Infidelity Counselling in Ottery Saint Mary

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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.
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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.
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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.
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Minnow Aspinall Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
The aim of counselling is to promote healing and assist clients to take the next steps forward in their lives. Whether the issues stem from unresolved historic life events, acute trauma such as bereavement, separation or abuse or general depression and anxiety. Counselling can help a client to find their way when feeling lost, with the support of a reliable, benevolent and empathic person by their side who can gently challenge, encourage exploration and hold the client through their journey.
The aim of counselling is to promote healing and assist clients to take the next steps forward in their lives. Whether the issues stem from unresolved historic life events, acute trauma such as bereavement, separation or abuse or general depression and anxiety. Counselling can help a client to find their way when feeling lost, with the support of a reliable, benevolent and empathic person by their side who can gently challenge, encourage exploration and hold the client through their journey.
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Heidi Larner
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Online Only
If you carry inner overwhelm, confusion, or unresolved pain, and want a safe, empathetic space, I help people like you. I specialise in complex trauma, relationship issues, and existential distress, supporting those whose inner lives have been shaped by prolonged anxiety, grief, loss, and disconnection. I facilitate the processing of trauma, along with the search for meaning and truth; guiding you through reparative interventions that will help you find hope, clarity, and self-understanding. My integrative approach is adaptive to your individual needs, and empowers you to develop trust and confidence in your own inner guidance.
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Anna Disley
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Brixham TQ5
I am an experienced therapist with a down to earth and relaxed approach giving my clients the space to explore and work through struggles and issues they are facing at their own pace. I am based in Brixham and provide both online and in person sessions. I work with individuals and couples providing a safe confidential space for them to explore and consider all those issues they may be facing. It can be scary to sit with someone you don't know telling them your most intimate concerns - I can provide a therapeutic space where you can be truly heard and accepted for who you are without any judgement.
I am an experienced therapist with a down to earth and relaxed approach giving my clients the space to explore and work through struggles and issues they are facing at their own pace. I am based in Brixham and provide both online and in person sessions. I work with individuals and couples providing a safe confidential space for them to explore and consider all those issues they may be facing. It can be scary to sit with someone you don't know telling them your most intimate concerns - I can provide a therapeutic space where you can be truly heard and accepted for who you are without any judgement.
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Sarah Finch
Counsellor, BACP
I work with individuals, couples and relationships online and in person. Experiencing narcissistic abuse can leave you feeling confused, anxious, and doubting yourself. I provide a safe space where you can explore the impact of emotional manipulation, gaslighting, coercive control, and unhealthy relationship patterns. Together, we can rebuild self-esteem, strengthen boundaries, restore trust in your decision making and support your recovery from trauma. My approach is trauma-informed, collaborative, and tailored to your individual needs, helping you move from surviving to thriving with greater confidence, clarity, and resilience.
I work with individuals, couples and relationships online and in person. Experiencing narcissistic abuse can leave you feeling confused, anxious, and doubting yourself. I provide a safe space where you can explore the impact of emotional manipulation, gaslighting, coercive control, and unhealthy relationship patterns. Together, we can rebuild self-esteem, strengthen boundaries, restore trust in your decision making and support your recovery from trauma. My approach is trauma-informed, collaborative, and tailored to your individual needs, helping you move from surviving to thriving with greater confidence, clarity, and resilience.
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Bundle MacLaren Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Totnes TQ9
I believe everyone can benefit from psychotherapy and that talking to a professional is the best first step to take if you're struggling. As a fully qualified and UKCP registered psychotherapist with over 2,000 hours of clinical experience, I can support you to make sense of your concerns, feelings and behaviours. Starting therapy can feel like a big step so please get in touch for a free consultation where we can talk things through and ensure you get the right support you need. If I don't think I'm the right person for you then I'll signpost you to someone I think is more suitable.
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Lisa Howarth Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Warm and down-to-earth, I offer trust and connection, being alongside you to explore your feelings and needs, and support you to understand relationships, loss and sexuality more deeply. I invite you to bring all your parts - young, lost, determined and brave, A qualified therapist, and psychosexual therapist in training, I have a background spanning substance use, criminal justice, trauma and community mental health. I'm honoured to work with people at all kinds of places in their lives.
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Claire Wilson
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
People often reach out to therapy when they are ready for change. Some people do not even know what those changes might be yet. Your journey with therapy is very personal and you might be interested in understanding yourself better, or simply want a safe and confidential space to talk, get things off your mind. Whatever your thoughts are right now, I imagine you are hoping for something to be different in your life. I work extensively with Attachment, Trauma, Grief, Anxiety, Depression, Chronic Illness and Chronic Pain. How different could your life feel if you could develop the understanding needed to reconnect with yourself?
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Counselling by the Sea
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Sometimes life can become too overwhelming because of difficult events or relationships, both old or current. You may be struggling with anxious feelings or have become stuck in unhelpful behaviours as you try to manage your world. This can become a lonely and disempowering place. People come to therapy because they recognise these thoughts or strategies are limiting their lives. My work is humanistic in approach with a person-centred focus; this means that I will listen and value what you share and not be judgemental or directive. I build empathic therapeutic relationships that enable you to feel safe to share your emotions.
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Gavin Weir-Jones
Psychotherapist, MA, PNCPS Acc.
Topsham EX3
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Lynda Almond
Counsellor, MSc, BACP
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling disconnected from your intimate life, overwhelmed by something you can’t quite name, or carrying a relational wound that feels too tender or too complicated to bring anywhere else? Perhaps you are navigating sexual difficulties, a relationship in crisis, the long reach of past trauma, or compulsive behaviours that feel out of control. Whatever you are holding, you do not have to hold it alone. I am here, and nothing you bring will be too much.
Are you feeling disconnected from your intimate life, overwhelmed by something you can’t quite name, or carrying a relational wound that feels too tender or too complicated to bring anywhere else? Perhaps you are navigating sexual difficulties, a relationship in crisis, the long reach of past trauma, or compulsive behaviours that feel out of control. Whatever you are holding, you do not have to hold it alone. I am here, and nothing you bring will be too much.
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Willow Brook Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
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Cara Humm
Counsellor, MBACP
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Holly Larcombe
Counsellor, MBACP
Crewkerne TA18
Welcome, I am a qualified integrative counsellor with person centred at the heart of my approach. I became a counsellor to walk alongside someone in their time of need, to be that non-judgemental listening ear. I welcome all adults from any background to reach out for support. If you are finding life difficult right now, you don’t have to face it alone. We can work together focusing on your own individual needs. Everyone has a story that is unique to them and it can be hard to tell someone you have just met things you have not spoken about before. I work at a pace that is comfortable to you with support every step of the way.
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Tanja Baker Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
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Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Serves Area
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Annamai Martinot Counselling
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Totnes TQ9
It takes courage to seek support when life isn’t going well, and we would like to work out why. Counselling can help in difficult times, and also in times when we wish to understand ourselves better. With awareness, we have the choice to change our thoughts, feelings and behaviours. I offer safe, confidential and free from judgement counselling sessions, either face-to-face in the heart of Totnes, South Devon, or online via zoom. I offer a free no obligation initial consultation 30 min phone call to discuss what brings you to counselling, answer any questions you may have and to ensure I'm the right therapist to help you.
It takes courage to seek support when life isn’t going well, and we would like to work out why. Counselling can help in difficult times, and also in times when we wish to understand ourselves better. With awareness, we have the choice to change our thoughts, feelings and behaviours. I offer safe, confidential and free from judgement counselling sessions, either face-to-face in the heart of Totnes, South Devon, or online via zoom. I offer a free no obligation initial consultation 30 min phone call to discuss what brings you to counselling, answer any questions you may have and to ensure I'm the right therapist to help you.
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Rea Pearson
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Exeter EX2
Waitlist for new clients
Experienced & BACP Accredited, sex-positive Gender, Sexuality & Relationship Diversity (GSRD) therapist working with LGBTQIA+ people. Knowledgable about gender, sexuality, neurodivergence, transitioning, polyamory, consensual & ethical non-monogamy (CNM/ENM), open relationships, kink, BDSM, D/s, fetishes, sexual Issues, sex workers, swinging, munches, and sex parties. All genders and sexualities welcome. I support people with opening up relationships, and kinks or power play. I also see a lot of trans and non-binary clients. I am a fully qualified sex therapist so can help with most sexual issues.
Experienced & BACP Accredited, sex-positive Gender, Sexuality & Relationship Diversity (GSRD) therapist working with LGBTQIA+ people. Knowledgable about gender, sexuality, neurodivergence, transitioning, polyamory, consensual & ethical non-monogamy (CNM/ENM), open relationships, kink, BDSM, D/s, fetishes, sexual Issues, sex workers, swinging, munches, and sex parties. All genders and sexualities welcome. I support people with opening up relationships, and kinks or power play. I also see a lot of trans and non-binary clients. I am a fully qualified sex therapist so can help with most sexual issues.
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Infidelity Counsellors
How does therapy for infidelity work?
A skilled infidelity therapist will provide a safe space for clients to communicate their feelings and concerns. The goal is to be completely honest about what led to the cheating and how it has affected the entire family to prevent it from recurring in the future. The therapist will help the clients work on rebuilding mutual trust and respect and developing better communication and conflict-resolution skills. If the goal is to remain a couple, clients will learn the “danger signs” for their specific relationship, and they will make a renewed commitment to be faithful.

How long does therapy for infidelity take?
Recovery from infidelity can take time, and it can vary from person to person. Generally, a therapist will want to see the clients at least once a week for around six months. Then the sessions can be arranged as needed, depending on the clients’ individual needs. While therapy may end or shift to an as-needed basis, it can take up to two years or more for some clients to fully recover from infidelity.

How does therapy help the partner who was cheated on?
When a client discovers their partner’s infidelity, their trust in the relationship and in the life they had together may be shattered. They often experience mental health symptoms, such as anxiety, depression, grief, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). They don’t always want to stay in the relationship; they may feel ambivalent or may even want to leave. Therapy gives these clients a safe and healthy way to communicate all of their complicated emotions and concerns.

How does therapy help the partner who committed infidelity?
Infidelity often occurs when one or both partners’ emotional needs are not being met in the relationship. Therapy can help this client understand why they cheated and figure out how to address those unmet needs without resorting to infidelity in the future. This can lessen (but not entirely eliminate) the risk of repeated infidelity. Clients who cheat may also feel intense guilt about deceiving their partners, a sentiment that they can work through in therapy.