Counselling & Shiatsu

Category: shiatsu

  • Counselling and Shiatsu, No Matter the Weather, Exeter, Devon

    Gosh here in Devon, we are being hit by the weather, aren’t we!

    How are you bearing up?….

    …is constant rain ok for you?

    Is it a serious mental challenge?

    How impacted by the weather are your moods?

    The weather can be so impactful on our mental resilience and well-being.

    The cabin here is Exeter, where I offer Counselling and Shiatsu, is taking the weather battering really well…

    …it’s still a warm, dry, cosy therapeutic space.

    I hope it offers space for reflection and relief, new perspectives and ideally transformation. 

    I hope it is at least a breathing space from whatever is happening outside.

    Maybe you feel drawn to join me here in Exeter, in the cabin, for face to face Counselling and Shiatsu.

    Or maybe you want to stay warm and dry and then online Counselling is an option.

    Get in touch though the contact me page or email amycounsellingexeter@gmail.com

  • Counselling and Shiatsu, Exeter, Devon

    Counselling and Shiatsu, Exeter, Devon

    It’s a dreary day here in Exeter and I’ve arrived early for school pick up….

    …..it does give me the opportunity to say I hope you get a sense of the therapy I offer from past blogs….but I have been thinking recently about what I do offer, and to whom…

    (I have pretty much the same client base for Counselling and Shiatsu)

    So as I have been on my own path of understanding mine and my kids neurodiversity…

    ..I have been working more and more with amazing clients facing challenges and learning to understand their own ADHD, AuADHD, Autism, Dyspraxia and Dyselxia….men, women, children and teens

    As I experience the Perimenopause/ Menopause I have been working with women facing this alongside me..

    I’ve always worked to support women with hormonal imbalances, around menstruation mostly… 

    The ‘biggy’ is when Hormones and neurodiversity clash…..boy this can be hard and challenging…Counselling and Shiatsu can support this so well…

    I also work a lot with chronic fatigue and low energy levels

    My Counselling is affirming but I will question, both the client and myself and only when is therapeutically helpful.

    Do get in touch if you want to discuss if and how I may be able to support you.

    🙏🌧🙏🌧🙏🌧🙏

  • Counselling and Your Space, Exeter, Devon

    Counselling and Your Space, Exeter, Devon

    I love a sunny morning, especially in Clematis flowering season. 

    I created a space in the garden especially to make the most of these things.

    The morning sun drops into this one corner of the garden, just at morning coffee time.

    So I planted a clematis and cobbled together a seating area.

    I crave space, and peace and quiet and take great joy in the sun’s warmth and natural beauty.

    I treasure my morning coffee time so much!

    I feel I envisioned and created a special therapeutic space.

    I had a good sense of the therapeutic space I wanted to offer…

    I trained in Shiatsu…..I mean the body is soooo important to personal growth and development, to letting go of the past and processing pain and trauma….

    I was working so much with emotions, in Shiatsu, it felt really important to bring counselling into my practice.

    So I trained in Counselling. I have always been drawn to being a counsellor and so it felt the perfect fit.

    I hope I hold a space, like my little corner of the garden, that is quiet and peaceful, and safe and private.

    My counselling is client led, helping a client to explore areas they want to explore……what doesn’t feel right to them…..the painful experiences they’ve been through…..the driver who cut them up on the way!……anything.

    I work a lot with Neurodivergent clients, ADHD, AuADHD, Autistic, Dyslexic, Dyspraxic.

    Both myself and my kids are combined ADHD. There are serious amounts of Sensory Processing Issues in our house too.

    Our ADHD journey has deepened my understanding of supporting others with ADHD, AuADHD, Autism, Dyspraxia and Dyslexia.

    I work a lot with women experiencing hormonal issues, often gojng through Perimenopause/ Menopause, often with added impact from  also being Neurodivergent.

    If you are drawn to the idea of having counselling with me please do get in touch – through the contact me page.

    I offer a 30 minute chat to hear what goals or hopes you have for counselling, to ensure I can meet your needs.

    I offer counselling to adults and young people from the age of 13. DBS checked.

  • Counselling in Exeter, Devon

    Counselling in Exeter, Devon

    Our clematis…..just outside my practice space has come out…..just in time for Easter

    I find great joy in this flowering each year….and so perfectly timed for a long weekend….Easter…..a spring break….however you see it….

    I’m looking forward to some family celebration time this weekend…….and to supporting clients next week…..both through Counselling and Shiatsu….

    If you are looking for seriously supportive and validating therapy then I may be the therapist for you……

    …..counselling for me is holding a space, building trust and forging a strong relationship…..

    ..supporting a client to follow their own ideas and discover their own ways of processing their experiences and feelings….

    30 mins free chat for counselling, so important to ensure I understand, and can meet, your needs and wants from the therapy.

    I work in a cabin in Exwick, Exeter. 

    There is parking in the road and it’s a 15 minute walk from Exeter St. David’s train station

    Do get in touch, through the get in touch page, to book in or start a conversation….

  • Counselling and Shiatsu, Exeter, Devon

    Counselling and Shiatsu, Exeter, Devon

    After some rain over night the sun is in full force here…..

    I am off on holiday/ recharge now…..so lovely to be able to breathe, knowing no alarm will be set for a while!…

    Also to be wearing sandals….I love first wear of the year day 😅😅 hence the photo.

    Spring seems to be in full force and a even a little warmth has arrived….I hope this bring some ease and happiness to your household….

    I have spaces to take on counselling clients…..and offer a free 30 minute appointment to make sure I can meet your needs.

    I offer reassuring and affirming therapy.

    I am deeply committed to supporting anyone who comes through my door.

    I am neurodivergent aware. 

    I understand the challenges that people with ADHD, ASD, Dyspraxia, Dyslexia and Sensory Processing issues….the list goes on.

    I have lived experience of ADHD and parenting neurodivergent kids.

    If you feel drawn to work with me then do get in touch. Head to the contact me page.

    Maybe I’ll see you after my holiday….

    Xx

  • Counselling & Shiatsu with Amy, Exeter, Devon

    Here’s a very short video of me. A brief introduction.

    Hi, I’m Amy

    I hope it gives, at least a little, sense of me.

    I love being a therapist and offering counselling and Shiatsu.

    It’s a privilege to work alongside people striving to change, to feel better.

    I am definitely up for working with any emotions…..no matter how big or difficult, challenging or scary.

    If you feel drawn to work with me then do get in touch.

    Use the contact me page or email me at amycounsellingexeter@gmail.com

    I look forward to hearing from you

  • Connection, Counselling and Shiatsu, Exeter

    I feel very lucky….being self-employed….I was able to head out, in the sun, with my son yesterday…

    ….so special to walk and chat….to stop and observe……serious connection……

    ….and that is what I am all about

    ❤️ Connection is everything ❤️

    Connection in therapeutic relationship

    Connection through hands on the body

    Connection with my children

    I see the magic that true connection can create….in my therapeutic work.…and in my children.

    And I’m always striving to offer deeper, stronger, open connection in my practice

    If you are wondering if this is what’s missing for you……or would like to get a better understanding of deep, heart-felt, connection……then get in touch.

    Spaces available next week.

    Counselling 30 min free chat.

    ❤️ Message to book. Get in touch through my get in touch page or email amycounsellingexeter@gmail.com

    🦚 this photo does not due justice to the brilliance….or magic…..of the peacock’s colours in the sun…..but it was truly beautiful and magical…🦚

  • Autumn Celebrations

    October is flying by!…..I have a week off from Shiatsu and Counselling coming up. Half term shenanigans with the family will commence!

    I also have a (big) birthday coming up 😁🎂😁 Party prep in full mode and excitement building. I feel really ready to celebrate, with cake and dancing.

    It’s all happening at the same time (always seems to be the way, right?) I have my counselling graduation in the same week 🎓😃

    Lots going on right now….but mostly though I want to be hibernating 🤣

    Feels like the energy has changed and we’re heading towards the time for quiet, reflection and rest.

    I like this about the winter months and try, although life continues at a pace, to retreat, cosy up and lie fallow.

    I find that Shiatsu and Counselling sessions change with the seasons a little as well.

    In both Counselling and Shiatsu this is a great time to review where we think we are and practise listening to what our bodies need.

    Our bodies can tune into the seasonal changes. If we can trust them they can help us fall into relaxation, help us switch our minds off, or at least slow them down.

    In the meanwhile I imagine October is going to be over before I know it!…..BUT in between the busy times and the fun I plan some slumbering, some snoozing and some relaxation…..

    I have a few spaces available next week for Shiatsu and w/c 4th.

    I am always happy to talk Counselling and Shiatsu – so do contact me with any questions or queries.

    Xx

  • Counselling & Shiatsu, Exeter Devon

    I offer supportive and welcoming Counselling and Shiatsu in Exwick, Exeter, Devon.

    A warm, welcoming and nurturing treatment space, fitting well with how I am as a therapist.

    I offer an open and non-judgmental space.

    A well held therapeutic space where healing and transformation can take place.

    A space clients can explore and question their present reality and health….looking to take control for themselves, to makes change and feel shifts.

    Although new to Counselling I am an experienced therapist….having practiced Shiatsu for over a decade, so I understand my trade well.

    I specialise in supporting people who are Neurodivergent – ADHD, AuADHD, Dyslexic, Dyspraxic.

    I also work a lot with women who are, or think they may be, Neurodivergent and being heavily impacted by hormones. Often in the Perimenopause and Menopause years.

    Hormones can have a massive impact at any age, being misdiagnosed as mental health, for instance.

    Here’s the space set up for Counselling:

    Here it is for Shiatsu:

    Appointments across the week, day and evenings.

    I am always happy to answer any questions or queries.

    Do feel free to get in touch through my contact me page.

    I offer a 30 minute, free, call for Counselling.

    This is to understand your goals and ensure I can meet your needs as a therapist.

  • Shiatsu in the new year

    Shiatsu in the new year

    Happy New Year everyone. I’m back giving Shiatsu after a quiet winter break

    I hope for balance this year – juggling priorities is not my favourite pastime. I am promising myself spaces and to gently manage my family/ work/ life commitments!

    Let’s see how it goes….

    What do you hope for in 2023 – any gentle letting go you can do? – any focus you can listen to?

    There seems to be so many people starting the year with flu. Recovery-wise Shiatsu is helpful for fatigue and muscle aches and pains. It’s supportive and nourishing so great to help get back up and going.

    I’ve got my usual offering available – Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays in the day. Tuesdays and Thursdays in the evening.

    I’m always happy to chat Shiatsu so do get on touch by email – amyhinkswright@yahoo.co.uk or through the contact me page.

    Here’s to a good start to 2023

    Xx