About Us

My name is Mark, I am the co-founder of Clear Vue Trauma Counselling.

 

Your path to rekindling a positive fulfilling life begins here. If you are reading this, you have demonstrated to yourself that you have the necessary courage and inner strength to embark on a journey of self-discovery, inner peace and personal growth.

 

I am a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist and co-founder of Clear Vue Trauma Counselling. Our aim is to alleviate distress and promote a stronger you.

 

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) helps us understand our problems by looking at the links between our thoughts, feelings and behaviours and how they impact on one and other. CBT supports the idea that depression and all anxiety disorders persist through what are known as maintenance cycles. That is, to facilitate growth and recovery, we can employ interventions and learn skills to change how we think which in turn alleviates the distressing feelings we experience. The same can be achieved by changing/modifying our behaviour. Ultimately, individuals come to therapy because they want to gain insight into why they feel the way they do and change this in order to live a more fulfilling life.

 

EMDR Therapy

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a highly effective, evidence-based therapy that helps people heal from distressing or overwhelming experiences. While it was originally developed to treat trauma and PTSD, EMDR has also been shown to be beneficial for people struggling with addiction, depression, and anxiety.

How EMDR Helps

When painful or overwhelming events happen, the brain doesn’t always process them fully. These memories can stay “stuck,” and may continue to trigger distress in the present, leading to symptoms such as flashbacks, intrusive thoughts, strong emotions, or unhelpful coping strategies.

EMDR uses a Structured process, including bilateral stimulation (such as eye movements, sounds, or taps), to help the brain reprocess these memories. The experiences don’t disappear, but they lose their intensity and no longer feel as
overwhelming. This allows people to move forward with a greater sense of freedom and resilience.

EMDR Can Support With:

• Trauma & PTSD/cPTSD – releasing the lasting impact of difficult or traumatic events
• Addiction – addressing the underlying pain and triggers that can drive addictive behaviours
• Depression – working through negative experiences that contribute to low mood or self-belief
• Anxiety – reducing the emotional charge of past experiences that fuel worry and fear

What to Expect

EMDR is not About reliving every detail of the past, but about helping your mind process it differently. Therapy is always paced carefully to ensure safety and comfort, and many people find that EMDR brings relief more quickly than traditional
talking therapies.

 Healing from Trauma with IFS-Informed EMDR

Experiencing trauma can leave lasting effects on how we think, feel, and respond to the world around us. Many people describe feeling stuck in painful memories, struggling with anxiety, shame, or low self-worth, or finding themselves
triggered in ways they don’t fully understand.

Two powerful approaches to trauma therapy are Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Internal Family Systems (IFS). When combined, they provide a compassionate and highly effective way of working
through trauma.

IFS-Informed EMDR

By integrating these two approaches, I offer IFS-informed EMDR – a gentle, person-centred way of working with trauma. This means that during EMDR, I use an IFS lens to ensure that all of your parts feel safe and respected throughout the process.

This approach is particularly helpful if:

• You have experienced complex or repeated trauma
• You sometimes feel conflicted or “stuck” when trying to heal
• You notice different parts of yourself reacting in different ways to therapy
• You want a compassionate approach that values all aspects of who you are

What to Expect

In our work Together, I will guide you at your own pace, ensuring that the process feels Safe and supportive. By combining EMDR with IFS principles, we can help release the emotional weight of traumatic experiences while strengthening inner resources, self-compassion, and resilience.

Understanding ADHD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental condition that affects both children and adults. It is characterised by difficulties with attention, concentration, organisation, and impulse control. Some people may also experience restlessness and a constant need to be active.

ADHD is not simply about being “distracted” or “hyperactive.” It can significantly affect many areas of life, including work, education, relationships, and self-esteem. When properly recognised and managed, however, people with ADHD can learn strategies that help them thrive and use their strengths effectively.

Common Signs of ADHD

• Struggling to sustain focus or becoming easily distracted
• Difficulty organising tasks or managing time
• Forgetfulness and misplacing things often
• Restlessness or finding it hard to sit still
• Acting impulsively or speaking without thinking
• Feeling overwhelmed by tasks or responsibilities

Assessment and Diagnosis

I offer comprehensive ADHD assessments to help clarify whether your difficulties are linked to ADHD or another condition. A thorough assessment includes a detailed clinical Interview, questionnaires, and where helpful, input from family or school/work. Understanding your experiences in context is essential before making a Diagnosis.

Treatment And Support with CBT

If ADHD is Identified, I can provide Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) tailored to your needs. Unlike medication, which primarily targets symptoms, CBT equips you with practical skills and coping strategies to manage everyday
challenges.

CBT for ADHD may include:

• Developing tools to improve organisation, planning, and time management
• Building strategies to reduce procrastination and increase productivity
• Learning ways to regulate emotions and reduce frustration
• Improving focus and managingdistractions
• Addressing low self-esteem, stress, or anxiety that often accompany ADHD

With the right support, people with ADHD can make lasting changes, feel more in control, and build confidence in daily life.

Flash Trauma Therapy (Flash Technique) in the UK: A Gentle Way to Heal Trauma

If you are looking for a gentle yet effective way to overcome the impact of trauma, Flash Trauma Therapy – also known as the Flash Technique – may be the right approach for you. Unlike traditional trauma
treatments, Flash Trauma Therapy allows you to reduce the distress linked to painful memories without having to relive or describe them in detail.

What is Flash Trauma Therapy?

Flash Trauma Therapy (Flash Technique) is a modern approach to trauma treatment that is gaining recognition across the UK and worldwide. It was developed to help people process disturbing or traumatic memories in a calmnd controlled way.

Unlike some other therapies, Flash Trauma Therapy does not require you to talk extensively about your past or re-experience your trauma. Instead, the memory is processed “in the background,” while you focus on positive and engaging thoughts.

How Does Flash Trauma Therapy Work?

During a session, a trained therapist will guide you to:

• Bring the distressing memory briefly to mind (without going into detail).
• Shift your attention to something positive, enjoyable, or calming (such as a safe place, favourite hobby, or soothing memory).
• Repeat this gentle process, which allows the traumatic memory to be reprocessed without
  emotional overwhelm.

Many clients are surprised at how quickly the emotional intensity reduces. For some, relief comes within just a few sessions.

Benefits of Flash Trauma Therapy

• Works for PTSD, phobias, anxiety, and other trauma-related difficulties.
• No need to disclose all the details of your experience.
• Gentle and respectful – suitable if traditional trauma therapy feels overwhelming.
• Can be used alongside EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing)or other therapeutic approaches.
• Helps restore a sense of calm, safety, and control.

Who Can Benefit?

Flash Trauma Therapy in the UK is particularly helpful for people who:

• Struggle with traumatic memories but feel unable to talk about them.
• Experience PTSD symptoms such as flashbacks, nightmares, or anxiety.
• Want a gentle trauma therapy that feels safe and manageable.
• Have tried other approaches but need a less confrontational method.

What to Expect in a Session

In a typical Flash Trauma Therapy session, you will not be asked to describe your trauma in detail. Instead, your therapist will gently guide you through focusing on a memory for just a moment, then shifting to a
positive and calming focus. This back-and-forth process reduces the memory’s power, often leaving clients feeling lighter and more at peace.

Are you experiencing symptoms consistant with ADHD, depression, emotion disregulation PTSD, cPTSD, dissociation, social anxiety, OCD, agoraphobia, specific phobias or excessive and uncontrollable worry? Clear Vue can help you heal and recover by teaching you the necessary skills in a safe therapeutic non-judgemental environment.

 

I am an integrative counsellor, Cognitive Behavioural and EMDR psychotherapist. I also specialise in diagnosing and treating ADHD as mentioned above. That is, I utilise various approaches to therapy, and formulate interventions based on the unique individual needs of my clients. I work collaboratively which empowers the client to take back control over their thoughts, feelings and behaviours, leading to a more fulfilling life.

 

At Clear Vue, we are here for you six days a week. Our practice times are from 8am – 8pm, Monday to Friday and 9am – 9pm, and from 9am – 2pm, Saturday. We provide a free 15 minute consultation by telephone to help you to determine if we are the right people for you. So please do not hesitate to give us a call. “Don’t delay REACH OUT to us and book your FREE 15 minute consultation  today.