EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing for trauma, PTSD and stuck distressing memories.
A warm welcome · London & online
A calm space for trauma and EMDR therapy
Thoughtful, gently paced psychological care with Dr Chia Barsen — Counselling Psychologist (HCPC) and UKCP Accredited Integrative Psychotherapist. For adults seeking support with trauma, PTSD, and related difficulties.
Email enquiries are treated confidentially. This is not a crisis service.
- Credentials
- HCPC · UKCP
DIT · EMDR - Experience
- ~10 years NHS
Continuous since 2017 - Sessions
- Online video across the UK
Based in London
A considered therapeutic relationship
Trauma-informed care, without hurry
Many people arrive feeling stuck with memories, patterns, or a nervous system that will not settle. Therapy with me is collaborative and paced carefully: we make sense of what has happened, reduce the hold of distressing experiences, and build practical ways of relating to yourself and others.
I draw on EMDR Europe-accredited practice alongside integrative psychotherapy — including psychodynamic, humanistic, existential and narrative approaches — and modalities such as Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) skills where helpful.
A soft starting place
Why people come
You do not need a perfect description of what is wrong. These are some of the reasons adults reach out.
Trauma & PTSD stuckness
Memories, flashbacks or a body that will not settle — even when you know you are safe now.
Who I work with →Anxiety & low mood
Worry, panic, heaviness or a fog that makes everyday life feel harder than it should.
Who I work with →Relationship patterns
Repeating dynamics with partners, family or yourself that leave you feeling stuck or alone.
Who I work with →
A little quiet
Room to settle
Therapy does not need to rush. Like a soft pause in the day, sessions are paced so your nervous system can find steadier ground — gently, and at a tempo that feels safe enough.
Getting started
How it works
A clear, unhurried path from first email to ongoing therapy — so you know what to expect.
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Email enquiry
A short note is enough — what you are hoping for, and whether online video suits you.
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Gentle reply & fit
I reply warmly about availability, fees and whether we might be a good match.
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First session
We meet online by video, get to know each other, and begin at a pace that feels safe enough.
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Ongoing paced work
Sessions continue collaboratively — EMDR, psychotherapy or a blend — reviewed as we go.
Services
Ways we can work together
Integrative psychotherapy
A tailored blend of relational and evidence-informed approaches for longer-term change.
Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy
Time-limited DIT focused on recurring relationship patterns linked to low mood and anxiety.
90-minute trauma relief
A focused one-off session for targeted trauma processing when a longer course is not needed yet.
Who I work with
Adults experiencing trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, bereavement, and LGBTQ+ related concerns.
Read more →Fees
£100 for a one-hour session; £150 for 90-minute EMDR appointments. Recognised with AXA Health, Aviva and Vitality.
Fees & insurers →Where we meet
Online video sessions across the UK. Based in London — enquire by email to arrange a time that suits you.
Where we meet →Common questions
Frequently asked questions
A few calm answers before you write. If something else is on your mind, email is always welcome.
What happens in a first session?
The first session is a gentle getting-to-know-you. We talk about what brings you, what you hope for, and anything that helps you feel safe enough in the room. There is no pressure to tell everything at once — we go at a pace that feels manageable.
Is online video therapy effective?
For many people, yes. Secure video can feel just as containing as in-person work, and often makes it easier to attend consistently from a familiar space. We can talk through what helps you feel settled online before we begin.
How long are sessions, and what do they cost?
Regular sessions are usually 60 minutes (£100). Extended EMDR appointments are 90 minutes (£150). Recognised insurers include AXA Health, Aviva and Vitality — full details are on the fees page.
How long does therapy last?
It depends on what you bring and what you hope for. Some people benefit from a focused course of EMDR or DIT; others prefer longer integrative work. We review together as we go so the length stays purposeful rather than open-ended by default.
Is what I share confidential?
Yes. Email enquiries and session content are treated confidentially within normal professional limits. I will explain confidentiality and its rare exceptions clearly before we begin therapy.
Is this a crisis service?
No. This practice is not a crisis or emergency service. If you need urgent help, contact NHS 111, your GP, or attend A&E / call 999 if you are in immediate danger. You can also find crisis pointers on the contact page.
Whenever you feel ready
A short email is enough. Share what you are hoping for, and I will reply gently about availability, fees, and whether we might be a good fit.
Email enquiries are treated confidentially. This practice is not a crisis service.