"I would like to say how much Toby has helped me move forward on my journey.

I was in an abusive relationship after which I was diagnosed with PTSD and was struggling with anxiety and depression, flashbacks, and fear of leaving my home.

I have tried different types of counselling in the past but never felt comfortable talking to a therapist until I was referred to Toby.

Initially, I was apprehensive as I didn't think I could tell a male therapist about the intimate details and feelings of the abusive relationship, but I needn't have worried. Within a short period of time Toby made me feel at ease and I no longer saw him as a man, but as my therapist. He never pressured me in disclosing anything I didn't want to talk about, he allowed me to take things very much at my pace; at each session it was up to me what I wanted to talk about. He was so patient with me, I found him such a calming presence.

Through my sessions with Toby, I have managed to look into some very painful trauma. He introduced me to rewind which was incredibly helpful, allowing me to dilute the intensity of the impact of the feelings associated with the abuse, and in doing so enabling me to leave it in the past. It has given me the tools to move forward with my life, to be kinder to myself to get rid of feelings of shame, guilt, lack of self-worth, and to feel more able to cope when I have negative thoughts and feelings. Toby, I will never be able to properly express how much you have helped me - thank you so much".

Frankie.