Depression Counselling in Exeter

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Harry Toogood
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Exeter EX1
I work with issues affecting Mental Health and Wellbeing including • Anxiety • Depression • Stress • Low Mood • Bereavement • Trauma • Relationship Issues • Shame • Identity • Existential Concerns • Boarding School Syndrome.
Working holistically, I consider your physical, emotional, social and spiritual wellbeing. Sharing my observations of how I experience you, through building a collaborative and trusting relationship together, we can help you become more self-aware, more understanding and more accepting of yourself so that you can feel healthier, happier and connected.
I work with issues affecting Mental Health and Wellbeing including • Anxiety • Depression • Stress • Low Mood • Bereavement • Trauma • Relationship Issues • Shame • Identity • Existential Concerns • Boarding School Syndrome.
Working holistically, I consider your physical, emotional, social and spiritual wellbeing. Sharing my observations of how I experience you, through building a collaborative and trusting relationship together, we can help you become more self-aware, more understanding and more accepting of yourself so that you can feel healthier, happier and connected.
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Kevin Dudman
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Exeter EX1
Waitlist for new clients
I can also help you with depression, anxiety, worry, low self -esteem, OCD, phobias, body and self esteem issues, chronic pain, porn and Internet addiction.
EMDR is a therapy for PTSD aimed at symptom resolution and acceptance of what has happened. CBT offers effective treatment for a wide range of emotional health challenges. Both approaches have been recommended by the National Institute of Clinical Excellence. CBT is delivered in a one hour session, whilst EMDR is normally a longer 1 1/2 hour session.
I can also help you with depression, anxiety, worry, low self -esteem, OCD, phobias, body and self esteem issues, chronic pain, porn and Internet addiction.
EMDR is a therapy for PTSD aimed at symptom resolution and acceptance of what has happened. CBT offers effective treatment for a wide range of emotional health challenges. Both approaches have been recommended by the National Institute of Clinical Excellence. CBT is delivered in a one hour session, whilst EMDR is normally a longer 1 1/2 hour session.
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Naomi Brookes Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Exeter EX1
I work with a variety of topics from bereavement, depression, anxiety, life transitions and everyday concerns.
Hi I'm Naomi and I know life can sometimes throw curveballs, and we might feel stuck, anxious, or down. I’m here to help you navigate these tough times. I offer individual talk therapy and will walk alongside you, shining a light on the shadows and help you process your emotions. Together, we’ll explore what it means to you and find your purpose again. I’m non-judgmental and curious, wanting to get to know the real you with compassion and dignity. I want to help you find your way again and accept yourself for who you truly are. My goal is to assist you in living your most fulfilling life. We'll talk or use more creative approaches.
I work with a variety of topics from bereavement, depression, anxiety, life transitions and everyday concerns.
Hi I'm Naomi and I know life can sometimes throw curveballs, and we might feel stuck, anxious, or down. I’m here to help you navigate these tough times. I offer individual talk therapy and will walk alongside you, shining a light on the shadows and help you process your emotions. Together, we’ll explore what it means to you and find your purpose again. I’m non-judgmental and curious, wanting to get to know the real you with compassion and dignity. I want to help you find your way again and accept yourself for who you truly are. My goal is to assist you in living your most fulfilling life. We'll talk or use more creative approaches.
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Sally Thornton
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Exeter EX1
When we are struggling in life, concerned for our mental health, feeling anxious, depressed, stuck, confused, or alone, we all deserve a place to talk with someone who we know will not judge or shame us. I offer you a place to be yourself and the space to say what you need to say. I believe there’s no such thing as a perfect life—only the lives we have and what we make of them. I'll support you with whatever's on your mind and together we can explore what the life you truly want looks like. I have specialist experience of supporting individuals living with chronic health conditions, disabilities and life-limiting diagnoses.
When we are struggling in life, concerned for our mental health, feeling anxious, depressed, stuck, confused, or alone, we all deserve a place to talk with someone who we know will not judge or shame us. I offer you a place to be yourself and the space to say what you need to say. I believe there’s no such thing as a perfect life—only the lives we have and what we make of them. I'll support you with whatever's on your mind and together we can explore what the life you truly want looks like. I have specialist experience of supporting individuals living with chronic health conditions, disabilities and life-limiting diagnoses.
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Jane Blackburn
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Exeter EX4
I have experience supporting people facing all sorts of challenges in their lives including: anxiety, stress, depression, panic attacks, difficulties expressing themselves, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties, to name but a few.
I am a trained and qualified counsellor, whose practice is based around Person Centred Therapy, although I will draw on other therapies where appropriate. I offer a safe, supportive and confidential space where you can explore what is going on in your life and how you might move forward. My counselling room is based in central Exeter, but I also work online.
I have experience supporting people facing all sorts of challenges in their lives including: anxiety, stress, depression, panic attacks, difficulties expressing themselves, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties, to name but a few.
I am a trained and qualified counsellor, whose practice is based around Person Centred Therapy, although I will draw on other therapies where appropriate. I offer a safe, supportive and confidential space where you can explore what is going on in your life and how you might move forward. My counselling room is based in central Exeter, but I also work online.
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James Vincent Cullen
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Exeter EX1
Maybe you want to stop feeling depressed or anxious, overcome trauma, gain confidence, and grow.
My approach is to build authentic, trust-based, relationships with my clients, so that they feel safe, accepted, supported and appreciated for exactly who they are right now. In this relational setting clients are able to engage in their own therapeutic work, figure out (with some support) what they need to understand, and process traumas and stuck emotions.
Maybe you want to stop feeling depressed or anxious, overcome trauma, gain confidence, and grow.
My approach is to build authentic, trust-based, relationships with my clients, so that they feel safe, accepted, supported and appreciated for exactly who they are right now. In this relational setting clients are able to engage in their own therapeutic work, figure out (with some support) what they need to understand, and process traumas and stuck emotions.
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Talk With TJ
Counsellor, MBACP
Exeter EX2
I can help with - depression, low mood, anxiety, loss and much more.
Ever considered having a biker as your counsellor? My aim is to recreate the supportive environment one would get around a campfire with the added calmness of a cruise in the countryside. Lets take a journey together. I am down to earth and human. Sometimes throttle therapy doesn't work and we need a little extra support.  I offer Online and Walk and Talk Sessions on the outskirts of Exeter. Where you have the opportunity to express and explore your emotions in the Scenic and calming surroundings of nature. Please note the Fee for Walk and Talk is set at £50 per session.
I can help with - depression, low mood, anxiety, loss and much more.
Ever considered having a biker as your counsellor? My aim is to recreate the supportive environment one would get around a campfire with the added calmness of a cruise in the countryside. Lets take a journey together. I am down to earth and human. Sometimes throttle therapy doesn't work and we need a little extra support.  I offer Online and Walk and Talk Sessions on the outskirts of Exeter. Where you have the opportunity to express and explore your emotions in the Scenic and calming surroundings of nature. Please note the Fee for Walk and Talk is set at £50 per session.
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Kaye Stevenson
Counsellor, MBACP
Exeter EX4
Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, loneliness and isolation, relationship issues, sexuality / gender-identity challenges, trauma, or are feeling a bit stuck or overwhelmed, I’m here to listen without judgment and help you create a deeper awareness that opens the door to new possibilities and the changes you seek.
Hi, I’m Kaye, a calm, welcoming and inclusive counsellor. I provide a safe and confidential space to help you address what’s weighing on your mind. I offer professional and affordable counselling to explore how various situations and life experiences are affecting you. My goal is to empower you to make positive changes and connect with your inner strength. I am an integrative counsellor which means I use a range of methods to develop a tailored approach that suits your unique needs. Our time together can be talk-based or use more creative tools, we are always led by you and work at your pace in a context of compassion and care.
Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, loneliness and isolation, relationship issues, sexuality / gender-identity challenges, trauma, or are feeling a bit stuck or overwhelmed, I’m here to listen without judgment and help you create a deeper awareness that opens the door to new possibilities and the changes you seek.
Hi, I’m Kaye, a calm, welcoming and inclusive counsellor. I provide a safe and confidential space to help you address what’s weighing on your mind. I offer professional and affordable counselling to explore how various situations and life experiences are affecting you. My goal is to empower you to make positive changes and connect with your inner strength. I am an integrative counsellor which means I use a range of methods to develop a tailored approach that suits your unique needs. Our time together can be talk-based or use more creative tools, we are always led by you and work at your pace in a context of compassion and care.
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Jennifer Kim
Counsellor, MBACP
Exeter EX1
  Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, low self esteem, relationship challenges or major life transitions, I tailor my approach to you.
My approach is grounded in empathy and collaboration. Together, we explore your experiences and work through obstacles at your pace, with a focus on providing you with practical tools for coping, growth, and healing. Whether you're seeking clarity on life’s challenges or looking to make meaningful changes, I am here to support you on that journey.
  Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, low self esteem, relationship challenges or major life transitions, I tailor my approach to you.
My approach is grounded in empathy and collaboration. Together, we explore your experiences and work through obstacles at your pace, with a focus on providing you with practical tools for coping, growth, and healing. Whether you're seeking clarity on life’s challenges or looking to make meaningful changes, I am here to support you on that journey.
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I am trained and qualified in helping clients with a variety of problems from depression and anxiety to Personality Disorders.
Clients generally come to me when they are struggling with some aspect of their emotions, thoughts or behaviour. My aim is to help my client with accepting or changing some aspect of these three areas. Every client comes with unique issues and from my seat I view the issues as one, "a block in the road to wellness". I am keenly aware that all clients come with individual goals and I am here to help. Many of my clients use the phrase “I just want to feel better". This is my hope for everyone who engages with me in therapy. “TO FEEL BETTER” I offer confidentiality, openness and transparency at all times.
I am trained and qualified in helping clients with a variety of problems from depression and anxiety to Personality Disorders.
Clients generally come to me when they are struggling with some aspect of their emotions, thoughts or behaviour. My aim is to help my client with accepting or changing some aspect of these three areas. Every client comes with unique issues and from my seat I view the issues as one, "a block in the road to wellness". I am keenly aware that all clients come with individual goals and I am here to help. Many of my clients use the phrase “I just want to feel better". This is my hope for everyone who engages with me in therapy. “TO FEEL BETTER” I offer confidentiality, openness and transparency at all times.
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Jennifer Smith
Psychotherapist, PhD, BACP
1 Endorsed
Exeter EX4
Waitlist for new clients
This is a well established and evidence-based talking therapy that can effectively treat emotional problems as well as a wide range of mental health conditions including: anxiety, depression and eating disorders.
Our minds are complex and we all experience contrasting emotions that may feel overwhelming at times. You may be seeking help for a specific reason such as gaining greater understanding of your eating disorder, obsessional behaviour, substance misuse or debilitating phobia. Alternatively, you may suffer from entrenched feelings of depression or anxiety.
This is a well established and evidence-based talking therapy that can effectively treat emotional problems as well as a wide range of mental health conditions including: anxiety, depression and eating disorders.
Our minds are complex and we all experience contrasting emotions that may feel overwhelming at times. You may be seeking help for a specific reason such as gaining greater understanding of your eating disorder, obsessional behaviour, substance misuse or debilitating phobia. Alternatively, you may suffer from entrenched feelings of depression or anxiety.
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Nicola Grieveson
Counsellor, MBACP
Exeter EX4
I have experience with diagnosed mental health issues and everyday struggles with relationships, feeling sad, depressed, anxious and pre occupied with worries.
I qualified as a mental health nurse in 1984 adding the Dip in 2000 and have several certificates in therapies and supervision. Most recently the integrative counselling which enables me to draw on a variety of skills and experience to meet individual needs. I will help you feel comfortable to trust me & communicate your concerns in the therapy space.
I have experience with diagnosed mental health issues and everyday struggles with relationships, feeling sad, depressed, anxious and pre occupied with worries.
I qualified as a mental health nurse in 1984 adding the Dip in 2000 and have several certificates in therapies and supervision. Most recently the integrative counselling which enables me to draw on a variety of skills and experience to meet individual needs. I will help you feel comfortable to trust me & communicate your concerns in the therapy space.
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Matthew Hart
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Exeter EX1
Waitlist for new clients
I specialise in assisting adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression and anger related to family, social situations or work.
Anxiety, depression and anger are often linked to difficulties in relationships, and a feeling of being overwhelmed by a tangled web of emotions. My training and background allow me to help you untangle the strands of the web, steadily regaining a sense of your self as whole and well. I have been seeing clients from a wide variety of backgrounds since 2014
I specialise in assisting adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression and anger related to family, social situations or work.
Anxiety, depression and anger are often linked to difficulties in relationships, and a feeling of being overwhelmed by a tangled web of emotions. My training and background allow me to help you untangle the strands of the web, steadily regaining a sense of your self as whole and well. I have been seeing clients from a wide variety of backgrounds since 2014
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I primarily work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety and low self-esteem to help them live a full and meaningful life, alongside accepting and valuing themselves for who they are as a person.
I offer affordable integrative counselling, which helps with overcoming difficulties such as low mood, anxiety, poor self-esteem, bereavement and relationship issues. You may be lacking direction in your life at the moment, it may seem meaningless or you might feel low in confidence. Perhaps you are looking to find some clarity around what's important to you and to explore how you can bring more of this into your life? Or maybe you want to improve how you feel about yourself? Or perhaps you need a warm and compassionate space where you can fully feel your grief to be able to start to move forwards in life again?
I primarily work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety and low self-esteem to help them live a full and meaningful life, alongside accepting and valuing themselves for who they are as a person.
I offer affordable integrative counselling, which helps with overcoming difficulties such as low mood, anxiety, poor self-esteem, bereavement and relationship issues. You may be lacking direction in your life at the moment, it may seem meaningless or you might feel low in confidence. Perhaps you are looking to find some clarity around what's important to you and to explore how you can bring more of this into your life? Or maybe you want to improve how you feel about yourself? Or perhaps you need a warm and compassionate space where you can fully feel your grief to be able to start to move forwards in life again?
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Natasha Rae-Dean
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My therapeutic approach can help with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship challenges or simply a desire to better understand yourself.
Humanistic counselling is a warm, client-focused approach to therapy that puts you at the centre of the process. It’s built on the belief that everyone has the capacity for personal growth and self-discovery when given the right support. I offer a safe space to explore your goals and will empower and support you to achieve them.
My therapeutic approach can help with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship challenges or simply a desire to better understand yourself.
Humanistic counselling is a warm, client-focused approach to therapy that puts you at the centre of the process. It’s built on the belief that everyone has the capacity for personal growth and self-discovery when given the right support. I offer a safe space to explore your goals and will empower and support you to achieve them.
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James Pegg
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Exeter EX4
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, low mood or are feeling stressed or overwhelmed, call for a free initial session.
I would feel priviliged to work with you to explore and unpick any difficulties or life challenges you are facing. I offer a safe, accepting and confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. My counselling room is based in central Exeter but I also work online.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, low mood or are feeling stressed or overwhelmed, call for a free initial session.
I would feel priviliged to work with you to explore and unpick any difficulties or life challenges you are facing. I offer a safe, accepting and confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. My counselling room is based in central Exeter but I also work online.
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I work very well with anxiety and depression and always offer a safe space to explore using compassion as a foundation.
I work best with clients that are ready to make a commitment to change, and are ready to develop skills of self-reflection and compassion. Many of my clients have big questions about life and their place in it, as well as questions of who they are and what they want. Some clients don't really know what they want but know that something isn't quite right - that's ok too!
I work very well with anxiety and depression and always offer a safe space to explore using compassion as a foundation.
I work best with clients that are ready to make a commitment to change, and are ready to develop skills of self-reflection and compassion. Many of my clients have big questions about life and their place in it, as well as questions of who they are and what they want. Some clients don't really know what they want but know that something isn't quite right - that's ok too!
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Claire Annette Williams
Counsellor, MBACP
Exeter EX1
I work with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, self-harm, bereavement and loss, and trauma.
I welcome people from all walks of life: My experience includes working with people from a wide range of cultural backgrounds as well as Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. I always seek to tailor therapy to suit individual needs. I offer talking and creative therapies such as CBT, Inner Child work, Art therapy, Mindfulness, etc.
I work with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, self-harm, bereavement and loss, and trauma.
I welcome people from all walks of life: My experience includes working with people from a wide range of cultural backgrounds as well as Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. I always seek to tailor therapy to suit individual needs. I offer talking and creative therapies such as CBT, Inner Child work, Art therapy, Mindfulness, etc.
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Charlotte Bohan Psychotherapy and (AF) EMDR
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Exeter EX4
Waitlist for new clients
I am interested in supporting you with depression, anxiety disorders, phobias, addiction, attachment trauma and styles, childhood trauma and difficulties, and processing difficult emotions like anger and grief.
I offer relatable and confidential therapy, personalised to you, at your pace and focus. I trained in Integrative therapy to offer you choice in approach, by having tools to suit individuals, perhaps you want to look into the past, or are wanting to stay in the present and change thoughts and behaviours. I am adaptable and friendly, and prize trust.
I am interested in supporting you with depression, anxiety disorders, phobias, addiction, attachment trauma and styles, childhood trauma and difficulties, and processing difficult emotions like anger and grief.
I offer relatable and confidential therapy, personalised to you, at your pace and focus. I trained in Integrative therapy to offer you choice in approach, by having tools to suit individuals, perhaps you want to look into the past, or are wanting to stay in the present and change thoughts and behaviours. I am adaptable and friendly, and prize trust.
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Karen Jones
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Exeter EX1
I specialise in anxiety and depression.
Having the time and space within counselling to explore your thoughts and feelings in a safe and confidential environment is often the first step in making positive change in someone’s life. Our problems can sometimes feel too big or heavy to carry ourselves. Often it’s hard to pinpoint what’s actually wrong, but that low mood, and anxiety over powers us. Counselling will help you understand your behaviours and emotions that little bit better and give you insight into why you may be finding things difficult. With this understanding, it is often the catalyst for positive change leading to a more balanced and healthy future.
I specialise in anxiety and depression.
Having the time and space within counselling to explore your thoughts and feelings in a safe and confidential environment is often the first step in making positive change in someone’s life. Our problems can sometimes feel too big or heavy to carry ourselves. Often it’s hard to pinpoint what’s actually wrong, but that low mood, and anxiety over powers us. Counselling will help you understand your behaviours and emotions that little bit better and give you insight into why you may be finding things difficult. With this understanding, it is often the catalyst for positive change leading to a more balanced and healthy future.
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Depression Counsellors

What is the goal of therapy for depression?

Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.

What happens in therapy for depression?

Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.

What therapy types help with depression?

Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.

Can therapy for depression be done online?

Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.

How effective is therapy for depression?

Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.