Counselling in Torquay

I believe that our capacity to cope with issues that arise in adult life, whether this is how we experience the world, relate to others, cope with difficult situations or understand and manage what can often be overwhelming emotions, is ultimately bound up with our early experiences. Whether we wish to or not we carry our history with us and sometimes this does not provide the strong foundation needed to engage and embrace life or weather its storms. I work with clients to recognise the origins of their difficulties so that together we might arrive at a place where life is understandable, and they feel both validated and valued.

My name is Helen, a counsellor based in Torquay. I am passionate about working with you when you are struggling with a problem in your life, and finding it hard to cope. Perhaps a loss has left you feeling distressed, unable to move forwards or there may be feelings of anxiety or depression. Are you finding life hard to enjoy and wondering what to do about it? A loss can take many forms, job loss, bereavement, divorce, death of a pet, the end of a significant relationship or loss of direction in life for example. My aim is to help you navigate through those difficult times and to help you reconnect with yourself.

I'm an integrative psychotherapist specialising in psychosexual and relationship therapy. I trained with London Diploma in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy and am a registered member of COSRT. I'm passionate about my work, supporting individuals and couples from all backgrounds including sexual trauma survivors, migrants, LGBTQ+, and GSRD. I offer therapy for a wide range of sexual and relationship issues. I tailor my therapeutic tools and approaches to individual clients’ needs. These include CBT, attachment theory, psychodynamic therapy, imago therapy and existential therapy in addition to a wide range of psychosexual tools.

My aim as a coach and counsellor is to listen compassionately and empower you to make positive changes in your life and live the life you want by transforming your relationship with yourself and build confidence and self worth. Areas of interest and experience for me are childhood trauma, (narcissistic abuse, neglect and poor upbringing due to external events and inter generational trauma) neurodivergence, and stress management including anxiety. I offer alternative modalities to my clients to deal with stress, trauma and phobias including EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), Reiki & Indian Head Massage, if required.

The goal of an individual therapy is to inspire change and improve the quality of life through self awareness and self exploration.

I am a Clinical Psychologist with 18 years of experience working in the NHS , within the Secondary Adult Mental health services. I am experienced in providing psychological therapies to individual presenting with distressing emotions and a wide range of difficulties due to the impact of adverse life events both in childhood and in adult life. My special interest is in working in trauma, with issues around sense of self, feelings of guilt and shame and relationship with self and others.

As a psychotherapist working with all age groups, I use my professional skills and experience to provide a safe, judgement-free space for children, young people and adults to explore what might be underlying their difficulties. I support clients with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, anger, isolation, identity, sexuality, low self-esteem, school difficulties, friendship issues, loss, grief, bullying, abuse, neglect, parental separation and other issues. I also provide parent work sessions for parents who have concerns about their relationship with their child/children and family dynamics.

A very warm welcome to you. I work with a person centred approach, ensuring our sessions feel right for you as a unique individual. Our work together is supportive and respectful and we go at your pace. My approach is non-directive, relaxed and inclusive. My aim is to get alongside you on your path, helping you explore your world, to find understanding, clarity or solution.

I am passionate about wanting to help people reach their true potential and live as authentically as possible. I believe this to be at the core of being happy. I can offer you counselling support for the following issues: *Anxiety *Panic attacks *Depression *PMS self-care and coping strategies *Menopause *Health issues *Motivation *Insomnia *Social phobia *Low confidence and self-esteem *Body Issues *Self expression *Your creative self *Loneliness *Hoarding *Loss and letting go *Bereavement *Relationships *Family issues *Stress -work and exam stress *Making difficult life choices *Carers

I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist, Accredited EMDR therapist and Consultant EMDR supervisor in training. I have over 20 years experience of treating a range of trauma and stress related mental health conditions within the NHS. I am now offering my extensive knowledge and clinical skills as an independent practitioner. I offer structured, science- based treatments that are highly effective, time-limited and hence cost-effective. My passion is enabling adults to heal from developmental trauma. Trauma within the range of unmet attachment needs, exposure to adverse events and or suffering neglect and abuses as a child.

Hello and Welcome, I’m an experienced counsellor with a warm and friendly approach. I am committed to delivering a professional service to suit your specific learning style, and preferred way of working. I can offer you a cosy safe space to experience the process of healing and change. I will offer you genuine warmth, openness and empathy. I believe counselling is a collaborative process, where we work together side by side, supporting you while you explore any difficulties you wish to explore at your own pace, connecting on a human too human level. It would be a privileged to travel with you on your journey of self discovery.

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.

I offer an opportunity for you to explore whatever you feel the need to share, in a safe environment with a trained counsellor and psychotherapist. I will bring over 20 years experience working in this area with adults and young people ( over 11 years old ) to our sessions together.

I understand that the decision to have counselling is a big step which for many takes courage. It can be hard to decide which therapist to choose, amongst so many qualified and experienced professionals. I am pleased to say that the majority of my work comes from personal recommendations and some of my clients will return for further sessions when a need arises. I see every person I work with as an individual and our work is tailored to reflect this. As an Integrative Therapist I am trained in Transactional Analysis, CBT Principals, Person Centred Approach, Gestalt and Attachment Theory.

You might be concerned about your child for a number of reasons. The stress of life, Depression Anxiety Trauma or behavoural issues are all signs that something is needing attention. Parents need to understand their children and to respond in ways that might be more effective. Giving children space to express and communicate from their own perspective can also be of help. I have many years experience of working in the NHS in CAMHS and want to be able to reach those who are not offered a service or where the wait is very long.

My name is Lindsey Huggins and my focus is on being the catalyst who can help you change your own life for the better. At this moment, as you read this you have the opportunity to start changing your life and moving towards fulfilling your potential in whatever matters to you most. Take that opportunity, call or email me and we can start finding your way forward. Sometimes things happen to us over which we have no control, but what will shape our lives is how we deal with it. I work with individuals and couples to look at what is holding you back in your life and how to successfully move forward from that.

Do you feel your potential in life is thwarted by past or present difficulties or trauma? Has your equilibrium, confidence and self esteem been undermined by this? Do you feel disempowered and unable to move forward? Sometimes, life's difficulties can prevent us from forming healthy relationships with ourselves and others, and prevent us thriving. I am a UKCP Psychotherapist in training, working to support people suffering with mental and emotional distress find more ease, balance, meaning and health in their lives.

In my experience we may all at times face hurdles too daunting to negotiate alone. I work with a wide range of issues focussing on clients who have suffered sexual abuse, as well as young people and adults experiencing stress, anxiety, trauma, panic attacks, depression and low self esteem. We may have issues and patterns of behaviour from the past that we are ready to leave behind. I offer a safe, confidential therapeutic space to be heard and feel safe. In some cases I work in the here and now, in others I believe in order to understand and find our inner resources to change present behaviour we need to delve into our past.