Business Details
13 Years
experience
Trauma Counselling in Tunbridge Wells
Established in 2013, LightHearts UK is a private mental health practice dedicated to providing compassionate and evidence-based therapeutic support. Our founder, Katya Jezzard-Puyraud, brings extensive expertise as a psychotherapeutic counsellor and mindfulness instructor, having worked with diverse clients including charities and corporate organisations. Specialising in anxiety, depression, trauma, and complex emotional issues, we offer tailored one-to-one sessions in a serene environment at the Salomons Estate in Tunbridge Wells. Our approach combines traditional psychotherapeutic techniques with innovative mindfulness practices to address individual needs, supported by free online self-help resources developed in collaboration with NHS professionals. With over a decade of experience and formal qualifications from the Counselling & Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body, we prioritise creating a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to explore challenges and develop practical coping strategies.Our commitment to accessibility extends to online sessions for those with mobility constraints, ensuring support reaches individuals across Kent and beyond. Recognised as a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, we uphold rigorous professional standards while maintaining a client-centred ethos. The tranquil therapy room and surrounding 30-acre estate provide an ideal setting for healing, complemented by walking therapy options. Through continuous engagement with scientific research and holistic methodologies, we empower clients to achieve lasting mental wellbeing. Our testimonials reflect transformative outcomes, with clients consistently highlighting the empathetic, structured, and life-changing nature of our services.
Services
Counselling
Trauma Therapy
Mindfulness Courses
Online Mental Health Sessions
Mental Health Resources
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer 10+ years of specialist experience in trauma and mental health therapy.
- Our therapist holds formal qualifications from industry-recognised awarding bodies.
- Personalised treatment plans combine psychotherapy with mindfulness techniques.
- Sessions available in a tranquil setting with free on-site parking.
- Free online mental health resources developed with NHS professionals.
Associations and certifications
- British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
- Counselling & Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body
What people say
Life-changing support
Empathetic and caring
Effective trauma resolution
Tranquil setting
Transformative outcomes
Services
Counselling
Personalised psychotherapeutic support addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and emotional challenges. Sessions focus on developing coping strategies and resolving underlying issues through evidence-based techniques. Clients benefit from a structured, empathetic approach tailored to individual needs.
Trauma Therapy
Specialised treatment for trauma survivors, including childhood abuse, domestic violence, and complex PTSD. Combines trauma-informed practices with grounding techniques to process experiences safely and rebuild emotional resilience in a supportive environment.
Mindfulness Courses
Guided mindfulness training to manage stress, anxiety, and negative thought patterns. Techniques include breathing exercises, body scans, and present-moment awareness, delivered through structured sessions and accessible online resources for daily practice.
Online Mental Health Sessions
Virtual counselling for clients with mobility challenges, offering the same quality of care through secure video platforms. Maintains therapeutic connection while providing flexibility for those unable to attend in-person sessions.
Mental Health Resources
Free, research-backed self-help guides developed with NHS professionals. Includes 10-day and 10-week programmes for managing stress, anxiety, and depression, accessible without registration to support independent mental wellbeing improvement.
People
Katya Jezzard-Puyraud
Founder & Therapist
Qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor and mindfulness instructor with 10+ years' experience. Member of BACP, holding Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling. Specialises in trauma, anxiety, and depression recovery through integrative therapy approaches.
Questions
What types of issues do you specialise in?
We specialise in anxiety, depression, trauma (including childhood abuse and domestic violence), relationship difficulties, work stress, bereavement, and gender identity issues.
Are online sessions available?
Yes, we offer secure online therapy sessions for clients with mobility challenges or those preferring remote support, maintaining the same quality of care as in-person sessions.
What qualifications does the therapist hold?
Katya holds a Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling from CPCAB and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Do you offer free mental health resources?
Yes, our free online self-help guides developed with NHS professionals include 10-day and 10-week programmes for managing stress, anxiety, and depression without registration.
Where is the therapy room located?
Our therapy room is at Salomons House, 8 Broomhill Rd, Tunbridge Wells TN3 0TG, featuring free parking and access to 30 acres of tranquil gardens for walking therapy.
How long are typical therapy sessions?
Sessions typically last 50 minutes, with flexible scheduling options available to accommodate individual needs and preferences.
Reviews (4)
Davina F.
Mar 09, 2021
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I have benefitted from a number of therapies with Katya, including most recently her mindfulness class. She is a calming presence in my life & I cant wait to work with her again post-COVID. In the meantime I have adopted a number of small changes in my life (breathing techniques, focussing on one task at a time without external distractions of music or tv & just generally trying to slow down my busy mind & work through what I am in control of & what I should let go). I would highly recommend LightHearts UK.
Jenny Stanley
Feb 12, 2021
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I would thoroughly recommend the mindfulness course with Kayta. The course includes various techniques such as breathing exercises, mindful body scans and relaxation sessions and I am now able to independently choose a session - depending on my mood - to improve my day. Katya is a beautiful soul, her manner makes you relax immediately and feel totally comfortable, this is a skill in itself! The LightHearts UK resource is an amazing platform, with well thought out practices and easy sessions to dip in and out of. It really does offer something for everyone. Thank you Kayta!
Kelly Wenham
Feb 05, 2021
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I did a 6 week Mindfulness course with Katya at LightHearts UK which has helped me so much and I am so grateful to her for the gift of not feeling guilty about taking time for myself - we all need to learn to love ourselves and forgive ourselves and the kind and insightful way Katya goes about this has been a revelation to me. She is supportive and gentle in her approach yet challenging and the results are so rewarding and opens up so many possibilities. Thank you so much Katya.
Alison Cumming
Dec 25, 2019
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Katya has worked wonders for my aches and pains in my back and shoulders. After a bout of flu and feeling unwell for weeks, after just 2 sessions, I felt so much better. Katya is a warm and welcoming, and within a very peaceful environment has the magic touch - I highly recommend a visit as it's great for general well being.
