Suicidal Ideation Counselling in Ottery Saint Mary
You may feel weighed down by trauma, grief, anxiety, or the impact of painful experiences that feel too heavy to carry alone. Perhaps you’re a survivor of abuse or violence, living with chronic illness, or struggling with relationships and self-worth. You may long for relief, understanding, and a supportive space where every part of you is accepted. Maybe you want to make sense of your story, process difficult memories, or discover new ways of coping. Together, we can explore your experiences, honour your strengths, and move toward clarity, resilience, renewed hope, and meaningful new possibilities for the future.
You may feel weighed down by trauma, grief, anxiety, or the impact of painful experiences that feel too heavy to carry alone. Perhaps you’re a survivor of abuse or violence, living with chronic illness, or struggling with relationships and self-worth. You may long for relief, understanding, and a supportive space where every part of you is accepted. Maybe you want to make sense of your story, process difficult memories, or discover new ways of coping. Together, we can explore your experiences, honour your strengths, and move toward clarity, resilience, renewed hope, and meaningful new possibilities for the future.
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.
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.
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.
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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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.
I offer a safe space for my clients to explore their difficulties without fear of judgement. I am compassionate, supportive and gentle challenging psychologist. My experience has come from working as a psychotherapist in NHS mental health services. I work in an integrative way and I use diagnostic labels cautiously to avoid medicalising notions of distress.
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.
I offer a safe space for my clients to explore their difficulties without fear of judgement. I am compassionate, supportive and gentle challenging psychologist. My experience has come from working as a psychotherapist in NHS mental health services. I work in an integrative way and I use diagnostic labels cautiously to avoid medicalising notions of distress.
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.
Do you ever feel lost and not sure which way to turn?
Reaching out for counselling can feel daunting, especially if your thoughts feel scattered, you’re carrying too much, or life feels messy and overwhelming.
We all have times where we struggle – whether it be with self-esteem, neuro-divergence, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addiction, anger or relationships. And the bravest thing you can do is ask for help.
Talking together we can discover what's impacting you now. What's holding you back or causing distress? By understanding your story and what does (or doesn't) work for you we can look towards improving your future.
Do you ever feel lost and not sure which way to turn?
Reaching out for counselling can feel daunting, especially if your thoughts feel scattered, you’re carrying too much, or life feels messy and overwhelming.
We all have times where we struggle – whether it be with self-esteem, neuro-divergence, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addiction, anger or relationships. And the bravest thing you can do is ask for help.
Talking together we can discover what's impacting you now. What's holding you back or causing distress? By understanding your story and what does (or doesn't) work for you we can look towards improving your future.
I am a fully insured and qualified Counsellor Accredited with the BACP, working with teens to seniors, coming from different backgrounds and life experiences both face to face or online. Sessions are ran entirely at your individual pace and specific to your needs and ways of working. They are also open ended, meaning you are not bound to a set amount of sessions. I work with a whole multitude of areas, not just what is set out on this profile, and you’re always welcome to enquire if you are unsure. My office is also pet friendly, so you’re welcome to bring your furry friend with you, and is fully wheelchair accessible.
I am a fully insured and qualified Counsellor Accredited with the BACP, working with teens to seniors, coming from different backgrounds and life experiences both face to face or online. Sessions are ran entirely at your individual pace and specific to your needs and ways of working. They are also open ended, meaning you are not bound to a set amount of sessions. I work with a whole multitude of areas, not just what is set out on this profile, and you’re always welcome to enquire if you are unsure. My office is also pet friendly, so you’re welcome to bring your furry friend with you, and is fully wheelchair accessible.
Hello, I’m Jo — thank you for taking the time to visit my profile. Deciding to reach out for support can feel like a daunting step, but it's also an incredibly important one, and I’m glad you’re considering it. Finding a space where you feel safe, understood, and supported is essential when it comes to therapy. I work to provide exactly that — whether it’s in-person, over the phone, or via video — so you can access support in the way that feels right for you.
I’m trained in a range of counselling approaches, which means we can shape the therapy around your individual needs, rather than trying to fit you into a one-size-fits-all mod
Hello, I’m Jo — thank you for taking the time to visit my profile. Deciding to reach out for support can feel like a daunting step, but it's also an incredibly important one, and I’m glad you’re considering it. Finding a space where you feel safe, understood, and supported is essential when it comes to therapy. I work to provide exactly that — whether it’s in-person, over the phone, or via video — so you can access support in the way that feels right for you.
I’m trained in a range of counselling approaches, which means we can shape the therapy around your individual needs, rather than trying to fit you into a one-size-fits-all mod
I'm a trauma informed counsellor offering a warm, supportive, and non-judgemental space. I work collaboratively and at your pace, supporting you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a way that feels safe and manageable.
My approach is client-led, grounded, and compassionate. I believe that each person is the expert in their own life, and my role is to offer a safe, confidential relationship where exploration, growth, and change can happen at a pace that feels right for you.
I'm a trauma informed counsellor offering a warm, supportive, and non-judgemental space. I work collaboratively and at your pace, supporting you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a way that feels safe and manageable.
My approach is client-led, grounded, and compassionate. I believe that each person is the expert in their own life, and my role is to offer a safe, confidential relationship where exploration, growth, and change can happen at a pace that feels right for you.
I've completed ASIST training, I'm suicide aware and ready to listen.
Hello and a warm welcome, my name is Emma and I'm a person-centred counsellor. I'm likely not the only profile you've looked at during your search, so well done for persevering, I hope whether it ends up being with me or another counsellor you find the support you need.
I've worked with clients from a variety of backgrounds, each unique and approaching counselling for various reasons. 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.
There's no right or wrong reason to seek out counselling.
I've completed ASIST training, I'm suicide aware and ready to listen.
Hello and a warm welcome, my name is Emma and I'm a person-centred counsellor. I'm likely not the only profile you've looked at during your search, so well done for persevering, I hope whether it ends up being with me or another counsellor you find the support you need.
I've worked with clients from a variety of backgrounds, each unique and approaching counselling for various reasons. 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.
There's no right or wrong reason to seek out counselling.
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.
Hi, my name is Jen. I’m an accredited integrative counsellor with over seven years of experience in private practice and more than 17 years working in mental health.
Hi, my name is Jen. I’m an accredited integrative counsellor with over seven years of experience in private practice and more than 17 years working in mental health.
Level 2 in Self harm & Suicide, MiSP - Mindfulness.
I offer affordable counselling helping you to process and move forward. Initial phone consultation would be free to help you decide if I am the right counsellor for you. I can offer face to face or online therapy sessions, whatever issues you bring such as anxiety, depression, trauma, loss & bereavement, low self-esteem & confidence, relationships and unhappiness with work, home or general unhappiness in a supportive environment offering compassion and kindness. I have experience working and supporting young people, families and Adults. I am a qualified EMDR and EFT trained therapist.
Level 2 in Self harm & Suicide, MiSP - Mindfulness.
I offer affordable counselling helping you to process and move forward. Initial phone consultation would be free to help you decide if I am the right counsellor for you. I can offer face to face or online therapy sessions, whatever issues you bring such as anxiety, depression, trauma, loss & bereavement, low self-esteem & confidence, relationships and unhappiness with work, home or general unhappiness in a supportive environment offering compassion and kindness. I have experience working and supporting young people, families and Adults. I am a qualified EMDR and EFT trained therapist.
Hi, I'm Christine - an experienced counsellor and EMDR therapist. My clients are usually looking for clarity about their lives, looking to experience feelings of peace and relief, and to develop a deeper sense of self-esteem and self-worth.
You may feel stuck, overwhelmed or disconnected. If you find yourself wondering “Why has this happened to me?” or “Why can’t I cope like everyone else?” Or perhaps you know exactly what’s going on, but feel unsure how to move forward, then I would like to help. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space to explore what’s happened to you and how it affects your life.
Hi, I'm Christine - an experienced counsellor and EMDR therapist. My clients are usually looking for clarity about their lives, looking to experience feelings of peace and relief, and to develop a deeper sense of self-esteem and self-worth.
You may feel stuck, overwhelmed or disconnected. If you find yourself wondering “Why has this happened to me?” or “Why can’t I cope like everyone else?” Or perhaps you know exactly what’s going on, but feel unsure how to move forward, then I would like to help. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space to explore what’s happened to you and how it affects your life.
Whether you serve on the frontline, mask your neurodivergence, or navigate life in the LGBT+ community, you deserve a safe space to drop your armor. With extensive experience supporting Armed Forces and NHS staff, I understand the crushing weight of occupational and childhood trauma, alongside complex bereavement.
I provide specalist coaching for those who want to understand their nurodivergence.
You don't need to be 'fixed', you need someone who gets it. You’re used to holding it together for everyone else; let me hold the space for you. Reach out today for a free consultati.
Whether you serve on the frontline, mask your neurodivergence, or navigate life in the LGBT+ community, you deserve a safe space to drop your armor. With extensive experience supporting Armed Forces and NHS staff, I understand the crushing weight of occupational and childhood trauma, alongside complex bereavement.
I provide specalist coaching for those who want to understand their nurodivergence.
You don't need to be 'fixed', you need someone who gets it. You’re used to holding it together for everyone else; let me hold the space for you. Reach out today for a free consultati.
Searching for a therapist can feel daunting, I can remember when I had to do it for myself. I have worked with a diverse range of clients, all of whom have many different reasons for seeking therapy. Whatever your reason for finding yourself here, I can offer you a space to feel not only listened to but truly heard without judgement.
Searching for a therapist can feel daunting, I can remember when I had to do it for myself. I have worked with a diverse range of clients, all of whom have many different reasons for seeking therapy. Whatever your reason for finding yourself here, I can offer you a space to feel not only listened to but truly heard without judgement.
In my approach to psychological therapy, I will work with you to first understand your struggles and to recognise how well-trodden paths often keep us stuck, repeating the pains of the past. Finding the words, and feeling the unconscious, together we can navigate our way to new grounds and start to pave a way to more hopeful, rewarding and empowering futures.
I use a number of tools to help you grow and eventually unearth the healing within your heart. At times, we will simply talk, at other times, we will draw out maps to help us find our way through the fog, and beyond this, we will learn through new exercises and experiences.
In my approach to psychological therapy, I will work with you to first understand your struggles and to recognise how well-trodden paths often keep us stuck, repeating the pains of the past. Finding the words, and feeling the unconscious, together we can navigate our way to new grounds and start to pave a way to more hopeful, rewarding and empowering futures.
I use a number of tools to help you grow and eventually unearth the healing within your heart. At times, we will simply talk, at other times, we will draw out maps to help us find our way through the fog, and beyond this, we will learn through new exercises and experiences.
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.
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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Suicidal Ideation Counsellors
How does therapy for suicidal ideation work?
Stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances can give rise to suicidal thinking. Therapy can address the events at the core of an individual’s suffering. Understanding why a person may be suicidal can help the therapist and the patient discover alternative methods of coping. A person with suicidal ideation may be mired in catastrophic thinking, and treatment like cognitive behavioural therapy is a good choice for breaking such patterns. In addition, treatment such as acceptance and commitment therapy can help a person manage their distress through better emotion regulation.
Which therapies are best for suicidal ideation?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioural, dialectical behaviour, psychodynamic, acceptance and commitment therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioural and dialectical behaviour therapies are two widely used therapies that can help individuals with painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual tolerate distress, regulate emotions, and not act on dangerous urges.
Are there specific medications to be combined with therapy?
The use of medication for suicidal thoughts must be aligned with the underlying cause; conditions such as depression, anxiety, and psychosis may be at the root of suicidal ideation. A psychiatrist may prescribe medications for symptoms, which may include antipsychotics such as aripiprazole or antidepressants such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for suicidal ideation?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Patients may see improvement within 15 to 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, perhaps, a six-month period. Still other patients, especially those with co-occurring conditions like major depression and anxiety, may need to continue sessions for up to 12 to 18 months. In some cases, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm.