Sex Therapists in Ottery Saint Mary

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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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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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Lina Chen
Psychotherapist, MSc, COSRT Accred
Serves Area
Psychosexual Therapy Sexual issues: Sexuality; Impulsive sexual behaviours; Erectile Dysfunction/PE; Vaginismus & sexual pain; Anorgasmia; Dyspareunia; Low sexual desire & arousal; Sexual trauma; Sex after grief
I'm an integrative psychotherapist specialising in psychosexual and relationship therapy. I trained with London Diploma in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy and am a registered member of COSRT. I'm passionate about my work, supporting individuals and couples from all backgrounds including sexual trauma survivors, migrants, LGBTQ+, and GSRD. I offer therapy for a wide range of sexual and relationship issues. I tailor my therapeutic tools and approaches to individual clients’ needs. These include CBT, attachment theory, psychodynamic therapy, imago therapy and existential therapy in addition to a wide range of psychosexual tools.
Psychosexual Therapy Sexual issues: Sexuality; Impulsive sexual behaviours; Erectile Dysfunction/PE; Vaginismus & sexual pain; Anorgasmia; Dyspareunia; Low sexual desire & arousal; Sexual trauma; Sex after grief
I'm an integrative psychotherapist specialising in psychosexual and relationship therapy. I trained with London Diploma in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy and am a registered member of COSRT. I'm passionate about my work, supporting individuals and couples from all backgrounds including sexual trauma survivors, migrants, LGBTQ+, and GSRD. I offer therapy for a wide range of sexual and relationship issues. I tailor my therapeutic tools and approaches to individual clients’ needs. These include CBT, attachment theory, psychodynamic therapy, imago therapy and existential therapy in addition to a wide range of psychosexual tools.
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Lynda Almond
Counsellor, MSc, BACP
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have a MSc in Contemporary Psychosexual Therapy and a Level 5 in Working with Sex Addiction.
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.
I have a MSc in Contemporary Psychosexual Therapy and a Level 5 in Working with Sex Addiction.
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.
01572 494658 View 01572 494658
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Louise Styles
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
1 Endorsed
Crediton EX17
Clients come to me when they are experiencing distress in their relationships, with their sex lives or within themselves.
I can help with relationship issues including romantic, platonic, family and work colleagues; I can advise upon sexual difficulties, exploring sexuality, alternative relationships, kink, shame, jealousy, controlling behaviour, codependency; and I can help clients to process and reframe their own negative core beliefs and change unhelpful coping strategies.
Clients come to me when they are experiencing distress in their relationships, with their sex lives or within themselves.
I can help with relationship issues including romantic, platonic, family and work colleagues; I can advise upon sexual difficulties, exploring sexuality, alternative relationships, kink, shame, jealousy, controlling behaviour, codependency; and I can help clients to process and reframe their own negative core beliefs and change unhelpful coping strategies.
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Agatha Penney MSc,AccCOSRT, UKCP, SnrAccBACP
Psychotherapist, MSc, COSRT Accred
1 Endorsed
Exeter EX4
I offer a fully confidential, non-judgemental evidence-based approach to general therapy, sex & relationship therapy and recovery from sexual, emotional and psychological trauma online or in person from clinic in Jersey.
Sometimes we may feel that everything we experience in life is difficult, challenging or simply doesn't make sense anymore. The amount of pressure we need to handle every day combined with all these repressed and unprocessed memories of things we never dealt with can easily lead to many psycho-physical issues. We all possess physical, mental/emotional and sexual healths. When our physical health needs attention, we go to see a doctor. Sadly, we often disregard the latter. We think we can handle it all, where in fact we are getting weaker, less resilient to adversities and prone to negative feelings & reactions.
I offer a fully confidential, non-judgemental evidence-based approach to general therapy, sex & relationship therapy and recovery from sexual, emotional and psychological trauma online or in person from clinic in Jersey.
Sometimes we may feel that everything we experience in life is difficult, challenging or simply doesn't make sense anymore. The amount of pressure we need to handle every day combined with all these repressed and unprocessed memories of things we never dealt with can easily lead to many psycho-physical issues. We all possess physical, mental/emotional and sexual healths. When our physical health needs attention, we go to see a doctor. Sadly, we often disregard the latter. We think we can handle it all, where in fact we are getting weaker, less resilient to adversities and prone to negative feelings & reactions.
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Jess Hoar
Counsellor
Online Only
Sex can sometimes feel like a taboo topic, making it feel pretty uncomfortable to talk about.
Psychosexual therapy can explore a range of areas including: exploring your relationship with sex; ejaculation and erection difficulties; loss of desire/libido; pain during sex (vaginismus, dyspareunia); difficulty reaching orgasm; sex after children; body image; achieving your sexual goals; issues with pornography; relationship conflict; shame; and illness.
Sex can sometimes feel like a taboo topic, making it feel pretty uncomfortable to talk about.
Psychosexual therapy can explore a range of areas including: exploring your relationship with sex; ejaculation and erection difficulties; loss of desire/libido; pain during sex (vaginismus, dyspareunia); difficulty reaching orgasm; sex after children; body image; achieving your sexual goals; issues with pornography; relationship conflict; shame; and illness.
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Leanne Winter
Counsellor, MBACP
3 Endorsed
Welcome to my profile. I work with adults and young people, individuals and couples who are struggling in their relationships—whether romantic, family, friendships, or at work. You may feel stuck in repeating patterns, experience conflict or distance, or find it hard to communicate your needs. Some clients come feeling hurt, rejected, or unsure of their role in relationships. Together, we create a safe, non-judgmental space to explore what’s happening beneath the surface. I help you understand patterns, strengthen communication, and build healthier, more fulfilling connections.
Welcome to my profile. I work with adults and young people, individuals and couples who are struggling in their relationships—whether romantic, family, friendships, or at work. You may feel stuck in repeating patterns, experience conflict or distance, or find it hard to communicate your needs. Some clients come feeling hurt, rejected, or unsure of their role in relationships. Together, we create a safe, non-judgmental space to explore what’s happening beneath the surface. I help you understand patterns, strengthen communication, and build healthier, more fulfilling connections.
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Renata | Sex Therapy Individuals & Couples
Psychotherapist, COSRT General
Exeter EX4
I support individuals and couples through a range of sexual challenges and interests aiming at enhancing pleasure, improving sex life and relationships.
I have vast experience in supporting clients struggling through trauma and sexual abuse. Currently, I work with sex and relationship issues. My therapy approach is based on sexology studies, evidence-based talking therapy & somatic principles of bringing awareness to the body. I draw on elements of ISTDP, an approach that helps you connect with emotions.
I support individuals and couples through a range of sexual challenges and interests aiming at enhancing pleasure, improving sex life and relationships.
I have vast experience in supporting clients struggling through trauma and sexual abuse. Currently, I work with sex and relationship issues. My therapy approach is based on sexology studies, evidence-based talking therapy & somatic principles of bringing awareness to the body. I draw on elements of ISTDP, an approach that helps you connect with emotions.
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Janine Hayward
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello. Do you struggle with anxiety, work, relationships or parenting stress? Are you overwhelmed, worried, depressed, stuck, low in self-esteem or navigating ADHD, Autism? You are not alone. Does your need to be perfect take up too much time? Is trauma, an illness, a major loss or death hurting you? It doesn't have to be that way. The team & I help people like you understand distress, learn new skills for managing uncomfortable emotions and thoughts, improve relationships, motivation, find meaning and focus. We're Clinical Psychologists (HCPC) with >10 years of experience delivering effective therapy to kids, teens and adults.
Hello. Do you struggle with anxiety, work, relationships or parenting stress? Are you overwhelmed, worried, depressed, stuck, low in self-esteem or navigating ADHD, Autism? You are not alone. Does your need to be perfect take up too much time? Is trauma, an illness, a major loss or death hurting you? It doesn't have to be that way. The team & I help people like you understand distress, learn new skills for managing uncomfortable emotions and thoughts, improve relationships, motivation, find meaning and focus. We're Clinical Psychologists (HCPC) with >10 years of experience delivering effective therapy to kids, teens and adults.
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Ricky Williamson
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Struggling with meaning and purpose in life, spirituality or the lack of it, the big questions, or a difficult experience? Anxiety or depression? I am an experienced therapist with a background in philosophy and psychedelic integration, and I looking forward to hearing from you. I have an MA in Philosophy from the University of Amsterdam. I trained at the Psychosynthesis Trust in London, which is a Transpersonal form of therapy; grounded in psychodynamic therapy, but also accepting of the more mystical, metaphysical side of life. I am also Head of Editorial at The Institute of Art and Ideas and HowTheLightGetsIn festival.
Struggling with meaning and purpose in life, spirituality or the lack of it, the big questions, or a difficult experience? Anxiety or depression? I am an experienced therapist with a background in philosophy and psychedelic integration, and I looking forward to hearing from you. I have an MA in Philosophy from the University of Amsterdam. I trained at the Psychosynthesis Trust in London, which is a Transpersonal form of therapy; grounded in psychodynamic therapy, but also accepting of the more mystical, metaphysical side of life. I am also Head of Editorial at The Institute of Art and Ideas and HowTheLightGetsIn festival.
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Claudia Denington Mbacp Dip Couns
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
I work with both couples and individuals who are finding things difficult, and feeling disconnected, or stuck. Whether that’s within a long-term relationship, a relationship in crisis, or in your own inner world. I support individuals with various challenges including anxiety, depression, burnout, stress, low self-esteem, ADHD, sexual trauma, work-related difficulties, and relationship issues. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed or unsure how to move forward; others arrive with a clearer focus on what they’d like to change, whether that’s within a relationship or within themselves.
I work with both couples and individuals who are finding things difficult, and feeling disconnected, or stuck. Whether that’s within a long-term relationship, a relationship in crisis, or in your own inner world. I support individuals with various challenges including anxiety, depression, burnout, stress, low self-esteem, ADHD, sexual trauma, work-related difficulties, and relationship issues. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed or unsure how to move forward; others arrive with a clearer focus on what they’d like to change, whether that’s within a relationship or within themselves.
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Rookhaya Gray
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Online Only
I am a UKCP-accredited Psychotherapist and CBT practitioner, offering online therapy. With over 15 years of working with blue-chip organisations in South Africa and the UK, I bring a unique blend of clinical expertise and commercial insight into my practice. I have worked extensively with employees, management, and organisational stakeholders, providing mental health support, critical incident response, and wellbeing programmes that promote resilience and growth.
I am a UKCP-accredited Psychotherapist and CBT practitioner, offering online therapy. With over 15 years of working with blue-chip organisations in South Africa and the UK, I bring a unique blend of clinical expertise and commercial insight into my practice. I have worked extensively with employees, management, and organisational stakeholders, providing mental health support, critical incident response, and wellbeing programmes that promote resilience and growth.
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Claire Cook (Willingham)
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
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.
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Dana Corfield
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Torquay TQ2
Life can sometimes feel heavy and overwhelming. I offer a calm, private, and confidential space where you can share thoughts and feelings. Perhaps your relationship feels lost under the pressures of family life, intimacy has faded, or work has left you feeling unhappy and disconnected. You may also be coping with painful life changes such as divorce or bereavement. Counselling is your time — a space to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what truly matters to you. Together, we’ll explore what you hope to gain from therapy and how I can best support you, using the most up-to-date understanding, skills, and approaches.
Life can sometimes feel heavy and overwhelming. I offer a calm, private, and confidential space where you can share thoughts and feelings. Perhaps your relationship feels lost under the pressures of family life, intimacy has faded, or work has left you feeling unhappy and disconnected. You may also be coping with painful life changes such as divorce or bereavement. Counselling is your time — a space to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what truly matters to you. Together, we’ll explore what you hope to gain from therapy and how I can best support you, using the most up-to-date understanding, skills, and approaches.
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Mike Jackson
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Taunton TA1
I’m Mike, a qualified counsellor and supervisor with extensive experience supporting adults and young people for over 10 years. I work in a person-centred way using an integrative approach, drawing on humanistic, CBT, Mindfulness, solution-focused, and creative methods. I hold a Level 5 Diploma and am an accredited member of the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (MNCPS Acc.). I offer face-to-face sessions in Puriton, as well as online and telephone counselling. The sessional fees are sliding scale £35–£65.
I’m Mike, a qualified counsellor and supervisor with extensive experience supporting adults and young people for over 10 years. I work in a person-centred way using an integrative approach, drawing on humanistic, CBT, Mindfulness, solution-focused, and creative methods. I hold a Level 5 Diploma and am an accredited member of the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (MNCPS Acc.). I offer face-to-face sessions in Puriton, as well as online and telephone counselling. The sessional fees are sliding scale £35–£65.
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Ellie Collins
Counsellor, MBACP
3 Endorsed
I specialise in working with presenting issues such as neurodivergency, bereavement, relationship issues, childhood trauma, narcissistic abuse, self-esteem, identitity issues and many more.
I specialise in working with presenting issues such as neurodivergency, bereavement, relationship issues, childhood trauma, narcissistic abuse, self-esteem, identitity issues and many more.
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Richard Robins
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I work with all adults and young people who come to me with a diverse range of presenting issues, with a particular emphasis on addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. My belief rests on the notion that every person possesses an innate drive to achieve their utmost potential, to grow, and to become the finest version of themselves. This belief serves as a guiding principle as I strive to create a confidential, supportive, empathic, and non-judgemental environment.
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I work with all adults and young people who come to me with a diverse range of presenting issues, with a particular emphasis on addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. My belief rests on the notion that every person possesses an innate drive to achieve their utmost potential, to grow, and to become the finest version of themselves. This belief serves as a guiding principle as I strive to create a confidential, supportive, empathic, and non-judgemental environment.
01935 312707 View 01935 312707
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EMDR and Psychodynamic @Traumatology Ltd
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I'm Hannah and I am an integrative therapist specialising in using eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to treat a wide range of psychological issues. I am highly trained in psychotherapy, neuroscience and trauma and believe that our current issues can often be traced back to early adverse experiences in childhood. Compared to standard talking therapy EMDR generally takes a shorter amount of time to get to the root cause of the issue. Rather than just dealing with symptom management (like CBT), EMDR therapy works directly with the cause of your distress.
I'm Hannah and I am an integrative therapist specialising in using eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to treat a wide range of psychological issues. I am highly trained in psychotherapy, neuroscience and trauma and believe that our current issues can often be traced back to early adverse experiences in childhood. Compared to standard talking therapy EMDR generally takes a shorter amount of time to get to the root cause of the issue. Rather than just dealing with symptom management (like CBT), EMDR therapy works directly with the cause of your distress.
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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.
Many of my clients are also neurodivergent and/or LGBTQIA+. As a Clinical Sexologist, I work with sexual issues including low desire, mismatched sexual desire, and compulsive sexual behaviour (sometimes incorrectly called " sex addiction"). I work for StopSO seeing sexual offenders and people attracted to younger people, both before and after "The Knock".
Experienced & BACP Accredited, sex-positive Gender, Sexuality & Relationship Diversity (GSRD) therapist working with LGBTQIA+ people.
Many of my clients are also neurodivergent and/or LGBTQIA+. As a Clinical Sexologist, I work with sexual issues including low desire, mismatched sexual desire, and compulsive sexual behaviour (sometimes incorrectly called " sex addiction"). I work for StopSO seeing sexual offenders and people attracted to younger people, both before and after "The Knock".
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Who is sex therapy for?
Sex problems are common in relationships. Many people want a better sex life and want to feel loved and desired by their partner. It is difficult for couples to resolve sexual problems on their own because people often feel ashamed to talk about their sexual desires fearing they are not normal, when in fact a very broad range of preferences and behaviors are normal. A sex therapist can help clarify this and other matters.

Why do people need sex therapy?
Many people do not know how to talk about their erotic needs or their emotional needs, both of which are addressed in sex therapy. Couples often live with sexual difficulties for years before seeking help, and in that time, partners may experience so much disappointment and alienation that they may fear their problems mean they are incompatible. Once people experience disappointment, it is difficult to find resolution without help.

What happens in sex therapy?
People have many misconceptions about what takes place in sex therapy. First, it is a form of talk therapy in which partners discuss their sexual concerns; it does not involve touching or physical exploration of any kind. Sex therapy typically helps couples get comfortable talking to each other about sex so that, in the privacy of their home life, they can openly discuss their sexual desires and make decisions about what they want to do. Couples are typically assigned activities to do at home that build intimacy skills.

What kinds of problems do sex therapists treat?
Very often, partners differ in their degree of sexual desire and struggle over how often to have sex. Or they may have fights about porn use or have difficulty connecting sexually after one partner is unfaithful. Men may have problems with premature ejaculation. Women may find themselves struggling to become aroused or to achieve an orgasm. Sometimes partners feel like they have lost the sense of attraction to their partner. These are all common issues dealt with in sex therapy.