Individual Therapy and Specialist Support
Individual Counselling in Paignton and Online Therapy
Individual therapy offers a safe, confidential and supportive space to understand yourself more clearly, explore what you’re experiencing, and find a way forward that feels right for you.
You may be seeking counselling because you feel anxious, overwhelmed, stuck, or are facing a difficult time in your life. Therapy can help you explore your thoughts and feelings, understand patterns, develop new ways of coping, and consider the changes you would like to make.
Many people seek support during times of transition, loss, relationship changes, becoming a parent or periods when they feel disconnected from themselves or uncertain about the future.
Sometimes these changes are obvious, while others are quieter — such as feeling different within yourself or questioning what you want from life. Counselling provides space to reflect, gain understanding and move forward at your own pace.
In our first session, we’ll talk about what has brought you to counselling, what you hope to gain from therapy, and whether we feel we would be a good fit to work together.
I’m deeply committed to these areas, and with my specialised training, I offer support in them for both individuals and couples, whenever it’s most helpful for you:
Pregnancy & Infant Loss Specialist
This is an area of work that is very close to my heart, and I deeply understand how painful this experience can be. I believe that having personal awareness of miscarriage and baby loss can make a real difference in offering care that is both sensitive and respectful, and that truly honours what people need during such a difficult time.
The Foundation for Infant Loss provides specialist training for professionals who support individuals and couples through this experience. Baby loss is a unique and deeply personal form of grief, and everyone’s journey through it is different. It’s important that this kind of grief is met with care, understanding, and patience, allowing each person the time and space they need as they adjust to a reality they did not expect.
Rainbow Specialist
I’m deeply committed to supporting anyone going through this difficult journey. If you’re struggling, please remember you don’t have to go through it alone—reaching out for support can make a real difference, and you deserve that support.
The term “rainbow baby” is often used to describe a baby born after loss, but I understand that not everyone feels comfortable with this language. For some, it can feel as though it suggests the new baby replaces the one who was lost. Whatever words feel right for you, it’s important to recognise how hard it can be to go through a pregnancy after loss, and that everyone’s experience will be different.
There is no “right” way to grieve the baby you’ve lost while also holding hope for a new pregnancy. Both feelings can exist at the same time, and it’s okay if that feels complicated or overwhelming.
Children & Young People
I’ve had the privilege of working with young people of all ages in different settings, and I understand how challenging it can feel to make sense of who you are as you grow up. Having space to explore this with someone outside of home or school can be really helpful for young people.
Therapy with children and young people can look different from therapy with adults. Many young people prefer more creative ways of working, and some find it easier to talk while doing an activity, like playing a game, using toys, or drawing. This can help them express themselves in a way that feels more natural and less pressured.
Often, parents and carers reach out when they notice their child is struggling. It can also be helpful for parents to think about how they are experiencing their child’s difficulties. Sometimes, getting support for themselves first can help them feel more grounded and better able to support their child, bringing more understanding and stability to the whole family.