Gentle support for releasing stored trauma

TIR is a structured, person-centred technique that helps you revisit a specific past event in a safe, controlled way. The goal is to allow your mind to fully process the memory so that the emotional charge it carries — the fear, the pain, the anxiety — can be released. It was developed by Dr. Frank Gerbode and has been used successfully worldwide for decades.

Not in the way you might fear. The process is gentle and structured. You revisit the memory at your own pace, and I guide you through it carefully. Most people find that instead of it being distressing, it actually brings relief — because the memory finally gets processed rather than avoided. You are always in control, and we only ever work on what you're ready for.

Traditional counselling often involves open-ended conversation about your feelings and experiences over many weeks or months. TIR is different because it's focused on specific incidents and uses a structured technique. There's no homework, no journaling, and no diagnosis. Many people who haven't found resolution through talking therapy find TIR to be the missing piece.

This varies from person to person. Some people feel a significant shift after just one session. Others may choose to address multiple incidents over several sessions. There's no minimum commitment and no pressure to book more than you need. We work at your pace, always.

Unlike traditional 50-minute therapy sessions, TIR follows your natural processing rhythm. We continue until you reach a natural end point — a place of resolution and relief. I will never cut you short or leave you in distress. Some sessions are 30 minutes, some are longer. The important thing is that you leave feeling better than when you arrived.

Absolutely. I offer sessions both face-to-face and via Zoom. Online sessions are just as effective and can be more comfortable for some people — you can be in your own safe space at home. All you need is a private room, a stable internet connection, and a device with a camera.

Yes, completely. Everything you share in our sessions is held in the strictest confidence. The only exception would be if I believed you or someone else was at immediate risk of serious harm — in which case I would discuss this with you first. Your trust and safety are my absolute priority.

That's completely okay — and very normal. I offer a free initial consultation where we can have a relaxed chat about what you're experiencing and whether TIR might help. There's absolutely no pressure to commit. Sometimes just having that first conversation can help you feel more clarity.