Tess Hunneybell Trauma Therapist

Welcome, I’m Tess Hunneybell.

I’ve worked as a British Trauma Consultant and Psychotherapist for over 20 years, helping countless people escape the negative cycles they feel trapped in. Together, we can help you reach your goals of improved mental health, well-being, peace, and fulfilment.

My practice includes promoting LGBTQIA+ equality and supporting all gender identities.

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Heal, Restore, and Renew in the Heart of the Italian Countryside.

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Healing Trauma Retreats

Setting Boundaries
Now booking for 2026 — enjoy 30% Early Bird savings.

Embrace a Fresh Start

This 7-day retreat in the San Flaviano Monastery in Italy provides a unique opportunity for your personal renewal and healing. The serene retreat centres around finding healing and freedom from trauma of any variety.

With over 1,000 attendees to date, this carefully guided retreat has helped attendees rebuild their lives with clarity, resilience, and purpose. You could be next to find this experience transformative.

To learn more and see special offers, click the button below. As with many good things in life, the best offers are reserved for those who book directly.

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Types of Therapy

Trauma

I firmly believe that there are gentle ways to release stored trauma energy, belief systems, and persistent emotions. Our sessions will focus on addressing and healing your Inner Child. Once you develop this relationship, it can help you live in the moment and effectively overcome trauma.

Grief

First, please know you’re not alone. Grief is part of the human experience, whether it’s a significant life change or losing someone close. Our sessions will focus on supporting you through your unique grief experience using sympathy, empathy, and science-backed professional techniques.

Anxiety

Anxiety is a complex condition with multiple potential sources. Before beginning treatment, addressing any underlying post traumatic stress is crucial. This approach helps you understand what’s a response to the current situation and what is part of your past. Our sessions will focus on effective strategies for feeling calm and present, even in times of stress.

Stress

Stress can occur from any number of sources, and your response to different stressors is unique. Our sessions will address post traumatic stress, if present, and move into understanding your emotional responses to the current situation. Our sessions will focus on effective strategies that help you feel present and hopeful, no matter what else is going on.

Depression

Depression is an ongoing condition with several potential contributing factors. Before addressing depression, any underlying post traumatic stress must be addressed. Our sessions will focus on strategies to maintain calm and presence even before directly addressing depression. By doing so, you can gain a comprehensive toolkit to use even when things feel stressful.

Domestic Abuse

Domestic abuse, including physical, emotional, sexual, and financial, can have pronounced long-term effects on your life. Whether still in the relationship, newly left, or it’s been a while, survivors often need a safe, supportive environment to regain a sense of control over their lives. Our sessions will focus on coping skills, healing from trauma, and strategies to break free from abuse.

Climate Change Anxiety

This specialized type of therapy addresses the anxiety and distress associated with the rapid changes in Earth’s climate. Our sessions will focus on tools and techniques to understand their emotions, live a sustainable lifestyle, and manage their reactions. The goal is to help you make positive changes to reduce anxiety and create change.

Smoking Cessation

Smoking affects health, relationships, social settings, and more. With a 75% success rate, the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) helps smokers address common issues with putting down nicotine for good. Our sessions will focus on learning the meridian points on the body and how to focus on the present to alleviate the discomfort of quitting.

Physical/Sexual Trauma

This kind of trauma can be especially challenging to overcome, especially without dedicated support. The long-term effects on mental health can affect you for decades. Our sessions will focus on working through complex emotions, processing traumatic memories, and developing healthy coping skills that help you move toward healing.

Physical Pain

Physical pain, especially chronic pain, touches every aspect of your life. Evidence-based therapeutic methods can help address this pain when it stems from trauma, stress, emotional issues, and other causes to achieve a noticeable improvement. Our sessions will focus on identifying underlying causes, developing effective coping skills, and learning management.

Phobias

Specific phobias can respond to therapeutic approaches, such as social anxiety and agoraphobia. These phobias can be debilitating in several areas of your life, including connection to others. Our sessions will focus on addressing the root causes, developing healthy coping skills, and understanding your fears.

Additional Services

This retreat is for women ready to embrace change, start healing, and reconnect with their authentic selves. Our gentle, compassionate approach may offer the support you’ve been seeking—especially if other methods haven’t worked for you.

Contact us for more information or book a free 30-minute assessment call to explore how this retreat can support you.

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Group Sessions and Workshops

In some cases, group settings can be appropriate to address specific issues. These can include workplace environments, interest groups, community organizations, and more. Please contact us if you are part of a group that would benefit from a focused group session or workshop.

Business Coaching

Whether self-employed or working in a traditional career, having a coach is a great option. With the Authentic Success model, you will receive support in creating a fulfilling career path that aligns with your authentic self, plus support in developing strategies and setting achievable goals. The goal of our sessions is to help you find the deeper meaning in your work.

I'm Here to Help

Have more questions?

Whether you’re considering a Healing Trauma Retreat or exploring one-to-one therapy, I offer a complimentary 30-minute call to help you decide what’s right for you.

One-to-one therapy available from November 2025.
Ongoing sessions: €115 for 60 minutes.

Get in touch any time with your questions — I’ll be happy to help.

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