Specialist Psychological Therapy for Trauma in Newton Abbot ~ Devon & Online
Services
It can feel difficult to know how to move forward when you’ve experienced challenges in life. Sometimes it’s hard to know how to put the things that have happened in their rightful place, leaving you feeling stuck, isolated and unsure of what to do next.
50 minute Counselling Session – £55
60 minute Supervision Session – £60
90 minute EMDR Session – £95
I have particular expertise in the following areas:
TRAUMA
Trauma Therapy to help you move forward ~ Specialist Psychological Therapy (EMDR) to process any challenging experience. Particular expertise in working with Birth Trauma.
PERINATAL ANXIETY
I can support you to manage catastrophic thinking and learn strategies to calm your nervous system.
BABY LOSS
Specialist psychological therapy to help you process the grief and trauma of any baby loss, whether that's stillbirth, miscarriage or termination. You don't have to process baby loss alone
DOMESTIC ABUSE & SEXUAL ASSAULT
Domestic abuse can take a toll on your mental health, potentially causing or worsening conditions like depression, anxiety & PTSD. This may affect your mood, sleep, appetite, and lead to withdrawal from activities you once enjoyed. It can also lower your motivation and, in severe instances, result in suicidal thoughts or self-harm.
SUPERVISION & REFLECTIVE PRACTICE
Professional supervision for counsellors and reflective practice groups for other clinical professionals, either online or face to face.
EMDR
I specialise in supporting clients who have experienced trauma, no matter what form it takes. Trauma is deeply personal and doesn’t always stem from what we expect, like an assault or car crash—it can also arise from events like a difficult birth, unexpected loss, or relationship breakdown. I offer EMDR therapy, a proven approach to healing trauma, and have a particular focus on supporting women and families in the perinatal period. If your birth experience left you feeling isolated or overwhelmed, I’m here to help you process those emotions, reclaim your sense of peace, and enjoy new parenthood without the weight of past trauma. You shouldn't have to feel distressed when recalling your birth experience. Recovering from birth trauma can be incredibly difficult. Even if your delivery seemed uncomplicated compared to others, it doesn't mean it wasn't traumatic for you.
Perinatal Anxiety
Perinatal anxiety can occur before or after giving birth, with antenatal anxiety happening during pregnancy and postnatal anxiety in the year after. It's natural to feel anxious at times, especially as a new parent, but when those worries become persistent and overwhelming, it can feel hard to cope. Whether your anxiety stems from past experiences, difficult birth stories, or fears about your baby, I can help. I offer support to manage catastrophic thinking and teach calming strategies to ease your nervous system, helping you feel more in control during this transformative time.
Baby loss
Losing a baby is devastating, whether through miscarriage, termination, stillbirth, or loss in the NICU. Every form of baby loss is profound, and you don’t have to face it alone. Grieving the loss of both your baby and the future you had envisioned is an incredibly personal journey. This grief is often intertwined with trauma, and you may find yourself reliving the loss, even years later. It can feel isolating when others expect you to have moved on. You’re seeking peace, to honour your bond with your baby, and to find a way forward. While there are no quick fixes for grief, working with a specialist counsellor can help you process your loss and begin to heal.
Domestic Abuse & Sexual Assault Counselling
Abusers often use mental health to control you, but it’s crucial to remember that the abuse is never your fault—it’s the abuser’s responsibility. Domestic abuse can leave you feeling confused, isolated, and doubting your decisions. Leaving an abusive relationship is incredibly hard, and there are often many reasons you feel you should stay. Reaching out for support is a huge, courageous step, and you should be proud of yourself. I can help you explore the complexities of your relationship, understand its impact on your emotional health, and recognise red flags, empowering you to build a healthier future.
If you’ve been sexually assaulted, it’s important to remember that it wasn’t your fault. Sexual violence is a crime, no matter who commits it or where it happens. You may fear that retelling your experience will be painful or worry about being judged or not believed. I’m here to offer you a safe, confidential space to process what happened and help you regain a sense of safety in the world.
Clinical Supervision & Reflective Practice
You deserve a supportive and secure space to reflect on your clinical practice. Your goal is to provide the best care for your clients while growing as a counsellor or practitioner but finding the right supervisor with the perfect balance of expertise and approachability can be tough.
With ten years of experience as a counsellor and extensive work in the NHS, I bring a wide range of skills to our sessions. My integrative approach draws from Gestalt, IFS, Transactional Analysis, and Trauma-Focused models, creating a warm and engaging supervision experience.
I offer supervision for counsellors and facilitate Reflective Practice groups for professionals, both online and in person to reflect on their professional practice. Feel free to reach out to discuss your supervision needs and check out my Reflective Practice Brochure to understand how it can improve the productivity of your workforce.
I offer supervision for counsellors and facilitate Reflective Practice groups for other clinical professionals and professional organisations both online and in person.
Please contact me to discuss your Supervision and Reflective Practice requirements.
