Trauma and PTSD Counselling in Exeter

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Phoebe L Davey
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
Exeter EX1
Therapy is a journey, it can provide a safe space to explore any issues that you may be experiencing and help you to make sense of your world.
Therapy is a journey, it can provide a safe space to explore any issues that you may be experiencing and help you to make sense of your world.
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Sharon Teresa Cresswell
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Exeter EX1
Hi Welcome. As a fully qualified and accredited Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor (NCPS), I am dedicated to supporting clients through their life’s challenges. I offer a holistic approach to help you navigate difficult circumstances and find a way forward. Together, we'll work towards realistic goals that foster healing and growth. I offer tailored therapy to suit you.
 Approaches are Person-centred, CBT, gestalt, and mindfulness. I adapt our sessions to your unique needs. Whether Face-Face, video call phone. We can incorporate creative methods for a holistic healing experience, in a safe & supportive environment.
Hi Welcome. As a fully qualified and accredited Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor (NCPS), I am dedicated to supporting clients through their life’s challenges. I offer a holistic approach to help you navigate difficult circumstances and find a way forward. Together, we'll work towards realistic goals that foster healing and growth. I offer tailored therapy to suit you.
 Approaches are Person-centred, CBT, gestalt, and mindfulness. I adapt our sessions to your unique needs. Whether Face-Face, video call phone. We can incorporate creative methods for a holistic healing experience, in a safe & supportive environment.
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Charlotte Feeny
Counsellor, MBACP
Exeter EX1
We can all feel overwhelmed at times: it might be the breakdown of a relationship, lack of meaning in our life, daily struggles or those horrible feelings of anxiety that just won’t go away. We might be feeling unhappy but we’re not sure why, we might feel life isn’t going the way we want it to whilst everyone else seems to be doing ok. Talking openly and feeling truly heard can be life changing: we can say all those things that keep going round in our heads, the issues that keep coming back time and again, and work towards understanding what’s going on, make changes and find some peace. Isn't that what we all want and deserve?
We can all feel overwhelmed at times: it might be the breakdown of a relationship, lack of meaning in our life, daily struggles or those horrible feelings of anxiety that just won’t go away. We might be feeling unhappy but we’re not sure why, we might feel life isn’t going the way we want it to whilst everyone else seems to be doing ok. Talking openly and feeling truly heard can be life changing: we can say all those things that keep going round in our heads, the issues that keep coming back time and again, and work towards understanding what’s going on, make changes and find some peace. Isn't that what we all want and deserve?
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My name is Debbie and I am a registered therapist with BACP and NCPS. I offer counselling face to face, online or via a telephone service. I work with person/s over the age of eight years old. I can help you with stress, anxiety/depression, anger, bereavement, relationships, abuse and couple's therapy. I understand you want to see a therapist as soon as you make that decision to do so. I will validate your feelings and i will acknowledge how distressing you are experiencing your life right now. I want to help you and I aim to see you within 7 working days. My goal is to get you to where you want to be.
My name is Debbie and I am a registered therapist with BACP and NCPS. I offer counselling face to face, online or via a telephone service. I work with person/s over the age of eight years old. I can help you with stress, anxiety/depression, anger, bereavement, relationships, abuse and couple's therapy. I understand you want to see a therapist as soon as you make that decision to do so. I will validate your feelings and i will acknowledge how distressing you are experiencing your life right now. I want to help you and I aim to see you within 7 working days. My goal is to get you to where you want to be.
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Hamilton Fairfax
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Exeter EX4
I am a highly experienced Consultant Counselling Psychologist who has spent 25 years working in NHS Mental Health services. I work with adults of working age and older adults and experienced in a range of mental health presentations including complex trauma, OCD, depression, anxiety, complex emotional needs, abusive life experiences and existential crisis. I have researched and published in many of these areas. In addition I also have significant experience in leadership and organisational change and undertaken further training in Leadership and Management.
I am a highly experienced Consultant Counselling Psychologist who has spent 25 years working in NHS Mental Health services. I work with adults of working age and older adults and experienced in a range of mental health presentations including complex trauma, OCD, depression, anxiety, complex emotional needs, abusive life experiences and existential crisis. I have researched and published in many of these areas. In addition I also have significant experience in leadership and organisational change and undertaken further training in Leadership and Management.
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Tonia Aitken
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Exeter EX1
Hello, I’m Tonia, a relational psychotherapist trained in Transactional Analysis(TA). The decision to go to therapy is never an easy one. Approaching someone you don’t know to share intimate details about painful subjects can feel daunting. However, please be reassured, I am an experienced, warm, and empathic practitioner who is open minded and non-judgmental. I offer a safe and totally confidential space for us to work closely together to help you understand yourself and your relationships better, and to explore what may be going on behind the difficult emotions, thoughts and behaviours troubling you.
Hello, I’m Tonia, a relational psychotherapist trained in Transactional Analysis(TA). The decision to go to therapy is never an easy one. Approaching someone you don’t know to share intimate details about painful subjects can feel daunting. However, please be reassured, I am an experienced, warm, and empathic practitioner who is open minded and non-judgmental. I offer a safe and totally confidential space for us to work closely together to help you understand yourself and your relationships better, and to explore what may be going on behind the difficult emotions, thoughts and behaviours troubling you.
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Karen Hedges
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Exeter EX4
Hello, I'm Karen. If you are looking for ways to make positive changes and move forward with your life, I can help you. I'm experienced in working alongside a range of people, and have a particular interest in helping people who may have ADHD (attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder) or be on the autistic spectrum. If you feel that your emotions, thoughts and behaviours are not serving you well, then I will help you to understand them so that you can identify what needs to change. Using approaches to suit you, I'll support you to overcome your difficulties.
Hello, I'm Karen. If you are looking for ways to make positive changes and move forward with your life, I can help you. I'm experienced in working alongside a range of people, and have a particular interest in helping people who may have ADHD (attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder) or be on the autistic spectrum. If you feel that your emotions, thoughts and behaviours are not serving you well, then I will help you to understand them so that you can identify what needs to change. Using approaches to suit you, I'll support you to overcome your difficulties.
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Abigail Hardiman
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Exeter EX4
We don't get wounded alone and we don't heal alone." Carl Jung. Are wounds from the past affecting how you are functioning in the present and your thoughts of the future? Our early experiences can create patterns of trust and distrust which affect how we are in our relationships with others and ourselves, as well as how we respond to trauma and stress throughout our lives on many different levels. However, whilst we may be shaped by the past I believe that we do not need to be trapped by it.
We don't get wounded alone and we don't heal alone." Carl Jung. Are wounds from the past affecting how you are functioning in the present and your thoughts of the future? Our early experiences can create patterns of trust and distrust which affect how we are in our relationships with others and ourselves, as well as how we respond to trauma and stress throughout our lives on many different levels. However, whilst we may be shaped by the past I believe that we do not need to be trapped by it.
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Dr Jennifer Richards
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Exeter EX4
I am currently accepting a small number of new clients for EMDR cases as part of ongoing training. These would be heavily discounted sessions. I work with people who want to explore and make sense of their difficulties or who want to make changes in their life. I work with clients of all ages and can focus on a range of difficulties. Together we will build an understanding of your experiences and help you navigate moving forward with your life. I hold particular expertise in eating disorders, body image issues, low self esteem, clinical perfectionism, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal or relational issues.
I am currently accepting a small number of new clients for EMDR cases as part of ongoing training. These would be heavily discounted sessions. I work with people who want to explore and make sense of their difficulties or who want to make changes in their life. I work with clients of all ages and can focus on a range of difficulties. Together we will build an understanding of your experiences and help you navigate moving forward with your life. I hold particular expertise in eating disorders, body image issues, low self esteem, clinical perfectionism, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal or relational issues.
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Jennifer Kim
Counsellor, MBACP
Exeter EX1
If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low in confidence or just stuck and you don't know how to move forward, you're not alone. Maybe you're wondering if therapy is right for you? As a compassionate and intuitive therapist, I provide a space where you can unravel your thoughts, process your emotions, and rediscover your inner strength.  Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, low self esteem, relationship challenges or major life transitions, I tailor my approach to you. Together we we'll explore what's holding you back and work towards meaningful change, one honest conversation at a time.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low in confidence or just stuck and you don't know how to move forward, you're not alone. Maybe you're wondering if therapy is right for you? As a compassionate and intuitive therapist, I provide a space where you can unravel your thoughts, process your emotions, and rediscover your inner strength.  Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, low self esteem, relationship challenges or major life transitions, I tailor my approach to you. Together we we'll explore what's holding you back and work towards meaningful change, one honest conversation at a time.
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Naomi Brookes Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Exeter EX1
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.
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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Loraine (Lori) Donohue
Counsellor, BACP
Online Only
Are you stuck? Do you want to understand yourself better, and live the best life you can? I believe we all have this potential but sometimes we need some guidance and support. I will listen with empathy, and challenge you at times. All with compassion and non-judgment. Take the first step, you will not regret it.
Are you stuck? Do you want to understand yourself better, and live the best life you can? I believe we all have this potential but sometimes we need some guidance and support. I will listen with empathy, and challenge you at times. All with compassion and non-judgment. Take the first step, you will not regret it.
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Pamela Phillips
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Exeter EX1
I work with adults offering counselling for all manner of issues that may be causing distress, confusion, grief or a feeling of being stuck. The counselling relationship is one where we start to feel safe enough to begin to be able to notice and explore our situation from different perspectives. This can be a relief, and transformative in so many ways.
I work with adults offering counselling for all manner of issues that may be causing distress, confusion, grief or a feeling of being stuck. The counselling relationship is one where we start to feel safe enough to begin to be able to notice and explore our situation from different perspectives. This can be a relief, and transformative in so many ways.
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Paula Dishman
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Exeter EX1
I am a very experienced and fully qualified psychotherapist, counsellor and supervisor based in both central Exeter and Broadclyst. I am accredited by the UKCP and hold an Msc in TA psychotherapy. With many years experience, I provide a confidential, and impartial space where you can talk about difficult thoughts or emotional issues. I specialise in working with my clients to improve their quality of life and relationships. My role in offering both counselling and psychotherapy is to help you make sense of what you are experiencing, develop the skills to know and accept yourself and to make changes that are right for you.
I am a very experienced and fully qualified psychotherapist, counsellor and supervisor based in both central Exeter and Broadclyst. I am accredited by the UKCP and hold an Msc in TA psychotherapy. With many years experience, I provide a confidential, and impartial space where you can talk about difficult thoughts or emotional issues. I specialise in working with my clients to improve their quality of life and relationships. My role in offering both counselling and psychotherapy is to help you make sense of what you are experiencing, develop the skills to know and accept yourself and to make changes that are right for you.
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Emily Foster
Counsellor, MBACP
Exeter EX2
Hi, I'm Emily. I'm a Integrative counsellor and FE educator of Counselling theory and skills. Perhaps you're navigating trauma, identity, emotional challenges, or patterns that no longer serve you. I work with adults who are looking for a space to feel fully seen, heard and accepted whilst they navigate healing, personal growth, and self-awareness. Therapy with me is a collaborative process, moving at your pace in a space that honors your unique way of being.
Hi, I'm Emily. I'm a Integrative counsellor and FE educator of Counselling theory and skills. Perhaps you're navigating trauma, identity, emotional challenges, or patterns that no longer serve you. I work with adults who are looking for a space to feel fully seen, heard and accepted whilst they navigate healing, personal growth, and self-awareness. Therapy with me is a collaborative process, moving at your pace in a space that honors your unique way of being.
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James Yates
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Exeter EX4
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 .
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Dr Claire Treleaven - Perinatal Psychologist
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 12 years experience in the NHS, supporting individuals at some of the most difficult times in their lives. I specialise in supporting women, birthing people and couples, for whom difficult or traumatic experiences of pregnancy, birth, fertility, becoming a parent, and baby loss are common. This is an extremely vulnerable period in a woman’s life, with so much uncertainty and change to navigate. For many, having a safe space to be able to explore and make sense of their experiences, and often their own experience of being parented, enables them to make changes and move toward their goals.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 12 years experience in the NHS, supporting individuals at some of the most difficult times in their lives. I specialise in supporting women, birthing people and couples, for whom difficult or traumatic experiences of pregnancy, birth, fertility, becoming a parent, and baby loss are common. This is an extremely vulnerable period in a woman’s life, with so much uncertainty and change to navigate. For many, having a safe space to be able to explore and make sense of their experiences, and often their own experience of being parented, enables them to make changes and move toward their goals.
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Catherine Roguski
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
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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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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Jenny Liggins
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Online Only
All of us need to find resilience at times of stress, or just to deal with day to day issues that may cause us anxiety and impact on the quality of our lives. Life events such as bereavement or change affect us in different ways with no simple, right solutions. I offer a way to share and resolve issues within a non-judgemental therapeutic relationship.
All of us need to find resilience at times of stress, or just to deal with day to day issues that may cause us anxiety and impact on the quality of our lives. Life events such as bereavement or change affect us in different ways with no simple, right solutions. I offer a way to share and resolve issues within a non-judgemental therapeutic relationship.
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