Counselling in Dawlish

As a therapeutic life coach & mental health practitioner with 20+ years of experience, I help young adults in transition, university/college students, and of all ages overcome anxiety, depression, and emotional disturbances. With degrees in psychology, social sciences and social work, I bring expertise and understanding to every client. My extensive background in the National Health Service and private practice make me a reliable guide on your journey to mental wellness.

My own experiences of therapy have taught me that my own change and growth became possible when i could open and relax into a felt sense of trust and safety. I appreciate that if you are struggling now or have suffered in the past- to open yourself up to- and risk trusting another might bring mixed feelings of hope and fear. Yet, to take a step into the unknown is the invitation and challenge of therapy. I have been a client; in my experience the risk i took set out upon the adventure of counselling has been an acceptable one and the rewards are great.

Hi I’m Diana. Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. Are you struggling and feel as if no one ‘gets’ it? Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed or just lost. Sometimes, life throws challenges at us when we least expect them and are least prepared for the impact they may have on our lives. I can help you to make sense of these experiences and emotions. By offering you space to explore your thoughts we can work together to help you move forward. We can find ways to overcome negative thoughts and to stop you feeling stuck.

The most important element of counselling is the connection you have with your counsellor. I know how important it is for you to feel heard, validated, and aligned with the person you are choosing to trust. I started training as a therapist nine years ago, at aged twenty, as I wanted to help people in a more in depth way. I have since then enjoyed helping a wide range of people from all walks of life get to a better psychological and emotional pIace, with most of my experience in working with adolescents and young adults.

I am a fully qualified and experienced therapist, a qualified Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist and a full member of BACP. I worked in the NHS for 6 years before moving to private practice about 8 years ago. I work with adults using IFS (Internal Family Systems therapy), talking therapy and creativity. I offer a safe, confidential and accepting space for you to bring the aspects of yourself, your life, relationships and/or events, past and present, that you are struggling with, that you wish to change in some way or that are getting in the way of your quality of life.

Sometimes life becomes overwhelming, things do not feel right. Are you feeling:- anxious, distressed, judged, struggling with low self-esteem or self-confidence, overwhelmed, bewildered, or frightened? Talking to a qualified counsellor can really help, it can be tough asking for support and it is important to find someone you can feel comfortable with. Together we will work to find the solutions to help you cope and move forward with whatever difficulties you are facing. We will work at your own pace and help you find the inner strength you need to move forward. Your journey from your darkness back into your light.

If you struggle with being in the world, with accepting yourself, or with a particular historical issue, I am here to support you journey towards recovery. I am especially interested in gender work - I particularly welcome men who wish to explore masculinity, and women who want to explore their relationship with men. Healthier relationship with ourselves, and others, is an achievable goal, and relies on empathy, compassion and challenge - I notice, and encourage attention on what is revealed in the moment. I understand struggle - I experienced, and have healed from mental health issues in my past, following an unsettled childhood.

If you are looking for someone with many years of professional experience qualified and professional with a kind, compassionate manner I can help. I have experience with diagnosed mental health issues and everyday struggles with relationships, feeling sad, depressed, anxious and pre occupied with worries. Confidential and private in a relaxed atmosphere.

Are you distrustful, fearful and overwhelmed by your own emotions and sensations? Do you wish you could eliminate them? I’ll help you see things in a new way. Issues arising from trauma may manifest in a number of ways including painful thoughts and memories, anxiety, depression, rage, physical pain and sensations (including unexplained physical symptoms, CFS, fibromyalgia and low energy). By viewing our thoughts, sensations, feelings and behaviours not as symptoms, but as 'parts' of us which are attempting to cope with life, we can learn about, and work with them in a compassionate and non-pathologising way.

Would you like to feel more confident in yourself? More connected to others in relationships, less anxious and more worthy? I work with people who have experienced struggles in their lives, such as abuse, neglect, toxic relationships. I also work with people who haven't necessarily had such experiences - whatever your background, it's still ok to reach out for support to feel better within yourself. I can support you to develop understanding and learn to care for yourself better which leads to healthier relationships and a greater sense of confidence, acceptance and self-respect

Hello, my name is Catia. I offer in person counselling sessions in Exeter (Devon) as well via video call to adults, children and young people (8 years +) as well as couples and marriage counselling therapy. Counselling can bring clarity where there is confusion, resolve past issues, change behaviours and improve relationships. I will provide you a confidential, safe and supportive space for you to talk and work thought the difficulties you are facing. For some people having a safe space to speak and reflect about their issues it is enough to help them move forward, while others may benefit from the use of more creative interventions

Maybe you are a young person or student struggling with your life and would like to improve your relationship with yourself and others. Perhaps you are a parent struggling to navigate the many difficult issues of parenthood and need some extra support. Whatever your situation, I am here to offer a safe and non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings and receive tailored emotional support.