Counselling and psychotherapy in a safe, comfortable, and private setting
I am a Psychotherapist in advanced clinical training and I practice counselling and psychotherapy using Transactional Analysis (TA).
Life presents us all with turning points, difficulties, transitions and dilemmas which can occur at any point in life, however young or old we may be.
Perhaps you are feeling stuck in some aspect of your life or aren’t sure of the way ahead.
About me
My path to becoming a therapist was through an experience of being listened to, heard, respected and the feeling conveyed of belief in me.
Following this I trained to be a Mental Health nurse. Later I trained to become a therapist, over a period of four years in TA, a practical and well –established modality of psychotherapy developed by Eric Berne. Forty hours personal therapy was required, and so I have experienced therapy from both sides.
Because of my belief in my work and its ability to effect change I chose to build on my training and I am now a Psychotherapist in advanced clinical training, familiar and happy to work with difference, including neurodiversity. I have worked with a range of problems and dilemmas.
Whatever life is presenting you with, TA offers an excellent foundation from which to understand how human beings develop, make the choices we do, and how change can come about.
This means that together you and I can focus on what matters to you and your situation. TA is also a treatment modality for depression and anxiety, and other mental health difficulties.
Underpinning my work is a deep acceptance of all human beings, what makes you what you are, your individuality and your concern or worry. My training, experience and maturity come together in my practice to offer you a calm, personal and respectful connection.
Interests and experience
- Working with current and graduated home and international students, and staff
- Health anxiety, anxiety in general and worrying
- Depression
- Trauma and difficulties in childhood.
- Life transitions and dilemmas.
Qualifications
I am currently working towards becoming a Certified Transactional Analyst (CTA).
I trained at the Iron Mill Institute in Exeter and achieved the following:
- Advanced Diploma in Transactional Analysis Psychological Studies (completion of Advanced TA Psychotherapy course)
- Foundation in Transactional Analysis
- Transactional Analysis 101
I have a BSc. Ord.
Modules in Work and Wellbeing
Professional memberships
- United Kingdom Association for Transactional Analysis (UKATA) (RTE Diploma member)
- British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) registered member
I am registered with the ICO (Information Commissioner’s Office).
I am listed on the Psychology Today website.
Services & fees
I offer short and longer term sessions for adults (18yrs+) depending on the needs of the person. Sessions last 50 minutes, £50 per session, payment by bank transfer on the day.
I have a concessionary space available.
Couples - Sessions last 50 minutes, £65 per session, payment by bank transfer on the day.
How I work
Face-to-face sessions take place in a comfortable room in Exeter city centre, Devon.
Online sessions are also available.
Choosing the right therapist is important and you may still have questions before making your decision.
Please do contact me; I am happy to help.
My location
I work with adults (18yrs+) from a comfortable, private room in the centre of Exeter, Devon.
Exeter has good transport links to the surrounding areas, including Topsham, Crediton, Exmouth, Tiverton, Honiton, and Chudleigh.
Face to face and online sessions are available. Please contact me to discuss your options.
Get in touch
Please contact me if you have any questions about how counselling and psychotherapy works, or to arrange an appointment.
This enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to therapy, whether it could be helpful for you, and whether I am the right therapist to help.
You can also call me on 07512899833 if you would prefer to leave a message or speak with me first. I am happy to discuss any queries or questions you may have.
Counselling and therapy can help with:
- relationship problems
- anxiety
- depression
- loneliness
- stress
- loss
- sexuality issues
- eating disorders
- addiction
- difficulties with anger
- gender Issues
- getting balance in all aspects of life
- exploration of life direction
- trauma
This not an exhaustive list, please do contact me to discuss your situation.
Our journey together begins with your story.
We will explore your experiences, thoughts, and emotions to help you gain a better understanding of them, as well as broadening and deepening those responses through reflection and by considering new, alternative perspectives.
It may also be helpful to reflect on the conversations that take place between us. Sessions are confidential, with the usual caveats as we will discuss.