EMDR for Ex-Military & Emergency Services
James served. The culture, the language, the unwritten rules of asking for help — all understood. EMDR delivered without dressing it up.
BACP-registered · In-person Derby · Online UK · Confidential
Why military-aware matters
Service shapes how trauma presents and how people approach help. We work at a pace that respects that — no surprise touchy-feely, no jargon you'll roll your eyes at, no judgement about how long it took to get here.
What this can help with
- ✓Combat-related PTSD
- ✓Moral injury
- ✓Survivor guilt
- ✓Transition difficulty
- ✓Hypervigilance at home
- ✓Anger that's started bleeding into family life
- ✓Sleep disruption
- ✓Substance reliance
How sessions are structured
- Step 1
Confidential assessment
What's actually going on, what's been tried, what you'd want changed.
- Step 2
EMDR with stabilisation
Properly paced, with internal resources built first.
- Step 3
Reconnection
Rebuild a civilian identity that isn't shaped only by what happened in service.
What clients say
★★★★★"I decided to seek structured support and expertise — highly recommend James."
★★★★★"Working with James has been incredibly helpful for my anxiety. He creates a calm, supportive environment."
★★★★★"Therapy with James helped me understand myself and overcome patterns I'd struggled with for years."
Frequently asked questions
Is this connected to veterans' charities?+
Private practice — separate. Confidential and not on any record.
Can my partner be involved?+
Optional. Couples sessions available separately if useful.
Ready to take the first step?
Two minutes. No forms. No pressure. Just a conversation.