Counselling in Plymouth
Tamar Valley Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified
Life is rarely straightforward and it's not always easy untangle things on your own. Psychotherapy offers the opportunity to slow down and take a bit of time to look at the conditions of our lives. From there we can start to develop awareness of how we think, feel and respond to relationships and the situations we find ourselves in. Sometimes past circumstances can come to determine how we deal with things in the present. Psychotherapy aims to help us identify patterns and choose what to change. Working through issues in this way can create more choices in how we respond to others and the circumstances of our lives.
Rainbow Counselling SW
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
I offer down to earth support to people feeling lost, alone, powerless, confused, judged, ashamed, and unsure how to cope. My services can help you to feel heard, validated, and empowered, whilst gaining personal insight and clarity. This can help you to adapt unhelpful beliefs and find a way forward through whatever you are experiencing. I hope to help you to listen to your emotions without losing control to them, and to feel a sense of wholeness, self acceptance, and confidence in your ability to cope.
Chrysalis Therapeutic Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
It's never easy to take the first step towards feeling better about yourself. Have you always placed your own wellbeing at the bottom of your priority list? You may now recognise that your struggles with mental health are having an impact in all areas of your life, including your relationships? You might have become distant and withdrawn; or noticed the impact your physical health. Life feels like hard work when you feel down, stressed, or depressed. Or do you need a safe space for personal development? You may also be wishing to develop a greater self-confidence, or tools to cope more effectively with what life throws at you.
Dragonfly Counselling and Psychotherapy
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
Elizabeth is dedicated to supporting people with anxiety, depression, stress and mental health issues, for your emotional wellbeing. You might find yourself repeating unhelpful patterns of behaviour, or a past experience has had an impact on your life and the time as come to make sense of them. Maybe you would like to take some time to get to know yourself. Dragonfly Counselling & Psychotherapy offers a confidential, supportive, and safe space to reflect. My person centred approach means that together we will prioritise your needs, develop your own self, understand and express your feelings and process any inner conflicts.
Rosalind Townsend
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Verified
Are you affected by anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, anger or addiction? Are you overwhelmed or disheartened by difficulties relating to life challenges or changes? Do you need support to re-think or repair a relationship, or to reassess priorities or work-life balance? If so, I can help. My aim, if you choose to work with me, is that you will leave each session feeling a little better, more hopeful and more confident in your ability to recover, or make the changes that you would like to see in your life.
Joanna Godding
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Hi, I am an Attachment Focused Counsellor, Creative Arts and Play Therapist working with Children, Adolescents and Families. My clinic is located In Plympton PL7 1RF. I have been working with vulnerable Children and Adolescents within private and educational settings for over 15 years. I am registered with the BACP & PTUK.
Laura Hine
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
People generally look for a counsellor because they feel stuck or unable to move forward from unhelpful thoughts and behaviour patterns. You could struggle to connect with others and maintain healthy relationships. You may also feel like you can’t keep up with the people around you; as though everyone is doing better than you are. Self-acceptance and self-worth may be a problem, especially if you are suffering from anxiety and depression. Do you want to move forward and build yourself a sustainable future?
Yvonne Beechfield
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
If you have been feeling sad and if negative thoughts are dominating thinking, being in lockdown will be difficult. Fears and uncertainties that we can keep in check whilst working, socialising, exercising and generally going about daily life are going to resurface. Talking does help. It gives you the chance to bring all your concerns and worries into a safe space where I can help you sort through each of them. With careful exploration we can identify what you might like to change and how to make the change. Life will feel easier and lighter as you start to gain control over how you choose to live it.
Dr Victoria Brown
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Hello. The decision to start therapy shows courage to face into and tackle issues and choices in life. This might be addressing a specific problem or challenge, or it may be about trying to make sense of things that have happened to you, or patterns that have become stuck. I am trained as a psychologist, psychotherapist and coach so we can work in the way that suits you best. I work with adults and adolescents (16+) using creative and evidence based approaches to support new ways of being. This includes people suffering with anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), low self-esteem but also more general challenges.
Rebecca Mansell
With much lived experience and qualifications in counselling and psychology, I am able to create a safe space for you to confide your difficulties and problems, inviting you to share what concerns you most and in return to provide you with compassion and acceptance.
Adele Selley
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
I am a fully qualified, experienced Counsellor who may be able to help you. My counselling aims to suit each person as an individual. Over the years I have found that my work as a Counsellor has become more of a passion rather than simply a profession. Previous clients have stated that they have found me to be a warm, caring Counsellor who is very approachable. I am a registered member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and work by their Code of Ethics which includes monthly supervision. Please take a look at my Website : http://newleafcounsellingplymouth.co.uk
Donna Whitley Therapy
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
How do you choose a counsellor that you will feel comfortable with and who has the experience to help you? Well I am happy to offer a free telephone consultation! I appreciate that you are investing in counselling because you want to make changes BUT that time and money are precious. We can talk through any questions you may have and in doing this, I hope that I make you feel relaxed and open to talk and that you feel listened to. That you also feel reassured because of my experience in short term and long term therapy through private practice and through Devon Mind
Caroline Ann Stevens
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
I understand that talking about troubling personal issues can feel really difficult sometimes yet working with a counsellor can help you to unlock that difficulty. I am friendly, easy to talk to and keen to help if you feel that talking to a professional might help you. I currently work in a counselling agency in Plymouth as well as running my own practice so have a range of experience working with many different people in many different situations.
Paul Vivian
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
My clients are looking to process past trauma and move on to a better quality of life. They are stuck in damaging and unhelpful cycles and would like to be able to embrace a more 'here and now' feeling. They have often experienced childhood trauma such as sexual abuse which has left them struggling to form and maintain healthy relationships. They need someone to listen to their story without judgement and who will offer a genuine therapeutic relationship that accepts who they are and challenges them to overcome the barriers that hold them back.
Seascape counselling & psychotherapy
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified
I know it's never easy taking the first step asking for help when you are struggling with life. We place ourselves at the bottom of list when it comes to our own well-being. Have you reached a point where you are beginning to notice your mental health is starting to impact those around you or maybe you no longer enjoy the things that used to bring you joy. Has your physical health changed, are you distant and withdrawn towards others, or maybe you put on an "act" when you around others to avoid others seeing you as you really are. Or maybe you wish to develop a greater self-confidence, or tools to cope more effectively with life?
Find a Voice Counselling & Psychotherapy BA(Hons)
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
ONLINE TELEPHONE FACE2FACE Welcome to “Find a voice…” I am a qualified BACP registered Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I offer Humanistic, psychodynamic, creative and cognitive behavioural therapy. We are all diverse human beings and completely individual in our needs and our preferences therefor each session is led by the individual needs of my clients. Talking about our feelings and emotions can be hard and taking the first steps in to therapy is possibly the hardest part of the journey. I offer a free initial 30 min session to see how you feel and how you would like to move forward. Sliding scale concessions.
Kerry O'Gorman
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
I am offering a low cost counselling service. Through my voluntary work I see the real need for assessable counselling and I am now able to provide that through Zoom or telephone. I first discovered counselling when I was referred to one many years ago. The experience for me was life changing. It was one of my first relationships that valued my choices and it and me gave me the tools, knowledge and courage to make changes in my life. I believe no one will know the truth about themselves until you find it by yourself. In doing so will give you greater value and empower you to make your own choices.
Ben Selby Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified
As a person centred therapist, I help clients to make positive life changes across a wide range of areas. Together, we can help you to take control of your life, improve your self confidence and unlock your true potential. I have over 16 years of experience, which has given me the knowledge and tools to guide clients through any situation they may be experiencing. I'm based in the tranquil environment of the Millfields in Stonehouse and offer flexible appointments (including early evening appointments). If you can't come to me, we can even use FaceTime for our appointments!
Mandy Cooper
Counsellor, MNCS Accred
Verified
It can be daunting reaching out to a counsellor and my hope is that I make this process as straightforward as possible for you. I have a warm, relaxed style and I am committed to ensuring the best outcomes for you. I work with adults and have experience of working with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety and low self-esteem. Often these issues can arise from our relationships with other people or from a significant loss. I can offer you a space in which to explore how you may have been affected by issues such as domestic abuse, childhood trauma, bereavement or problems in your current relationships with others.
Marcia Morton
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
It can be quite scary making the first steps to looking for a counsellor and it also takes a lot of strength and bravery . Sometimes life events and situations can leave us with a feeling of being stuck , maybe with grief , anxiety , stress or underlying trauma thats stopping you from living a happy life .
See more therapy options for Plymouth
What type of mental health professional is right for me?
Some of the most common types of mental health providers in Plymouth are psychologists, licensed counsellors, therapists, and psychotherapists, all of whom diagnose mental health conditions and provide individualised treatment.
Services offered, education, and credentials vary by type of mental health professional. Each professional in Plymouth then may specialise in certain areas, such as depression, marriage counselling, or anxiety. Although many mental health providers are not licensed to prescribe medication, they may coordinate with a provider who can.
Both in-person and online therapy sessions are available from most psychologists.
Services offered, education, and credentials vary by type of mental health professional. Each professional in Plymouth then may specialise in certain areas, such as depression, marriage counselling, or anxiety. Although many mental health providers are not licensed to prescribe medication, they may coordinate with a provider who can.
Both in-person and online therapy sessions are available from most psychologists.
How to find a specialist?
You can refine your search using the filters on this page. There are several categories you can filter by to find mental health professionals with the experience you are looking for. You may want to filter for CBT Psychologists in Plymouth, or Child Psychologists in Plymouth.
Many find it useful to use filters to view only psychologists that have experience working with certain issues, like Plymouth psychologists specialising in EMDR.
Many find it useful to use filters to view only psychologists that have experience working with certain issues, like Plymouth psychologists specialising in EMDR.
What method of therapy is right for me?
When it comes to treatment methods, there's no 'right way.’ Each method of therapy can be beneficial for a variety of issues. Psychologists in Plymouth specialise in therapeutic approaches such as CBT, EMDR, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), among others. Finding a psychologist or counsellor who is a good fit for you is the most important step to discovering what type of therapy, or combination of therapeutic approaches, will meet your individual needs. Learn what to expect from different types of therapy and how they work.
Can I afford counselling?
Yes. Most counsellors offer reasonable rates or will work on a sliding scale basis. Many accept health insurance. Feel free to discuss this when you contact the counsellor.