About The Clarendon Practice
Trauma-focused psychotherapy and EMDR in Coventry
A safe, steady space to make sense of difficult experiences.
I’m Iris Kay, an accredited counsellor and psychotherapist, EMDR Trauma Therapist, Consultant and Clinical Supervisor, with many years of experience working within the NHS and in private practice. I specialise in supporting adults and teenagers across Coventry and the surrounding areas who are struggling with:
- Trauma and PTSD (including complex and developmental trauma)
- Anxiety, panic and chronic stress
- Depression, including postnatal depression
- Health-related trauma and persistent pain
Many of the people I work with appear capable and high functioning, yet internally feel overwhelmed, hyper-alert or disconnected.
You may not fully understand why certain situations trigger strong emotional or physical reactions. But therapy offers a confidential, steady space to make sense of what has happened and how it continues to affect your nervous system, relationships and sense of self.
My Approach to Trauma Therapy
I work in a trauma-informed and evidence-based way, drawing on EMDR, attachment theory, neuroscience and somatic psychology. In practice, this means:
Safety first
We focus on building emotional stability and coping resources before approaching distressing memories.
Collaboration
Therapy is something we build together. You are involved in decisions about pace, focus and goals.
Education and understanding
I explain how trauma affects the brain and body, so your reactions begin to feel understandable rather than frightening or “wrong.”
Careful pacing
Trauma work should not feel overwhelming or out of control. We move at a speed that feels manageable.
Working Together
If you contact The Clarendon Practice, you will work directly with me throughout the process. Therapy usually involves:
1
Initial Contact
A brief discussion of what you are looking for and whether this feels like the right fit.
2
Early Sessions
Exploring your history, current difficulties and goals, and considering whether EMDR or another approach may be helpful.
3
Ongoing Therapy
Typically weekly sessions, beginning with safety and stabilisation before moving towards trauma processing when appropriate.
4
Review & Endings
Regularly reviewing progress and planning for maintaining gains after therapy ends.
Taking the First Step
If you are looking for trauma therapy or EMDR in Coventry, you are welcome to get in touch to arrange an initial consultation.