Sexual Abuse Counselling in Exeter
One of my specialisms is in trauma work, supporting survivors of childhood sexual abuse, sexual violence and rape using trauma models, cross cutting and inclusive of gender related issues.
I am a counsellor working with clients compassionately, supportively, empathetically, and professionally. I firmly believe that above all else, a quality alliance is the foundation for all therapeutic work. I warmly welcome you and will hold a safe, non-judgemental space for you to be curious, and to explore those areas which are important to you. I trained and practise as, a person-centred, integrative counsellor utilising various modalities to support individual clients' needs. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional which means I work in a trauma informed way.
One of my specialisms is in trauma work, supporting survivors of childhood sexual abuse, sexual violence and rape using trauma models, cross cutting and inclusive of gender related issues.
I am a counsellor working with clients compassionately, supportively, empathetically, and professionally. I firmly believe that above all else, a quality alliance is the foundation for all therapeutic work. I warmly welcome you and will hold a safe, non-judgemental space for you to be curious, and to explore those areas which are important to you. I trained and practise as, a person-centred, integrative counsellor utilising various modalities to support individual clients' needs. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional which means I work in a trauma informed way.
I work ONLINE and Face-to-Face in Topsham. I have over 40 years experience working effectively in private practice as an integrative holistic healthcare practitioner and previously as a nurse in both the NHS and private healthcare specialising in women’s health. My psychotherapeutic counselling practice draws upon several humanistic, psychodynamic and solution focused approaches incorporating the very best techniques including creative ways of working to best fit your needs. I have a lot of life experience both personally and professionally. I am a good listener. I am not easily shocked.
I work ONLINE and Face-to-Face in Topsham. I have over 40 years experience working effectively in private practice as an integrative holistic healthcare practitioner and previously as a nurse in both the NHS and private healthcare specialising in women’s health. My psychotherapeutic counselling practice draws upon several humanistic, psychodynamic and solution focused approaches incorporating the very best techniques including creative ways of working to best fit your needs. I have a lot of life experience both personally and professionally. I am a good listener. I am not easily shocked.
I support people affected by trauma, PTSD, sexual abuse, and anxiety.
You may feel weighed down by trauma, grief, anxiety, or the impact of painful experiences that feel too heavy to carry alone. Perhaps you’re a survivor of abuse or violence, living with chronic illness, or struggling with relationships and self-worth. You may long for relief, understanding, and a supportive space where every part of you is accepted. Maybe you want to make sense of your story, process difficult memories, or discover new ways of coping. Together, we can explore your experiences, honour your strengths, and move toward clarity, resilience, renewed hope, and meaningful new possibilities for the future.
I support people affected by trauma, PTSD, sexual abuse, and anxiety.
You may feel weighed down by trauma, grief, anxiety, or the impact of painful experiences that feel too heavy to carry alone. Perhaps you’re a survivor of abuse or violence, living with chronic illness, or struggling with relationships and self-worth. You may long for relief, understanding, and a supportive space where every part of you is accepted. Maybe you want to make sense of your story, process difficult memories, or discover new ways of coping. Together, we can explore your experiences, honour your strengths, and move toward clarity, resilience, renewed hope, and meaningful new possibilities for the future.
Hi and Welcome, I’m a BACP registered counsellor offering short and long-term therapy to adults aged 18 years plus, either in-person or online. I work with people who are struggling with overwhelming feelings - often anxiety, panic, and low mood - and as a result they are finding life hard. Perhaps you are also feeling stuck in a rut, unable to move forward, and without much calm, peace, joy or meaning in life?
I offer you empathy, compassion, and understanding, which can help you to feel that someone really 'gets you' as well as compassionate challenge to help you explore your patterns, thoughts, and behaviours.
Hi and Welcome, I’m a BACP registered counsellor offering short and long-term therapy to adults aged 18 years plus, either in-person or online. I work with people who are struggling with overwhelming feelings - often anxiety, panic, and low mood - and as a result they are finding life hard. Perhaps you are also feeling stuck in a rut, unable to move forward, and without much calm, peace, joy or meaning in life?
I offer you empathy, compassion, and understanding, which can help you to feel that someone really 'gets you' as well as compassionate challenge to help you explore your patterns, thoughts, and behaviours.
Are you looking for an experienced, Accredited therapist who will listen to you and meet you with a compassionate, down to earth approach?
I extend a warm invitation to a trusting, therapeutic relationship, one where I will challenge you to look at yourself and your way of being, either as an individual or as a couple who needs help communicating.
Whatever it is that has brought you to this point, whether you are struggling with anxiety, grief, depression or relationships, together we can start to help you process this past experience and work on building your self awareness to help you make the right changes.
Are you looking for an experienced, Accredited therapist who will listen to you and meet you with a compassionate, down to earth approach?
I extend a warm invitation to a trusting, therapeutic relationship, one where I will challenge you to look at yourself and your way of being, either as an individual or as a couple who needs help communicating.
Whatever it is that has brought you to this point, whether you are struggling with anxiety, grief, depression or relationships, together we can start to help you process this past experience and work on building your self awareness to help you make the right changes.
Often my clients have lived through adversity, sexual abuse, domestic abuse, neglect, or other forms of relational trauma.
I offer a straightforward, grounded space to understand how your patterns developed and the impact they are having now. My work is shaped by extensive experience with trauma, including sexual and domestic abuse. Together, we make sense of what’s going on and explore changes that feel realistic and sustainable.
Often my clients have lived through adversity, sexual abuse, domestic abuse, neglect, or other forms of relational trauma.
I offer a straightforward, grounded space to understand how your patterns developed and the impact they are having now. My work is shaped by extensive experience with trauma, including sexual and domestic abuse. Together, we make sense of what’s going on and explore changes that feel realistic and sustainable.
My specialism is in working with PTSD particularly with birth & Sexual abuse and assault.
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.
My specialism is in working with PTSD particularly with birth & Sexual abuse and assault.
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.
Warm, humorous, and down-to-earth, I offer a welcoming space and support for individuals and couples of all genders to explore anxiety and depression, relationships, loss and bereavement, sexual, childhood or institutional abuse, sexuality or complex PTSD.
You may be feeling low, grieving, or stuck in patterns such as people pleasing, self-blame or emotional disconnection. Whether that's from yourself or others, I can support you to understand your relationships or sexuality more deeply.
Warm, humorous, and down-to-earth, I offer a welcoming space and support for individuals and couples of all genders to explore anxiety and depression, relationships, loss and bereavement, sexual, childhood or institutional abuse, sexuality or complex PTSD.
You may be feeling low, grieving, or stuck in patterns such as people pleasing, self-blame or emotional disconnection. Whether that's from yourself or others, I can support you to understand your relationships or sexuality more deeply.
I hold a BACP recognised Level 5 Diploma in Person-Centred therapy, along with additional certification in trauma-informed therapy relating to adults who have experienced childhood sexual abuse
You might be feeling a little lost, or noticing that life feels heavier than it once did. Anxiety, low mood, or past experiences may still linger — or there may simply be a sense that something isn’t quite right. However it shows up for you, you don’t have to face it alone.
When confidence feels fragile, reaching out can be hard. Finding the words isn’t always easy. Therapy can offer a calm, gentle space to pause — where there’s no pressure to explain or have anything figured out.
If you’re unsure about therapy or taking a first step, that’s okay. When you’re ready, you’ll be met with warmth, care, and understanding.
I hold a BACP recognised Level 5 Diploma in Person-Centred therapy, along with additional certification in trauma-informed therapy relating to adults who have experienced childhood sexual abuse
You might be feeling a little lost, or noticing that life feels heavier than it once did. Anxiety, low mood, or past experiences may still linger — or there may simply be a sense that something isn’t quite right. However it shows up for you, you don’t have to face it alone.
When confidence feels fragile, reaching out can be hard. Finding the words isn’t always easy. Therapy can offer a calm, gentle space to pause — where there’s no pressure to explain or have anything figured out.
If you’re unsure about therapy or taking a first step, that’s okay. When you’re ready, you’ll be met with warmth, care, and understanding.
I am an experienced registered counsellor. I offer a warm, calm, confidential and non judgmental space for clients to explore thoughts and feelings. I work with a range of issues with both males, females and couples. I also work at The Safe Foundation as Clinical Lead. I specialise with clients, both male and female who have been through domestic abuse and Trauma.
I am an experienced registered counsellor. I offer a warm, calm, confidential and non judgmental space for clients to explore thoughts and feelings. I work with a range of issues with both males, females and couples. I also work at The Safe Foundation as Clinical Lead. I specialise with clients, both male and female who have been through domestic abuse and Trauma.
Hello. My name is Lou. If you are feeling vulnerable or are in need of some help; maybe things are no longer in your control, than please get in touch. Not being able to trust or understand your own thoughts and feelings, yet finding yourself stuck in them, can be very overwhelming and I would like to support and help you find some peace and calm, so you can re-connect to yourself and your world around you again without so much pain, fear or sadness. I am available by Telephone or Online (Zoom, Teams etc). Email me for further details or visit my website.
Hello. My name is Lou. If you are feeling vulnerable or are in need of some help; maybe things are no longer in your control, than please get in touch. Not being able to trust or understand your own thoughts and feelings, yet finding yourself stuck in them, can be very overwhelming and I would like to support and help you find some peace and calm, so you can re-connect to yourself and your world around you again without so much pain, fear or sadness. I am available by Telephone or Online (Zoom, Teams etc). Email me for further details or visit my website.
Roberta is a Human Givens psychotherapist who works with people feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, low mood, stress, or the impact of trauma. Many clients come to her wanting clarity, relief, and a way to feel like themselves again. With over 20 years’ experience in integrated holistic healthcare, she offers a grounded, compassionate approach that helps clients understand what’s driving their distress, meet essential emotional needs, and regain a sense of balance, control, and wellbeing.
Roberta is a Human Givens psychotherapist who works with people feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, low mood, stress, or the impact of trauma. Many clients come to her wanting clarity, relief, and a way to feel like themselves again. With over 20 years’ experience in integrated holistic healthcare, she offers a grounded, compassionate approach that helps clients understand what’s driving their distress, meet essential emotional needs, and regain a sense of balance, control, and wellbeing.
I specialise in relationship therapy, life transitions and exploration of the self. I work with clients from the ages of eighteen +. I have in-depth experience of working with individuals and couples/partnerships at my practice. This includes, the LGBTQIA+ community, neurodivergent folks, teenagers, family members, friendships and couples/partnerships.
I specialise in relationship therapy, life transitions and exploration of the self. I work with clients from the ages of eighteen +. I have in-depth experience of working with individuals and couples/partnerships at my practice. This includes, the LGBTQIA+ community, neurodivergent folks, teenagers, family members, friendships and couples/partnerships.
I work with adults experiencing a range of difficulties, who want to understand patterns behind their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, and develop strategies to manage challenges effectively.
My clients value working with someone knowledgeable, approachable, and trustworthy. I aim to create a safe space to work with you to explore the challenges you are facing as we work towards your goals.
I work with adults experiencing a range of difficulties, who want to understand patterns behind their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, and develop strategies to manage challenges effectively.
My clients value working with someone knowledgeable, approachable, and trustworthy. I aim to create a safe space to work with you to explore the challenges you are facing as we work towards your goals.
Feel stuck? Like you’re going through the motions but something’s off?
Maybe you’ve hit a wall in your relationship. Maybe you keep falling into the same cycles—numbing out, losing your temper, pulling away when things get tough. Or maybe you’ve built a life that looks good on paper but still feel like something’s missing.
Most people don’t talk about this stuff. Instead, they grind through it alone, pushing down what they really feel, hoping it’ll sort itself out.
But here’s the truth: what you ignore doesn’t disappear—it just controls you from the background.
I work with people who are ready to break out of patterns that aren’t .
Feel stuck? Like you’re going through the motions but something’s off?
Maybe you’ve hit a wall in your relationship. Maybe you keep falling into the same cycles—numbing out, losing your temper, pulling away when things get tough. Or maybe you’ve built a life that looks good on paper but still feel like something’s missing.
Most people don’t talk about this stuff. Instead, they grind through it alone, pushing down what they really feel, hoping it’ll sort itself out.
But here’s the truth: what you ignore doesn’t disappear—it just controls you from the background.
I work with people who are ready to break out of patterns that aren’t .
Dr Claire Parker - Perinatal Clinical
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Exeter EX1
I am a clinical psychologist with a special interest in the perinatal period, offering safe, empowering, and compassionate therapeutic spaces for all.
With over 10 years of clinical experience in the NHS, I have developed expertise in working with trauma and perinatal mental health. While the perinatal period is a particular focus, I also work with individuals and couples across a range of emotional and relational difficulties.
I am a clinical psychologist with a special interest in the perinatal period, offering safe, empowering, and compassionate therapeutic spaces for all.
With over 10 years of clinical experience in the NHS, I have developed expertise in working with trauma and perinatal mental health. While the perinatal period is a particular focus, I also work with individuals and couples across a range of emotional and relational difficulties.
Counselling can be life changing because having space to talk about how you feel is never a waste of time - but feeling anxious, depressed or unhappy is! Maybe you want to talk to someone but feel unable to share with family or friends? Perhaps you are neurodiverse or suspect you might be and would like to know how to manage your symptoms? Or maybe you just want to make sense of the feelings you are experiencing. You talk, I listen and together we find a new way of being.
Counselling can be life changing because having space to talk about how you feel is never a waste of time - but feeling anxious, depressed or unhappy is! Maybe you want to talk to someone but feel unable to share with family or friends? Perhaps you are neurodiverse or suspect you might be and would like to know how to manage your symptoms? Or maybe you just want to make sense of the feelings you are experiencing. You talk, I listen and together we find a new way of being.
Through my lived experience & training (ADHD, trauma, loss, menopause & attachment issues), I understand how difficult it is to reach out. I use a relational approach - helping to meet your individual & couple needs. I will work alongside you, helping you to navigate your way through life's challenges. Perhaps you just want to talk in a safe environment or need support to make changes? I work holistically with adults, teens & couples in a caring and non-judgmental way, covering a range of issues which can significantly impact on our relationships with ourselves and others.
Through my lived experience & training (ADHD, trauma, loss, menopause & attachment issues), I understand how difficult it is to reach out. I use a relational approach - helping to meet your individual & couple needs. I will work alongside you, helping you to navigate your way through life's challenges. Perhaps you just want to talk in a safe environment or need support to make changes? I work holistically with adults, teens & couples in a caring and non-judgmental way, covering a range of issues which can significantly impact on our relationships with ourselves and others.
I offer one-to one Psychodynamic and Psychoanalytically informed Psychotherapy. 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. Sessions are booked for the same time every week, for up to three sessions a week. They provide the space to talk about and reflect upon your emotional and relationship difficulties. These are thought about as they relate to your present circumstances but in this type of therapy, they are also considered in relation to your life history.
I offer one-to one Psychodynamic and Psychoanalytically informed Psychotherapy. 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. Sessions are booked for the same time every week, for up to three sessions a week. They provide the space to talk about and reflect upon your emotional and relationship difficulties. These are thought about as they relate to your present circumstances but in this type of therapy, they are also considered in relation to your life history.
I'm a relational integrative therapist meaning, the relationship is the therapy. It also means I use different types of therapy to meet your needs because, you are unique. Integrative therapy helps you become a more integrated whole person, better able to experience the entire range of your behaviour, emotions and thoughts as well as improving your relationship with yourself and others. Neuroplasticity continues throughout the lifespan which means that change and improvement in the way we feel is always possible and therapy is the best way to achieve this.
I'm a relational integrative therapist meaning, the relationship is the therapy. It also means I use different types of therapy to meet your needs because, you are unique. Integrative therapy helps you become a more integrated whole person, better able to experience the entire range of your behaviour, emotions and thoughts as well as improving your relationship with yourself and others. Neuroplasticity continues throughout the lifespan which means that change and improvement in the way we feel is always possible and therapy is the best way to achieve this.
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Sexual Abuse Counsellors
How do therapists treat sexual abuse?
A good therapist will be nonjudgmental and possibly demonstrate active listening, repeating back what the client says to show that they have understood. These skills allow people to feel comfortable discussing their traumatic experiences openly. Some important treatment goals are to restore a sense of safety and to rebuild confidence. In addition to working one-on-one with the patient, a therapist might bring in supportive family members to assist the client.
Do you have to talk extensively about sexual abuse in therapy?
Survivors frequently find it difficult to describe what happened to them out loud. They can even still be in a state of denial if the sexual abuse occurred recently. It is important for survivors to acknowledge that what happened isn’t their fault and to challenge and reappraise any unhealthy feelings or thoughts as they arise. Art therapy and play therapy are useful non-verbal means of communication for some survivors.
How long does treatment for sexual abuse take?
Recovery from sexual abuse can be a long and difficult process. Some survivors are able to move on naturally on their own, given time, while others require the guidance of a trained therapist. Therapy needs vary and can range from a few sessions to months or even years. Healing from sexual abuse takes time, and everyone’s journey will look a little different.
Can trauma symptoms caused by sexual abuse come back after treatment?
As occurs in many cases of trauma, survivors of sexual abuse may experience PTSD-like symptoms long after the abuse has ceased or after an initial round of treatment has occurred. In such a case, there is evidence that prolonged exposure therapy is a useful treatment for survivors, and may be more efficacious than supportive counseling alone. While triggers may continue to cause distress, the idea is that, with time and repeated exposure, their power will fade, allowing survivors to move on with their lives.