We understand that seeking therapy for emotional abuse can be incredibly difficult. The deep emotional wounds, ongoing distress, and lasting impact on self-esteem can feel overwhelming. Our safe and supportive services are here to guide you on your healing journey, providing the help you need to reclaim your life and well-being.

Emotional abuse involves a pattern of behaviour that harms your emotional and psychological well-being. It can happen in various relationships, including with a partner, relative, friend, or peer. Unlike physical abuse, emotional abuse often leaves invisible scars that deeply affect your sense of self and overall mental health.
You might be experiencing emotional abuse if you face constant criticism, manipulation, humiliation, or isolation. These behaviours aim to control, belittle, and undermine you, leading to feelings of worthlessness, anxiety, and depression.
Emotional abuse is about power and control. It often involves tactics like gaslighting, where the abuser makes you doubt your own reality and sanity. This manipulation can create a sense of confusion and helplessness, making it difficult to recognise the abuse and seek help.
Emotional abuse isn’t just about outward behaviour; it’s about the internal damage it causes. It erodes your self-esteem, instills fear, and can lead to long-term psychological trauma. The impact of emotional abuse can be profound, affecting every aspect of your life, from personal relationships to professional aspirations.
Recognising emotional abuse is the first step towards healing. Understand that you do not deserve to be treated with such cruelty, and seeking support is a crucial part of the recovery process. By addressing and healing from emotional abuse, you can rebuild your self-esteem, regain control over your life, and move forward with resilience and strength.
Hello, The World at present doesn't have any standards anymore. So I don't expect anything from anyone. However in this case I spoke to a brilliant and diligent staff member called Sarah. She was incredibly pleasant and knew her job like the back of her hand. My inquiry was dealt with a standard which I would have set myself when I used to work. So very happy to have this very pleasant surprise. Keep up the Good Work. I honestly couldn't speak higher of the service. Thanks Steve
Deborah Chadbourne is an excellent counsellor. She is a good listener who offers subtle and insightful advice. The Wellness Centre is comfortable and well situated along Abbeydale Road.
I've been using the Sheffield Wellness Centre for nearly two years and enjoy the calm, comfortable and friendly feel of the rooms, and the great support from the managers.
I spoke with Richard who was helped me a lot in understanding my situation. He was also generous with his time when the question required longer than the 15mins. Thank you.
They provided excellent advise regarding our 3 children who all have SEN. Richard was very supportive and took his time to give us the best advice possible.
Deborah Chadbourn was an excellent grief counsellor for me. It is five years since my first wife died, and we explored how I am feeling now, and how to navigate new and old relationships while remaining true to everything from the past. Deborah is a great listener, and provides good challenge and advice. The venue worked well for me, as did the evening appointments. Thank you!
Shabana is one of those rare people who truly listens and understands without judgement. Her support came at a time when life felt overwhelming, and she helped me slowly rebuild my confidence and sense of self. I always left each session feeling lighter, calmer, and more grounded, and the tools she shared continue to help me every day. She helped me piece myself back together and reminded me that healing doesn’t mean becoming someone new — it means rediscovering who you’ve always been. I feel like my old self again, only stronger and more at peace. I can’t thank her enough.
My reki session was relaxing in a lovely environment . I really benefited from it and had a great nights sleep. Highly recommend.
Lovely mixture of reiki and creative life coaching from Jemma Rosenthal. Found the reiki very grounding and healing and the life coaching helped me navigate a difficult period of change and to clear some blocks in my life.
I am looking forward to offering homeopathy from Sheffield Wellness Centre. The rooms have a lovely relaxing feel and they are lovely and clean. Sheffield Wellness Centre is conveniently situated with on street parking and bus access.
Our work group recently had a Wellness Day and we were able to book Jemma Rosenthal and Ranaa Farooq from the Sheffield Wellness Centre for an instructional workshop. I have since received excellent feedback from group members. Jemma and Ranaa provided a very lively and well-coordinated session. We were able to cover topics such as Visualisation in a systematic manner. All along, attendees were impressed with the passion and interest displayed by both presenters. As an audience, we were certainly captivated. I can wholeheartedly recommend Jemma and Ranaa for any future events.
I had 2 sessions with Kim but to be honest after the first I was totally stress free her ability to remember all the people involved shoed her compasion I am so grateful and have slept like a log ever since thankyou ❤️
Charlotte is totally my medicine, she is amazing and iv been seeing her for various things and she has solved them. Cant recommend her or the Centre enough its very private, clean and relaxing. Thank you
Came to have my session with Jemma Rosenthal here. The restrooms are so clean. There are steps that one needs to be careful of once you get onto the first floor. Fabulous place other than that, just wish it had a lift. Regarding my session: Oh wow, where do I start?! Even before meeting Jemma, i've felt at ease as there is something with the way she talks, which is so calming and reassuring. My first session was exhaustive, but I loved it. I enjoyed the relaxing Reiki in the end. She tells me that I need to tell her when I am feeling tired of talking about my depressive past and that she can approach a different way of therapy. This feels so liberating because she is basically willing to tailor the session for YOUR needs. She is a wise lady. Though she is younger than me, she is very caring, intelligent and as I said a wise person. I am so happy that our paths crossed and she is helping me come out of my bad phase. I came home and was so relaxed (I was singing freely and my husband noticed a change in the way I sing it was excellent)... I've been happy and been chuckling which is so not like me but the sad phase is jutting out of my system. I've had other private sessions for depression but wanted someone to coach my life who understands anxiety and depression. I don't remember how I found her online but glad that I did!! -Sharvani ♡☆♡ She's truly a Gem... Jem✨
I met Richard today with a view to hiring the rooms for children's Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. I was pleasantly surprised at how clean and spacious the rooms were. The space was light and tidy and Richard was extremely welcoming and goes the extra mile for therapist. Providing web support, pages on Sheffield wellness site for all therapist. Support at gaining clients. The place is easily accessible to Sheffield and the Peak District. Highly recommended.
A beautiful little haven tucked behind a busy street. Convenient to get to, the rooms are cosy and quiet - with a wealth of practitioners offering their skills. Its outdoor space holds a community feel with a neighbouring cafe and quirky shops to browse after a treatment.
Rooms were very good for therapy. Quiet, warm and comfortable with quality furnishings. Kept very clean and always plenty of clean glasses and fresh water available.
A wonderful calming place on Abbeydale road, with perfectly serene therapy rooms.
I've visited the Centre for a massage and I'm about to begin hiring the rooms myself as a practitioner. The rooms are really beautifully done out, with a lot of care and attention to detail. Richard has been very supportive and helpful in getting registered and started up.
i had 1-1 a reiki session with Nadine and it exceeded expectations. parking for the wellness centre on nearby streets was easy, it's easy to find and the therapy rooms are beautiful. i couldn't recommend it enough and will 100% be returning!
Well kept, warm and welcoming rooms. Hot and soft drinks available. It makes therapy sessions a little easier
Super lovely people and place! Lovely rooms, lovely vibe. Great place to have a massage and so well located. Lots of thought and care has gone into making this place as special as it is. Highly recommend. Had a hot stones massage with Fi today. I’ve been floating ever since. Highly recommend. Great way to treat to aching shoulders and neck. I feel renewed x
I had a Reiki session with Nadine, it was so good and Nadine was excellent she took time to explain everything and made me feel comfortable. Good communication and really helpful. So happy with the session I booked straight in for my next.
Booked in for a regression hypnotherapy session with Helen and the experience was absolutely amazing, highly recommended . Helen was like a breath of fresh air , just what I needed, thanks
I've had two massages with Fi at the Wellness Centre 'so far' and both times I've come away feeling like a different person. Fi not only has magic healing hands that make you feel wonderful with every touch, but she treats you with such calm and gentle compassion that this is a really holistic therapeutic experience. Definitely recommend
I had a pregnancy massage with Fi and it was amazing! the centre is a very relaxing place and she had it warm and comfortable for me. Despite her wearing PPE, the gloves didn't affect the feel of the massage and wearing masks made me feel safe. The actual massage was so relaxing and relieved any tension I felt as Fi had asked me where any tension was. I would highly recommend her to any pregnant ladies!
As a complete beginner and not being quite as agile as I'd like I was a bit nervous about attending a Yoga class but while I may be slightly biased given Elisha of Grow Yoga is my daughter I can honestly say I enjoyed every second of her class. She's a beautiful human with a passion and energy that radiates from her. She explains everything perfectly and encourages you to just go at your own pace and enjoy. On each occasion I've been I've left feeling like the world is a much brighter place with a calmness that is rare to feel in this very busy world. If you do have the chance to try one of her classes please take it, you'll fall in love with Grow Yoga
This is a wonderful oasis of calm and positivity tucked away inside a leafy courtyard on Abbeydale Road. The rooms are light, comfortable and tranquil. I always leave feeling brighter than I arrived.
A well laid out and welcoming place, conveniently located on a major route in to the city. Additionally, there is a small cafe for social meetups, before or after a session in the centre.
I have had the most wonderful hypnotherapy session with Fi from the Sheffield Wellness Centre. I knew from previous chats with her that she had the perfect voice and open demeanor for hypnotherapy, and I wasn't wrong. She immediately put me at ease and I was able to open up honestly with her. The session itself was lovely, I went quickly into a trance state and, although it's early days, feel very much that the session was beneficial: I already feel lighter and more in control of the anxiety and other problems I suffer with. The Sheffield Wellness Centre is also the perfect therapeutic space. The therapy rooms are lovely and perfectly suited to a range of therapies and the studio is bright and welcoming. I'm so excited to continue my therapy with Fi and am 100% sure this will give me so much benefit, I can't recommend her and the SWC enough.
This is an amazing space and i am very much looking forward to running regular yoga classes from here. It's a great location in Sheffield and as soon as i walked into the studio i knew i could work from here. Very clean and well maintained space and its obvious a lot of love and care has gone into setting it up.
Lovely venue, I had a Reiki session with Jess. It was my first session with her, she was very welcoming and explain the process in detail. The treatment was wonderful, I felt relax and a sense of joy during the session.I highly recommend Jess and the place to anyone that wants to try Reiki for the first time as she is a very gentle and calm person.
Lovely place! Coasy, beautiful, newly decorated rooms. Easily accesible from Sheffield city centra and Pick District. A lot of qualified therapists with experiences in various disciplines. Highly recommended!
I couldn't recommend Natalia enough! I have been treated by her and her essences for over a year now and we have gone through different levels of healing processes that I needed to go through. The powerful drops prepared for you at the end of the session gives you the extra help that you need to face your challenges... Thank you ever so much Nah! For the healing reiki sessions, the essences treatments and all the generosity and knowledge you bring and mix from your long time experience as a therapist; which makes your sessions unique and rich in love, faith and hope!!! �
The Wellness Centre has a wonderful Yoga studio, one of the best intimate smaller yoga spaces I have ever used. Absolutey wonderful!
I met with Richard today to view the treatments rooms and the studio. What a lovely, calming, welcoming and comfortable place, with a generous touch of character! Richard was incredibly helpful and welcoming. I left feeling very excited at the prospect of using the premises for my classes and client sessions.
Lovely peaceful premises, beautifully kept. Run by the most lovely, helpful and friendly people. A great place to come for any type of treatment or to hire the rooms. If only more places were run as well as this one! Fantastic!
What a wonderful space! We had a great time at baby yoga, Fi is wonderful. I will be back for more of the lovely things on offer!
Beautiful place. So many different things going on. Peaceful and excellent service.
I had a wonderful experience with Richard, He is very friendly, I found it really easy to talk to him. He has all the qualities of a Good Hypnotherapist. I would recommend all my friends to him. And trust me it was first time I met him and it was great.
An amazing place to give and receive treatments. Love the space and the people.
The Sheffield Wellness Centre is a place of calm tranquillity, perfect for giving and receiving treatments. Well done to Richard and Fi.
Pamper Party What a great idea! A bit of ‘me time’, in the most wonderfully relaxing surroundings. The Wellness Centre has such a relaxed, homely feel to it - much nicer than my actual home, as it is clean, tidy and welcoming! The atmosphere immediately put me at ease, I absolutely loved having time to chill out, chat and eat cake. Fi is the perfect hostess, making sure that we all had everything we needed, with her wonderful warm and caring manner. It was great to be able to choose what particular treatment or massage I wanted on the day. I surprised myself by trying something new and going for the hot stones massage, and I’m so glad I did. It was amazing, so deep and yet so gentle. It was really nice to experience my massage while listening to everyone else chatting happily, too. I completely recommend this if you are looking for the perfect excuse to have some guilt free time to yourself.
Emotional abuse can present itself in various ways, impacting your emotional well-being and mental health. Recognising these symptoms is an important step towards healing. If you are experiencing any of these signs, seeking support and therapy can help you regain control and start your recovery journey. Some common signs that someone may be experiencing emotional abuse include:

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We have a range of wellness services available to help you with emotional abuse. Choose the wellness service that you feel is most suitable for you, then choose who you would like to work with – simply reach out using the contact form on their profile page, and they will get in touch to discuss your needs and how they can help you. How to book?

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
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Process difficult memories and experiences with EMDR therapy. Reduce emotional distress, build resilience and move forward confidently.
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Art therapy helps you express emotions and explore feelings through creative activities, promoting healing and personal growth.
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Find peace in the present. Our mindfulness therapists will help you stay grounded, calm, and focused in daily life.
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Emotional abuse can come from various relationships in your life, each with its unique dynamics and impacts. Recognising these types of emotional abuse can help you understand your experiences and seek appropriate support.
Partner or spouse
Imagine you’re constantly being criticised by your partner. They belittle your achievements, call you names, and make you feel worthless. They manipulate you into feeling guilty for things beyond your control and use threats to make you comply with their demands. Whenever you try to spend time with friends or family, they isolate you by making excuses or causing conflicts, making you doubt your own reality and sanity through gaslighting.
Family members
Consider a scenario where your parent constantly criticises you, setting unrealistic expectations and neglecting your emotional needs. Your sibling might bully you, creating a competitive or hostile environment at home. Other family members, like a grandparent, may manipulate you emotionally, making you feel obligated to meet their demands or face guilt and shame.
Friends
Think about a friend who coerces you into doing things you’re uncomfortable with, using peer pressure to control your actions. They might exclude you from social activities, making you feel isolated and unwanted. This friend could also spread rumours about you, damaging your reputation and causing you emotional distress.
Workplace or school
Picture yourself at work or school, where a colleague, superior, or classmate persistently criticises and intimidates you. They undermine your efforts, making you feel incompetent. You’re excluded from team activities, important communications, or social events, leaving you feeling isolated and out of the loop. Additionally, you’re given unrealistic demands and then criticised when you fail to meet them, adding to your stress and anxiety.
Recognising these scenarios of emotional abuse is crucial in identifying and addressing your experiences. Each type of abuse can leave deep emotional scars, but understanding them is the first step towards healing. Seeking support and therapy can help you navigate these challenges and regain control over your life.
We’ve gathered our most frequently asked questions about emotional abuse in Sheffield, putting them all in one place for your convenience.
Emotional and psychological abuse can have profound effects on your well-being, both in the short-term and long-term. Understanding these impacts can help you recognise the seriousness of the abuse and the importance of seeking help.
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Recognising the impact of emotional and psychological abuse is vital for taking steps towards healing. Seeking support from friends, family, or professionals can help you address these effects and start your journey towards recovery. Remember, healing is possible, and you deserve to live a life free from abuse.
When choosing the right therapy to aid in healing from emotional abuse, it’s essential to find what works best for you. Each therapy offered at the Sheffield Wellness Centre provides unique approaches tailored to individual preferences and needs.
Counselling: Counselling offers a supportive space for individuals to explore their experiences of emotional abuse. Skilled counsellors guide clients through meaningful discussions, helping them process their trauma and develop practical strategies for coping and healing.
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT): CBT focuses on challenging and restructuring unhelpful thought patterns that may have developed due to abuse. Through structured sessions, individuals learn to identify and change negative thinking patterns, fostering a healthier mindset and aiding in recovery.
Psychotherapy: Psychotherapy provides a deeper exploration of the emotional and psychological impacts of emotional abuse. This therapy helps individuals understand and work through their trauma, promoting long-term healing and personal growth.
Art therapy: Art therapy allows individuals to express their emotions and experiences through creative processes. This non-verbal approach can be especially beneficial for those who find it difficult to articulate their trauma through words alone.
Mindfulness: Mindfulness practices help individuals focus on the present moment, reducing anxiety and promoting inner peace. Mindfulness techniques can be particularly useful for managing stress and emotional triggers related to past abuse.
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