Water-Related Trauma Therapy – Specialist Online Support

Compassionate, Professional Help for Trauma, Fear, and Phobia Linked to Water

If you’ve had a distressing or traumatic experience in, on, or near water—whether during diving, swimming, watersports, or even everyday activities like bathing—you are not alone.

I offer specialist psychological therapy for people who are struggling with the emotional and psychological effects of water-related experiences, including:

  • Scuba diving incidents (e.g. panic underwater, rapid ascent, entanglement, running out of air, getting lost or swept in currents)
  • Traumatic experiences while swimming or in open water
  • Fear or phobia of drowning, water, or deep water (thalassophobia)
  • Persistent anxiety or panic around showers, baths, or swimming pools
  • Witnessing a water-related incident or rescue

A Therapist Who Understands the Water

My background is both clinical and aquatic. I am a UK-based clinical psychologist and scuba diving instructor with experience across diving, swimming, and water safety. I combine evidence-based psychological therapy with a deep understanding of how water environments affect the body and mind.

Tailored Online Therapy Using EMDR and ACT

I specialise in:

  • Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) – a gold-standard treatment for trauma and distressing memories
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) – a practical approach that helps people relate differently to fear and anxiety and build meaningful change

All therapy is remote, meaning you can access support from anywhere.

Flexible Therapy Options

I offer:

  • Standard weekly sessions
  • Condensed therapy (intensive EMDR therapy) – for those who prefer a shorter, focused approach

Therapy is always tailored to your goals, needs, and pace.

Who I Work With

You do not need a formal diagnosis to benefit from therapy. I work with:

  • Recreational and professional divers
  • Swimmers and triathletes
  • Watersports participants (kayaking, paddleboarding, sailing)
  • Individuals with phobias linked to water, swimming pools, showers, or bathing
  • People who have witnessed or been involved in a water-related accident

You’re Not Alone — And Help Is Available

Recovering from water-related trauma is possible. With the right support, you can build confidence, reduce fear, and restore your relationship with water.

Book a Free 15-Minute Call

If you’re wondering whether therapy could help, I offer a free, no-obligation 15-minute consultation. This is a chance for you to ask questions, explore options, and see if it feels like a good fit.

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