HerRise is a nurturing and therapeutic space where women are empowered to rise.

Every survivor/thriver of abuse deserves the space and a place, where healing is possible,

hope is restored, and strength is reclaimed.

We offer integrative, trauma-informed counselling which includes therapeutic spaces and complementary therapies

such as holistic massage and reflexology.

HerRise is a space where your voice is heard. where you can relax, recharge, and reclaim you!

HerRise is for women who are rebuilding after domestic abuse and is

inclusive of those who may also stammer or have a degree of hearing loss.

Our sessions offer a deeply compassionate, non-judgmental space.

to process trauma, silence shame, and reclaim your voice.

Journey through Release-HER!

Build strength with Restore-HER!

Replenish your mind, body, soul, and spirit with Reclaim-HER!

At HerRise, we understand the profound and lasting impact that domestic abuse

can have on every part of survivors/ lives.

Our mission is to create a safe, supportive space where you can begin to heal, reclaim your voice, and move forward with strength and purpose.

Through a combination of counselling and a calm, optional relaxation room available after sessions, designed

with survivor choice in mind, you and your therapist will work together to gently explore

your experiences and support your healing at your own pace.

We offer guidance through three empowering phases—

Release-HER Restore-HER Reclaim-HER

Each is designed to nurture emotional safety, rebuild self-worth, and help you rise into a renewed,

authentic life.

Where wholeness grows.
Renewal. Strength. Lasting change.

Having released the weight of trauma and reclaimed your identity, this final phase is about restoration — building a future rooted in stability, peace, and wholeness.

Here, we deepen your healing through:

  • Strengthening emotional resilience

  • Restoring energy, joy, and self-trust

  • Supporting long-term wellness — body, mind, and spirit

With counselling and complementary therapies, we nurture lasting transformation. This is about sustained growth—not rushing to "move on," but creating a life that honours all you’ve walked through and celebrates all you are becoming. You are not just surviving, you are being restored.

Restore-HER:

RestoreHER is inspired by Psalm 147:3—a promise of healing and care for every wound.

Your Voice. Your Space. Your Pace.
Where healing begins.

In the aftermath of abuse, even the simplest steps forward can feel impossible. This first phase creates a safe and nurturing environment where you are seen, heard, and supported — without pressure or expectation.

We focus on emotional safety, grounding, and gently beginning to release what you've carried. Through compassionate counselling and complementary therapies, you are invited to slow down, breathe deeply, and begin exploring your story at your own pace. This is where the weight starts to lift — not all at once, but with care, dignity, and kindness.

Release-HER:

Release-HER is inspired by Isaiah 61:1—a call to support and help the broken-hearted and bring freedom to those who have carried pain in silence.

The next chapter of your healing.
Reclaiming your voice, your identity, your future.

In this phase, we move from release into reconnection — not only healing from what happened, but reclaiming who you are.

Through integrative counselling and holistic care, you’ll begin to rebuild from within:

  • Restoring your self-worth

  • Reconnecting with your God-given identity

  • Reclaiming your voice, boundaries, and sense of peace

This is a turning point. Together, we cultivate rhythms of rest and reflection that anchor you, helping you move beyond survival into a life where you thrive — fully, freely, and on your terms.

Reclaim-HER:

Reclaim-HER is inspired by Joel 2:25. “I will restore to you the years the locusts have eaten…”

HerRise CIC was founded with a deep commitment to supporting survivors/thrivers of abuse through trauma-informed counselling and holistic care. Our work is grounded in compassion, lived experience, and professional expertise.

HerRise founder Phyllisha Johnson-Brown is a certified integrative counsellor, a complementary therapist, and a certified Independent Domestic Violence Adviser (IDVA). A survivor and thriver of abuse and violence, she brings both professional insight and heartfelt understanding to the work of recovery. Having experienced trauma firsthand, she deeply understands its impact—and the profound transformation that becomes possible when survivors are given the right support: psychological, emotional, physical, and spiritual.

At HerRise, we believe that healing is not just about recovery—it’s about reclamation. It’s about rising above what tried to silence or break you and rediscovering your worth, your voice, and your power.

The name HerRise represents recovering and rising higher . It's about reclaiming your identity, repositioning your future, realigning with your values and vision, and rewriting your story — not as one defined by abuse, but as one marked by strength, resilience, and renewal.

HerRise Mission

At HerRise CIC, our mission is to empower survivors of domestic abuse through free, integrative counselling and complementary services.

We provide a safe, supportive space where individuals can heal and grow. Our holistic approach, emphasizing emotional, psychological, and

spiritual wellbeing places each person at the heart of their counselling experience. We are committed to fostering resilience, upholding integrity,

and striving for excellence. Our goal is to help individuals rise above their past, embrace their present, and look forward to a hopeful, healing future.

HerRise Values

H - HOLISTIC: We focus on the complete wellbeing of women, addressing their emotional, psychological, and spiritual health.

E - EMPATHY: We deeply understand and share the feelings of those we work with, recognising their unique experiences.

R - RESPECT: We honour each individual's path, providing a safe, non-judgemental space for healing.

R - RESILIENCE: We foster resilience, empowering individuals to heal with strength and perseverance.

I - INTEGRITY: We maintain the highest ethical standards, ensuring honesty, confidentiality, and professionalism.

S - SUPPORT: We offer steadfast support, guiding individuals throughout their healing process.

E - EXCELLENCE: We aim for excellence, providing top-tier care with carefully chosen therapeutic methods for holistic recovery. and change.

Counselling & Therapy Services

At HerRise, we offer integrative counselling therapy—a flexible, personalised approach that draws from several evidence-based methods to suit your unique needs. All sessions are trauma-informed, ensuring a safe, supportive space for healing at your own pace.

What to Expect

  • Free 15-minute introductory consultation

  • Followed by 50-minute one-to-one counselling sessions

  • Confidential, client-led, and no obligation to continue

  • We work in line with the BACP Ethical Framework, ensuring professionalism, respect, and your autonomy

Our Approach Combines:

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) – Focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours

  • Psychodynamic Therapy – Explores how past experiences and unconscious processes may influence present difficulties

  • Person-Centred Therapy – Emphasises empathy, acceptance, and supporting you to find your own answers in a non-judgemental space

We support a wide range of issues including:

As a trauma-informed practice, we offer a safe and supportive space to explore a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns. These include (but are not limited to):

Abuse, addiction, anger, anxiety, bereavement, chronic illness or pain, depression, divorce and separation, family issues, grief and loss, health anxiety, identity and self-worth, loneliness and isolation, low self-esteem, rejection, relationship difficulties, shame and guilt, stress, work-life balance, work-related pressure, and worry.

Complementary Therapy:

  • Includes a free pre-treatment consultation

  • Followed by a tailored 50-minute session

  • Supports emotional, physical, and energetic wellbeing

Your Journey, Your ChoiceYou're in control of your therapy journey.

Whether short-term or ongoing, we’ll work together to find what’s right for you.

Get in touch.

Our services include personalised 50-minute counselling and complementary therapy sessions, with the number of sessions tailored to each individual's needs.

We invite self-referrals from women in the London area and also accept referrals from support agencies.

To learn more, book a free 15-minute introductory online session, followed by a comprehensive initial assessment session. To register your interest, complete the enquiry form below, and we'll be in touch within 5 working days.

At HerRise, we're more than a service provider; we're a community committed to promoting healing, growth, and connection. Your privacy and confidentiality are paramount to us.

  • For immediate support in an emergency, contact 999.

  • For assistance, text 999 if you're Deaf or hard of hearing.

  • For crisis intervention, reach out to Women's Aid at womensaid.org.uk.

For further enquiries, please complete the enquiry form below: