Female Counselling in Woodbury Salterton

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Hayley Sycamore
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
There will be transitions in your life where you may feel anxious, stressed or overwhelmed. This can make everyday life challenging and difficult to find a way forward. Counselling can support you to gain awareness of your needs and how to find balance in your life to support your overall well being.
There will be transitions in your life where you may feel anxious, stressed or overwhelmed. This can make everyday life challenging and difficult to find a way forward. Counselling can support you to gain awareness of your needs and how to find balance in your life to support your overall well being.
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Hazel Maxwell-Payne
Counsellor, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting 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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Agnieszka (Agnes) Zalewska, Psychoanalysis
Psychotherapist, MA, BPC
Verified Verified
Exeter EX4
I am accredited psychoanalytic psychotherapist, training psychoanalytic psychotherapist approved by the leading providers of training in psychodynamic and psychoanalytic psychotherapy, and a supervisor. I offer a non-judgmental space to talk and think, for how long it is needed, with the minimum frequency of 1-3 sessions per week.
I am accredited psychoanalytic psychotherapist, training psychoanalytic psychotherapist approved by the leading providers of training in psychodynamic and psychoanalytic psychotherapy, and a supervisor. I offer a non-judgmental space to talk and think, for how long it is needed, with the minimum frequency of 1-3 sessions per week.
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Pippa Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Exeter EX1
My name is Pippa. I'm a compassionate integrative therapist, working with adults aged 18+. You may have a specific issue you want to work through in therapy such as persistent anxiety, relationship challenges, low self esteem or navigating a life change such as divorce. Or perhaps you have a persistent sense of something being wrong and feel that talking confidentially to a therapist may help. Whatever your reason, reaching out is the first step to changing patterns of behaviour that may be holding you back. I can help you gain the knowledge and tools to gain a sense of purpose, self compassion and help you find joy in your life.
My name is Pippa. I'm a compassionate integrative therapist, working with adults aged 18+. You may have a specific issue you want to work through in therapy such as persistent anxiety, relationship challenges, low self esteem or navigating a life change such as divorce. Or perhaps you have a persistent sense of something being wrong and feel that talking confidentially to a therapist may help. Whatever your reason, reaching out is the first step to changing patterns of behaviour that may be holding you back. I can help you gain the knowledge and tools to gain a sense of purpose, self compassion and help you find joy in your life.
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Two's-Talking Counselling & Supervision Service
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Exeter EX2
My name is Debbie and I am a registered therapist with BACP and NCPS. I offer counselling face to face, online or via a telephone service. I work with person/s over the age of eight years old. I can help you with stress, anxiety/depression, anger, bereavement, relationships, abuse and couple's therapy. I understand you want to see a therapist as soon as you make that decision to do so. I will validate your feelings and i will acknowledge how distressing you are experiencing your life right now. I want to help you and I aim to see you within 7 working days. My goal is to get you to where you want to be.
My name is Debbie and I am a registered therapist with BACP and NCPS. I offer counselling face to face, online or via a telephone service. I work with person/s over the age of eight years old. I can help you with stress, anxiety/depression, anger, bereavement, relationships, abuse and couple's therapy. I understand you want to see a therapist as soon as you make that decision to do so. I will validate your feelings and i will acknowledge how distressing you are experiencing your life right now. I want to help you and I aim to see you within 7 working days. My goal is to get you to where you want to be.
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Alda Gomez - Embodied Therapy & Supervision
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Online Only
Feeling like you don't fit in, and longing for belonging? Therapy can help you find your place. Do you hide your true self, smiling on the outside while feeling disconnected inside? Do you push down feelings of loneliness, hoping they'll disappear? Do you often criticise yourself and wish you were different? And, like many, are you worried about the cost? Remember, there is no money that can pay for the transformation you'll experience.
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Clare Burke
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Ashburton TQ13
As human beings we naturally at times feel overwhelmed, stuck, depressed, anxious, sad, fearful and lost. Expert therapy within the safety of a trusting therapeutic relationship can be transformative. I'm an experienced integrative therapist treating mental distress in the many ways it shows up. I work with attachment informed EMDR and Internal Family Systems, both evidence based models, and I am here to walk alongside you as we seek your way out of the discomfort you find yourself in, enabling you to live a full life in this present moment.
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Elena Steers
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Exeter EX1
Life can be hard sometimes and struggling with things alone is the loneliest place. Counselling offers you the space to say things that you can’t to anyone else, and know that you won’t be judged. When you sit with with me in the therapeutic space, my attention is fully and exclusively for you – this is something that we rarely experience, and is why people often struggle with feelings of not being heard or seen. I create the space for you to talk and explore your feelings, what may be going on underneath the feelings and how your life experiences have shaped you.
Life can be hard sometimes and struggling with things alone is the loneliest place. Counselling offers you the space to say things that you can’t to anyone else, and know that you won’t be judged. When you sit with with me in the therapeutic space, my attention is fully and exclusively for you – this is something that we rarely experience, and is why people often struggle with feelings of not being heard or seen. I create the space for you to talk and explore your feelings, what may be going on underneath the feelings and how your life experiences have shaped you.
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Karen Jones
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Exeter EX1
Having the time and space within counselling to explore your thoughts and feelings in a safe and confidential environment is often the first step in making positive change in someone’s life. Our problems can sometimes feel too big or heavy to carry ourselves. Often it’s hard to pinpoint what’s actually wrong, but that low mood, and anxiety over powers us. Counselling will help you understand your behaviours and emotions that little bit better and give you insight into why you may be finding things difficult. With this understanding, it is often the catalyst for positive change leading to a more balanced and healthy future.
Having the time and space within counselling to explore your thoughts and feelings in a safe and confidential environment is often the first step in making positive change in someone’s life. Our problems can sometimes feel too big or heavy to carry ourselves. Often it’s hard to pinpoint what’s actually wrong, but that low mood, and anxiety over powers us. Counselling will help you understand your behaviours and emotions that little bit better and give you insight into why you may be finding things difficult. With this understanding, it is often the catalyst for positive change leading to a more balanced and healthy future.
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Dr Joanne Porter Consultant Clinical Psychologist Emdr Practitioner
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I specialise in working with Adults, CPTSD, Autism, PD, DID, Autism Assessments. I offer short term, ad hoc, or long term therapy. Single or multiple event trauma. People come to me with a variety of conditions and we work together at both a practical and therapeutic level. I will tell you if I feel I am not the therapist for you. I have special interests in CPTSD, Autism and Intellectual Disability. I am experienced in working with LGBTQ+ clients. I specialise in EMDR, IFS, and Psychodynamic approaches. I draw upon Systemic, CBT, ACT and SFT. I offer NICE compliant diagnostic Autism assessments.
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Jennifer Kim
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Exeter EX1
If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low in confidence or just stuck and you don't know how to move forward, you're not alone. Maybe you're wondering if therapy is right for you? As a compassionate and intuitive therapist, I provide a space where you can unravel your thoughts, process your emotions, and rediscover your inner strength.  Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, low self esteem, relationship challenges or major life transitions, I tailor my approach to you. Together we we'll explore what's holding you back and work towards meaningful change, one honest conversation at a time. 
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Kelly Mcgurk
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Topsham EX3
I am a qualified Life Coach and Women's health coach.
I offer you a confidential space where you can be heard in a non judgmental manner. Together we will explore your history, thoughts, feelings and worries at a pace that suits you. I will help to support you by firstly listening, then coming together in a relational and collaborative way to help manage the impacts of what brings you into the therapeutic space. Therapy doesn't have to a deep dive, or it can be. What is important is that you gain the tools needed to help support you, and your future.
I am a qualified Life Coach and Women's health coach.
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Jane Meares
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Exeter EX1
Do you put on a brave face but feel different on the inside? Perhaps empty and numb, or overwhelmed by emotions? Are you finding it hard to cope day-to-day? I know how tough life can be at times and how lonely it feels when no one seems to understand. If you’re wondering when you’ll feel happy or hopeful again, or you’re worrying about the future and fearing the worst, or maybe you’re struggling with a big change and a sense of who you are; I’d like to help. Being able to talk freely to someone, without fear of judgement or shame, can be a huge relief. Feeling seen and truly heard, and accepted for who you are can be liberating.
Do you put on a brave face but feel different on the inside? Perhaps empty and numb, or overwhelmed by emotions? Are you finding it hard to cope day-to-day? I know how tough life can be at times and how lonely it feels when no one seems to understand. If you’re wondering when you’ll feel happy or hopeful again, or you’re worrying about the future and fearing the worst, or maybe you’re struggling with a big change and a sense of who you are; I’d like to help. Being able to talk freely to someone, without fear of judgement or shame, can be a huge relief. Feeling seen and truly heard, and accepted for who you are can be liberating.
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Dr Joanna North
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
Tiverton EX16
Waitlist for new clients
Counselling and Psychotherapy can help you feel more in the driving seat of your life, lowering anxiety and increasing your wellbeing. I have worked in the field of mental health and wellbeing for thirty years and focus on children, adults and families. Life today places many demands on us that can be distressing and overwhelming. Traumatic events can leave us lost and unable to recover. Sessions offer the ability to manage emotions, overcome symptoms and focus on what is important to you.
Counselling and Psychotherapy can help you feel more in the driving seat of your life, lowering anxiety and increasing your wellbeing. I have worked in the field of mental health and wellbeing for thirty years and focus on children, adults and families. Life today places many demands on us that can be distressing and overwhelming. Traumatic events can leave us lost and unable to recover. Sessions offer the ability to manage emotions, overcome symptoms and focus on what is important to you.
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Claire Jones Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Exeter EX4
When one of life’s problems becomes overwhelming, you may be feeling anxious or distraught, it can make a real difference prioritising your needs and talking to a counsellor who can listen to you with compassion and without judgement. Life can feel challenging at times, stressful and full of uncertainty; are you struggling to cope with work or family life? Has life set you back? Or are you looking for some peace and calm in your life? Whatever you are struggling with or want to focus on, then I am here to help you.
When one of life’s problems becomes overwhelming, you may be feeling anxious or distraught, it can make a real difference prioritising your needs and talking to a counsellor who can listen to you with compassion and without judgement. Life can feel challenging at times, stressful and full of uncertainty; are you struggling to cope with work or family life? Has life set you back? Or are you looking for some peace and calm in your life? Whatever you are struggling with or want to focus on, then I am here to help you.
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Lizette Baker
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Exeter EX1
Hi, are you seeking a compassionate guide to help you through life's ups and downs? I believe we each have an innate ability to navigate challenges, but sometimes, when life feels overwhelming due to either bereavement, loss, trauma, or a life changing event, we don't have to face it alone. Together, we will work to address your pain and challenges, ensuring that you feel heard, valued and empowered. With experience working at a local counselling centre, as well as with a national bereavement charity, I offer a safe and supportive environment to explore your needs and foster healing, change and growth.
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Dr Rebecca Evans
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Health Psych.
Verified Verified
Exeter EX2
Hello, I am Becky a HCPC registered Applied Health Psychologist, I am trained in person-centred care, CBT, CFT, ACT, DBT, systemic and narrative therapy. I have supported people with chronic pain, neurodiversity, weight management, trauma, relationship difficulties and memory difficulties. I am an integrative psychologist, thus I use a range of different models and skills to meet the needs of each individual. I have worked with young children up to older adults. I have seen people individually, in couples or as a family. I have helped clients explore their struggles with anxiety, self-esteem, low-mood, bullying, bereavement & loss.
Hello, I am Becky a HCPC registered Applied Health Psychologist, I am trained in person-centred care, CBT, CFT, ACT, DBT, systemic and narrative therapy. I have supported people with chronic pain, neurodiversity, weight management, trauma, relationship difficulties and memory difficulties. I am an integrative psychologist, thus I use a range of different models and skills to meet the needs of each individual. I have worked with young children up to older adults. I have seen people individually, in couples or as a family. I have helped clients explore their struggles with anxiety, self-esteem, low-mood, bullying, bereavement & loss.
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Nicola Donna Channing
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Nicky a qualified person centred and CBT trained counsellor, if you are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self esteem, self confidence or maybe something else I can help you to look at positives changes and get a better understanding of what is going on for you and preventing you from moving forward in your life. Sometimes life can be really tough and it can be difficult to talk to people even people that are the closest to you. Together we can explore anything that may be causing you to feel anxious or overwhelmed. In doing this we would aim to find a more manageable solution to what you are going through.
Hi, I'm Nicky a qualified person centred and CBT trained counsellor, if you are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self esteem, self confidence or maybe something else I can help you to look at positives changes and get a better understanding of what is going on for you and preventing you from moving forward in your life. Sometimes life can be really tough and it can be difficult to talk to people even people that are the closest to you. Together we can explore anything that may be causing you to feel anxious or overwhelmed. In doing this we would aim to find a more manageable solution to what you are going through.
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Annamai Martinot Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Totnes TQ9
It takes courage to seek support when life isn’t going well, and we would like to work out why. Counselling can help in difficult times, and also in times when we wish to understand ourselves better. With awareness, we have the choice to change our thoughts, feelings and behaviours. I offer safe, confidential and free from judgement counselling sessions, either face-to-face in the heart of Totnes, South Devon, or online via zoom. I offer a free no obligation initial consultation 30 min phone call to discuss what brings you to counselling, answer any questions you may have and to ensure I'm the right therapist to help you.
It takes courage to seek support when life isn’t going well, and we would like to work out why. Counselling can help in difficult times, and also in times when we wish to understand ourselves better. With awareness, we have the choice to change our thoughts, feelings and behaviours. I offer safe, confidential and free from judgement counselling sessions, either face-to-face in the heart of Totnes, South Devon, or online via zoom. I offer a free no obligation initial consultation 30 min phone call to discuss what brings you to counselling, answer any questions you may have and to ensure I'm the right therapist to help you.
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Kim-Leng Hills
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Totnes TQ9
Waitlist for new clients
I am a fully insured and qualified Counsellor Accredited with the BACP, working with ages 13+ through to seniors, coming from different backgrounds and life experiences both face to face or online. Sessions are ran entirely at your individual pace and specific to your needs and ways of working. They are also open ended, meaning you are not bound to a set amount of sessions. I work with a whole multitude of areas, not just what is set out on this profile, and you’re always welcome to enquire if you are unsure. My office is also pet friendly, so you’re welcome to bring your furry friend with you, and is fully wheelchair accessible.
I am a fully insured and qualified Counsellor Accredited with the BACP, working with ages 13+ through to seniors, coming from different backgrounds and life experiences both face to face or online. Sessions are ran entirely at your individual pace and specific to your needs and ways of working. They are also open ended, meaning you are not bound to a set amount of sessions. I work with a whole multitude of areas, not just what is set out on this profile, and you’re always welcome to enquire if you are unsure. My office is also pet friendly, so you’re welcome to bring your furry friend with you, and is fully wheelchair accessible.
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Female Counsellors

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.