Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Counselling in Honiton

Laura Lush
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Who knows what is going on inside your mind better than you? You are the expert on you and therapy with me helps you to connect the parts of you find unhelpful and move them from outside your awareness to your conscious mind. Once you become aware of them, we can work to enable you to challenge, nurture, adjust, modify and heal them allowing you opportunity to accomplish significant lasting change. Being an integrative counsellor, allows me to use different theories to give you insights, tools, growth and change within yourself.
Who knows what is going on inside your mind better than you? You are the expert on you and therapy with me helps you to connect the parts of you find unhelpful and move them from outside your awareness to your conscious mind. Once you become aware of them, we can work to enable you to challenge, nurture, adjust, modify and heal them allowing you opportunity to accomplish significant lasting change. Being an integrative counsellor, allows me to use different theories to give you insights, tools, growth and change within yourself.
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Tina Welch Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Honiton EX14
With over 25yrs experience as a counsellor/psychotherapist, I have been very privileged to witness many individuals, couples and families make lasting positive changes. I feel very passionate about my work & deeply commit to offering a sincere, caring, confidential & professional space, either online or in my practice rooms at Honiton & Exeter. I believe in working with diversity, each unique person with me is at the core of the work we do together. I aim to understand with true empathy, listen without judgement and to use my skills to help you find a way forward that is right for you, without fear of rejection, criticism or blame.
With over 25yrs experience as a counsellor/psychotherapist, I have been very privileged to witness many individuals, couples and families make lasting positive changes. I feel very passionate about my work & deeply commit to offering a sincere, caring, confidential & professional space, either online or in my practice rooms at Honiton & Exeter. I believe in working with diversity, each unique person with me is at the core of the work we do together. I aim to understand with true empathy, listen without judgement and to use my skills to help you find a way forward that is right for you, without fear of rejection, criticism or blame.
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Bernadette Kavanagh
Counsellor, BACP
Honiton EX14
I am an highly experienced therapist. I have worked with individuals, couples and facilitated group work. 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 a Trauma therapy centre as a Clinical Lead. I specialise in felt Trauma therapy.
I am an highly experienced therapist. I have worked with individuals, couples and facilitated group work. 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 a Trauma therapy centre as a Clinical Lead. I specialise in felt Trauma therapy.
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Amelia Jane Nelson
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the thoughts that are running through your head? Thoughts that are generating anxiety, worry, fear, sadness, shame or a general feeling of being 'stuck' feeling a bit helpless and not being able to find a way forward? Sometimes in life we come across challenges that are too big to manage and cope with by ourselves and we need a helping hand to work through problems, find some clarity and build our resilience so we can cope better when life throws us curve balls.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the thoughts that are running through your head? Thoughts that are generating anxiety, worry, fear, sadness, shame or a general feeling of being 'stuck' feeling a bit helpless and not being able to find a way forward? Sometimes in life we come across challenges that are too big to manage and cope with by ourselves and we need a helping hand to work through problems, find some clarity and build our resilience so we can cope better when life throws us curve balls.
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Dr Rachel Willcox
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist and I specialise in offering Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) I work in a way that is tailored uniquely for each client and integrate other evidenced-based approaches into my practice depending on your needs and working towards your goals together. These may include Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness. I consider myself to be kind, compassionate and gently challenging and aim to create an environment in which clients can move towards changing their lives for the better, learning new skills & gaining insight.
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist and I specialise in offering Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) I work in a way that is tailored uniquely for each client and integrate other evidenced-based approaches into my practice depending on your needs and working towards your goals together. These may include Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness. I consider myself to be kind, compassionate and gently challenging and aim to create an environment in which clients can move towards changing their lives for the better, learning new skills & gaining insight.
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Amy Mellin
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Sometimes life is hard. I recognise that we are all unique and your reasons for seeking therapy will be as individual as you. As an Integrative Counsellor I can help you to; implement changes, process trauma safely, increase self worth, manage symptoms of anxiety and/or depression, look at how past experiences and/or relationships may be impacting you in the present and much more, in ways that resonate with you. I believe that we are all unique and so should be our approach to therapy.
Sometimes life is hard. I recognise that we are all unique and your reasons for seeking therapy will be as individual as you. As an Integrative Counsellor I can help you to; implement changes, process trauma safely, increase self worth, manage symptoms of anxiety and/or depression, look at how past experiences and/or relationships may be impacting you in the present and much more, in ways that resonate with you. I believe that we are all unique and so should be our approach to therapy.
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Sarah Churchill
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I'm an integrative counsellor offering therapy indoors, online, and outdoors in nature. I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches to help you make sense of your experiences, connect with your inner resources, and find a way forward that feels authentic and meaningful. At the heart of my work is the therapeutic relationship — a safe space where you can feel seen, supported, and free to explore whatever is arising for you. I have a particular interest in the body-mind connection, bringing a holistic approach to everything we explore together. I offer a warm, collaborative presence, meeting you with openness, curiosity, and respect.
I'm an integrative counsellor offering therapy indoors, online, and outdoors in nature. I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches to help you make sense of your experiences, connect with your inner resources, and find a way forward that feels authentic and meaningful. At the heart of my work is the therapeutic relationship — a safe space where you can feel seen, supported, and free to explore whatever is arising for you. I have a particular interest in the body-mind connection, bringing a holistic approach to everything we explore together. I offer a warm, collaborative presence, meeting you with openness, curiosity, and respect.
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I offer psychodynamic/integrative psychotherapy. I also offer clinical supervision to trainee therapists and experienced therapists. I have a broad range of experience providing specialist psychotherapy to clients experiencing PTSD, depression, trauma, relationship issues, loss and anxiety. I believe that my clients are the experts in their own lives and have the capacity to fulfil their own potential given the conditions to thrive.
I offer psychodynamic/integrative psychotherapy. I also offer clinical supervision to trainee therapists and experienced therapists. I have a broad range of experience providing specialist psychotherapy to clients experiencing PTSD, depression, trauma, relationship issues, loss and anxiety. I believe that my clients are the experts in their own lives and have the capacity to fulfil their own potential given the conditions to thrive.
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Hayley Sycamore
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Exmouth EX8
There will be transitions in your life where you may feel anxious, stressed or overwhelmed. Have you experienced a loss or bereavement?. Maybe you are having difficulties within a relationship, a life change or event. This can make everyday life challenging and you may feel stuck, confused and unsure. Counselling is time and space for you to explore your personal experience and story to support awareness of your needs and how to find balance in your life to support your overall well being. This can help you with finding a way forward.
There will be transitions in your life where you may feel anxious, stressed or overwhelmed. Have you experienced a loss or bereavement?. Maybe you are having difficulties within a relationship, a life change or event. This can make everyday life challenging and you may feel stuck, confused and unsure. Counselling is time and space for you to explore your personal experience and story to support awareness of your needs and how to find balance in your life to support your overall well being. This can help you with finding a way forward.
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Dillian Maas
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Ilminster TA19
I have a wide range of experience of all that life can throw at us including perinatal mental health.
If you are feeling that you need help in your life for whatever reason, perhaps in your relationship, family dynamic, a work situation, with depression, anxiety or your mental health; for significant loss or past or present trauma; if life is just too challenging to cope with; if the way ahead feels uncertain; if you are without hope and feeling isolated or overwhelmed; or if you simply want to explore a problem or experience to help your general wellbeing and happiness, we can work together.
I have a wide range of experience of all that life can throw at us including perinatal mental health.
If you are feeling that you need help in your life for whatever reason, perhaps in your relationship, family dynamic, a work situation, with depression, anxiety or your mental health; for significant loss or past or present trauma; if life is just too challenging to cope with; if the way ahead feels uncertain; if you are without hope and feeling isolated or overwhelmed; or if you simply want to explore a problem or experience to help your general wellbeing and happiness, we can work together.
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Lau M Harp
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
1 Endorsed
Exeter EX1
Waitlist for new clients
Since qualifying in 2016 my experience primarily consists of supporting people with: eating disorders, perinatal loss and trauma and LGBT+ related issues (including gender dysphoria, internalised homophobia or transphobia, family rejection, and the process of transitioning).
My primary training is in Dramatherapy which is a creative form of Psychotherapy. This means that in addition to talking we may also explore the use of artwork, stories, creative writing, objects and so forth. In addition, I'm a qualified MANTRA (Maudsley Model of Anorexia Nervosa Treatment for Adults) and EMDR (a trauma focussed approach) practitioner.
Since qualifying in 2016 my experience primarily consists of supporting people with: eating disorders, perinatal loss and trauma and LGBT+ related issues (including gender dysphoria, internalised homophobia or transphobia, family rejection, and the process of transitioning).
My primary training is in Dramatherapy which is a creative form of Psychotherapy. This means that in addition to talking we may also explore the use of artwork, stories, creative writing, objects and so forth. In addition, I'm a qualified MANTRA (Maudsley Model of Anorexia Nervosa Treatment for Adults) and EMDR (a trauma focussed approach) practitioner.
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Dr Alexandra Priestner
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Online Only
As a Clinical Psychologist, I offer compassionate, evidence‑based support for adults and young people navigating emotional challenges across all life transitions, also inclusive of fertility, pregnancy, birth and early parenthood.
I offer tailored, trauma-focused therapy including EMDR, to support recovery from difficult experiences—whether related to birth, parenting, or other forms of trauma. I also work with anxiety, depression, OCD, bonding issues, and other emotional challenges, providing compassionate, evidence-based support.
As a Clinical Psychologist, I offer compassionate, evidence‑based support for adults and young people navigating emotional challenges across all life transitions, also inclusive of fertility, pregnancy, birth and early parenthood.
I offer tailored, trauma-focused therapy including EMDR, to support recovery from difficult experiences—whether related to birth, parenting, or other forms of trauma. I also work with anxiety, depression, OCD, bonding issues, and other emotional challenges, providing compassionate, evidence-based support.
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Lizzy McLeod
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Exeter EX4
I support those who are going through or have been through psychological difficulty following trauma, any bereavement including pregnancy or baby loss.
I offer a compassionate therapeutic space to help you gently connect and work through the current or historic difficulties. We will use evidence-based approaches to help guide this which may include Relational therapy, Eye-Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), Psychodynamic or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. We will choose the appropriate together.
I support those who are going through or have been through psychological difficulty following trauma, any bereavement including pregnancy or baby loss.
I offer a compassionate therapeutic space to help you gently connect and work through the current or historic difficulties. We will use evidence-based approaches to help guide this which may include Relational therapy, Eye-Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), Psychodynamic or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. We will choose the appropriate together.
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Dr Claire Parker - Perinatal Clinical Psychologist
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.
I draw from a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to your individual needs and goals. These include attachment-based interventions, Compassion Focused Therapy, systemic approaches, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Circle of Security. I offer both short- and longer-term work, depending on your needs.
I am a clinical psychologist with a special interest in the perinatal period, offering safe, empowering, and compassionate therapeutic spaces for all.
I draw from a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to your individual needs and goals. These include attachment-based interventions, Compassion Focused Therapy, systemic approaches, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Circle of Security. I offer both short- and longer-term work, depending on your needs.
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solutions counselling somerset
Counsellor, PsychD, PNCPS Acc.
Crewkerne TA18
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist who works with you as an individual, to meet your specific needs. I keep my client numbers low in order to really get to know you and work to meet your needs. I use counselling skills, CBT, and solution focused therapy to help you to raise your awareness and achieve the goals and outcomes you want and need. Together we can make a plan and set goals to get you to where you want to be, with new insights and understanding. We can work at your pace, in bite sized chunks. I use worksheets and articles for you to explore relevant topics between sessions, to keep that motivation flowing.
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist who works with you as an individual, to meet your specific needs. I keep my client numbers low in order to really get to know you and work to meet your needs. I use counselling skills, CBT, and solution focused therapy to help you to raise your awareness and achieve the goals and outcomes you want and need. Together we can make a plan and set goals to get you to where you want to be, with new insights and understanding. We can work at your pace, in bite sized chunks. I use worksheets and articles for you to explore relevant topics between sessions, to keep that motivation flowing.
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Anna Louise McGuire
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Chard TA20
Warmly welcoming new enquiries - I promise a response within 24 hours. Hello, I'm Anna, a registered counsellor and member of the BACP. My focus in therapy is to provide a lifelong set of tools that supports emotional balance, self-understanding and helps you separate safe and toxic relationships. In therapy, I encourage a more compassionate inner narrative, using my mantra "Recognise the Inner Critic and balance this with the Inner Therapist", this allows my clients to have more self-acceptance, resilience and a healthy communication style. If you're looking for a compassionate therapist, I’m here to help.
Warmly welcoming new enquiries - I promise a response within 24 hours. Hello, I'm Anna, a registered counsellor and member of the BACP. My focus in therapy is to provide a lifelong set of tools that supports emotional balance, self-understanding and helps you separate safe and toxic relationships. In therapy, I encourage a more compassionate inner narrative, using my mantra "Recognise the Inner Critic and balance this with the Inner Therapist", this allows my clients to have more self-acceptance, resilience and a healthy communication style. If you're looking for a compassionate therapist, I’m here to help.
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Diana Gunner
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
I offer online and face to face therapy, working with those affected by pregnancy, baby and child loss and infertility.
As a therapist working with baby loss and infertility - I know what it feels like. Perhaps you're feeling lost, no idea where to turn, feeling like you can't be your true self or are simply overwhelmed with grief. Working with me will enable you to express yourself fully. Nothing will be too much and together we can find a way forward to help you feel less lost and alone.
I offer online and face to face therapy, working with those affected by pregnancy, baby and child loss and infertility.
As a therapist working with baby loss and infertility - I know what it feels like. Perhaps you're feeling lost, no idea where to turn, feeling like you can't be your true self or are simply overwhelmed with grief. Working with me will enable you to express yourself fully. Nothing will be too much and together we can find a way forward to help you feel less lost and alone.
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Annie Ford
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Exeter EX5
It takes courage to reach out for counselling, especially when life feels stuck or overwhelming. You may be looking for clarity in relationships or direction through difficult times. I offer a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where you can explore the changes you want to make and rebuild resilience. I work with issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, bereavement, low self-esteem, bullying, and challenging health situations. As an experienced Counsellor and EMDR Therapist, I offer both short- and long-term therapy on Mondays and Fridays (9 am–7 pm) and Saturday mornings, available online or face to face.
It takes courage to reach out for counselling, especially when life feels stuck or overwhelming. You may be looking for clarity in relationships or direction through difficult times. I offer a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where you can explore the changes you want to make and rebuild resilience. I work with issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, bereavement, low self-esteem, bullying, and challenging health situations. As an experienced Counsellor and EMDR Therapist, I offer both short- and long-term therapy on Mondays and Fridays (9 am–7 pm) and Saturday mornings, available online or face to face.
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Rebecca Harp
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Exeter EX1
Since qualifying in 2016, I have specialised in supporting the LGBTQ+ community & women. Issues I have particular experience working with include anxiety, depression, stress & burnout, trauma, loss & bereavement, major life transitions, loss of identity, low self-esteem & low self-confidence, perfectionism, existential & spiritual exploration, expanded states of consciousness, relationship & family dynamics, navigating the menstrual cycle & coping with menstrual conditions, such as PMS & PMDD. I also have specialist experience of working with the LGBTQ+ community & issues such as gender dysphoria & internalised homophobia.
Since qualifying in 2016, I have specialised in supporting the LGBTQ+ community & women. Issues I have particular experience working with include anxiety, depression, stress & burnout, trauma, loss & bereavement, major life transitions, loss of identity, low self-esteem & low self-confidence, perfectionism, existential & spiritual exploration, expanded states of consciousness, relationship & family dynamics, navigating the menstrual cycle & coping with menstrual conditions, such as PMS & PMDD. I also have specialist experience of working with the LGBTQ+ community & issues such as gender dysphoria & internalised homophobia.
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Louise Ramirez
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Exeter EX2
It’s good to talk. Voicing your issues and what is going on for you can be the first step to understanding your struggles, worries, confusion or pain. Are you struggling with something? Is there something you would like to understand about yourself? Are you feeling stuck? Are you feeling alone?
It’s good to talk. Voicing your issues and what is going on for you can be the first step to understanding your struggles, worries, confusion or pain. Are you struggling with something? Is there something you would like to understand about yourself? Are you feeling stuck? Are you feeling alone?
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Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Counsellors
What are the most effective ways to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns?
The most effective way to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns is by finding a therapist who has prior experience helping other patients overcome the challenge being faced. For example, a marriage and family therapist may have experience helping couples adjust to their new relationship dynamic. An anxiety specialist may have experience helping with phobias or illness anxiety related to the child’s health. A depression specialist may have experience treating postpartum depression.

When should I seek treatment for prenatal or postpartum concerns?
Pregnancy and the postpartum period involve intense physical and mental changes; a degree of upset and instability is normal. However, if these changes impair daily functioning, it may be time to seek help. This distinction is pertinent for postpartum depression: A period of teariness, irritability, and distress is difficult but normal in the one to two weeks after childbirth (sometimes called the “baby blues.”) But if feelings of sadness and hopelessness persist beyond that period, the person should seek treatment.

How do I manage worries during pregnancy or the postnatal period?
A therapist can help patients develop the tools they need to manage anxieties during or after pregnancy. Cognitive behavioural therapy can help people identify and reframe harmful patterns of thought, and change their behaviours. Other techniques and skills can allow people to develop acceptance, psychological flexibility, self-compassion, communication skills, and more.