Sleep or Insomnia Counselling in Exeter

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Emma Mitchell
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
Feeling overwhelmed, can't sleep, head full of worries, struggling to cope, snappy with your loved ones?
We'll develop a structured plan to address your specific difficulties and start trying out the different techniques that should help but they don't always work immediately so (using my vast experience) we will tweak things or try something else. And you will take your first steps towards feeling better and getting your life back on an even keel.
Feeling overwhelmed, can't sleep, head full of worries, struggling to cope, snappy with your loved ones?
We'll develop a structured plan to address your specific difficulties and start trying out the different techniques that should help but they don't always work immediately so (using my vast experience) we will tweak things or try something else. And you will take your first steps towards feeling better and getting your life back on an even keel.
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George Long
Counsellor, MBACP
Exeter EX1
Are you feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Struggling to get through the day? Or perhaps something just isn't feeling right. I've been there, and I want to help you get through it. I know how hard it can be to reach out. Whether you're struggling with possible or diagnosed ADHD or ND, trauma, anxiety, low self-esteem or relationship issues (romantic, familial or friendly), I want to help. I provide a safe and supportive environment where you can bring whatever you need to our sessions. I aim to facilitate an exploration of your experiences and emotions so you can step closer to who you truly are.
Are you feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Struggling to get through the day? Or perhaps something just isn't feeling right. I've been there, and I want to help you get through it. I know how hard it can be to reach out. Whether you're struggling with possible or diagnosed ADHD or ND, trauma, anxiety, low self-esteem or relationship issues (romantic, familial or friendly), I want to help. I provide a safe and supportive environment where you can bring whatever you need to our sessions. I aim to facilitate an exploration of your experiences and emotions so you can step closer to who you truly are.
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Photo of Charlotte Pearson - Charlotte Pearson Psychotherapy and (AF) EMDR , Counsellor, MBACP Accred
I am a trauma informed therapist, using integrative therapy which is personalised to you using blended approaches, including (Attachment Focussed) EMDR, CBT and Mindfulness. 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 am warm and will always treat you as an individual, we can co-create adaptive and useful resourcing to support you to cope with struggles. I have NHS experience as a therapist, supporting many clients. Feel free to reach out and I will always respond.
I am a trauma informed therapist, using integrative therapy which is personalised to you using blended approaches, including (Attachment Focussed) EMDR, CBT and Mindfulness. 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 am warm and will always treat you as an individual, we can co-create adaptive and useful resourcing to support you to cope with struggles. I have NHS experience as a therapist, supporting many clients. Feel free to reach out and I will always respond.
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Dr Ailsa Lee
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Exeter EX4
I am a warm and compassionate Chartered Clinical Psychologist registered with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC). I have worked in mental health services within the NHS for over 10 years. I am based in Exeter and offer support to adults with anxiety and mood difficulties using a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) approach. I can meet with you face to face at my practice rooms in central Exeter or online via video call. My main approach is Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and I incorporate ideas from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) and Narrative Therapy where these may be helpful.
I am a warm and compassionate Chartered Clinical Psychologist registered with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC). I have worked in mental health services within the NHS for over 10 years. I am based in Exeter and offer support to adults with anxiety and mood difficulties using a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) approach. I can meet with you face to face at my practice rooms in central Exeter or online via video call. My main approach is Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and I incorporate ideas from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) and Narrative Therapy where these may be helpful.
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Tash Thomas-Still
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Exeter EX4
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.
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.
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Judy Gibbons
Counsellor, MBACP
Exeter EX3
I am an experienced Integrative counsellor and Level 3 Internal Family Systems therapist, working with adults across a wide range of life's challenges in the Exeter area and on-line. I hope to encourage self-acceptance as a good enough person, quietening the inner critic & bringing self-compassion to the relationship you have with your parts & transforming your relationship with others. Together, we can explore the feelings, thoughts & relational patterns that have been causing you distress. I can support you to gain a deeper understanding of the effects of past experiences & how these may impact your struggles in the present.
I am an experienced Integrative counsellor and Level 3 Internal Family Systems therapist, working with adults across a wide range of life's challenges in the Exeter area and on-line. I hope to encourage self-acceptance as a good enough person, quietening the inner critic & bringing self-compassion to the relationship you have with your parts & transforming your relationship with others. Together, we can explore the feelings, thoughts & relational patterns that have been causing you distress. I can support you to gain a deeper understanding of the effects of past experiences & how these may impact your struggles in the present.
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Laura Turley
Counsellor, MBACP
Exeter EX1
I am a fully insured and BACP-registered Integrative Therapist, Couples Counsellor and Supervisor, as well as a member of the Westcountry Association of Counsellors (WAC). I have been in professional practice for 11 years, and work with 18+ individuals and couples using a variety of different counselling models and methodologies. Although I would broadly describe myself as a 'Person-Centred Therapist', my methods are entirely client-led and not dictated by any personal preference in terms of therapeutic model.
I am a fully insured and BACP-registered Integrative Therapist, Couples Counsellor and Supervisor, as well as a member of the Westcountry Association of Counsellors (WAC). I have been in professional practice for 11 years, and work with 18+ individuals and couples using a variety of different counselling models and methodologies. Although I would broadly describe myself as a 'Person-Centred Therapist', my methods are entirely client-led and not dictated by any personal preference in terms of therapeutic model.
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Photo of Renee Norris - Renee Norris Counselling, 1-2-1, Couples & 13+, Counsellor, MBACP
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.
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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Photo of Sarah Lane - Sarah Lane MBACP Counselling & Mindfulness, Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
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 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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Mind Body Recovery
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Exeter EX5
I have many years of experience supporting and guiding individuals to overcome struggles in their lives, whether it be coping with bereavement to living with chronic illness, insomnia, low self esteem, burnout, relationship issues, anxieties, depression and so forth.
Therapy can be challenging at times but this is often what leads to insight and transformation. As a qualified Clinical Psychologist, I draw on a range of effective and recommended therapies to help you achieve your goals; working alongside you to discover shared understanding and a way forward in order to help you create change in your life.
I have many years of experience supporting and guiding individuals to overcome struggles in their lives, whether it be coping with bereavement to living with chronic illness, insomnia, low self esteem, burnout, relationship issues, anxieties, depression and so forth.
Therapy can be challenging at times but this is often what leads to insight and transformation. As a qualified Clinical Psychologist, I draw on a range of effective and recommended therapies to help you achieve your goals; working alongside you to discover shared understanding and a way forward in order to help you create change in your life.
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Kim Rutherford
Psychotherapist, PsychD, PNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
Exeter EX4
You may be feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in patterns you don’t fully understand. On the surface you might be coping, but underneath life feels heavy, confusing, or “too much.” You may be struggling with stress, anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, ADHD-related challenges, or navigating a life transition. You’re not looking for quick fixes, you want clarity, understanding, and a way to make sense of what’s happening so you can feel steadier, more balanced, and more in control of your life with sustainable long term change.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in patterns you don’t fully understand. On the surface you might be coping, but underneath life feels heavy, confusing, or “too much.” You may be struggling with stress, anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, ADHD-related challenges, or navigating a life transition. You’re not looking for quick fixes, you want clarity, understanding, and a way to make sense of what’s happening so you can feel steadier, more balanced, and more in control of your life with sustainable long term change.
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Jo Daley
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Exeter EX1
Through exploring how your life may be impacted by anxiety, depression, fear, anger, overthinking or burnout, we’ll work together developing lasting supportive ways to overcome challenging times. I specialise in relationship issues, family conflict, domestic abuse, childhood trauma, childhood sexual abuse, adult sexual abuse, discrimination and prejudice. I tailor your support to enable the exploration, understanding and release of deep-rooted emotions and patterns. I'm experienced supporting people living with PTSD, CPTSD, anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
Through exploring how your life may be impacted by anxiety, depression, fear, anger, overthinking or burnout, we’ll work together developing lasting supportive ways to overcome challenging times. I specialise in relationship issues, family conflict, domestic abuse, childhood trauma, childhood sexual abuse, adult sexual abuse, discrimination and prejudice. I tailor your support to enable the exploration, understanding and release of deep-rooted emotions and patterns. I'm experienced supporting people living with PTSD, CPTSD, anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
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Roberta Hutchins
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Exeter EX1
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.
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Catherine Roguski
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Exeter EX3
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.
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Photo of Shem Lopez - Progressive Psychotherapy- EMDR Psychotherapist , Psychotherapist
As an integrative psychotherapist, I utilise several therapeutic approaches, utilising their interventions to support you in achieving your goals. I meet each client as the unique individual you are. My focus is on finding the most beneficial way for you to achieve your outcomes. I'm here to help you get results not just to listen. I offer a safe, comfortable and protective environment in which we can explore concerns to do with your future, past or present that are affecting you. Therapy is about making sense of your internal world and relationships, nurturing a greater awareness of Self so you can form more meaningful connections.
As an integrative psychotherapist, I utilise several therapeutic approaches, utilising their interventions to support you in achieving your goals. I meet each client as the unique individual you are. My focus is on finding the most beneficial way for you to achieve your outcomes. I'm here to help you get results not just to listen. I offer a safe, comfortable and protective environment in which we can explore concerns to do with your future, past or present that are affecting you. Therapy is about making sense of your internal world and relationships, nurturing a greater awareness of Self so you can form more meaningful connections.
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Jade Howe
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Exeter EX1
Psychotherapy and counselling is a bit like building an extension on our home. Our home is ourselves. Wherever we go in the world, we take ourselves with us. We are our vehicle to life. Would you like to navigate life in a home that is built the way you have chosen, that is solid and stable and where there are no limits to its growth? The good news about building your extension is that you don’t have to do it alone. I will be steadfastly alongside you, as you explore yourself and your reasons for arriving into therapy. Through working with me, it is possible to live your life with more ease, comfort and choice.
Psychotherapy and counselling is a bit like building an extension on our home. Our home is ourselves. Wherever we go in the world, we take ourselves with us. We are our vehicle to life. Would you like to navigate life in a home that is built the way you have chosen, that is solid and stable and where there are no limits to its growth? The good news about building your extension is that you don’t have to do it alone. I will be steadfastly alongside you, as you explore yourself and your reasons for arriving into therapy. Through working with me, it is possible to live your life with more ease, comfort and choice.
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Charlotte Mizen
Psychotherapist, MSc, BPC
Exeter EX4
We all experience difficult and painful times in life which sometimes feel too hard or overwhelming to manage alone. I have trained and worked as a counsellor and latterly as a psychotherapist with over ten years of clinical experience in private practice, a local therapeutic institution, and as an honorary psychotherapist in the NHS. Depression, anxiety, stress, loss and separation are some of the more difficult issues we come up against in life which can seriously impact the way we live our lives. My approach is psychoanalytically oriented with a focus on increasing self understanding and deepening insight into emotional issues
We all experience difficult and painful times in life which sometimes feel too hard or overwhelming to manage alone. I have trained and worked as a counsellor and latterly as a psychotherapist with over ten years of clinical experience in private practice, a local therapeutic institution, and as an honorary psychotherapist in the NHS. Depression, anxiety, stress, loss and separation are some of the more difficult issues we come up against in life which can seriously impact the way we live our lives. My approach is psychoanalytically oriented with a focus on increasing self understanding and deepening insight into emotional issues
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Lara Tucker Counselling and Supervision
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Exeter EX1
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, anxious or perhaps have low self esteem, self doubt and confidence issues which are affecting your day to day life, relationships or work. It doesn't matter who we are, what age, positions or roles we have, we all struggle for a variety of reasons during our lives. Therapy enables us to be fully heard and understood, safely and without judgement. To explore and get to the heart of why we feel the way we do, to heal the wounds or struggles we carry around with us and to establish helpful tools and techniques to enable us to change unhelpful and often debilitating patterns we are stuck in.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, anxious or perhaps have low self esteem, self doubt and confidence issues which are affecting your day to day life, relationships or work. It doesn't matter who we are, what age, positions or roles we have, we all struggle for a variety of reasons during our lives. Therapy enables us to be fully heard and understood, safely and without judgement. To explore and get to the heart of why we feel the way we do, to heal the wounds or struggles we carry around with us and to establish helpful tools and techniques to enable us to change unhelpful and often debilitating patterns we are stuck in.
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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. My role is to help you gain understanding and find solutions so that you can once again cope with stress, enjoy home and work relationships, and feel a renewed sense of yourself and purpose in life. I am a qualified psychotherapist practicing face to face in Exeter/Crediton (and online when needed). I offer a tiered 'Equalising' fee structure which invites those on higher incomes to pay more in order to give reduced rates to those on lower income. Standard fee £65 concessions £40/50 Equalising fee £80
I specialise in assisting adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression and anger related to family, social situations or work. My role is to help you gain understanding and find solutions so that you can once again cope with stress, enjoy home and work relationships, and feel a renewed sense of yourself and purpose in life. I am a qualified psychotherapist practicing face to face in Exeter/Crediton (and online when needed). I offer a tiered 'Equalising' fee structure which invites those on higher incomes to pay more in order to give reduced rates to those on lower income. Standard fee £65 concessions £40/50 Equalising fee £80
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Fiona Gill
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Exeter EX1
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years experience working in the NHS. I specialise in providing psychological therapy and support to people who are neurodivergent or have an intellectual disability. I have extensive experience supporting people adjusting to a new autism diagnosis, managing feelings of burnout, anxiety, low mood, trauma or loneliness. My aim is to empower people to achieve an improved sense of wellbeing and develop strategies that equip them to achieve their goals in life. Where relevant I also work with families and carers to support them to understand the needs of the person they support.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years experience working in the NHS. I specialise in providing psychological therapy and support to people who are neurodivergent or have an intellectual disability. I have extensive experience supporting people adjusting to a new autism diagnosis, managing feelings of burnout, anxiety, low mood, trauma or loneliness. My aim is to empower people to achieve an improved sense of wellbeing and develop strategies that equip them to achieve their goals in life. Where relevant I also work with families and carers to support them to understand the needs of the person they support.
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Sleep or Insomnia Counsellors
How effective is treatment for insomnia?
The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.

Are there specific medications for sleep problems?
There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.

Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?
There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.

What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?
Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.