Counselling in Heavitree, Exeter

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Tim Williamson
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Heavitree, Exeter EX1
It was Mr Miyagi in the movie “The Karate Kid” who said, “You know, but you do not understand.” We are often aware of the feelings and thoughts we are having, the behaviours they are causing and the distress that can generate. We can even know the traumas that have happened that we can attribute them to. But we can’t understand or articulate them enough to change them and heal. Perhaps this is the way you feel? Maybe you have been struggling with anxiety, depression or both for some time and everyday life is more challenging than you want it to be? Maybe you’ve experienced a traumatic event that you can’t seem to get over?
It was Mr Miyagi in the movie “The Karate Kid” who said, “You know, but you do not understand.” We are often aware of the feelings and thoughts we are having, the behaviours they are causing and the distress that can generate. We can even know the traumas that have happened that we can attribute them to. But we can’t understand or articulate them enough to change them and heal. Perhaps this is the way you feel? Maybe you have been struggling with anxiety, depression or both for some time and everyday life is more challenging than you want it to be? Maybe you’ve experienced a traumatic event that you can’t seem to get over?
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Open World Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Heavitree, Exeter EX1
Identifying the thoughts, feelings and inner struggles that are holding you back can be daunting, but my role is to walk alongside you, enabling you to find clarity, calm, and good mental health. Central to my counselling ethos is the importance of creating a safe, non-judgemental place, where you are free to be yourself, and to explore any aspect of life that is important to you.
Identifying the thoughts, feelings and inner struggles that are holding you back can be daunting, but my role is to walk alongside you, enabling you to find clarity, calm, and good mental health. Central to my counselling ethos is the importance of creating a safe, non-judgemental place, where you are free to be yourself, and to explore any aspect of life that is important to you.
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Gavin Weir-Jones
Psychotherapist, MA, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Heavitree, Exeter EX1
My work deals universally with the reduction of suffering, your suffering. Specifically this may include Depression, Anxiety, Low Mood, Loss of purpose, Grief, Relationship issues, managing change and family problems. Often we can be lost in our thinking and we can swing, like a pendulum, between worries of the past and anxieties of the future, never really pausing to be present now. This is normal, we all have these times. However sometimes, some of us get stuck in these places and need some guidance to bring us into balance and offer us support,at difficult times in our lives.
My work deals universally with the reduction of suffering, your suffering. Specifically this may include Depression, Anxiety, Low Mood, Loss of purpose, Grief, Relationship issues, managing change and family problems. Often we can be lost in our thinking and we can swing, like a pendulum, between worries of the past and anxieties of the future, never really pausing to be present now. This is normal, we all have these times. However sometimes, some of us get stuck in these places and need some guidance to bring us into balance and offer us support,at difficult times in our lives.
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Frances Read
Counsellor, MSc, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Heavitree, Exeter EX1  (Online Only)
Have you experienced narcissistic abuse, coercive control or domestic violence? Maybe you are trying to recover from a narcissistic parent or abusive relationship, but are struggling with symptoms like anxiety, constant overthinking, self-analysing, and low self esteem? Or perhaps you are in a toxic relationship, trying to understand what's going on and find the strength to leave. Narcissistic and other forms of abuse can leave you feeling like a shell of your former self. Would you like to find someone who can help you understand and process the trauma you have experienced, to help you heal and become the person you want to be?
Have you experienced narcissistic abuse, coercive control or domestic violence? Maybe you are trying to recover from a narcissistic parent or abusive relationship, but are struggling with symptoms like anxiety, constant overthinking, self-analysing, and low self esteem? Or perhaps you are in a toxic relationship, trying to understand what's going on and find the strength to leave. Narcissistic and other forms of abuse can leave you feeling like a shell of your former self. Would you like to find someone who can help you understand and process the trauma you have experienced, to help you heal and become the person you want to be?
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Devon McGahey
Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Heavitree, Exeter EX1
Are you looking for therapy that works? A therapist that genuinely ‘gets it’ and is engaging, practical, and solution-focused? Welcome! I’m so glad you found me. We’ll work together to understand why you do the things that you do, and come up with practical ways to get you feeling like the best version of yourself again. I'm an American-trained therapist who wants to help you implement changes that are most important to you and live the life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. With a focus on modern techniques, I am dedicated to helping you find a balance and overcome anxiety, stress, depression, and relational issues.
Are you looking for therapy that works? A therapist that genuinely ‘gets it’ and is engaging, practical, and solution-focused? Welcome! I’m so glad you found me. We’ll work together to understand why you do the things that you do, and come up with practical ways to get you feeling like the best version of yourself again. I'm an American-trained therapist who wants to help you implement changes that are most important to you and live the life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. With a focus on modern techniques, I am dedicated to helping you find a balance and overcome anxiety, stress, depression, and relational issues.
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Basia Louise Worsley: Psychotherapy Humanistic Supervisor
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Heavitree, Exeter EX1
Hello, I'm Basia Louise. I'm an experienced Counsellor/Psychotherapist and Humanist/Clinical Supervisor and a member of BACP with a private practice in Newton Abbot. I believe one of the most important aspect in counselling, is first, in choosing the person you'll do your best work with and then in the building of that theraputic relationship of trust. I offer an open, caring, safe and non judgemental space where I help people get to the root of what is causing their problems and support them in discovering ways to change their lives for the better.
Hello, I'm Basia Louise. I'm an experienced Counsellor/Psychotherapist and Humanist/Clinical Supervisor and a member of BACP with a private practice in Newton Abbot. I believe one of the most important aspect in counselling, is first, in choosing the person you'll do your best work with and then in the building of that theraputic relationship of trust. I offer an open, caring, safe and non judgemental space where I help people get to the root of what is causing their problems and support them in discovering ways to change their lives for the better.
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Jonathan Polverino
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Heavitree, Exeter EX1
Everyone experiences difficulties at some point in their lives. It can be a lonely and often overwhelming time, and one of the hardest tasks is making the first step to reach out for help, well done for managing to come this far. Counselling can be incredibly helpful for anyone who is facing a range of personal challenges and emotional struggles. It can provide a safe and confidential space for individuals to openly express their thoughts, feelings, and concerns without judgment. This alone can be immensely therapeutic, as it allows you as an individual to gain clarity on your issues and explore potential solutions.
Everyone experiences difficulties at some point in their lives. It can be a lonely and often overwhelming time, and one of the hardest tasks is making the first step to reach out for help, well done for managing to come this far. Counselling can be incredibly helpful for anyone who is facing a range of personal challenges and emotional struggles. It can provide a safe and confidential space for individuals to openly express their thoughts, feelings, and concerns without judgment. This alone can be immensely therapeutic, as it allows you as an individual to gain clarity on your issues and explore potential solutions.
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Claire Eva Shepherd
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Heavitree, Exeter EX1  (Online Only)
Thank you for taking an interest in my details. No therapy can be guaranteed to work for all people all the time, but I will do my utmost to support and empower you to gain some semblance of peace, balance, and quite joyfulness that each of us deserves in our lives, but that are a struggle to reach when everyday life causes problems and pain that lead to poor health. Should you choose to contact me I will reply to you as soon as is humanly possible, if your need for help is urgent please mark URGENT in the subject line.
Thank you for taking an interest in my details. No therapy can be guaranteed to work for all people all the time, but I will do my utmost to support and empower you to gain some semblance of peace, balance, and quite joyfulness that each of us deserves in our lives, but that are a struggle to reach when everyday life causes problems and pain that lead to poor health. Should you choose to contact me I will reply to you as soon as is humanly possible, if your need for help is urgent please mark URGENT in the subject line.
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Agnieszka (Agnes) Zalewska, Psychoanalysis
Psychotherapist, MA, BPC
Verified Verified
Heavitree, Exeter EX1
I am accredited psychoanalytic psychotherapist, training psychoanalytic psychotherapist approved by the leading providers of training in psychodynamic and psychoanalytic psychotherapy, and a supervisor. I offer a non-judgmental space to talk and think, for how long it is needed, with the minimum frequency of 1-3 sessions per week.
I am accredited psychoanalytic psychotherapist, training psychoanalytic psychotherapist approved by the leading providers of training in psychodynamic and psychoanalytic psychotherapy, and a supervisor. I offer a non-judgmental space to talk and think, for how long it is needed, with the minimum frequency of 1-3 sessions per week.
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Hayley Allen
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Heavitree, Exeter EX1
Hi, I'm Hayley, I specialise in working with bereavement (including complex grief and traumatic loss) and I have a passion and experience in supporting individuals with eating disorders and disordered eating. I can also help you feel empowered and supported as you navigate your journey with issues such as body image, bullying, emotional regulation, family difficulties, friendship issues, lack of confidence, loneliness, low self-esteem, military family issues, OCD, self-harm, suicide, and trauma. Counselling can be brief or extended based on your personal needs.
Hi, I'm Hayley, I specialise in working with bereavement (including complex grief and traumatic loss) and I have a passion and experience in supporting individuals with eating disorders and disordered eating. I can also help you feel empowered and supported as you navigate your journey with issues such as body image, bullying, emotional regulation, family difficulties, friendship issues, lack of confidence, loneliness, low self-esteem, military family issues, OCD, self-harm, suicide, and trauma. Counselling can be brief or extended based on your personal needs.
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Dr Anthony Wharton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Heavitree, Exeter EX1
I provide a range of evidence based psychotherapies to alleviate psychological distress in Devon, my main approach being Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP). Intensive Short term Dynamic Psychotherapy is a highly effective form of psychodynamic psychotherapy designed to help you get to the heart of the matter quickly, and resolve issues fast. The approach is emotion focussed; a relational therapy that can address a wide range of ongoing problems or symptoms. ISTDP is particularly useful in attending to internal conflicts that can arise from interpersonal relationships.
I provide a range of evidence based psychotherapies to alleviate psychological distress in Devon, my main approach being Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP). Intensive Short term Dynamic Psychotherapy is a highly effective form of psychodynamic psychotherapy designed to help you get to the heart of the matter quickly, and resolve issues fast. The approach is emotion focussed; a relational therapy that can address a wide range of ongoing problems or symptoms. ISTDP is particularly useful in attending to internal conflicts that can arise from interpersonal relationships.
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Pippa Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Heavitree, Exeter EX1
My name is Pippa. I'm a compassionate integrative therapist, working with adults aged 18+. You may have a specific issue you want to work through in therapy such as persistent anxiety, relationship challenges, low self esteem or navigating a life change such as divorce. Or perhaps you have a persistent sense of something being wrong and feel that talking confidentially to a therapist may help. Whatever your reason, reaching out is the first step to changing patterns of behaviour that may be holding you back, with knowledge and tools to gain a sense of purpose, self compassion and start to feel more in control of your life.
My name is Pippa. I'm a compassionate integrative therapist, working with adults aged 18+. You may have a specific issue you want to work through in therapy such as persistent anxiety, relationship challenges, low self esteem or navigating a life change such as divorce. Or perhaps you have a persistent sense of something being wrong and feel that talking confidentially to a therapist may help. Whatever your reason, reaching out is the first step to changing patterns of behaviour that may be holding you back, with knowledge and tools to gain a sense of purpose, self compassion and start to feel more in control of your life.
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Antonella Depetro
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Heavitree, Exeter EX1
Welcome. My name is Antonella and I'm an experienced and dedicated counsellor working with both adults and young people. I support people who are going through all kinds of struggles and challenges. Clients I have worked with have told me that for the first time they were able to talk and express their feelings and thoughts about themselves and life as they felt safe and comfortable. I offer a safe and confidential space where you are free to explore yourself and your concerns, and discover your inner resources at your own pace. I will genuinely listen, be with you and accept you for who you are without judgement.
Welcome. My name is Antonella and I'm an experienced and dedicated counsellor working with both adults and young people. I support people who are going through all kinds of struggles and challenges. Clients I have worked with have told me that for the first time they were able to talk and express their feelings and thoughts about themselves and life as they felt safe and comfortable. I offer a safe and confidential space where you are free to explore yourself and your concerns, and discover your inner resources at your own pace. I will genuinely listen, be with you and accept you for who you are without judgement.
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Oliver Jenkin
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Heavitree, Exeter EX1
I have experience of supporting individuals with a range of different issues, including anxiety, low mood, work-related stress and living with long-term illness amongst others. I work with adults of all ages and in all stages of life. While I use a blend of different approaches, the core of my work is to treat everything you bring to counselling as valid and important, to support you to see your situation more clearly and make positive changes to your situation.
I have experience of supporting individuals with a range of different issues, including anxiety, low mood, work-related stress and living with long-term illness amongst others. I work with adults of all ages and in all stages of life. While I use a blend of different approaches, the core of my work is to treat everything you bring to counselling as valid and important, to support you to see your situation more clearly and make positive changes to your situation.
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Michael Stephen Bennett
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Heavitree, Exeter EX1  (Online Only)
Available weekday evening's between 6pm and 11pm. Each person's journey through life is a unique experience, and when times are difficult it can often feel overwhelming and lonely, like no one understands. Things before that were easy to do are now becoming increasingly tough, or at times even impossible. There are many reasons that lead people to seek out therapy, you have already overcome the first hurdle to recovery, and that is seeking some support.
Available weekday evening's between 6pm and 11pm. Each person's journey through life is a unique experience, and when times are difficult it can often feel overwhelming and lonely, like no one understands. Things before that were easy to do are now becoming increasingly tough, or at times even impossible. There are many reasons that lead people to seek out therapy, you have already overcome the first hurdle to recovery, and that is seeking some support.
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Jess Hoar
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Heavitree, Exeter EX1  (Online Only)
Sex can sometimes feel like a taboo topic, making it feel pretty uncomfortable to talk about. In particular, it might feel overwhelming or scary to be vulnerable and share our difficulties surrounding sex. However, the sexual self is unique to each person and evolves through the lifespan. This means that is normal to experience changes, challenges and difficulties connected to intimacy at some point in your life. I aim to provide a supportive environment for you to explore your relationship with sex and find ways to move through feelings of stuckness.
Sex can sometimes feel like a taboo topic, making it feel pretty uncomfortable to talk about. In particular, it might feel overwhelming or scary to be vulnerable and share our difficulties surrounding sex. However, the sexual self is unique to each person and evolves through the lifespan. This means that is normal to experience changes, challenges and difficulties connected to intimacy at some point in your life. I aim to provide a supportive environment for you to explore your relationship with sex and find ways to move through feelings of stuckness.
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Carrie Cox
Psychotherapist, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Heavitree, Exeter EX1
I offer both short-term and longer/open-ended psychotherapy in central Exeter. I also have a couple of spaces for intensive (3 x weekly) therapy as part of my doctoral training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy.
I offer both short-term and longer/open-ended psychotherapy in central Exeter. I also have a couple of spaces for intensive (3 x weekly) therapy as part of my doctoral training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy.
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Louise Styles
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Heavitree, Exeter EX1
Clients come to me when they are experiencing distress in their relationships, with their sex lives or within themselves. Whether they are seeking help in processing a string of messy break-ups, exploring alternative relationship such as polyamory or intimacy styles such as kink and BDSM, dealing with cheating, shame, guilt or regret, or suffering from low self-esteem and feeling stuck. I listen, reflect, and support my clients with identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviour patterns. Nothing is taboo or too shocking to bring to me. Also experienced in delivering workshops and seminars to groups, media and educational settings.
Clients come to me when they are experiencing distress in their relationships, with their sex lives or within themselves. Whether they are seeking help in processing a string of messy break-ups, exploring alternative relationship such as polyamory or intimacy styles such as kink and BDSM, dealing with cheating, shame, guilt or regret, or suffering from low self-esteem and feeling stuck. I listen, reflect, and support my clients with identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviour patterns. Nothing is taboo or too shocking to bring to me. Also experienced in delivering workshops and seminars to groups, media and educational settings.
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Katrin Benninghoff White
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Heavitree, Exeter EX1
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, or stress? Do you find it difficult managing relationships with family, friends, or romantic partners? Are you dealing with trauma, grief, or loss? Are you facing major life transitions, such as career changes, relocation, or divorce? Do you need help with coping with addiction or substance abuse? I can help you improve mental health and emotional well-being by building stronger coping mechanisms and stress management skills, alongside buidling up your internal and external resources and support network.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, or stress? Do you find it difficult managing relationships with family, friends, or romantic partners? Are you dealing with trauma, grief, or loss? Are you facing major life transitions, such as career changes, relocation, or divorce? Do you need help with coping with addiction or substance abuse? I can help you improve mental health and emotional well-being by building stronger coping mechanisms and stress management skills, alongside buidling up your internal and external resources and support network.
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Ian Scott
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Heavitree, Exeter EX1
I have worked in the NHS for over 20 years and I realise that therapy can be a new and unusual approach for people. I often work with folk who are finding things hard, and need a neutral form of support. I can offer direct support, teaching and practice in cognitive and behavioural techniques, or relaxation and mindfulness ideas to help. The goals that a person wants to work towards might be crystal clear to them, or they might refine these as we work together.
I have worked in the NHS for over 20 years and I realise that therapy can be a new and unusual approach for people. I often work with folk who are finding things hard, and need a neutral form of support. I can offer direct support, teaching and practice in cognitive and behavioural techniques, or relaxation and mindfulness ideas to help. The goals that a person wants to work towards might be crystal clear to them, or they might refine these as we work together.
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Number of Counsellors in Heavitree, Exeter

100+

Average cost per session

£55

Counsellors in Heavitree, Exeter who prioritize treating:

89% Depression
89% Anxiety
85% Self Esteem
82% Relationship Issues
82% Stress
71% Bereavement
65% Trauma and PTSD

Average years in practice

7 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

57% AXA PPP
52% WPA
43% Aviva

How Counsellors in Heavitree, Exeter see their clients

78% In Person and Online
22% Online Only

Gender breakdown

78% Female
22% Male