Psychodynamic Counselling in Ashburton

Clare Burke
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Ashburton TQ13
As human beings we naturally at times feel overwhelmed, stuck, depressed, anxious, sad, fearful and lost. Therapy within the safety of a trusting therapeutic relationship can be transformative. I'm an experienced integrative therapist treating mental distress in the many ways it shows up. I integrate attachment informed EMDR and Internal Family Systems/ 'parts' therapy, both evidence based models, I also am an art psychotherapist and if you choose we can integrate this. I am here to walk alongside and guide you as we seek your way out of the discomfort you find yourself in, enabling you to live a full life in this present moment.
As human beings we naturally at times feel overwhelmed, stuck, depressed, anxious, sad, fearful and lost. Therapy within the safety of a trusting therapeutic relationship can be transformative. I'm an experienced integrative therapist treating mental distress in the many ways it shows up. I integrate attachment informed EMDR and Internal Family Systems/ 'parts' therapy, both evidence based models, I also am an art psychotherapist and if you choose we can integrate this. I am here to walk alongside and guide you as we seek your way out of the discomfort you find yourself in, enabling you to live a full life in this present moment.
01364 701742 View 01364 701742
Thais (Tess) Lloyd
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Ashburton TQ13
Hello, my name is Thais Lloyd, but people call me Tess. I have over 15 years' experience as a counsellor. I am experienced in working with clients with: depression and low mood; anxiety, panic and phobias; difficulties in relationships; loneliness; trauma and abuse; low self-esteem; health-related stress; grief and loss; addiction. Finding a counsellor that you can connect well with can make a real difference to how you feel and to how you deal with what is difficult for you. My aim is to support you to find the relief you seek, make the changes you wish to make, and move forward in your life in a more creative and fulfilling way.
Hello, my name is Thais Lloyd, but people call me Tess. I have over 15 years' experience as a counsellor. I am experienced in working with clients with: depression and low mood; anxiety, panic and phobias; difficulties in relationships; loneliness; trauma and abuse; low self-esteem; health-related stress; grief and loss; addiction. Finding a counsellor that you can connect well with can make a real difference to how you feel and to how you deal with what is difficult for you. My aim is to support you to find the relief you seek, make the changes you wish to make, and move forward in your life in a more creative and fulfilling way.
07493 591515 View 07493 591515
Claire Cook (Willingham)
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello.... I am an experienced Counsellor and Psychotherapist (MBACP) based in Newton Abbot, Devon. Counselling is not only helpful for traumatic life events, it can also help when you are at a crossroads, feeling stuck or having a huge sense that life is not what it could be. I like to encourage my clients to explore their issues and work towards a better understanding of themselves and the world around them. Together we will look at finding your inner strengths so that you can build in them developing a greater self awareness. However, FINDING THE RIGHT PERON IS THE MOST IMPORTANT ASPECT OF THERAPY.
Hello.... I am an experienced Counsellor and Psychotherapist (MBACP) based in Newton Abbot, Devon. Counselling is not only helpful for traumatic life events, it can also help when you are at a crossroads, feeling stuck or having a huge sense that life is not what it could be. I like to encourage my clients to explore their issues and work towards a better understanding of themselves and the world around them. Together we will look at finding your inner strengths so that you can build in them developing a greater self awareness. However, FINDING THE RIGHT PERON IS THE MOST IMPORTANT ASPECT OF THERAPY.
01626 249147 View 01626 249147
Mark Shanagher
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Core Process Psychotherapy combines a spiritual, buddhist understanding of the self with western psychodynamic theory to support self-enquiry.
Mindfulness-Based Core Process Psychotherapy is a relational and embodied enquiry in which we can together explore how it is that you ‘do’ you. I offer a setting of compassion, acceptance and non-judgemental listening, and value these qualities in our working relationship. I am interested in what your experience is and, as you can begin to feel understood, in how you might begin to express and experience yourself differently. Having a place to bring yourself, your worries, your issues, can be a relief and can be deeply rewarding as we honour the feelings that move inside you and allow your own innate wisdom to find it's way.
Core Process Psychotherapy combines a spiritual, buddhist understanding of the self with western psychodynamic theory to support self-enquiry.
Mindfulness-Based Core Process Psychotherapy is a relational and embodied enquiry in which we can together explore how it is that you ‘do’ you. I offer a setting of compassion, acceptance and non-judgemental listening, and value these qualities in our working relationship. I am interested in what your experience is and, as you can begin to feel understood, in how you might begin to express and experience yourself differently. Having a place to bring yourself, your worries, your issues, can be a relief and can be deeply rewarding as we honour the feelings that move inside you and allow your own innate wisdom to find it's way.
01548 800965 View 01548 800965
Mark Hashimi
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
I specialise in working with anxiety, depression, burnout, trauma and work issues. I am highly trained in trauma-informed psychotherapy and coaching. My integrative approach blends transactional analysis psychotherapy, EMDR, and ancient healing practices to address root causes for good. In our first meeting, we’ll discuss goals, agree how we’ll work, and create a flexible plan for lasting change, usually with weekly sessions.
I specialise in working with anxiety, depression, burnout, trauma and work issues. I am highly trained in trauma-informed psychotherapy and coaching. My integrative approach blends transactional analysis psychotherapy, EMDR, and ancient healing practices to address root causes for good. In our first meeting, we’ll discuss goals, agree how we’ll work, and create a flexible plan for lasting change, usually with weekly sessions.
01748 902211 View 01748 902211
Marg Vickers
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
No matter what current life problems you are facing; whether they be emotional, physical, relationship, bereavement, trauma related stress or employment related issues, talking it through can help you make sense of your situation and find ways to move forward.
No matter what current life problems you are facing; whether they be emotional, physical, relationship, bereavement, trauma related stress or employment related issues, talking it through can help you make sense of your situation and find ways to move forward.
01364 708947 View 01364 708947
Ross Stephenson
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist working in the NHS and in private practice, both online, and in-person.
The particular strength of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is its focus on resolving what underlies the difficulties you are experiencing, in order to effect real and lasting change in your life.
I am a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist working in the NHS and in private practice, both online, and in-person.
The particular strength of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is its focus on resolving what underlies the difficulties you are experiencing, in order to effect real and lasting change in your life.
01803 220752 View 01803 220752
Tan Murray-Clark
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Hello. We all need someone to talk to when life is difficult. Counselling can help you understand more about who you are, to make better sense of past or current events, your feelings and how you relate. I seek to provide a heartfelt, safe and accompanied exploration of any issues you bring. I will seek to create a trusting alliance with you and provide a place you can find and be yourself. The therapy I practice -Core Process- works with feelings, emotions, thoughts and the felt senses towards supporting you to move through any fears and anxieties and generate a greater sense of health and wellbeing into your everyday life.
Hello. We all need someone to talk to when life is difficult. Counselling can help you understand more about who you are, to make better sense of past or current events, your feelings and how you relate. I seek to provide a heartfelt, safe and accompanied exploration of any issues you bring. I will seek to create a trusting alliance with you and provide a place you can find and be yourself. The therapy I practice -Core Process- works with feelings, emotions, thoughts and the felt senses towards supporting you to move through any fears and anxieties and generate a greater sense of health and wellbeing into your everyday life.
01364 701874 View 01364 701874
Sarah Bosence
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Serves Area
I am passionate about helping you to find your voice in what might be keeping you feeling stuck, overwhelmed or a feeling that something needs to change. Beginning therapy and finding the right therapist for you is an important decision which is why I offer an initial conversation to see if we are a good fit. With over 2000 hours of clinical hours. I am an experienced trauma & relational therapist working in the NHS and running an established and successful private practice with adults and young people.
I am passionate about helping you to find your voice in what might be keeping you feeling stuck, overwhelmed or a feeling that something needs to change. Beginning therapy and finding the right therapist for you is an important decision which is why I offer an initial conversation to see if we are a good fit. With over 2000 hours of clinical hours. I am an experienced trauma & relational therapist working in the NHS and running an established and successful private practice with adults and young people.
01647 403934 View 01647 403934

More Therapists Nearby

Tiziana Barton
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Online Only
I am an experienced therapist and a registered member of BACP (British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy). I understand that it might be a daunting task to look for a therapist if it is for yourself or for a loved one, but it takes courage and strength to ask for help, and all that is required is to simply make that first step. I am available to answer any questions & to discuss your concerns, issues & needs. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch, no strings attached after our free initial call/meeting.
I am an experienced therapist and a registered member of BACP (British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy). I understand that it might be a daunting task to look for a therapist if it is for yourself or for a loved one, but it takes courage and strength to ask for help, and all that is required is to simply make that first step. I am available to answer any questions & to discuss your concerns, issues & needs. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch, no strings attached after our free initial call/meeting.
01364 701734 View 01364 701734
Lynne Barker
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Exeter EX1
Your life experiences are completely unique, so I'll draw from a wide variety of psychodynamic techniques and therapies that will help us to focus on your particular situation.
Your life. Your time. You. Time to sort things out, explore, grow and CHANGE. Time to stop being pulled in all directions; too caught up on the treadmill of your own thoughts to find an alternative way of tackling a problem. My sessions offer you a circuit breaker; a chance to slow down, unravel your thoughts...and breathe! Stepping back and viewing your life from a more profound and reasoned angle, you will have the opportunity to share your thoughts and questions, in a secure and non-judgemental setting. It will be time well spent in order for your future life to be spent well.
Your life experiences are completely unique, so I'll draw from a wide variety of psychodynamic techniques and therapies that will help us to focus on your particular situation.
Your life. Your time. You. Time to sort things out, explore, grow and CHANGE. Time to stop being pulled in all directions; too caught up on the treadmill of your own thoughts to find an alternative way of tackling a problem. My sessions offer you a circuit breaker; a chance to slow down, unravel your thoughts...and breathe! Stepping back and viewing your life from a more profound and reasoned angle, you will have the opportunity to share your thoughts and questions, in a secure and non-judgemental setting. It will be time well spent in order for your future life to be spent well.
01392 549745 View 01392 549745
Jennifer Kim
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Exeter EX1
If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low in confidence or just stuck and you don't know how to move forward, you're not alone. Maybe you're wondering if therapy is right for you? As a compassionate and intuitive therapist, I provide a space where you can unravel your thoughts, process your emotions, and rediscover your inner strength.  Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, low self esteem, relationship challenges or major life transitions, I tailor my approach to you. Together we'll explore what is holding you back and work towards meaningful change.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low in confidence or just stuck and you don't know how to move forward, you're not alone. Maybe you're wondering if therapy is right for you? As a compassionate and intuitive therapist, I provide a space where you can unravel your thoughts, process your emotions, and rediscover your inner strength.  Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, low self esteem, relationship challenges or major life transitions, I tailor my approach to you. Together we'll explore what is holding you back and work towards meaningful change.
01572 491311 View 01572 491311
Mewstone Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when you’re navigating anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, or the challenges and strengths that come with neurodiversity such as ADHD or autism. Even finding the right counsellor can feel like another burden. I work with both individuals and couples, offering a safe, non-judgemental space to explore whatever is on your mind. For some people, that means ongoing therapy. For others, it’s a single, focused session to talk something through without committing to a longer process. If you’re unsure whether counselling is right for you, I’m happy to talk it through first.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when you’re navigating anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, or the challenges and strengths that come with neurodiversity such as ADHD or autism. Even finding the right counsellor can feel like another burden. I work with both individuals and couples, offering a safe, non-judgemental space to explore whatever is on your mind. For some people, that means ongoing therapy. For others, it’s a single, focused session to talk something through without committing to a longer process. If you’re unsure whether counselling is right for you, I’m happy to talk it through first.
020 3835 2457 View 020 3835 2457
Dr Jennifer Mbanu
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Exeter EX4
I offer compassionate, trauma-informed support for personal growth. I'll support you to recognise the ways in which trauma is impacting the ways you relate to yourself and others, and to also uncover new strengths and pathways for meaningful personal growth beyond the challenges you've experienced. I have often found that understanding people's diagnoses and symptoms as responses to what they have lived through is valuable in helping them shed the self-blame they might carry. Often, people find themselves stuck in cycles of behaviour that no longer serve them, yet feel at a loss for how to make meaningful change.
I offer compassionate, trauma-informed support for personal growth. I'll support you to recognise the ways in which trauma is impacting the ways you relate to yourself and others, and to also uncover new strengths and pathways for meaningful personal growth beyond the challenges you've experienced. I have often found that understanding people's diagnoses and symptoms as responses to what they have lived through is valuable in helping them shed the self-blame they might carry. Often, people find themselves stuck in cycles of behaviour that no longer serve them, yet feel at a loss for how to make meaningful change.
View
Katherine Jordan
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Online Only
I work as the Clinical Director for Therapeutic Support Services whilst also seeing clients individually. I work with clients who are seeking a deeper, trauma-informed, compassionate therapeutic approach that moves beyond symptom management. Clients often come to therapy experiencing anxiety, depression, addiction, emotional overwhelm or the lasting impact of trauma. My approach works deeply with what arises in the present moment within the therapeutic relationship, supporting what is already emerging so together we can facilitate the organic healing process, allowing a return to your core state of inherent wellbeing.
I work as the Clinical Director for Therapeutic Support Services whilst also seeing clients individually. I work with clients who are seeking a deeper, trauma-informed, compassionate therapeutic approach that moves beyond symptom management. Clients often come to therapy experiencing anxiety, depression, addiction, emotional overwhelm or the lasting impact of trauma. My approach works deeply with what arises in the present moment within the therapeutic relationship, supporting what is already emerging so together we can facilitate the organic healing process, allowing a return to your core state of inherent wellbeing.
01803 926082 View 01803 926082
Tanya Griffiths
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Do you look like you’re coping, but inside feel anxious, overwhelmed or unsure of yourself? You may be dealing with high expectations, perfectionism, people-pleasing, relationship difficulties or a period of change, while still trying to keep everything going. You don’t need to be in crisis to seek support. I work with adults who want to understand themselves better, build confidence and make meaningful changes.
Do you look like you’re coping, but inside feel anxious, overwhelmed or unsure of yourself? You may be dealing with high expectations, perfectionism, people-pleasing, relationship difficulties or a period of change, while still trying to keep everything going. You don’t need to be in crisis to seek support. I work with adults who want to understand themselves better, build confidence and make meaningful changes.
01752 741367 View 01752 741367
Jess Richards
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Exeter EX1
Therapy offers you the opportunity to explore your life, make sense of where you are and what is possible, and make choices about how you want to live. It can also help you develop a more meaningful relationship with yourself, with other people and with the world around you. I work with a wide range of difficulties and experiences. You may wish to address trauma, distress or experiences that continue to hold you back; or explore anxiety, stress, neurodivergence, relationship difficulties, life transitions, meaning, purpose, spirituality, or a sense of feeling stuck or lost. I will meet you where you are and as you are.
Therapy offers you the opportunity to explore your life, make sense of where you are and what is possible, and make choices about how you want to live. It can also help you develop a more meaningful relationship with yourself, with other people and with the world around you. I work with a wide range of difficulties and experiences. You may wish to address trauma, distress or experiences that continue to hold you back; or explore anxiety, stress, neurodivergence, relationship difficulties, life transitions, meaning, purpose, spirituality, or a sense of feeling stuck or lost. I will meet you where you are and as you are.
View
Georgina Edwards - Counterpoint Therapy Plymouth
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
My name is Georgina, and I wonder what brought you here. Do you feel overwhelmed, uncomfortable, or disconnected deep inside? Is your past dominating your present life? Maybe something significant has happened recently, coming between you and other relationships, despite your best efforts? Perhaps you don’t know why things seem so difficult, or perhaps you know only too well, as it is a familiar pattern? I can support you with Anxiety, Depression, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, OCD, trauma and PTSD, as well as significant life events such as bereavement, excessive stress, or relational breakdown.
My name is Georgina, and I wonder what brought you here. Do you feel overwhelmed, uncomfortable, or disconnected deep inside? Is your past dominating your present life? Maybe something significant has happened recently, coming between you and other relationships, despite your best efforts? Perhaps you don’t know why things seem so difficult, or perhaps you know only too well, as it is a familiar pattern? I can support you with Anxiety, Depression, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, OCD, trauma and PTSD, as well as significant life events such as bereavement, excessive stress, or relational breakdown.
01572 498983 View 01572 498983
Julie Jeffs
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Online Only
I’m friendly and easy to talk to. If we decide to work together, you’ll have all my training and experience available to support you. I will create a unique approach just for you. I offer sessions in a comfortable, modern private practice where you can relax, take a break from the pressures of your life, and focus on the important outcomes you want to achieve. I’ve worked as a therapist in private practice for over twenty years and based on this experience and my extensive professional training, I can offer you the opportunity to meet the challenges you are facing with confidence and in safety. I specialise in Eating disorders
I’m friendly and easy to talk to. If we decide to work together, you’ll have all my training and experience available to support you. I will create a unique approach just for you. I offer sessions in a comfortable, modern private practice where you can relax, take a break from the pressures of your life, and focus on the important outcomes you want to achieve. I’ve worked as a therapist in private practice for over twenty years and based on this experience and my extensive professional training, I can offer you the opportunity to meet the challenges you are facing with confidence and in safety. I specialise in Eating disorders
01752 982510 View 01752 982510
Suzanne Bryant
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Online Only
I draw on attachment theory and psychodynamic thinking to deepen understanding.
I have worked across a range of NHS and private mental health services, including older adults, perinatal mental health, clinical health psychology and looked after children. I incorporate approaches such as Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and trauma focused CBT where these are helpful.
I draw on attachment theory and psychodynamic thinking to deepen understanding.
I have worked across a range of NHS and private mental health services, including older adults, perinatal mental health, clinical health psychology and looked after children. I incorporate approaches such as Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and trauma focused CBT where these are helpful.
01803 221488 View 01803 221488
Psychodynamic Counsellors
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.

How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.

Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.

What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.