Racial Identity Counselling in Benton

You're probably here because things aren't going well right now, they haven't in the past, or you're worried about the future, maybe all three. I understand - we all have difficulties to overcome at points in our lives. In fact, I believe that these times when we struggle can be our greatest opportunities for personal growth and enrichment. I know it can be daunting, overwhelming even, but I assure you that I am here to support you, and offer you the security and space, so you can explore your inner world safely, and at the right pace for you. Seeking therapy is the first big step, I will be here with you on the journey.

Are you feeling overwhelmed or stuck? Are the effects from anxiety or low self-esteem holding you back? I can support you through the difficulties that you are experiencing and help you to find the freedom needed so that you can live your best life. One of our natural instincts as humans is to connect with others and to find a place of safety. I want to offer you that place of safety and the rare opportunity of pure connection without judgments or demands. I want the shared space to be comforting so that you feel held and able to express yourself fully without fear.

Are you tired of overthinking and never feeling good enough? Are your relationships often difficult or disappointing? Are you struggling to relax and enjoy life? When life is hard, it’s difficult to feel hope for the future. It can feel like setting yourself up for a fall and you're not sure whether you've got the strength to get back up again. I can help you understand more about yourself, why you feel like you do and how to bring about real, lasting change.

Anxiety, depression, loss of confidence or grief, these are just some of the ways in which our experience of life can be adversely impacted. Hello my name is Peter and I believe I have an intuitive sensitivity for my client’s emotional world which helps me to understand their thoughts and feelings, this in turn creates a strong connection between us that gives my client the confidence to share those important thoughts and feelings and together we can work to move forward. Sometimes we can experience problems, emotional difficulties and may not know why or understand what is happening, but we know things are not quite right.

Everyone is an individual person bringing their own personal circumstances to the meeting. I will listen to your reason(s) for being at the session and what you want to achieve/where you want to aim to be - offering you help & support in that process. My counselling training was at Addaction (alcohol & drugs dependency) Agency where I completed over 100 hrs of sessions and a Mentoring role. I also trained at Cruse Bereavement Care & progressed from there. My Counselling Diploma is in CBT & Certificate in Christian Counselling are from the Institute of Counselling of which I am a full Member. I take an holistic approach.

Professional and experienced counselling, psychotherapy and supervision in Barnstaple and North Devon. I offer therapy from my clinic located in Barnstaple town center and also via online video or telephone. Finding the way forward when life becomes difficult can be a challenging prospect and choosing a therapist can be daunting. As your counsellor, I will offer you a confidential, non-judgemental and private space where you can begin to understand your thoughts, express your feelings and begin to make sense of your situation.

Hi, I'm Lyn. I've been working in counselling / psychotherapy for 22 years. I am a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) I hold additional qualifications in life-coaching and NLP. I work integratively, which means that my professional practice can be personalised to suit each client's needs. You can be assured of a safe, empathic, confidential and professional space in which you can explore issues that you may find difficult to face alone. If you are experiencing issues that are holding you back, either personally or professionally, then we can work together to help you move forward.

Hello. Do you struggle with stress from; work, relationships, or parenting? Are you overwhelmed, worried, depressed, stuck, or low in self-esteem? You are not alone. I am trained to work with young people, adults and couples who are presenting with a whole range of issues. I am specialised in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, low self-esteem, relationship issues, bereavement and issues surrounding spirituality. The therapy space I create gives the client room to express shame, guilt, fear, anger, grief and other painful feelings. The safe space of therapy depends upon the therapist's inner calm, I work to maintain this.

Hi, my name is Christian and I am a Person Centred Counsellor offering remote sessions. I specialise in domestic abuse, racial identity, discrimination and trauma. I'm commited to recognising inequalities and strive to offer a counselling experience that is inclusive and responsive to the needs of the person I work with. I have found remote working has increased my ability to reach individuals in need of a therapeutic space that is inclusive of exploring cultural and racial identity. As a French Black male, I can empathise with feelings of being othered, so I am passionate about supporting people to cultivate a sense belonging.

My ideal client is an adult male from marginalized background 18-75 - Issues be racial identity, racism, microaggression, oppression, anxiety, depression, and relational issues. Work with guided self-help material within a 6 - 10 session time frame exploring their internal frame of reference and ascertaining their needs and wants if any.

Hi, my name is Kruti and my aim is to provide you with a safe, non judgemental environment where you can grow and develop. Using an integrative approach I can help you explore yourself so you can find your inner peace and reach your full potential.

Thinking about accessing counselling is the first step to access support. Seeking help can be daunting, I hope the information below will help you make an informed choice about what type of support will be useful for you. I aim to work with you to explore what you are finding difficult at the moment and to support you to develop strategies that will improve your psychological wellbeing. I have extensive experience working with a wide range of clients both in private practice and for organisations specialising in trauma recovery.

I am a Transactional Analysis Counsellor and offer online and face to face counselling for those presenting with issues such as relationship difficulties, bereavement and loss, anxiety, sexual difficulties, stress, anger management and loneliness. You may be feeling in a difficult place, perhaps unable to find the words to describe and understand your experience. Sometimes this can feel very lonely and isolating, and in this place we may feel that no one can relate to us and no one understands.

Hello, I’m Adrian and I am a counsellor with over ten years of experience working with adults in the North Somerset area. In addition to my private practice, I also work as a core counsellor for Wellspring who are a local charitable organisation. I work from home in a dedicated comfortable private space (with separate access provided), with free parking available. I offer flexibility in how I work in order to meet the needs of all walks of life through in person (face to face), walk and talk, online and telephone appointments.

I am an MBACP (Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) Registered Counsellor with a wealth of experience in working with a range of issues. I am also a Chartered Psychologist and hold a PhD in Social Psychology and have written several books and academic research papers. I provide a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space for my clients to express their feelings and explore their thoughts. I am passionate about helping people to understand and find solutions to their issues, so they can live a more comfortable and fulfilled life. I strive to provide the best possible service to my clients.

Humanistically recognising the needs of an individual ,we see how trauma can be held at a very deep level. Working from the story of an individuals early negative & positive childhood experiences and using Integrative therapy in a number of ways to help the process of getting to one's core beliefs, helps to create a safe space for them to explore and release old patterns. This happens by building a trust with the client to allow their vulnerability to come through. Then, looking at the blocks or defences, via counselling and body Psychotherapy, a unique holistic approach to wellbeing, allows the journey back to health.

I am a counsellor and psychotherapist and I trained at the Sherwood Institute for Counselling and Psychotherapists following a long career in law. I have a passion for working with client’s who suffer with trauma, disability and diversity related issues. I work on developing a therapeutic relationship with you where you can feel safe to explore difficult and painful issues in a confidential setting; issues that you may not have been able to disclose to anyone before.

Feeling safety in a complex world is no mean feet. Childhood, historic, or current experiences, interacting/reacting with the complexities brought about by the pandemic, can exhaust any capacity for resilience. maybe you're a parent/carer of children transitioning from the intensity of lockdown to the uncertainty of the easing of restrictions? Is this further complicated by returning to education settings for children with Autism, ADHD, FASD, SPD, trauma and attachment? Maybe you are a foster care or adoptive parent wondering how to rebalance the attachment bond after the intensity of lockdown, recalibrating interfamilial dynamics?

Hi, my name is Holly - I am an Integrative Counsellor with a specialist interest in working in the areas of sexual abuse, trauma and identity. An example of clients that I may see at my practice (but are not limited to) are survivors who have experienced any form of sexual violence, their loved ones, sex workers and those impacted by sexually intrusive thoughts, images or compulsions. I also work with clients who have experienced various types of trauma, who have challenges with or are looking to explore different aspects of their identity.