Our London Day Clinic: Intensive Outpatient Trauma Therapy
Discover specialist trauma therapy in the heart of London, combining world-class care with the flexibility to stay connected to your daily life.
Trauma is created in moments of overwhelm, powerlessness, and fear. Healing begins when we create the safety to be held, seen, and free again.
Intensive Trauma Treatment Without Leaving Your Life Behind
For many people, weekly 1-to-1 therapy is not enough to reach the root of trauma. Yet residential treatment can feel out of reach when you have children to care for, family commitments, or the demands of a high-pressure career.
The Khiron Clinics Trauma Day Clinic in London was designed precisely for this situation, giving you access to intensive outpatient trauma therapy that is both intensive and flexible, allowing you to remain connected to your daily responsibilities.
Here, you will find world-class trauma treatment delivered by clinicians informed, trained and supervised by some of the leading experts in the field. Every approach we use is grounded in the science of the nervous system and backed by evidence, ensuring you receive the highest standard of care in a safe and supportive setting.
What Our Clients Have to Say
“The trauma focused approach has helped me understand myself better than any formal psychiatric diagnosis or any specialist NHS therapy I've ever received.“ - Victoria
Who Is the London Day Clinic For?
- Are weighed down by unresolved trauma that is affecting every part of life
- Feel their quality of life is being severely impacted by symptoms they can no longer ignore
- Know that weekly therapy sessions are not enough to bring lasting relief
- Cannot step away from work or family responsibilities to enter a residential program
- Feel trapped in cycles of disconnection, overwhelm, or emotional pain despite previous support
- Want to involve their family in the healing process, whether that means learning to manage trauma together, gaining support from loved ones, or working through difficult relational patterns with guidance
If you’re ready for specialist trauma treatment in London that fits into your life, our Day Clinic could be the perfect place for you.
What Makes Our London Day Clinic Unique?
Specialist trauma treatment of this intensity has, until now, only been available in residential programs. For many people in London, that level of care has simply been out of reach. The Day Clinic changes this by bringing together a full program of evidence-based therapies in a format that fits around real life.
Our clinicians are informed, trained, and supervised by some of the world’s foremost trauma experts, including Dr Bessel van der Kolk, Dr Janina Fisher, Dr Stephen Porges, Dr Dick Schwartz, Deb Dana, Licia Sky, and Linda Thai. This means every client benefits from approaches shaped by the very people advancing the field of trauma recovery.
Our clinic is located near Harley Street in a discreet and welcoming setting. The space has been designed to feel calm and restorative, making it easier to step away from daily pressures and focus on your healing.
What the Experts Have to Say
“Khiron Clinics very specifically knows about trauma.” - Dr Bessel Van Der Kolk
Therapies We Offer
At our London Day Clinic, we use a comprehensive range of proven trauma therapies, tailored to each individual:
- EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing)
- Neurofeedback
- Somatic Experiencing
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Sensorimotor Psychotherapy
- Art and Movement Psychotherapy
- Attachment-Focused Therapy
- Body Psychotherapy
- Deep Brain Reprocessing
- Trauma-Informed Breathwork
- Structural Dissociation Model
- TIST (Trauma-Informed Stabilisation Treatment)
- Family and Couples Sessions
- Family Workshops
- SSP (Safe and Sound Protocol)
- RRP (Rhythm, Regulation, Processing)
We also offer treatment for people affected by domestic violence, terrorist attacks, or forced migration. Our specialist services extend to asylum seekers, individuals struggling with alcohol and substance use, and those dealing with dissociative disorders or complex trauma. Each service is designed to provide ongoing support and practical techniques that help patients move forward.
If you’re ready for specialist trauma treatment in London that fits into your life, our Day Clinic could be the perfect place for you.
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What We Treat at Our Day Clinic London
Our clients typically come to us with an array of mental and physical health diagnoses and symptoms. In almost all cases they have already had treatment for these issues with limited success.
We help you to make sense of what caused these mental and physical health issues, and together we find a path to heal their root causes, promoting lasting recovery.
We don’t treat diagnoses or symptoms. We treat the underlying root causes beneath these various problems which cause the symptoms that receive these kinds of diagnoses:
Conditions:
- PTSD and Complex PTSD
- Bipolar Disorder
- Anxiety Disorders and Panic Disorder
- Depressive Disorder
- Borderline Personality Disorder
- Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) and DDNOS
- OCD and Phobias
- Personality Disorders
- Psychosis
- ADHD
- Attachment Trauma / Developmental Trauma
- Somatic Symptom Disorder
- Chronic Pain Syndromes (e.g. fibromyalgia, migraines)
- Autoimmune and stress-related illnesses where trauma plays a role
Symtpoms:
- Intrusive thoughts and flashbacks
- Hypervigilance and exaggerated startle responses
- Nightmares and sleep disturbances
- Emotional numbness
- Loss of sense of self
- Difficulty trusting or forming safe relationships
- Relational difficulties and disconnection
- Struggles with self-worth
- Difficulty regulating emotions or frequent mood swings
- Outbursts of rage or violence
- Shame, guilt, or persistent irritability
- Digestive issues linked to stress and trauma
- Compulsivity and obsessions
- Agoraphobia, fear, and avoidance
- Dissociation
- Suicidality and risk-taking behaviours
- Concentration and memory difficulties
- Tension, chronic fatigue, or stress-related physical symptoms
If you’re living with the effects of trauma and are ready for treatment that fits around your life, our London Day Clinic offers the specialist care you need to begin healing and move forward.
What Is Trauma?
Watch Our Short Video to Gain a Quick and Simple Understanding of What Trauma Is
Understanding trauma is crucial for recovery because it helps you see how trauma impacts your mind, body, and behaviour. This knowledge normalises your responses, reducing self-blame and isolation. Learning about trauma empowers you to take control of your healing journey with informed decisions and effective coping strategies.
“Trauma is not only an event that took place in the past; it is also the imprint left by that experience on mind, brain, and body.”
Dr Bessel Van Der Kolk
The Nature of Trauma
Trauma is often misunderstood. While many think of it as a single distressing event, trauma is not the event itself but the body’s response to overwhelming experiences. It can arise from both sudden incidents and prolonged exposure, such as abuse, neglect, violence, loss, bullying, or emotional deprivation.
“Trauma is perhaps the most avoided, ignored, belittled, denied, misunderstood, and untreated cause of human suffering.”
Dr Peter Levine
“Trauma is not what happens to you, but what happens inside you as a result of what happens to you.”
Dr Gabor Maté
How Trauma Gets ‘Stuck’
When we cannot fight or flee, the body often freezes. The survival energy generated in that moment becomes trapped in the nervous system, creating symptoms like flashbacks, hypervigilance, emotional numbness, or chronic physical pain. These invisible wounds can last for years if not addressed.
The Nervous System and Trauma
The human nervous system plays a central role in how trauma is stored and expressed. Prolonged stress responses can lead to exhaustion, shutdown, and a sense of disconnection from oneself and others. Healing requires addressing these nervous system imbalances so that the body can feel safe again.
“Traumatized people chronically feel unsafe inside their bodies: The past is alive in the form of gnawing interior discomfort.”
Dr Bessel Van Der Kolk
How We Treat Trauma at Our London Outpatient Trauma Therapy Clinic
“Trauma victims cannot recover until they become familiar with and befriend the sensations in their bodies.” – Dr Bessel Van Der Kolk
At Khiron Clinics, we combine a ‘top-down’ approach to treatment with a ‘bottom-up’ (somatic) approach, working with both the mind and the body to address the root causes of trauma. This means we allow the body’s responses and sensations to guide us in uncovering and releasing stuck trauma and emotions.
This process helps regulate the nervous system, creating a greater sense of safety in the body and more control over emotions, triggers, and reactions.
Because trauma often originates in early relationships, it can continue to disrupt how we connect with others later in life. For this reason, we also support clients in learning effective communication skills, recognising triggers, and building coping mechanisms so that they can begin to experience healthier, more supportive relationships.
By assisting individuals in befriending their defences and fostering a sense of safety within their bodies, we guide them towards a journey of personal development, often referred to as post-traumatic growth.
Our therapies — from EMDR and Internal Family Systems to Somatic Experiencing and Neurofeedback — have all been chosen because they support this mind–body approach, helping clients recover on every level.
At Khiron Clinics, we combine a ‘top-down’ approach to treatment with a ‘bottom-up’ (somatic) approach, working with both the mind and the body to address the root causes of trauma. This means we allow the body’s responses and sensations to guide us in uncovering and releasing stuck trauma and emotions.
This process helps regulate the nervous system, creating a greater sense of safety in the body and more control over emotions, triggers, and reactions.
Because trauma often originates in early relationships, it can continue to disrupt how we connect with others later in life. For this reason, we also support clients in learning effective communication skills, recognising triggers, and building coping mechanisms so that they can begin to experience healthier, more supportive relationships.
By assisting individuals in befriending their defences and fostering a sense of safety within their bodies, we guide them towards a journey of personal development, often referred to as post-traumatic growth.
Our therapies — from EMDR and Internal Family Systems to Somatic Experiencing and Neurofeedback — have all been chosen because they support this mind–body approach, helping clients recover on every level.
Expand Life Skills
Increase Safety in Relationships
Express Unprocessed Emotions
Identify & Manage Triggers
Develop Resources
Understand Science of Trauma
What to Expect at the Day Clinic
Our weekly program is built to support both healing and connection:
- Movement Groups: Yoga, mindful stretching, and breathing practices that restore body awareness and calm the nervous system
- Process Groups: Guided by the ‘Talking Boundaries’ model, providing a safe space for honest sharing and relational healing
- Psychoeducational Lectures: Understanding trauma, the nervous system, and practical coping strategies
- Creative Groups: Art, music, and writing to process emotions in non-verbal, expressive ways
Each week, patients can expect sessions that combine proven techniques with ongoing support. Our program operates within regular hours, making it possible to balance treatment with work, family, or other responsibilities.
Why Choose Khiron Clinics London for Outpatient Trauma Therapy?
- A safe, supportive environment that nurtures both personal growth and community
- A flexible program designed for professionals, parents, and anyone unable to step away for residential care
- Access to world-class clinicians, therapies, and a trauma-informed program that goes deeper than traditional outpatient care
Professional Accreditations
Our Commitment to Professional Excellence
More than forty NHS clinical care groups and trusts have referred clients to Khiron Clinics, underscoring our reputation for excellence. We collaborate with esteemed organisations to provide our services, ensuring the highest standards of care.
Additionally, we are proud to be the world’s first Polyvagal Informed Certified residential clinic, setting a new benchmark in innovative and effective treatment.
Learn more about our accreditations here: Professional Accreditations
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Start Your Journey to Recovery Today
Every client who starts residential or outpatient treatment at Khiron Clinics will first have an initial consultation.
Our initial consultations are an opportunity for you to meet with a senior member of our clinical team, share your story, understand more about the treatment Khiron Clinics delivers and get insights into the root causes of your issues.
Following your in-person or online meeting, you will receive a written summary detailing the information you have provided as well as a clinical formulation and clinical recommendation, allowing you to review the information at your own pace with your family, loved ones, or current clinical team, so that you can make the best informed decision for your needs.
Begin Your Healing Journey Today
If you are searching for trauma therapy in London that goes deeper than 1-to-1 sessions but fits around your commitments, our Day Clinic is here for you.
When the impact of trauma becomes too heavy to carry, it can start to touch every part of your life. Relationships may feel strained, work becomes harder to manage, and even daily routines can feel overwhelming. Living this way is exhausting, and you may know deep down that you cannot continue like this.
You do not have to. There is specialist help available. Our London Day Clinic provides the level of support and treatment needed to begin releasing the burden of the past, so you can reclaim stability, connection, and a better quality of life.