Emma Headley

Clinical Psychologist

Emma (she/her) works with adults, couples and multiple partner relationships. She specialises in difficulties related to sex, sexuality, shame & relationship trauma.

Emma provide a safe and non-judgemental space to better understand how your past experiences impact on your ability to have fulfilling relationships and live a valued, authentic life. Emma also has extensive experience working with people experiencing difficulties associated with gynaecological conditions.

About me and my practice

Hi, I’m Emma

Are you struggling with feelings of shame, difficulties around sex, intimacy, your sexual identity, or the impact of past relationship trauma? These experiences can affect your confidence, emotional well-being, and ability to connect with others in ways that feel safe, authentic and fulfilling.

I believe in the importance of strengthening our mind-body connection to help us recover from trauma and to improve our overall mental health. If you could think your way out of your difficulties, the chances are you might have done it already. Trauma and negative life experiences don’t just affect our emotional well being, they affect our bodies and nervous system. We can become disconnected from our bodies, from intimacy, and from our sexual selves.  I am passionate about helping people reconnect with their bodies following traumatic experiences. 

I offer a compassionate, body-aware, and trauma-informed approach to therapy. I recognize that healing isn’t just about talking—it’s about building safety within your body and relationships.I integrate Polyvagal Theory, somatic techniques, EMDR and compassion focussed therapy to support nervous system regulation, trauma recovery, emotional safety, and deeper self-connection. Whether you're exploring your sexual identity, healing from past relationship wounds, or working through the emotional impact of shame, I provide a non-judgmental space where you can feel heard, validated, and empowered.

Phone

0114 697 9853

Email

DrEmmaHeadley@pm.me

Cost

Individual Sessions £115

Couples Sessions £125

Areas I Can Help With:

  • Shame & self-acceptance 

  • Exploring & affirming sexual identity

  • Sexual difficulties, including painful sex and difficulties with erections

  • Healing from sexual and relationship trauma

  • Anxiety, trauma & nervous system regulation

  • Compulsive sexual behaviours

  • Intimacy, relationships & emotional connection (including non-monogamy & kink)

  • Distress or trauma associated with gynaecological conditions

     

I am proud to be a gender, sexual and relationship diversity practitioner, my approach is affirming, sex-positive, and LGBTQ+ inclusive, helping you feel more at ease in yourself and your connections.

If you think you might be ready to explore this work together, feel free to reach out and email me on DrEmmaHeadley@pm.me for a free 15-minute consultation. I work at The Brook on Fridays between 8.30am and 2pm. 

I accept self-funded clients, AXA, Aviva and WPA