Domestic Abuse Counselling in Ottery Saint Mary

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Tash Thomas-Still
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Perhaps you’re a survivor of abuse or violence, living with chronic illness, or struggling with relationships and self-worth.
I offer an integrative, trauma-informed approach tailored to your needs. Drawing on Person-Centred counselling, IFS, TA, somatic awareness, and creative methods, I provide a collaborative space to explore challenges, uncover strengths, nurture growth, and build insight. My practice is grounded in empathy, curiosity, and respect for your pace.
Perhaps you’re a survivor of abuse or violence, living with chronic illness, or struggling with relationships and self-worth.
I offer an integrative, trauma-informed approach tailored to your needs. Drawing on Person-Centred counselling, IFS, TA, somatic awareness, and creative methods, I provide a collaborative space to explore challenges, uncover strengths, nurture growth, and build insight. My practice is grounded in empathy, curiosity, and respect for your pace.
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Talk With TJ Counselling Service
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Ever considered having a biker as your counsellor? My aim is to recreate the supportive environment one would get around a campfire with the added calmness of a cruise in the countryside. Lets take a journey together. I am down to earth and human. Sometimes throttle therapy doesn't work and we need a little extra support.  I offer Online and Walk and Talk Sessions on the outskirts of Exeter. Where you have the opportunity to express and explore your emotions in the Scenic and calming surroundings of nature. Please note the Fee for Walk and Talk is set at £50 per session.
Ever considered having a biker as your counsellor? My aim is to recreate the supportive environment one would get around a campfire with the added calmness of a cruise in the countryside. Lets take a journey together. I am down to earth and human. Sometimes throttle therapy doesn't work and we need a little extra support.  I offer Online and Walk and Talk Sessions on the outskirts of Exeter. Where you have the opportunity to express and explore your emotions in the Scenic and calming surroundings of nature. Please note the Fee for Walk and Talk is set at £50 per session.
01392 321974 View 01392 321974
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Tina Welch Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
01404 515531 View 01404 515531
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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
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Linda Macaulay
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
As a very experienced Counsellor (qualified 1998) and Physical Therapist (Pilates Instructor qualified 1984) I have an innate interest in and deep respect for people. My mission has been to support and work with my clients in assisting them in achieving their healing and wellness. Often it helps to be listened to and it is important to understand why things are the way they are. Perhaps you feel "stuck"and are at a loss to know how to deal with a difficult situation - or it may be that you are having difficulties in relationships with other people.
As a very experienced Counsellor (qualified 1998) and Physical Therapist (Pilates Instructor qualified 1984) I have an innate interest in and deep respect for people. My mission has been to support and work with my clients in assisting them in achieving their healing and wellness. Often it helps to be listened to and it is important to understand why things are the way they are. Perhaps you feel "stuck"and are at a loss to know how to deal with a difficult situation - or it may be that you are having difficulties in relationships with other people.
07445 343049 View 07445 343049

More Therapists Nearby

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Julie Best-Clark
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Totnes TQ9
I work with many issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, domestic abuse, bereavement, aspergers, OCD, phobias, relationship issues and family dynamics.
My aim is to bring together effective approaches incorporating a variety of therapeutic models such as relational therapy, humanistic, psychodynamic, attachment theory, person centred and neuroscience. This will also depend on your individual needs. My experience also covers body psychotherapy and energy work along with solution based therapy and mindfulness. I offer both short and long term therapy and the length of therapy will depend upon the presenting issues and your wishes. Is there a particular problem you would like to talk through and explore? This could be to do with a relationship, work related or a repeating pattern.
I work with many issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, domestic abuse, bereavement, aspergers, OCD, phobias, relationship issues and family dynamics.
My aim is to bring together effective approaches incorporating a variety of therapeutic models such as relational therapy, humanistic, psychodynamic, attachment theory, person centred and neuroscience. This will also depend on your individual needs. My experience also covers body psychotherapy and energy work along with solution based therapy and mindfulness. I offer both short and long term therapy and the length of therapy will depend upon the presenting issues and your wishes. Is there a particular problem you would like to talk through and explore? This could be to do with a relationship, work related or a repeating pattern.
01548 312025 View 01548 312025
Photo of Monika Lewis, Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Monika Lewis
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
Totnes TQ9
I can help with many common troubles, such as anxiety, depression, pain, emotion regulation, self-worth, panic attacks, identity worries, family life, attachment, trauma, abuse and more.
When working with you I will be non-judgemental, honest, respectful, empathetic, and compassionate. As an integrative counsellor I draw on many different techniques to meet your specific, unique needs, which may include humanistic and psychodynamic counselling, Gestalt, Inner Child Work, CBT, mindfulness, creative arts therapies, Walk and Talk, and more.
I can help with many common troubles, such as anxiety, depression, pain, emotion regulation, self-worth, panic attacks, identity worries, family life, attachment, trauma, abuse and more.
When working with you I will be non-judgemental, honest, respectful, empathetic, and compassionate. As an integrative counsellor I draw on many different techniques to meet your specific, unique needs, which may include humanistic and psychodynamic counselling, Gestalt, Inner Child Work, CBT, mindfulness, creative arts therapies, Walk and Talk, and more.
01803 229153 View 01803 229153
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TJ Langrill Counselling & Canine Assisted Therapy
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Exeter EX4
Waitlist for new clients
As well as my counselling, animal and psychology quals, I have attended courses in a number of areas, including trauma, domestic abuse, neurodivergence and safeguarding.
You hold it together for everyone else, but underneath you’re exhausted, anxious or carrying too much. I offer warm, steady counselling alongside Merlin, my therapy dog, helping you find space to think, feel and move forward. I work with adults and young people aged 12+ struggling with anxiety, stress and trauma, who may be stuck in patterns that no longer work. I offer a calm, down-to-earth approach, including informed support for ADHD and autism, where you can talk honestly, make sense of what’s happening and begin to feel more like yourself again.
As well as my counselling, animal and psychology quals, I have attended courses in a number of areas, including trauma, domestic abuse, neurodivergence and safeguarding.
You hold it together for everyone else, but underneath you’re exhausted, anxious or carrying too much. I offer warm, steady counselling alongside Merlin, my therapy dog, helping you find space to think, feel and move forward. I work with adults and young people aged 12+ struggling with anxiety, stress and trauma, who may be stuck in patterns that no longer work. I offer a calm, down-to-earth approach, including informed support for ADHD and autism, where you can talk honestly, make sense of what’s happening and begin to feel more like yourself again.
01392 542576 View 01392 542576
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Lauren Elliott Vincent
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Exeter EX4
I specialise in therapy for Survivors of Domestic Abuse & Trauma and have a wider knowledge and interest in Relationships and Parenthood.
I have a lot of life experience and understanding of the importance of life and the struggles we all face, through my own trials and professional workings. ​ ​I am an Integrative Counsellor, which means I'm able to draw on a variety of methods and techniques to best assist you maintaining very relaxed, patient led sessions giving you the opportunity to grow and develop as best you can, helping you to help yourself. I work in a variety of ways to help you feel comfortable and open up in a safe space. My approach is based on working in the here and now looking at whats going on for you whilst also paying attention to unfinished cycles
I specialise in therapy for Survivors of Domestic Abuse & Trauma and have a wider knowledge and interest in Relationships and Parenthood.
I have a lot of life experience and understanding of the importance of life and the struggles we all face, through my own trials and professional workings. ​ ​I am an Integrative Counsellor, which means I'm able to draw on a variety of methods and techniques to best assist you maintaining very relaxed, patient led sessions giving you the opportunity to grow and develop as best you can, helping you to help yourself. I work in a variety of ways to help you feel comfortable and open up in a safe space. My approach is based on working in the here and now looking at whats going on for you whilst also paying attention to unfinished cycles
01392 542384 View 01392 542384
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Kerry Webber
Counsellor, MBACP
My name is Kerry and I believe that every human is unique and deserves to be treated with respect and kindness. In my practice I utilise the abundance of natural environment we have locally and provide bespoke therapy packages to suit you as an individual. I specialise in working with trauma, something we have all experienced to some degree. I have gained a wealth of experience and knowledge of life, by spending 19 years in the Military, followed by running my own personal training business for 11 years. My experiences in the military have given me an insight into the effects of Trauma, PTSD, the adaptions we make to survive.
My name is Kerry and I believe that every human is unique and deserves to be treated with respect and kindness. In my practice I utilise the abundance of natural environment we have locally and provide bespoke therapy packages to suit you as an individual. I specialise in working with trauma, something we have all experienced to some degree. I have gained a wealth of experience and knowledge of life, by spending 19 years in the Military, followed by running my own personal training business for 11 years. My experiences in the military have given me an insight into the effects of Trauma, PTSD, the adaptions we make to survive.
01626 243099 View 01626 243099
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Emma Phillips
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Serves Area
Whether it be past trauma, current family or relational issues, work, confidence, body image, abuse, anxiety, studies, sexuality, DID, housing, gender, addiction, health, domestic abuse, etc.
Person-centred counselling is a talking therapy, our work together will be dependent on your needs and therapeutic journey. I offer an empathetic, confidential, safe space where you can be heard. I offer telephone, online or face-to-face counselling, as well as walk and talk and I'm happy to discuss the option of home visits too for certain circumstances.
Whether it be past trauma, current family or relational issues, work, confidence, body image, abuse, anxiety, studies, sexuality, DID, housing, gender, addiction, health, domestic abuse, etc.
Person-centred counselling is a talking therapy, our work together will be dependent on your needs and therapeutic journey. I offer an empathetic, confidential, safe space where you can be heard. I offer telephone, online or face-to-face counselling, as well as walk and talk and I'm happy to discuss the option of home visits too for certain circumstances.
01326 332085 View 01326 332085
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Asha Kaszczuk-Baulch
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
Hello. If you're looking for someone honest, straightforward, someone who is going to challenge your way of thinking, tell you how things really look like and help you understand yourself, give me a call or send me an email.
Hello. If you're looking for someone honest, straightforward, someone who is going to challenge your way of thinking, tell you how things really look like and help you understand yourself, give me a call or send me an email.
01752 741196 View 01752 741196
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Vikki Harvey Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Feeling stressed, anxious, annoyed, frustrated, well then you're probably thinking there's something up with your mental health. As an Integrative Counsellor, I can work with you in a variety of different ways to get to the bottom of it. As well as offering in person counselling from my therapy room in North Devon, I am also qualified and have extensive experience of counselling therapeutically online. Imagine not having to travel to appointments, instead your sitting in the comfort and safety of your own home, relaxed in the knowledge you are receiving first class therapy.
Feeling stressed, anxious, annoyed, frustrated, well then you're probably thinking there's something up with your mental health. As an Integrative Counsellor, I can work with you in a variety of different ways to get to the bottom of it. As well as offering in person counselling from my therapy room in North Devon, I am also qualified and have extensive experience of counselling therapeutically online. Imagine not having to travel to appointments, instead your sitting in the comfort and safety of your own home, relaxed in the knowledge you are receiving first class therapy.
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Heather Beveridge
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Exeter EX1
Is your life overwhelming? Is your mental health suffering?Do you feel that you need to offload and share whatever difficulties you may be facing? Are you are looking for a counsellor or psychotherapist that actively listens and understands? I am an experienced mental health practitioners and here to help. Sometimes children and young people get stuck and need a little help too. I also have a great deal of experience working with children and young people. When your child is struggling, trying to get help can feel an impossible task. I offer creative therapy without the stress of a long waiting list.
Is your life overwhelming? Is your mental health suffering?Do you feel that you need to offload and share whatever difficulties you may be facing? Are you are looking for a counsellor or psychotherapist that actively listens and understands? I am an experienced mental health practitioners and here to help. Sometimes children and young people get stuck and need a little help too. I also have a great deal of experience working with children and young people. When your child is struggling, trying to get help can feel an impossible task. I offer creative therapy without the stress of a long waiting list.
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Sarah Finch
Counsellor, BACP
Experiencing narcissistic abuse can leave you feeling confused, anxious, and doubting yourself.
I understand the dynamics of unhealthy relationships and why we get stuck in them. For couples I help by developing healthy communication, having a safe space to process and discuss difficulties within the relationship. We look at what is going on and develop strategies, with empathy, to improve the quality of the relationship.
Experiencing narcissistic abuse can leave you feeling confused, anxious, and doubting yourself.
I understand the dynamics of unhealthy relationships and why we get stuck in them. For couples I help by developing healthy communication, having a safe space to process and discuss difficulties within the relationship. We look at what is going on and develop strategies, with empathy, to improve the quality of the relationship.
01364 708706 View 01364 708706
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Joyce Howitt
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Online Only
Your feelings may be related to a bereavement or loss, the effects of abuse, relationship issues, or a major life change or may be related to something unresolved from the past.
Together we can explore your fears and anxieties in a confidential non judgemental setting; look at your patterns of thinking and beliefs, identifying and changing any which may not be helpful; and we can examine any difficulties you may have in forming and keeping relationships. These processes may also involve learning new strategies to cope or relax.
Your feelings may be related to a bereavement or loss, the effects of abuse, relationship issues, or a major life change or may be related to something unresolved from the past.
Together we can explore your fears and anxieties in a confidential non judgemental setting; look at your patterns of thinking and beliefs, identifying and changing any which may not be helpful; and we can examine any difficulties you may have in forming and keeping relationships. These processes may also involve learning new strategies to cope or relax.
01934 440629 View 01934 440629
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Carla Polhill
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
01822 661393 View 01822 661393
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Bernadette Kavanagh
Counsellor, BACP
Exeter EX1
I specialise with clients, both male and female who have been through domestic abuse and Trauma.
I am an Integrative Counsellor, offering Gestalt, person-centred, cognitive behavioural therapies and felt trauma for individuals or couples. I also offer mindfulness, visualisation and object work. To help you take the first step in seeking the counselling help, I provide you a safe place to talk about your thoughts, feelings and fears.
I specialise with clients, both male and female who have been through domestic abuse and Trauma.
I am an Integrative Counsellor, offering Gestalt, person-centred, cognitive behavioural therapies and felt trauma for individuals or couples. I also offer mindfulness, visualisation and object work. To help you take the first step in seeking the counselling help, I provide you a safe place to talk about your thoughts, feelings and fears.
01392 531580 View 01392 531580
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Daniel Smith
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Online Only
I am a registered therapist with the BACP, with over 10 years’ experience supporting people through a range of mental health and relationship difficulties, including experiences of abuse and domestic abuse.
My approach is integrative, which means I draw on different ways of working, including person-centred, psychodynamic, CBT, systemic and existential therapy. In practice, this means I adapt to you as an individual, rather than expecting you to fit a particular model or way of thinking.
I am a registered therapist with the BACP, with over 10 years’ experience supporting people through a range of mental health and relationship difficulties, including experiences of abuse and domestic abuse.
My approach is integrative, which means I draw on different ways of working, including person-centred, psychodynamic, CBT, systemic and existential therapy. In practice, this means I adapt to you as an individual, rather than expecting you to fit a particular model or way of thinking.
01278 619890 View 01278 619890
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Lucas Honeysett
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
All those seeking help are welcome, however, I have specialised in working with male and female survivors of domestic abuse.
Hello I am a person-centred therapist. Does life feel stuck or just a little too rigid? Do you need help dealing with feelings of distress, maybe you are living with a mental health issue or struggling with low self-esteem and confidence. Is it time for change, to feel more positive, do you feel ready to become your authentic self? During person-centred counselling clients can experience a journey of self-discovery and personal growth while reigniting trust and believe in themselves.
All those seeking help are welcome, however, I have specialised in working with male and female survivors of domestic abuse.
Hello I am a person-centred therapist. Does life feel stuck or just a little too rigid? Do you need help dealing with feelings of distress, maybe you are living with a mental health issue or struggling with low self-esteem and confidence. Is it time for change, to feel more positive, do you feel ready to become your authentic self? During person-centred counselling clients can experience a journey of self-discovery and personal growth while reigniting trust and believe in themselves.
01564 335086 View 01564 335086
Domestic Abuse Counsellors
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognise that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.

When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.

What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.

How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.