Chronic Illness Counselling in Okehampton
People come to therapy for many different and important reasons. For some it is to discuss difficult and emotional experiences, while for others its to have a space in their week to reflect and make time to check-in with themselves. I ask all my clients to come with an open-mind as therapy can take you on a journey of self-discovery. I have worked with many clients with varying degrees of personal difficulties; severe and mild distress including depression, anxiety, suicide, low-self-esteem, earlier life trauma, PTSD, relational difficulties and many more.
People come to therapy for many different and important reasons. For some it is to discuss difficult and emotional experiences, while for others its to have a space in their week to reflect and make time to check-in with themselves. I ask all my clients to come with an open-mind as therapy can take you on a journey of self-discovery. I have worked with many clients with varying degrees of personal difficulties; severe and mild distress including depression, anxiety, suicide, low-self-esteem, earlier life trauma, PTSD, relational difficulties and many more.
Many people from all walks of life can occasionally lose their direction or can struggle with stress, anxiety, and /or depression. Therapy can be a helpful process to work through these difficulties, supporting you towards improved well-being and healing of emotional difficulties. Within our sessions, we will work towards your goals, focusing on taking the time to understand you and your individual needs. You will be heard with non-judgment, compassion, kindness and empathy. Together we will work to find a way forward to improved well-being in a caring and meaningful way.
Many people from all walks of life can occasionally lose their direction or can struggle with stress, anxiety, and /or depression. Therapy can be a helpful process to work through these difficulties, supporting you towards improved well-being and healing of emotional difficulties. Within our sessions, we will work towards your goals, focusing on taking the time to understand you and your individual needs. You will be heard with non-judgment, compassion, kindness and empathy. Together we will work to find a way forward to improved well-being in a caring and meaningful way.
I'm an Integrative counsellor based in Exeter. I offer a friendly, inclusive and down to earth approach to counselling. Kindness and compassion are at the centre of my work, supporting without judgement, in a safe and confidential space. I believe that the relationship is the most important aspect of the counselling process, with an empathetic connection facilitating healing. I have experience of working with adults of different ages, experiencing a variety of difficulties such as, anxiety, depression, overwhelm, stress, trauma, bereavement, low self-esteem and everyday life struggles, to name a few.
I'm an Integrative counsellor based in Exeter. I offer a friendly, inclusive and down to earth approach to counselling. Kindness and compassion are at the centre of my work, supporting without judgement, in a safe and confidential space. I believe that the relationship is the most important aspect of the counselling process, with an empathetic connection facilitating healing. I have experience of working with adults of different ages, experiencing a variety of difficulties such as, anxiety, depression, overwhelm, stress, trauma, bereavement, low self-esteem and everyday life struggles, to name a few.
Are you distrustful, fearful and overwhelmed by your own emotions and sensations? Do you wish you could just make them go away? Issues arising from trauma or early attachment wounds may manifest in a number of ways including painful thoughts and memories, anxiety, depression, rage, physical pain and sensations (including unexplained physical symptoms, CFS, fibromyalgia and low energy). By viewing our thoughts, sensations, feelings and behaviours not as symptoms, but as parts of us that had to adapt to cope with life, we can get to know and heal these parts in a compassionate and non-pathologising way.
Are you distrustful, fearful and overwhelmed by your own emotions and sensations? Do you wish you could just make them go away? Issues arising from trauma or early attachment wounds may manifest in a number of ways including painful thoughts and memories, anxiety, depression, rage, physical pain and sensations (including unexplained physical symptoms, CFS, fibromyalgia and low energy). By viewing our thoughts, sensations, feelings and behaviours not as symptoms, but as parts of us that had to adapt to cope with life, we can get to know and heal these parts in a compassionate and non-pathologising way.
Clients come to me when they are experiencing issues affecting their self-esteem, self-confidence, sense of identity or relationships. The issues may relate to a long-term health condition or sight loss.
I offer a safe, warm, gentle and compassionate approach to explore difficulties and work collaboratively to help you find meaningful ways to find positive change so you can live the life you want to live.
Clients come to me when they are experiencing issues affecting their self-esteem, self-confidence, sense of identity or relationships. The issues may relate to a long-term health condition or sight loss.
I offer a safe, warm, gentle and compassionate approach to explore difficulties and work collaboratively to help you find meaningful ways to find positive change so you can live the life you want to live.
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Dr Holly Milling B.Sc., M.sc., DClin.Psy, PG.Dip. is a registered Clinical Psychologist, Accredited Cognitive Behavioural therapist, and Mindfulness teacher. She is a trusted and experienced Behavioural Sleep Medicine specialist with years of experience working with neurodiversity. Holly also works for the NHS training and supervising clinicians. Whether you are looking for support with your sleep health or to explore possible ADHD, you will receive compassionate & evidence-based assessment and treatment, all from the comfort of your own home or office (via our online clinic).
Dr Holly Milling B.Sc., M.sc., DClin.Psy, PG.Dip. is a registered Clinical Psychologist, Accredited Cognitive Behavioural therapist, and Mindfulness teacher. She is a trusted and experienced Behavioural Sleep Medicine specialist with years of experience working with neurodiversity. Holly also works for the NHS training and supervising clinicians. Whether you are looking for support with your sleep health or to explore possible ADHD, you will receive compassionate & evidence-based assessment and treatment, all from the comfort of your own home or office (via our online clinic).
And also work with chronic illness, bereavement support & couples/relationship therapy.
I'm Megan, a counsellor and integrative psychotherapist. Picking Up the Pieces specialise working with Trauma, Loss and adjustment issues. Life can throw unexpected difficulties in our direction at any time & things can get tough making you feel anxious, fearful, sad, trapped or alone. If you feel like you are falling apart, Picking Up The Pieces can help you to understand your situation better, work together to make changes, enhance choices, self management or regain control. If you wish to achieve a happier you get in touch.
And also work with chronic illness, bereavement support & couples/relationship therapy.
I'm Megan, a counsellor and integrative psychotherapist. Picking Up the Pieces specialise working with Trauma, Loss and adjustment issues. Life can throw unexpected difficulties in our direction at any time & things can get tough making you feel anxious, fearful, sad, trapped or alone. If you feel like you are falling apart, Picking Up The Pieces can help you to understand your situation better, work together to make changes, enhance choices, self management or regain control. If you wish to achieve a happier you get in touch.
With over twenty years experience of walking alongside people riding the waves of suffering, chronic illness, trauma, loss, navigating the chasm between Western medicine and alternative healing, I continue to be passionate about our need to connect, share, feel heard and find our own unique way forward through it all.
I endeavour to create a nurturing space for you to support compassionate and brave self-inquiry. Exploring the possibility of suffering or illness having its roots in trauma - be that personal or societal level trauma. I also hold space for the possibility that your experience of the medical systems has been traumatic in and of itself.
With over twenty years experience of walking alongside people riding the waves of suffering, chronic illness, trauma, loss, navigating the chasm between Western medicine and alternative healing, I continue to be passionate about our need to connect, share, feel heard and find our own unique way forward through it all.
I endeavour to create a nurturing space for you to support compassionate and brave self-inquiry. Exploring the possibility of suffering or illness having its roots in trauma - be that personal or societal level trauma. I also hold space for the possibility that your experience of the medical systems has been traumatic in and of itself.
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.
You are welcome here just as you are, however dark, difficult or unclear things seem to be. I have long been drawn to the image of the phoenix as a metaphor for what can happen in therapy, representing the possibility of a re-birth, of transformation from the ashes of our losses and our hopes and dreams. I believe that this image of therapy offers hope when it feels like there is precious little of it. However, a re-birth might involve a painful coming to terms with our lives; a grieving, and an imaginative approach to what the symptoms of our distress might be pointing to. Maybe there is wisdom and gold in the tears and grief.
You are welcome here just as you are, however dark, difficult or unclear things seem to be. I have long been drawn to the image of the phoenix as a metaphor for what can happen in therapy, representing the possibility of a re-birth, of transformation from the ashes of our losses and our hopes and dreams. I believe that this image of therapy offers hope when it feels like there is precious little of it. However, a re-birth might involve a painful coming to terms with our lives; a grieving, and an imaginative approach to what the symptoms of our distress might be pointing to. Maybe there is wisdom and gold in the tears and grief.
Clients often come to me with anxiety, low self-esteem, or difficulties in their relationships or sexual lives. I also work with people who are neurodivergent, disabled, or caring for others, as well as those who have faced discrimination and its emotional impact.
I support clients in building self-compassion, to support healthier relationships with themselves and others.
Clients often come to me with anxiety, low self-esteem, or difficulties in their relationships or sexual lives. I also work with people who are neurodivergent, disabled, or caring for others, as well as those who have faced discrimination and its emotional impact.
I support clients in building self-compassion, to support healthier relationships with themselves and others.
Life can feel overwhelming, and finding the right space to talk can make all the difference. I offer a calm, supportive and non-judgemental environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. My approach is person-centred, meaning I believe you hold the wisdom and strength to move forward-and I will walk alongside you as you discover it. I work with anxiety, low mood, stress, self-esteem and life changes, drawing on nature, mindfulness and creativity to gently support growth. I offer online nationwide and in person sessions in Devon and Somerset.
Life can feel overwhelming, and finding the right space to talk can make all the difference. I offer a calm, supportive and non-judgemental environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. My approach is person-centred, meaning I believe you hold the wisdom and strength to move forward-and I will walk alongside you as you discover it. I work with anxiety, low mood, stress, self-esteem and life changes, drawing on nature, mindfulness and creativity to gently support growth. I offer online nationwide and in person sessions in Devon and Somerset.
My counselling process is client focused and tailored. You and your personal journey are unique, therefore there is no "one size fits all" approach in my therapy space. Although I have had a long and varied education into counselling, psychology and social forces, I remain convinced by a fact that I learned on the first day of my degree... It is often not the method of counselling which predicts a benefit to our clients, but the relationship between client and practitioner. I prioritise building trust and a sense of safety that healing can bed into and thrive in.
My counselling process is client focused and tailored. You and your personal journey are unique, therefore there is no "one size fits all" approach in my therapy space. Although I have had a long and varied education into counselling, psychology and social forces, I remain convinced by a fact that I learned on the first day of my degree... It is often not the method of counselling which predicts a benefit to our clients, but the relationship between client and practitioner. I prioritise building trust and a sense of safety that healing can bed into and thrive in.
Hi, and welcome to my profile. Clients I work with have arrived feeling anxious, depressed, low in confidence, or overwhelmed with emotions that make daily life feel difficult. Others have come with relationship issues, identity questions, or major life changes which have been challenging to navigate alone. Some have experienced a bereavement, including pregnancy loss, or the death of a baby or child. Together we have explored what it is that they are experiencing, helping them to make sense of it, and found a way to move forward with greater peace, clarity, strength and renewed momentum.
Hi, and welcome to my profile. Clients I work with have arrived feeling anxious, depressed, low in confidence, or overwhelmed with emotions that make daily life feel difficult. Others have come with relationship issues, identity questions, or major life changes which have been challenging to navigate alone. Some have experienced a bereavement, including pregnancy loss, or the death of a baby or child. Together we have explored what it is that they are experiencing, helping them to make sense of it, and found a way to move forward with greater peace, clarity, strength and renewed momentum.
Is life an uphill battle, but not sure why? Are you anxious, depressed or worried about the future? I understand how hard it is to take that step and ask for help. I can help you identify and understand what’s going on for you. The anxiety eases, the brain fog lifts, you feel calmer and know yourself better.
I work with children, young people and adults with a wide range of life transitions and concerns including:
• Anxiety
• Depression
• ADHD
•. Low self-esteem/self-confidence
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Trauma/past painful experiences
• Relationship issues
• Sleep problems
• Grief and Loss
Is life an uphill battle, but not sure why? Are you anxious, depressed or worried about the future? I understand how hard it is to take that step and ask for help. I can help you identify and understand what’s going on for you. The anxiety eases, the brain fog lifts, you feel calmer and know yourself better.
I work with children, young people and adults with a wide range of life transitions and concerns including:
• Anxiety
• Depression
• ADHD
•. Low self-esteem/self-confidence
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Trauma/past painful experiences
• Relationship issues
• Sleep problems
• Grief and Loss
I see therapy as a safe place to gently explore and make more sense of our lives; where we can gain insight, challenge our beliefs, process our experiences and find better ways of being. I believe we gain insight and develop a sense of ourselves through relationship. I have particular experience and skills in working with relationships, loss and bereavement, issues from childhood, including sexual abuse, neglect and attachment.
I see therapy as a safe place to gently explore and make more sense of our lives; where we can gain insight, challenge our beliefs, process our experiences and find better ways of being. I believe we gain insight and develop a sense of ourselves through relationship. I have particular experience and skills in working with relationships, loss and bereavement, issues from childhood, including sexual abuse, neglect and attachment.
Are you worried about your child’s emotional well-being? Are you looking for help and support quickly? I understand how difficult it can be to reach out for support for your child and the importance of being able to access this quickly. I have worked with children and young people experiencing a wide range of emotional and behavioural difficulties such as anxiety, low mood, obsessive-compulsive disorder and difficulties adjusting to and managing physical health conditions. My aim is to help children, young people and their families overcome their challenges and empower them so that they can thrive and flourish.
Are you worried about your child’s emotional well-being? Are you looking for help and support quickly? I understand how difficult it can be to reach out for support for your child and the importance of being able to access this quickly. I have worked with children and young people experiencing a wide range of emotional and behavioural difficulties such as anxiety, low mood, obsessive-compulsive disorder and difficulties adjusting to and managing physical health conditions. My aim is to help children, young people and their families overcome their challenges and empower them so that they can thrive and flourish.
As a warm and approachable BACP Accredited Integrative Counsellor based in Paignton, I offer a safe, supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Together, we’ll work to understand any patterns that may be affecting you and find ways to create positive change. My approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and a deep commitment to your well-being, helping to build a trusting relationship that supports your growth and healing.
As a warm and approachable BACP Accredited Integrative Counsellor based in Paignton, I offer a safe, supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Together, we’ll work to understand any patterns that may be affecting you and find ways to create positive change. My approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and a deep commitment to your well-being, helping to build a trusting relationship that supports your growth and healing.
Hello.... I am an experienced Counsellor and Psychotherapist (MBACP) based in Newton Abbot, Devon. Counselling is not only helpful for traumatic life events, it can also help when you are at a crossroads, feeling stuck or having a huge sense that life is not what it could be. I like to encourage my clients to explore their issues and work towards a better understanding of themselves and the world around them. Together we will look at finding your inner strengths so that you can build in them developing a greater self awareness. However, FINDING THE RIGHT PERON IS THE MOST IMPORTANT ASPECT OF THERAPY.
Hello.... I am an experienced Counsellor and Psychotherapist (MBACP) based in Newton Abbot, Devon. Counselling is not only helpful for traumatic life events, it can also help when you are at a crossroads, feeling stuck or having a huge sense that life is not what it could be. I like to encourage my clients to explore their issues and work towards a better understanding of themselves and the world around them. Together we will look at finding your inner strengths so that you can build in them developing a greater self awareness. However, FINDING THE RIGHT PERON IS THE MOST IMPORTANT ASPECT OF THERAPY.
I work extensively with Trauma, Grief, Anxiety, Depression, Chronic Illness and Chronic Pain.
As a relational therapist I can support you to explore and understand the relationships in your life. We often think of relationships as the intimate kind, however, relationships are all around us in terms of family, friends, school, work and much more. I value the relationship we have with our self, which is often neglected or pushed aside.
I work extensively with Trauma, Grief, Anxiety, Depression, Chronic Illness and Chronic Pain.
As a relational therapist I can support you to explore and understand the relationships in your life. We often think of relationships as the intimate kind, however, relationships are all around us in terms of family, friends, school, work and much more. I value the relationship we have with our self, which is often neglected or pushed aside.
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Chronic Illness Counsellors
How does therapy for chronic illness work?
Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.
Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?
Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?
No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.
How long does therapy for chronic illness take?
There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.