About Me

Hello, I'm Freda Hayse, founder of Horse & Jockey Counselling Services.

I specialise in supporting adults who have experienced trauma and helping them move towards healing, resilience, and hope. I understand that the impact of trauma can be profound, affecting emotional wellbeing, relationships, confidence, and everyday life. I aim to provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported.

Every person's experience is unique, which is why I tailor each session to your individual needs and goals. Together, we will work at a pace that feels right for you, helping you process difficult experiences, develop healthy coping strategies, and build lasting emotional wellbeing.

As part of my practice, I also provide Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD) for individuals, teams, and organisations following traumatic or distressing events. Whether responding to a workplace incident, emergency situation, or other critical event, I offer timely, professional support to help people process their experiences, reduce the impact of acute stress, and promote recovery.

I believe that healing begins when people feel safe, respected, and genuinely listened to. Building a trusting therapeutic relationship is at the heart of my work, empowering you to explore difficult experiences with confidence and reconnect with your own strengths. Whether your trauma is recent or something you've carried for many years, you don't have to face it alone.

At Horse & Jockey Counselling Services, I am committed to providing professional, confidential, and trauma-informed care, supporting individuals through life's most challenging moments and helping them move forward with renewed hope and confidence.