Divorce Counselling in Topsham

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Gavin Weir-Jones
Psychotherapist, MA, PNCPS Acc.
Topsham EX3
Hello, I am Gavin and with over four decades of life experience and 20+ years in therapeutic practice, I feel I offer my clients a seasoned wisdom, both grounded and compassionate. I welcome those who are seeking clarity, healing, or a renewed sense of connection — whether you are navigating some form of loss, change, or simply the quiet ache of feeling stuck or overwhelmed, together, we can explore what matters My clients range from their mid 20's to their 80's, scaffolders to doctors and those also qualified or in training in therapy or counselling
Hello, I am Gavin and with over four decades of life experience and 20+ years in therapeutic practice, I feel I offer my clients a seasoned wisdom, both grounded and compassionate. I welcome those who are seeking clarity, healing, or a renewed sense of connection — whether you are navigating some form of loss, change, or simply the quiet ache of feeling stuck or overwhelmed, together, we can explore what matters My clients range from their mid 20's to their 80's, scaffolders to doctors and those also qualified or in training in therapy or counselling
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Hayley Allen
Counsellor, MBACP
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself, struggling with food, emotions, grief, or the impact of past experiences. You might feel anxious, low, or unsure how to express what’s going on inside. You don’t need to have everything figured out — just a willingness to explore in a safe, supportive space. I work with adults, children, and young people seeking understanding, healing, and a way forward at their own pace, and I warmly welcome neurodivergent clients.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself, struggling with food, emotions, grief, or the impact of past experiences. You might feel anxious, low, or unsure how to express what’s going on inside. You don’t need to have everything figured out — just a willingness to explore in a safe, supportive space. I work with adults, children, and young people seeking understanding, healing, and a way forward at their own pace, and I warmly welcome neurodivergent clients.
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Rachael Walker
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello, I'm Rachael. I provide a safe, 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...
Hello, I'm Rachael. I provide a safe, 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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Between You and Me Integrative Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP Snr. Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Reaching out can be hard. Are you feeling overwhelmed? struggling to cope with your situation? your emotions? your experiences? If your trust has been damaged, talking to someone who will take time to understand you can be a huge relief. Perhaps you need support through a crisis or you are at the end of your tether with multiple stresses. Even if you have longterm issues that seem stuck, talking to someone can make a difference. You may gain insight into the roots of your difficulties and find qualities in yourself that have never had a chance to develop. The aim is to help you live a more rewarding life.
Reaching out can be hard. Are you feeling overwhelmed? struggling to cope with your situation? your emotions? your experiences? If your trust has been damaged, talking to someone who will take time to understand you can be a huge relief. Perhaps you need support through a crisis or you are at the end of your tether with multiple stresses. Even if you have longterm issues that seem stuck, talking to someone can make a difference. You may gain insight into the roots of your difficulties and find qualities in yourself that have never had a chance to develop. The aim is to help you live a more rewarding life.
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Sharon Letten (Psychotherapist & Supervisor)
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Through my lived experience & training (ADHD, trauma, loss, menopause & attachment issues), I understand how difficult it is to reach out. I use a relational approach - helping to meet your individual & couple needs. I will work alongside you, helping you to navigate your way through life's challenges. Perhaps you just want to talk in a safe environment or need support to make changes? I work holistically with adults, teens & couples in a caring and non-judgmental way, covering a range of issues which can significantly impact on our relationships with ourselves and others.
Through my lived experience & training (ADHD, trauma, loss, menopause & attachment issues), I understand how difficult it is to reach out. I use a relational approach - helping to meet your individual & couple needs. I will work alongside you, helping you to navigate your way through life's challenges. Perhaps you just want to talk in a safe environment or need support to make changes? I work holistically with adults, teens & couples in a caring and non-judgmental way, covering a range of issues which can significantly impact on our relationships with ourselves and others.
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Kat Cuthbert: Trauma & Anxiety Therapist
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I truly believe that making the first step to access therapy can be the hardest one to take, it can feel overwhelming and vulnerable. Do you struggle with re-playing traumatic life experiences? Battle with low mood? Feel anxious and on edge? Do these problems impact your life in many ways? Do you want to make positive changes to feel better? If you have answered yes to these, I can help! I am trained and experienced in supporting people who are suffering with trauma, low mood, anxiety and phobias. Together we can work towards achieving positive mental health and recovery from mental pain, which you deserve.
I truly believe that making the first step to access therapy can be the hardest one to take, it can feel overwhelming and vulnerable. Do you struggle with re-playing traumatic life experiences? Battle with low mood? Feel anxious and on edge? Do these problems impact your life in many ways? Do you want to make positive changes to feel better? If you have answered yes to these, I can help! I am trained and experienced in supporting people who are suffering with trauma, low mood, anxiety and phobias. Together we can work towards achieving positive mental health and recovery from mental pain, which you deserve.
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Hazel Maxwell-Payne
Counsellor, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am a United Kingdom Council Psychotherapy Registered Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor, a registered IPTuk Accredited Practitioner and Supervisor and EMDR Europe Accredited Consultant. I have worked in the NHS for 24 years as a Therapist working in Primary Care. This means I deal with Patients who have common mental health problems such as Depression, Anxiety, Low Self Esteem, Childhood Trauma and Abuse, Adult Trauma and Domestic Violence and Abuse. I offer clients a professional, confidential service offering the most appropriate treatment and intervention. (NICE recommended). I offer a Free Initial Consult
I am a United Kingdom Council Psychotherapy Registered Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor, a registered IPTuk Accredited Practitioner and Supervisor and EMDR Europe Accredited Consultant. I have worked in the NHS for 24 years as a Therapist working in Primary Care. This means I deal with Patients who have common mental health problems such as Depression, Anxiety, Low Self Esteem, Childhood Trauma and Abuse, Adult Trauma and Domestic Violence and Abuse. I offer clients a professional, confidential service offering the most appropriate treatment and intervention. (NICE recommended). I offer a Free Initial Consult
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Kate Haskell
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Counselling can be life changing because having space to talk about how you feel is never a waste of time - but feeling anxious, depressed or unhappy is! Maybe you want to talk to someone but feel unable to share with family or friends? Perhaps you are neurodiverse or suspect you might be and would like to know how to manage your symptoms? Or maybe you just want to make sense of the feelings you are experiencing. You talk, I listen and together we find a new way of being.
Counselling can be life changing because having space to talk about how you feel is never a waste of time - but feeling anxious, depressed or unhappy is! Maybe you want to talk to someone but feel unable to share with family or friends? Perhaps you are neurodiverse or suspect you might be and would like to know how to manage your symptoms? Or maybe you just want to make sense of the feelings you are experiencing. You talk, I listen and together we find a new way of being.
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Rivka Jacobs
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Making the first step on your counselling journey can often be the hardest — so well done for getting here. As an integrative counsellor, I take into account your unique circumstances and needs, drawing on Person-Centred Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and a foundation of trauma-informed practice. These approaches guide and inform my work, allowing me to tailor sessions to best support your healing, growth, and wellbeing.I provide a safe, welcoming, and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about what’s going on for you.
Making the first step on your counselling journey can often be the hardest — so well done for getting here. As an integrative counsellor, I take into account your unique circumstances and needs, drawing on Person-Centred Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and a foundation of trauma-informed practice. These approaches guide and inform my work, allowing me to tailor sessions to best support your healing, growth, and wellbeing.I provide a safe, welcoming, and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about what’s going on for you.
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Catherine Roguski
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
I work ONLINE and Face-to-Face in Topsham. I have over 40 years experience working effectively in private practice as an integrative holistic healthcare practitioner and previously as a nurse in both the NHS and private healthcare specialising in women’s health. My psychotherapeutic counselling practice draws upon several humanistic, psychodynamic and solution focused approaches incorporating the very best techniques including creative ways of working to best fit your needs. I have a lot of life experience both personally and professionally. I am a good listener. I am not easily shocked.
I work ONLINE and Face-to-Face in Topsham. I have over 40 years experience working effectively in private practice as an integrative holistic healthcare practitioner and previously as a nurse in both the NHS and private healthcare specialising in women’s health. My psychotherapeutic counselling practice draws upon several humanistic, psychodynamic and solution focused approaches incorporating the very best techniques including creative ways of working to best fit your needs. I have a lot of life experience both personally and professionally. I am a good listener. I am not easily shocked.
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More Therapists Nearby

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Hayley Ibbs
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
People come to see me because a relationship is affecting how they feel every day. It might be happening now, have ended badly, or be from a part of your life you thought you had moved on from. You may feel hurt, guilty, angry, confused, trapped, heartbroken, or worn out. You may keep replaying what was said, what was not said, what happened, or why you were treated that way. I work with adults and couples trying to make sense of complicated relationships, including partners, family, friendships, breakups, affairs, betrayal, grief and abuse. My work goes deeper than tips for better communication. We look at your whole relationship
People come to see me because a relationship is affecting how they feel every day. It might be happening now, have ended badly, or be from a part of your life you thought you had moved on from. You may feel hurt, guilty, angry, confused, trapped, heartbroken, or worn out. You may keep replaying what was said, what was not said, what happened, or why you were treated that way. I work with adults and couples trying to make sense of complicated relationships, including partners, family, friendships, breakups, affairs, betrayal, grief and abuse. My work goes deeper than tips for better communication. We look at your whole relationship
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Karen Cloherty
Counsellor, MBACP
3 Endorsed
Torquay TQ1
You’re the one people rely on — thoughtful, capable, always trying to do the right thing. But inside, it’s different: anxiety, burnout, low mood, or a sense that something’s missing. Maybe you suspect undiagnosed neurodiversity like ADHD, or feel stuck in patterns shaped by trauma, stress, or past relationships. You want clarity, relief, and to stop repeating the same cycles. You’re not looking for labels — you want to understand what’s really going on, feel more like yourself, and finally breathe. Therapy isn’t about fixing you — it’s about helping you reconnect with who you are, in a way that feels safe, steady, and real.
You’re the one people rely on — thoughtful, capable, always trying to do the right thing. But inside, it’s different: anxiety, burnout, low mood, or a sense that something’s missing. Maybe you suspect undiagnosed neurodiversity like ADHD, or feel stuck in patterns shaped by trauma, stress, or past relationships. You want clarity, relief, and to stop repeating the same cycles. You’re not looking for labels — you want to understand what’s really going on, feel more like yourself, and finally breathe. Therapy isn’t about fixing you — it’s about helping you reconnect with who you are, in a way that feels safe, steady, and real.
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Julie Best-Clark
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Totnes TQ9
My aim is to bring together effective approaches incorporating a variety of therapeutic models such as relational therapy, humanistic, psychodynamic, attachment theory, person centred and neuroscience. This will also depend on your individual needs. My experience also covers body psychotherapy and energy work along with solution based therapy and mindfulness. I offer both short and long term therapy and the length of therapy will depend upon the presenting issues and your wishes. Is there a particular problem you would like to talk through and explore? This could be to do with a relationship, work related or a repeating pattern.
My aim is to bring together effective approaches incorporating a variety of therapeutic models such as relational therapy, humanistic, psychodynamic, attachment theory, person centred and neuroscience. This will also depend on your individual needs. My experience also covers body psychotherapy and energy work along with solution based therapy and mindfulness. I offer both short and long term therapy and the length of therapy will depend upon the presenting issues and your wishes. Is there a particular problem you would like to talk through and explore? This could be to do with a relationship, work related or a repeating pattern.
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Fee Jane Cockings
Counsellor, MBACP
Dawlish EX7
Do you want to journey towards your optimum mental health and wellbeing; to discover newfound inner resources? I am passionate about supporting you towards the future you wish to create for yourself .
Do you want to journey towards your optimum mental health and wellbeing; to discover newfound inner resources? I am passionate about supporting you towards the future you wish to create for yourself .
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Heart Felt Trauma Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Honiton EX14
At Heart Felt Trauma Therapy, we believe emotional pain makes sense - when you understand where it began. Our work goes beyond traditional counselling. We specialise in trauma-responsive talking therapy designed to uncover the emotional roots beneath anxiety, relationship struggles, overwhelm, and patterns that seem impossible to change. Using our specialist Felt Trauma Therapy approach, we help you understand how early emotional experiences often long forgotten or never fully recognised can continue to shape how you feel, respond, and relate today. We also offer specialist therapeutic support for children and young people - Fee £35
At Heart Felt Trauma Therapy, we believe emotional pain makes sense - when you understand where it began. Our work goes beyond traditional counselling. We specialise in trauma-responsive talking therapy designed to uncover the emotional roots beneath anxiety, relationship struggles, overwhelm, and patterns that seem impossible to change. Using our specialist Felt Trauma Therapy approach, we help you understand how early emotional experiences often long forgotten or never fully recognised can continue to shape how you feel, respond, and relate today. We also offer specialist therapeutic support for children and young people - Fee £35
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Samantha Hillyer
Psychotherapist, MA, PNCPS Acc.
Exeter EX6
My ideal clients are adults and couples who find themselves repeating patterns in relationships that no longer serve them. They may struggle with attachment anxiety, low self-worth, trust issues, shame, people pleasing, or the lasting impact of childhood or relationship trauma. Many have tried therapy before and understand their patterns intellectually, yet still feel stuck. I help clients understand why these patterns developed, how they are affecting life today, and what can be done to change them. Together, we work with both insight and practical strategies so they can build healthier relationships and feel more secure
My ideal clients are adults and couples who find themselves repeating patterns in relationships that no longer serve them. They may struggle with attachment anxiety, low self-worth, trust issues, shame, people pleasing, or the lasting impact of childhood or relationship trauma. Many have tried therapy before and understand their patterns intellectually, yet still feel stuck. I help clients understand why these patterns developed, how they are affecting life today, and what can be done to change them. Together, we work with both insight and practical strategies so they can build healthier relationships and feel more secure
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Jane Blackburn
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
Exeter EX4
Hi, my name is Jane . If you're reading this, you’ve probably found that life isn’t always as straight-forward as we’d like and that it can really take a toll on each of us. I have experience supporting people facing all sorts of challenges in their lives including: anxiety, stress, depression, panic attacks, difficulties expressing themselves, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties, to name but a few. I can even support you if you just feel a little bit ‘off’, as though things are ‘not quite right’. The first step towards making a positive change is to ask for help, even if that feels daunting to do.
Hi, my name is Jane . If you're reading this, you’ve probably found that life isn’t always as straight-forward as we’d like and that it can really take a toll on each of us. I have experience supporting people facing all sorts of challenges in their lives including: anxiety, stress, depression, panic attacks, difficulties expressing themselves, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties, to name but a few. I can even support you if you just feel a little bit ‘off’, as though things are ‘not quite right’. The first step towards making a positive change is to ask for help, even if that feels daunting to do.
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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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Rosie King
Counsellor, MBACP
Hi, I’m Rosie. I'm an Integrative Therapist (MBACP) and trauma-informed outdoor practitioner, supporting people in finding clarity through life’s complexities. My practice has been shaped over several years of supporting adults who have lived through acute and chronic trauma, through both 1:1 therapy and outdoor trauma-recovery programmes. Whether or not you identify your experiences as trauma, I believe a trauma-informed approach benefits everyone. I work with adults who are navigating the impacts of challenging life events, emotional overwhelm, change and identity shifts. Whatever brings you here, you are welcome.
Hi, I’m Rosie. I'm an Integrative Therapist (MBACP) and trauma-informed outdoor practitioner, supporting people in finding clarity through life’s complexities. My practice has been shaped over several years of supporting adults who have lived through acute and chronic trauma, through both 1:1 therapy and outdoor trauma-recovery programmes. Whether or not you identify your experiences as trauma, I believe a trauma-informed approach benefits everyone. I work with adults who are navigating the impacts of challenging life events, emotional overwhelm, change and identity shifts. Whatever brings you here, you are welcome.
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Beth Fisher Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Exeter EX1
I work with adults experiencing a range of difficulties, who want to understand patterns behind their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, and develop strategies to manage challenges effectively. My clients value working with someone knowledgeable, approachable, and trustworthy. I aim to create a safe space to work with you to explore the challenges you are facing as we work towards your goals.
I work with adults experiencing a range of difficulties, who want to understand patterns behind their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, and develop strategies to manage challenges effectively. My clients value working with someone knowledgeable, approachable, and trustworthy. I aim to create a safe space to work with you to explore the challenges you are facing as we work towards your goals.
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Divorce Counsellors
How does therapy for people affected by a divorce work?
Individuals may feel a number of emotions following a divorce, such as shock, guilt, grief, anger, and fear. Therapists offer a non-judgmental space for individuals to talk about what they’ve experienced and process their emotions. Therapists will help clients develop coping strategies. They can also help a client rebuild their sense of self and self-worth and talk about what a happier future might look like.

What’s the most common type of therapy following a divorce?
There are several types of therapy that may be useful for divorce, including cognitive behavioural, acceptance and commitment, solution-focused brief, and mindfulness-based therapies. Many therapy types are talk-therapy based, which is typically the most popular option for individuals dealing with divorce. Cognitive behavioural therapy is a widely-used talk therapy, however, there’s no specific therapy type that’s designed to help people with divorce, and different types will work depending on the person.

When should an individual seek help due to a divorce?
When the feelings of a divorced individual, or an individual going through the process of divorce, begin to disrupt healthy daily functioning, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not performing at work due to problems with anxiety or motivation, if they’re no longer seeing friends due to feelings of shame, or if they’re not properly taking care of themselves as a result of depression, speaking to a professional could help.

How do you encourage someone to go to therapy due to a divorce?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the individual while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Sharing how the individual appears to be suffering, and what effects it has on them or on their children, should be done with compassion and empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.