Life can often feel challenging and even overwhelming at times. The therapeutic relationship between therapist and client, once formed is a safe, warm, non judgmental space that will allow the client to explore their worries and make sense of your feelings.

I specialise in CBT; EMDR, Attachment Focused EMDR (AF-EMDR); Mindfulness and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). I can also incorporate DBT-skills training where appropriate. I offer a warm therapeutic approach to adults over 18 with anxiety or depression difficulties, with a particular specialism in trauma. I have 15 years experience in the NHS and 5 years experience of private practice. I am registered with the HCPC; hold accreditation with the BABCP as a CBT Therapist and I am also an EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner.

The aim of therapy is to open up an exploration of the difficulties you may be facing, in a caring and sensitive way. It is a joint activity; you share what is of importance to you and that you feel ok to talk about. We look at how your difficulties connect with, and relate to, other areas of your life; your past, your relationships, your sense of identity, in a way that aims for greater self awareness, understanding and acceptance. Through exploring your concerns, your relationships and life experiences we would try to discover more helpful, compassionate ways of relating to yourself, to others and to being in the world.

Do you feel frustrated and know you are capable of doing so much more? Have you put other's needs before your own? If so, you are not alone. Many people settle for less than they are capable of. Living this way can lead to unhappiness and frustration which has a negative 'knock on effect' impacting on your relationships, career and well-being. This should not be you. Out of kindness you may think that you are helping those around you. However, if this is leaving you feeling unfulfilled and even resentful it can have a negative effect on your relationships and your health.

I have been working as a Psychotherapist for over 20 years. I work with individuals, couples and also offer supervision to counsellors, psychotherapists and organisatons. I work mainly longer term with clients although I am able to offer time limited. I work with many complex issues including childhood trauma, loss, critical self worth, panic attacks, anxiety, illness. My aim is to help clients understand and process how they got to where they are now and to move into a position where they feel able to make different choices that will help them live meaningful and fulfilling lives.

Hello and a warm welcome. We can experience life as easy-going, wonderful and enjoyable. However, there can be times when we struggle and find it hard to go through life or to cope with life's challenges. During these times it can be difficult to reach out and to talk to someone. This can feel quite lonely. As you are looking for a counsellor, you are taking the first step to no longer facing your difficulties on your own and to seek help. You may also seek counselling out of curiosity to understand yourself better.

We all struggle in life at one point or another, if you are dealing with: stress, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, past trauma, eating disorders, panic attacks, loss or bereavement and addiction, I can help. If things feel too much to manage on our own, counselling with me could help. I offer a confidential and safe environment in which we can explore difficulties and find the direction to lasting changes.

Hi, I'm Jo and thank you for taking the time to stop by my profile. So you've decided to take what feels like a scary yet very important step towards making a difference in your life and are looking for the right help with this - yes? Finding a safe, trustworthy and comfortable place is so important when it comes to therapy and I strive to offer this, either in my therapy room, via video link or over the phone, so that you can get help where ever you are. I'm trained in a variety of Counselling Theories so we can make the therapy fit you, rather than to try to fit you in to a 'therapy box' of one theory fits all.

I am an accredited counsellor/psychotherapist working with adults, young people aged 16+ and couples, both long-term and time-limited. I work privately and with a local counselling charity. I've been a school counsellor and volunteer in bereavement support. I work to shed light on how we relate to ourselves and to others and how this impacts our mood, our confidence, our outlook and self-esteem - and seek to uncover unhelpful patterns of behaviour. Counselling frees us up to think and feel differently, enabling us to foster healthy relationships, manage our internal conflicts,reconnect to our own strengths and choices.

I will work with you, facilitating understanding and awareness of your own process, so that you are able to make decisions which allow improved outcomes.

I specialise in Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT) along side other integrative therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Mindfulness. The framework my approach is built on is REBT, yet as each of us are different, I integrate the other therapies to suit individual needs. Some clients benefit more from rationalising thoughts and beliefs, some need help getting over the past, and some need help with moving forward.

Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. Life can be stressful, challenging and overwhelming. This can be influenced by issues such as relationship difficulties, general anxieties and worries, feelings of panic, low confidence and self esteem, bereavement, to name but a few. However, you may feel embarrassed, unable or unwilling to share your worries with friends or family. I can provide support, confidentiality and understanding to enable you to start to move forward. You do not need to go through this on your own.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, trying to juggle work and home life, coping with lockdown, or a critical situation such as miscarriage or postnatal depression, then talking to someone who understands can boost your recovery. Feeling exhausted, intrusive thoughts, guilt, sleep disturbance and anxiety are just some of the symptoms caused by stress. Having a dedicated time and space to explore things in-depth will help you to unravel what's going on and find a positive way forward to a calmer frame of mind. You'll become more confident, discovering your own ways to effect change, regain your equilibrium - find the real you again.

You have just made the first important step for change in your life. You are about to ask for help. Perhaps you are feeling low, anxious or even just stressed. Admitting the need for a counsellor can seem daunting. However, there are times when it helps to have someone outside our immediate circle to talk to and make sense of thoughts, feelings and/or circumstances. I offer a supportive, friendly, non-judgemental and confidential space where we can think about and explore together what's troubling you. It might be something you want to change, understand, or learn to accept.

As well as online video apps, I work in Exeter, Sidmouth and Taunton with adults, young people (7-18) and couples. Sometimes friends or family are unable to support you so an impartial professional can really help. Powerlessness, change, loneliness, grief and anxiety are just a few of the overwhelming feelings many are experiencing. There is no need to be alone in this. Call for a chat to see if, together, we can find a way forward.

Do you feel you have issues in your life that are hard to understand or explain? Do you feel like you are struggling with trauma or PTSD? How would you like to be able to peel back the covers of your problems, find the causes and put them right? Whilst therapy isn't quite as easy as that, with care and really strong support you may be suprised at how much change is possible!

I've found that most people who come to see me are struggling with some form of anxiety or stress, low self worth and/or depression (which they quite often don't recognise until we complete an inventory!) Worrying about what people think about them, anxious about social events, stressed at work, struggling to juggle everything and taking it out on family members, angry at the injustice of it all, feeling worthless and a lack of hope and teary. These are just some of the things that are creating problems in their lives until they come to see me and we create a shift by developing a rational, helpful mindset! Changing the beliefs.

I started training to be a counsellor because I had previously been through some deeply painful times in my life and having both survived – and benefited - from that experience, I decided to dedicate myself to supporting others so they could go on the similar journey. After several years I decided to further my studies at a post-graduate level and trained to be a psychotherapist so I could work at a deeper level and this has been most helpful. I also found that I was being approached by couples who wanted help with their relationship so I decided to train in couples psychotherapy which has been incredibly useful.

It’s normal and natural for life to feel overwhelming at times. When this happens, a safe, non-judgemental atmosphere can be exactly what is needed and I aim to give my clients the space and support they need to understand the issues they face. I offer private and confidential talking therapy, with the understanding that clients may be coming to therapy without knowing where to start - this is totally fine. My role is to guide clients through this process, with empathy and acceptance.

Effective, fast and practical help for anyone suffering from a range of issues including: • depression/low mood • panic attacks • phobias • low self-esteem • self-harming . eating disorders • poor concentration • relationship problems • anxiety and stress • anger problems • post-traumatic stress disorder including military (PTSD) • addiction (all kinds) • obsessions (OCD) • poor sleep