Holly
Coker
Trauma, Relationship & EMDR Therapist
Maldon : Chelmsford : Essex : Online
You've been holding it all together, but it no longer feels possible.
Maybe you're waking up with a heavy weight in your chest, wondering how you'll get through another day. Perhaps you're exhausted from trying to meet everyone else's expectations while your own needs sit quietly in the background.
You may feel stuck in a relationship that no longer feels safe or connected. Intimacy has disappeared. You don't feel heard, understood, or valued by your partner, and you no longer recognise yourself.
Perhaps friendships leave you feeling different, disconnected, or unappreciated. You are always there for others, yet rarely receive the same support in return.
Family relationships may feel overwhelming too. Boundaries are ignored, criticised, or pushed aside. You might feel responsible for keeping everyone happy, struggle to say no, or be navigating the impact of toxic, controlling, or narcissistic family dynamics.
You've tried to keep going.
You've told yourself it isn't that bad. You've convinced yourself that other people have it worse. You've worked harder on your relationship, tried to be a better friend, organised family gatherings, reinforced boundaries, and pushed through exhaustion.
Yet something inside you knows:
This isn't how life is meant to feel.
You don't have to keep carrying it alone.
Whether you're experiencing burnout, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief, anxiety, chronic pain, depression, low self-esteem, or the emotional impact of a gynaecological condition, your struggles make sense.
Your mind and body have been working hard to protect you, adapt, and survive. Therapy offers a space to understand those patterns, process what has happened, and create meaningful change.
LIFE CAN BE DIFFERENT
- You can feel emotionally safe and connected in your relationships.
- You can communicate your needs with confidence.
- You can establish healthy boundaries without guilt.
- You can feel valued in your friendships.
- You can free yourself from patterns that no longer serve you.
- You can wake up without the dread, overwhelm, or constant pressure you've become used to carrying.
This is possible.
You may want to feel like yourself again.
Or perhaps, for the first time, you want to discover who you are beyond the coping strategies, people-pleasing, anxiety, and survival mode.
This is where that journey begins.
I'm Holly, a Relationship & Trauma Therapist based in Maldon, Essex. I specialise in relationship difficulties, trauma, emotional wellbeing, burnout, depression, anxiety, gynaecological health, and women's wellbeing.
Alongside integrative talking therapy, I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), an evidence-based therapy that helps people process traumatic experiences, reduce emotional distress, and move forward from experiences that continue to affect their lives today.
How I Can Help
I provide therapy for adults experiencing a range of emotional, relational, and life challenges. Whether you are struggling with the impact of past experiences, difficulties in your current relationships, or feeling overwhelmed by life's demands, therapy can help you make sense of what you're experiencing and find a way forward.
My areas of specialism include:
• EMDR therapy for trauma, childhood trauma, and distressing life experiences
• Relationship therapy for couples and individuals experiencing conflict, communication difficulties, trust issues, emotional disconnection, or intimacy concerns
• Therapy for burnout, workplace stress, perfectionism, and people-pleasing
• Support for anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and emotional overwhelm
• Therapy for family difficulties, including boundary setting, toxic family dynamics, and recovering from narcissistic relationships
• Support for friendship challenges, relationship patterns, and building healthier connections
• Therapy for grief, loss, and major life transitions
• Emotional support for people living with chronic pain and long-term health conditions
• Specialist support for gynaecological health conditions, including endometriosis, adenomyosis, PMDD, fertility challenges, menopause, and the emotional impact these experiences can have on daily life and relationships
Every person's story is unique. Together, we'll create a therapeutic approach that meets your individual needs, helping you build greater self-understanding, emotional resilience, healthier relationships, and lasting change.
Together, we will explore your experiences with honesty, compassion, and curiosity. Therapy moves at your pace, within a calm, supportive, and sometimes gently challenging space.
Sessions are available online throughout the UK or in person from my practice in Maldon, Chelmsford, Essex.
You do not have to have everything figured out before reaching out.
If you're ready to understand yourself more deeply, heal from the past, strengthen your relationships, and create lasting change, I'd be honoured to support you.
Take the first step today.
Get in touch to arrange your free 10–15 minute introductory telephone call.
CONTACT
Email: contact@hollycoker.co.uk
Phone: 07719 996043
Sessions: Online across the UK or in person in Maldon and Chelmsford, Essex
Session Fee:
Counselling Session (50 minutes): £60
EMDR Session (60 minutes): £100
Free 10–15 Minute Initial Telephone Consultation
Areas of Expertise
I have extensive experience supporting adults through a wide range of emotional, psychological, and relationship challenges. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your individual needs, helping you understand your experiences, develop effective coping strategies, and create meaningful change.
My specialist areas include:
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Relationships and relationship difficulties
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Trauma and post-traumatic experiences
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EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing)
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Burnout and work-related stress
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Depression and low mood
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Bereavement and loss
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Stress, anxiety, and overwhelm
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Gynaecological conditions and their emotional impact
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Whether you are navigating a difficult life transition, recovering from trauma, experiencing challenges in your relationships, or coping with the impact of a physical health condition, I offer a safe and supportive space to explore what is happening and move towards greater wellbeing.
Areas of Expertise: Relationship counselling, trauma therapy, EMDR therapy, burnout recovery, depression, bereavement counselling, stress management, anxiety, women's health, gynaecological conditions, emotional wellbeing, life transitions, and workplace wellbeing.
Counselling provides dedicated time and space to focus on you. Whether you are looking to better understand yourself, work through difficult experiences, improve your relationships, recover from trauma, or make meaningful changes in your life, therapy can help you move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Starting therapy can bring up a range of emotions. You may feel nervous about opening up, uncertain about what to expect, or hopeful that things can change. My aim is to offer a warm, non-judgemental environment where you can talk openly about your experiences, explore what has been difficult, and feel genuinely heard and understood.
I am a Relationship, Trauma and EMDR Therapist based in Maldon, Chelmsford, Essex. I offer both in-person counselling and online therapy for adults across the UK. My approach is compassionate, structured, and tailored to your individual needs, creating a safe space to explore your experiences, process challenges, and support lasting growth and healing.
I work with a range of issues, including relationship difficulties, trauma, PTSD, burnout, depression, bereavement, stress, anxiety, and the emotional impact of gynaecological conditions. I am also trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), an evidence-based therapy that can help people process traumatic experiences and reduce their ongoing impact.
Counselling Session Information
• Session Length: 50 minutes
• Session Fee: £60
• Frequency: Weekly sessions are recommended initially, although alternative arrangements may be available depending on your needs and circumstances.
• Location: Online or in-person on Maldon, Chelmsford, Essex
EMDR Session Information
• Session Length: 60 minutes
• Session Fee: £100
• Frequency: Weekly sessions are recommended initially, although alternative arrangements may be available depending on your needs and circumstances.
• Location: Online or in-person on Maldon, Chelmsford, Essex
Getting Started
When you get in touch, we can arrange a free 10–15 minute telephone consultation to discuss what you are looking for from therapy and answer any questions you may have. If you already feel ready to begin, we can arrange an initial appointment straight away.
During our first session, we will explore what has brought you to therapy, discuss relevant aspects of your personal history, and consider any current difficulties or symptoms you may be experiencing. Just as importantly, we will take time to consider whether we feel comfortable working together, as a strong therapeutic relationship is an important part of effective therapy.
We will also discuss practical arrangements, including the most suitable day and time for ongoing sessions, and whether counselling, EMDR therapy, or a combination of approaches may be most helpful for your goals.
Contact Me
Face-to-face sessions in a private office space located within a gallery on Maldon, Chelmsford, Essex. Online sessions are also available for those who are unable to attend in person.
Feel free to get in touch for more information or to arrange your first session, or click on the button below:
Office Location: Maldon, CM9
Tel: 07719 996043
Email: contact@hollycoker.co.uk
