Transpersonal Counselling in Ivybridge

Shaen Milward
Psychotherapist, MA, UKCP Trainee
Ivybridge PL21
Sometimes life looks manageable from the outside, while feeling much harder underneath, especially after a loss, a diagnosis, an ending, or a change that has pulled the rug away. I work with loss in its many forms; bereavement, illness, the end of a relationship or role, and losses of identity and direction that are harder to name. I also work with men who are used to keeping going and coping quietly. If talking doesn't come naturally, that isn't a barrier, it's often where we start.
Sometimes life looks manageable from the outside, while feeling much harder underneath, especially after a loss, a diagnosis, an ending, or a change that has pulled the rug away. I work with loss in its many forms; bereavement, illness, the end of a relationship or role, and losses of identity and direction that are harder to name. I also work with men who are used to keeping going and coping quietly. If talking doesn't come naturally, that isn't a barrier, it's often where we start.
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Natasha Martin
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Ivybridge PL21
Hi, my name is Natasha, and I’m an Intuitive Counsellor. Intuitive counselling is a gentle yet profound process of understanding the difference between the conditioned mind and our intuitive self. The more we practice presence, the more we strengthen our ability to listen within. When we begin to observe how the mind becomes cluttered with thoughts from the past or worries about the future, we create space to return to the present moment — where clarity and truth naturally arise. From this awareness, we can start to recognise and release the beliefs and behaviours that no longer serve us.
Hi, my name is Natasha, and I’m an Intuitive Counsellor. Intuitive counselling is a gentle yet profound process of understanding the difference between the conditioned mind and our intuitive self. The more we practice presence, the more we strengthen our ability to listen within. When we begin to observe how the mind becomes cluttered with thoughts from the past or worries about the future, we create space to return to the present moment — where clarity and truth naturally arise. From this awareness, we can start to recognise and release the beliefs and behaviours that no longer serve us.
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Mark Maunsell-Thomas
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
It takes courage to become truly and confidently oneself. I combine modern therapeutic practice with a mindfulness based approach, which uses the deep relationship between body and mind to bring back mental, emotional and physical balance. I use a a mixture of counselling and yoga combined as needed, to address imbalances of mind and body. Yoga therapy will help you to: develop insight into what is happening inside you, psychologically and emotionally. cultivate the presence of mind to be able to feel your way into uncomfortable experiences and disarm them, calm the nervous system and enhance autonomy and well-being.
It takes courage to become truly and confidently oneself. I combine modern therapeutic practice with a mindfulness based approach, which uses the deep relationship between body and mind to bring back mental, emotional and physical balance. I use a a mixture of counselling and yoga combined as needed, to address imbalances of mind and body. Yoga therapy will help you to: develop insight into what is happening inside you, psychologically and emotionally. cultivate the presence of mind to be able to feel your way into uncomfortable experiences and disarm them, calm the nervous system and enhance autonomy and well-being.
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Dave Castle
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Hi.. I am an experienced Counsellor specialising in Relationship issues for Individuals and Couples. I work from lovely private rooms in Totnes or Exeter, or Online, drawing on different techniques and 15 years experience with my own practice into a holistic, caring, approach. Talking helps to gain understanding, perpective and insight into issues, and for clients who wish to work on the more sub-conscious patterns and historical issues which are usually at the root of our stories, I provide a range of effective techniques that help to move things forward effectively
Hi.. I am an experienced Counsellor specialising in Relationship issues for Individuals and Couples. I work from lovely private rooms in Totnes or Exeter, or Online, drawing on different techniques and 15 years experience with my own practice into a holistic, caring, approach. Talking helps to gain understanding, perpective and insight into issues, and for clients who wish to work on the more sub-conscious patterns and historical issues which are usually at the root of our stories, I provide a range of effective techniques that help to move things forward effectively
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Joyce K McGrath
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I am an integrative therapist. My way of working offers attention to the whole of a person - emotions, mind, and body as well as the meanings made of experiences, so sessions are tailor made to suit individual clients. I work with your sense of your experience to meet the needs you have whatever these may be. I have experience of working with all common life issues and specialise in working with bereavement and the feelings, thoughts and changes this brings.
I am an integrative therapist. My way of working offers attention to the whole of a person - emotions, mind, and body as well as the meanings made of experiences, so sessions are tailor made to suit individual clients. I work with your sense of your experience to meet the needs you have whatever these may be. I have experience of working with all common life issues and specialise in working with bereavement and the feelings, thoughts and changes this brings.
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Gretchen C Robertson
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Exeter EX1
In my practice, it is my privilege to walk alongside individuals who are seeking to heal themselves as they grow through life. My role is it use my training as an integrative transpersonal psychotherapist to support the emergent qualities of balance and develop ego strength in service to one’s higher-self, even when the soul feels deeply weary. This is a long winded way of describing a therapeutic style that is guided by the client that adapts to the needs and is non judgemental, that has proven successful for many clients over the years.
In my practice, it is my privilege to walk alongside individuals who are seeking to heal themselves as they grow through life. My role is it use my training as an integrative transpersonal psychotherapist to support the emergent qualities of balance and develop ego strength in service to one’s higher-self, even when the soul feels deeply weary. This is a long winded way of describing a therapeutic style that is guided by the client that adapts to the needs and is non judgemental, that has proven successful for many clients over the years.
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Sue Reader
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
I work with adults of all ages in Newton Abbot and can help you to move forward with feelings of stress, anxiety, trauma, burnout or difficulties you may be experiencing. I will help you to nurture your own personal growth, health and wellbeing, blossoming into abundance and the best version of yourself. The heaviness of life cannot prevent the power of nature from supporting you on your journey, however heavy or limited you may feel at this time. My lived experience brings me to this place where I feel empowered and proud to be able to offer a service that is tailored to your needs, no matter what your struggles might be.
I work with adults of all ages in Newton Abbot and can help you to move forward with feelings of stress, anxiety, trauma, burnout or difficulties you may be experiencing. I will help you to nurture your own personal growth, health and wellbeing, blossoming into abundance and the best version of yourself. The heaviness of life cannot prevent the power of nature from supporting you on your journey, however heavy or limited you may feel at this time. My lived experience brings me to this place where I feel empowered and proud to be able to offer a service that is tailored to your needs, no matter what your struggles might be.
01803 223782 View 01803 223782
Sarah Davis
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Liskeard PL14
You may be feeling stuck in familiar emotional patterns, despite having insight into yourself. Perhaps you appear to cope on the outside, but inside feel anxious, unsure of who you are, or weighed down by past experiences or relationships. You might struggle with self-esteem, people-pleasing, or a sense of disconnection, and want to understand yourself more deeply. Rather than being told what to do, you are looking for a space to reflect, feel understood, and move towards a life that feels more authentic and meaningful.
You may be feeling stuck in familiar emotional patterns, despite having insight into yourself. Perhaps you appear to cope on the outside, but inside feel anxious, unsure of who you are, or weighed down by past experiences or relationships. You might struggle with self-esteem, people-pleasing, or a sense of disconnection, and want to understand yourself more deeply. Rather than being told what to do, you are looking for a space to reflect, feel understood, and move towards a life that feels more authentic and meaningful.
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Mark Shanagher
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
3 Endorsed
Totnes TQ9
Mindfulness-Based Core Process Psychotherapy is a relational and embodied enquiry in which we can together explore how it is that you ‘do’ you. I offer a setting of compassion, acceptance and non-judgemental listening, and value these qualities in our working relationship. I am interested in what your experience is and, as you can begin to feel understood, in how you might begin to express and experience yourself differently. Having a place to bring yourself, your worries, your issues, can be a relief and can be deeply rewarding as we honour the feelings that move inside you and allow your own innate wisdom to find it's way.
Mindfulness-Based Core Process Psychotherapy is a relational and embodied enquiry in which we can together explore how it is that you ‘do’ you. I offer a setting of compassion, acceptance and non-judgemental listening, and value these qualities in our working relationship. I am interested in what your experience is and, as you can begin to feel understood, in how you might begin to express and experience yourself differently. Having a place to bring yourself, your worries, your issues, can be a relief and can be deeply rewarding as we honour the feelings that move inside you and allow your own innate wisdom to find it's way.
01548 800965 View 01548 800965
Abigail Hardiman
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
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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Laura Lush
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Exeter EX4
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.
01392 542660 View 01392 542660
John Michael Hogarth
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Torquay TQ2
Opening up to someone new can understandably make you feel anxious. You may wonder, "Will I be judged?" "Will I be told I'm a hopeless case?" A lot of the time we can be own worst enemy. We tell ourselves that we are not good enough, not capable, or not loveable. We get frustrated, angry, depressed, anxious, and stuck in a world which sometimes feels fake and hollow somehow. We allow others to bully us, walk all over us, hurt us and destroy our dreams. However, all is not lost. Often all we need is just a small change in our perception, and to be seen and heard. This can make a huge difference.
Opening up to someone new can understandably make you feel anxious. You may wonder, "Will I be judged?" "Will I be told I'm a hopeless case?" A lot of the time we can be own worst enemy. We tell ourselves that we are not good enough, not capable, or not loveable. We get frustrated, angry, depressed, anxious, and stuck in a world which sometimes feels fake and hollow somehow. We allow others to bully us, walk all over us, hurt us and destroy our dreams. However, all is not lost. Often all we need is just a small change in our perception, and to be seen and heard. This can make a huge difference.
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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.
01647 401675 View 01647 401675
Sue Suddaby
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Saltash PL12
Are you suffering with anxiety or feeling lonely? Are you feeling lost, uncertain or directionless in life? Do you feel disconnected to your soul? Are changes hard to manage, have you lost hope or purpose in your life? Are you able to be your genuine self and live your true life? Do you know what your true authentic soulful life could be? Sue works with clients to explore mind, body, emotion and soul, believing that if any of these parts of self are out of balance, our whole being can be affected. Sue works alongside clients to support them reconnecting to these disconnected parts of self.
Are you suffering with anxiety or feeling lonely? Are you feeling lost, uncertain or directionless in life? Do you feel disconnected to your soul? Are changes hard to manage, have you lost hope or purpose in your life? Are you able to be your genuine self and live your true life? Do you know what your true authentic soulful life could be? Sue works with clients to explore mind, body, emotion and soul, believing that if any of these parts of self are out of balance, our whole being can be affected. Sue works alongside clients to support them reconnecting to these disconnected parts of self.
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Hannah Duncan
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Ultimately, good therapy should make change: reactions, behaviours, difficult aspects of self, attitudes/beliefs about yourself or how you carry your story. I love work to with clients who are prepared to jump in, take risks and be proactive - this is the way to ensure real change. I jump in too, working with body and mind in a practical, energetic way. I view the best wisdom as something that can directly be applied to life. A supervisee described me as "real, relational, practical and not floaty/wispy". I like to incorporate psychoeducation and relevant theoretical information. I don't sit on my hands or allow unhelpful silences.
Ultimately, good therapy should make change: reactions, behaviours, difficult aspects of self, attitudes/beliefs about yourself or how you carry your story. I love work to with clients who are prepared to jump in, take risks and be proactive - this is the way to ensure real change. I jump in too, working with body and mind in a practical, energetic way. I view the best wisdom as something that can directly be applied to life. A supervisee described me as "real, relational, practical and not floaty/wispy". I like to incorporate psychoeducation and relevant theoretical information. I don't sit on my hands or allow unhelpful silences.
07481 341671 View 07481 341671
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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Carla Polhill
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Tavistock PL19
I help individuals who are feeling overwhelmed by difficult emotions, including anxiety, deep sadness and feeling lost. I am inspired to work with clients who have a history of trauma, have suffered bereavement, have problems in relationships, are struggling at work or are feeling overwhelmed with day to day life. The work I have supported clients with has enabled them to develop coping strategies, increase awareness, self-acceptance and the opportunities to make changes in their lives. With the support I offer, you can begin to feel and think about yourself more positively and with self compassion and self caring and confidence.
I help individuals who are feeling overwhelmed by difficult emotions, including anxiety, deep sadness and feeling lost. I am inspired to work with clients who have a history of trauma, have suffered bereavement, have problems in relationships, are struggling at work or are feeling overwhelmed with day to day life. The work I have supported clients with has enabled them to develop coping strategies, increase awareness, self-acceptance and the opportunities to make changes in their lives. With the support I offer, you can begin to feel and think about yourself more positively and with self compassion and self caring and confidence.
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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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Devon Coaching and Counselling
Counsellor, BACP
4 Endorsed
Torquay TQ1
Are you existing rather than living? Not fulfilling your potential? Is your anxiety holding you back from a more rewarding life? Therapeutic Coaching could be just the answer. This blends talk therapy with CBT life-coaching techniques to help people heal & thrive. Who Can It help? Anyone needing coping strategies for anxiety, relationship issues, grief or ADHD or anyone struggling to feel any joy or hope. What to Expect: Honest conversation, a focus on your strengths & values and gentle challenge about negative beliefs. Once you find 'you' again the coaching can open the way towards living the life you were meant to have.
Are you existing rather than living? Not fulfilling your potential? Is your anxiety holding you back from a more rewarding life? Therapeutic Coaching could be just the answer. This blends talk therapy with CBT life-coaching techniques to help people heal & thrive. Who Can It help? Anyone needing coping strategies for anxiety, relationship issues, grief or ADHD or anyone struggling to feel any joy or hope. What to Expect: Honest conversation, a focus on your strengths & values and gentle challenge about negative beliefs. Once you find 'you' again the coaching can open the way towards living the life you were meant to have.
01803 224726 View 01803 224726
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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Transpersonal Counsellors
How does transpersonal therapy work?
Transpersonal therapy focuses on a patient’s spirituality and meaning in life. Transpersonal therapists might borrow from Eastern traditions as well as Western psychology. They may incorporate techniques including meditation, visualisation, hypnotherapy, dream analysis, and or breathwork to produce altered states of consciousness. The therapist helps the patient to access their consciousness and spirituality to work through difficult mental states.

How long does transpersonal therapy last?
Because the goal is to understand a person as a whole, including their spirituality, treatment can range from months to a year or beyond. While patients learn the philosophy behind transpersonal therapy during treatment, they can also practice its principles throughout life after therapy sessions have ended.

Is transpersonal therapy effective?
Patients have found success with transpersonal therapy; this method is useful in improving anxiety, depression, self-esteem, identity, fears, relationship problems, and other concerns. Improvements in problem areas can continue even after transpersonal therapy ends, as individuals can utilise the tools they’ve learned during treatment sessions.

What are the limitations of transpersonal therapy?
There is some research on the effectiveness of transpersonal therapy, but empirical support for this therapy approach is sparse. It does not have the robust evidence base of other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy.