Counselling in Sidmouth
Anna Ferris
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified
I am a BACP registered psychotherapist with over a decade of experience of working with adults of all ages. I can help with the following issues; depression and anxiety, trauma, self-injury, emotional intensity, ADHD / ASD, LGBTQ difficulties, disability, carer stress.
Linda Macaulay
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
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.
Hannah Duncan
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Good therapy is about change: changing reactions, behaviours, a difficult aspect of self, challenging attitudes/beliefs about yourself or your story. I love working with clients who are prepared to jump in, take risks and seek solutions - this is the way to ensure real change. I will jump in and risk too. I value being human and involved in the therapy and am also practically minded and view the best wisdom as something that can directly be applied to life. A supervisee recently described me as "real, relational, ordinary, practical and not floaty/wispy". I like to incorporate psychoeducation and relevant theoretical information.
Tina Welch Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Hello and a very warm welcome, I hope this page will inform you about me & what I can offer you as your counsellor, I'm more then willing to have a chat about any aspects of counselling or concerns you may have without any obligation to book an appointment. I work with Individuals, Couples and Families & can offer flexible appointments times including evenings. I feel very passionate about my work & deeply commit to offering a sincere, caring, confidential & professional space. Throughout my years as a counsellor I have been very privileged to witness many people make lasting positive changes.
Mary Goodwill
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Hello, my name is Mary – If you are here, you are most welcome .. I provide ‘Talking Therapy’ face-to-face in Ottery St Mary and/or online anywhere you are, priced at £40 p/h, with concessionary rates. Challenges in life face us all and may blinker our way ahead. Whatever might be troubling you – past, present, or future issues, I’m here to: Provide a safe, inclusive, comfortable, confidential space; somewhere you’re wellbeing is valued; Build a trusting, warm psychotherapeutic relationship, in which to discover more about yourself; Listen with empathy, openness, and non-judgement; Work collaboratively with you.
Julia Holden
Counsellor, MUKCP
Verified
Starting therapy takes courage and persistence. If you have been contemplating change and now feel ready to proceed then you have already taken the first step. You now need to find a therapist that feels right. So the initial session is useful for this. In this first session I will collaborate with you to plan a way forward in easy to manage stages and offer tools to assist this process. If I feel I cannot help you I will tell you immediately and you can go on to explore other options. My aim is to work in a time limited fashion and I will estimate the number of sessions we may need.
Paul Brennan
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
I offer both in person and online support for people experiencing grief, loss or struggling with change. This can be bereavement, loss of a job, end of a relationship or simply feeling a bit lost in life itself. I also work with men's issues as well as LGBT concerns. I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space to unpack issues, explore your feelings and better understand what is going on for you. You may be feeling lost, anxious, uncertain or scared. That's understandable. That's okay. Considering counselling is a brave step. Well done for coming this far. Let's work together to try and find a way forward for you.
Kate Floyer
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Life can feel like an uphill struggle sometimes. Therapy is a space where we can discover the obstacles that might be holding you back, and unpack them so that you’re able to navigate life with more self-belief and self-acceptance. Therapy can create change, growth, or it might simply be the first step towards living the life you want to. My aim is to offer you support and provide a space that is comfortable, calm, and free from judgement. Your needs are at the centre of our therapeutic journey together
louise Riley
Psychotherapist, MA
My name is Louise and I’m a qualified Private practitioner holding a Masters Degree in Dance Movement Psychotherapy (DMP). I specialise in working with children and adults with Anxiety and anxiety related issues, medically unexplained symptoms (MUS), Trauma, Low self esteem and confidence, Loss, Attachment, Dementia, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. I’m a member of ADMP (Association of dance movement psychotherapy) whose guidelines I follow.
Carys Puleston
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
I offer a confidential and friendly space for clients who want to explore any aspect of their lives which is holding them back or stealing their joy. Issues clients bring to me include things such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, loss and trauma. My aim is to support my clients to find a way forward which works for them as individuals; helping them achieve their goals and make the changes they want to see in their lives. I have a particular specialism in eating disorders, all types of issues with food, and body image concerns.
Samantha Layzell
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Hi, my name is Samantha and I am a person-centred counsellor based in Honiton, Devon. I am a registered member of the BACP, offering individual counselling to adults aged 18+. I have experience working with adults aged 19-80, online and face to face and currently have availability to work with new clients. I have previously volunteered my counselling services at SAFE ltd. working with survivors of domestic violence and working with trauma. I work range of issues including self worth, anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse, shame, stresses of everyday life. People come to counselling for many reasons, there is no size fits all approach.
John Doré
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Coming to counselling can feel a little daunting; sharing some of our private thoughts and feelings with someone that we do not know can be hard and can feel a little strange. I will help to make you feel comfortable and at ease by offering you a safe, confidential space for you to talk openly, and at a pace that suits you. I am committed to ensuring that you will feel heard, accepted and understood and I will make every effort to appreciate what it is like to be you and to help you understand your feelings and emotions.
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Helen Inman
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
My clients are at the heart of every session, creating a welcoming, safe and relaxed atmosphere where communication can flow freely and openly. The most important thing is that you are comfortable, at ease and feel able to talk. I aim to help you see your challenges more clearly and to face the problems with less anxiety and tension. It can be an opportunity to think and speak your truth without fear of judgement. I am trained to incorporate techniques associated with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Guided Visualisation, Psycho-dynamic Therapy and Transactional Analysis amongst others into my work.
Catherine C Davies
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified
I specialise in the field of unresolved grief, loss and trauma. I use EMDR to treat single or complex post traumatic stress including combat PTSD. I also have experience of supporting the emotional wellbeing of health professionals (or other professions at high risk of vicarious trauma or chronic pressures). Over the last twelve years as a humanistic integrative counsellor, psychotherapist and supervisor in a busy NHS environment, I have also experienced a broad spectrum of clients' concerns and struggles.
Paula Bowen-Scott
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
I work mainly with adults from all walks of life, all looking to find a more meaningful and fulfilling way of living. Whatever your issues are, together we will explore why you are feeling this way, and work towards change. We will look at what has led to your current issues and what it is you are looking for in order to create those changes. I have a lot of experience working not only face to face but also online and via phone. There is always a choice of a better way of feeling but we sometimes get stuck and unable to find a way forward alone. I can help you to untangle how you are feeling and clear the way for a new path.
Paula Sharland
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
One of the main things that I love about my counselling work is the unique opportunity it gives me to be alongside and encourage you in the good times and bad times. I strongly believe that life should not be a lonely journey and I value the relationship element of counselling above all else. We can all at times be surrounded by others but feel completely alone in our thoughts or our troubles, not wanting to burden those we love. Through my work I have the privilege to travel alongside people as they bravely face their issues, creating with them moments of sanctuary in which they can gain perspective and find their way.
Philippa Joy Goddard
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
I believe that life is a gift; yet, at times, it can feel quite the opposite. Sometimes, we can feel overwhelmed by our difficulties. Often, a trained, non-judgmental and objective ear can help order one's thoughts, challenge ingrained patterns of behaviour, and manage emotions.
Paula Dishman
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified
I am a very experienced psychotherapist, counsellor and supervisor based in both central Exeter and London. I provide a confidential, safe and impartial space where you can talk about difficult thoughts or emotional issues. I specialise in working with my clients to improve their quality of life and relationships. My role in offering both counselling and psychotherapy is to help you make sense of what you are experiencing, develop the skills to know and accept yourself and to make changes that are right for you.
Emily King Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Everyone experiences difficulties at some point in their lives, even those who we may regard as the strong ones. It can be a lonely and overwhelming time, one of the hardest tasks is making the first step to reach out for help, so well done for managing to come this far. The aim of Counselling is to provide a safe, secure and non-judgemental environment in which any concerns or issues can be discussed.
Rachael Walker
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Hello, I'm Rachael. I have a warm, down to earth approach and I can offer you my empathy, support and kindness. I want to listen and validate the difficult emotions you are experiencing. I provide a secure place, where you will be able to talk about your thoughts and feelings in confidence, without the fear of being judged. I know the thought of having counselling can be daunting, but I will help you to feel comfortable and relaxed. All my clients and their issues are extremely important to me, so there is no such thing as a client or an issue being ‘unimportant,’ or a problem being too ‘minor’. The sessions are all about you...
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What type of mental health professional is right for me?
Some of the most common types of mental health providers in Sidmouth 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 Sidmouth 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 Sidmouth 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 Sidmouth, or Child Psychologists in Sidmouth.
Many find it useful to use filters to view only psychologists that have experience working with certain issues, like Sidmouth psychologists specialising in EMDR.
Many find it useful to use filters to view only psychologists that have experience working with certain issues, like Sidmouth 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 Sidmouth 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.