Trauma Therapy in London | Multilingual Trauma Therapists — International Clinic London

Trauma Therapy, London — Harley Street

Trauma therapy in London, in the language you think in

Trauma is hard enough to carry without having to describe it in a second language. Our multilingual trauma therapists at 10 Harley Street use EMDR, trauma-focused CBT and somatic therapy to help you process what happened — in English, Arabic, Russian, Portuguese, Spanish, Urdu, Punjabi, Mandarin or Cantonese.

9+
Languages spoken by our trauma therapists
10 Harley St
In-person sessions, central London
EMDR · CBT · DBT
Evidence-based trauma treatment methods

What trauma therapy at International Clinic London involves

Trauma therapy is treatment aimed at helping the nervous system finish processing an overwhelming event, so it stops replaying as flashbacks, hypervigilance or shutdown. At our Harley Street clinic, a trauma-informed psychologist or psychiatrist assesses how the trauma is presenting — single-incident, complex, developmental or cultural — and builds a plan around it, in a language you don't have to translate your feelings into.

  • EMDR therapy

    Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, used for single-incident and combat trauma, accidents and assault.

  • Trauma-focused CBT

    Structured work on the thoughts and avoidance patterns that keep trauma responses active.

  • Somatic & body-based therapy

    For trauma held in the body — useful when talking alone hasn't shifted the physical symptoms.

Specialist care for trauma, in your own language

Trauma & PTSD Therapy

From single-incident trauma to complex, developmental or cultural trauma, our London-based therapists use EMDR, trauma-focused CBT and somatic approaches suited to your history.

  • EMDR Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused CBT
  • Somatic & Body-Based Work

Multilingual Psychology

Therapy works best in the language you dream in. Our team spans nine languages and brings the cultural understanding to match — how distress is expressed differs across backgrounds.

  • 9 languages available
  • Culturally aware care
  • Individual & family therapy

Anxiety & Depression

Anxiety and depression often sit alongside unresolved trauma. Our integrated approach treats the underlying cause, not only the symptoms, so relief lasts.

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Approaches

All services delivered at 10 Harley Street, London — in person and via secure video. View all specialisms →

How trauma therapy at ICL works

1. Initial consultation

We ask about your history, your preferred language and what you want from therapy, so the first session already fits you.

2. Matched to a therapist

You're paired with a trauma-informed therapist who shares your language and understands your cultural context.

3. A treatment plan built around you

EMDR, trauma-focused CBT or somatic work — whichever evidence-based method fits your trauma and your pace.

Journeys toward healing

Names changed to protect privacy.

"I'd seen therapists in London before, but something always felt lost in translation. Here, I could speak Arabic and finally be understood properly."

Nadia, 38 — Complex Trauma

"Years of nightmares and hypervigilance, and I didn't think normal was possible. EMDR changed that. I sleep through the night now."

Marcus, 44 — PTSD, EMDR

"My mother speaks very little English. Having a family therapist who could hold space for both of us, in our own language, felt like a gift."

Sofia, 31 — Family Therapy, Portuguese

Trauma therapy in London — common questions

What is trauma therapy and how does it work?

Trauma therapy helps the nervous system process distressing events so they stop intruding on daily life. Sessions draw on EMDR, trauma-focused CBT and somatic approaches, chosen to fit the person and the trauma.

Can I have trauma therapy in London in a language other than English?

Yes — our therapists work across nine languages, including Arabic, Russian, Portuguese, Spanish, Urdu, Punjabi and Mandarin, so sessions can take place in the language you're most comfortable in.

How many sessions does trauma therapy usually take?

It depends on the type and duration of the trauma. Single-incident trauma can sometimes respond within a small number of EMDR sessions; complex or developmental trauma usually needs a longer, phased course.

Is trauma therapy available online as well as in person?

Both — in person at 10 Harley Street, London, or via secure video for clients who prefer or need to attend remotely.

You deserve to be heard in your own language

Book a confidential consultation with a multilingual trauma therapist at 10 Harley Street, London.