Counselling & Shiatsu

Counselling and Shiatsu Therapy – Exeter, Devon

  • 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, Exeter, Devon

    Counselling, Exeter, Devon

    I’m beginning my life as a counsellor in private practice this week…..my first clients at my home practice



    I feel very privileged that people are putting their trust in me ❤️ that I get to sit and be with people as they process ❤️

    It feels perfect to be adding person centred counselling to my therapeutic practice.

    Offering Shiatsu and Counselling in my workspace is super exciting for me.

    My Counselling and Shiatsu space is at my home, in Exwick, Exeter.

    It is a comfortable and comforting space that allows clients to breath and relax

    Counselling & Shiatsu space, Exeter, Devon


    Counselling spaces are opening up after Easter…….this is to allow a run of weeks…..to give space for a rhythm to be established….

    As always there’s a 30minute free session available for counselling…..to ensure I can meet your needs….

    If you are drawn to working with me then do get in touch through the contact me page.

  • Welcoming Counselling, Exeter, Devon

    Welcoming Counselling, Exeter, Devon

    I am now bringing counselling – person centered approach – into my existing therapeutic practice.

    It’s exciting times and I am so happy to be adding this therapy to be…

    My approach is supportive…..affirming…
    …accepting…..deeply respectful…
    …challenging with sensitivity….

    I offer connection and intuition….a seriously secure therapeutic relationship….

    So do get in touch if you are drawn to working with me….

    I offer a 30 minute free chat….to make sure I can meet your needs…and hear any goals you may have….

    Contact me through the contsct me page – to arrange the free appointment…

    I have spaces opening up after Easter

  • Counselling Neurodivergent Teens, Exeter, Devon

    Counselling Neurodivergent Teens, Exeter, Devon

    Wow…..the teen years! Gosh they can be hard, complex, confusing….sometimes help is needed to navigate them….

    Personally watching my ADHD teen going through these years is tough.

    The hormones running amok, exacerbating the ADHD and sensory processing issues.

    The expectations and pressures of life getting more serious, harder to understand and harder to meet.

    His teen brain, still developing, trying to process what is going on, reacting often in a impulsive, child-like way.

    Mental health has also become an issue, anxiety, depression, then sleep issues.

    It has been shown that hormones heavily affect neuro diverse teenagers. It seems to exacerbate the challenges that my ADHD son faces.

    For a lot of teenagers and young people, neurodivergent or not, the challenges seem to go on and on…

    They can impact daily life….getting in the way of fun and joy….dampening everything down…

    Plus…..on top of all the personal feelings and changes there is a widening understanding of how the world and life is, and maybe, as an adult…..

    The start of thinking about adult responsibilities, expectations…plans, careers….the world with its politics and troubles….

    An understandably tricky time, for all teens, and neuro-diversity bringing its own challenges.

    I have applied for a DBS….(should be back soon)….and then I can welcome teens and young people into my counselling practice.

    All teens and young people, ND or not. From the age of 13.

    *Affirming and open approach

    *Listening and validating

    *Supportive and understanding

    *Neurodivergent aware

    *Creating a space just for them….

    It’s great for teens to be listened to and  heard by others, not their parents….a different perspective with no expectations.

    If you have concerns regarding your teens emotional resilience or mental health then maybe counselling could help…

    I offer a 30 minute, free, appointment. To have a chat and check I can meet the needs of the teen or young person.

    Get in touch on the get in touch page or email: amycounsellingexeter@gmail.com

  • Counselling, Neuro-diversity, Parenting and Caring

    Counselling, Neuro-diversity, Parenting and Caring

    I have two ADHD sons. They are amazing and wonderful. They are defiant and sensitive. They are boisterous and  disorganised. They get overwhelmed and require a gentle touch.

    Parenting a neurodivergent child can be a thing!

    Supporting a child who is questioning why they feel the way they do, and if there is something wrong with them, can be hard.

    Also family members or others close by may not understand…..at all….and criticise and question the parenting

    There is a lot of educating, or re-education needed…..to begin to see how a neurodivergent brain may be working…..what support the child may need.

    It can put so much pressure on the whole family…it can impact everyone’s mental health.

    My counselling comes from a place of understanding…..support… recognising the difficulties…..celebrating the positives…….seeing the restrictions…..enjoying the developments and possibilities.

    Every emotion is welcome..anger…frustration…exhaustion…overwhelmed…desperation…loss…grief….joy…excitement…relief…

    Parenting can triggered one’s own parenting experiences…..

    It can set us on our own path of neurodivergent diagnosis….

    It can be so hard to understand what is our stuff whilst supporting our kids….

    So much to unpack and process….

    Wow!

    If all of this is resonating with you….if you are looking to support yourself to support your kids…..

    Then get in touch to book a free 30 minute chat with me.

    To see if we would work well together….if I can support your needs…

    Go to the contact me page or email: amycounsellingexeter@gmail.com

  • 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

  • Counselling, Exeter, Devon

    Here’s my Counselling space

    Counselling with true connection, Exeter, Devon

    My space is multi-functional and this is it set up for Counselling.

    It’s used for Counselling, Shiatsu and Meditation.

    I offer affirming and supportive Counselling.

    I work hard to build a strong therapeutic relationship, providing connection and trust.

    My Counselling is very much client-led. 

    I advocate and promote autonomy and personal choice.

    I work with anyone over the age of 13.

    I specialise in supporting those who are neurodiverse – ADHD, AuADHD, Autistic, Dyslexic. 

    I also support those struggling with hormonal imbalances, including teenage years, Perimenopause and Menopause.

    I work from home, in Exwick, Exeter.

    I also offer online sessions.

    If you are drawn to having Counselling with me…….do get in touch….I offer a free 30 minute chat.

    More info can be found on the various pages and blogs on this site…..or get in touch with questions

    amycounsellingexeter@gmail.com

  • 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…🦚

  • Counselling, Shiatsu and Neuro Divergence, Exeter, Devon

    Deciding to have therapy and then starting therapy can be really tough…..challenging….anxiety inducing….

    Being Neuro-divergent can be confusing and overwhelming att he best of times….

    I hope it’s helpful to have some idea of who the person is, that is going to offer the therapy….

    Picture of me as I write this blog…after the school run, waiting for a shop to open….

    I am now in my 50’s and am, without much doubt (!), undiagnosed neuro-diverse. Probably ADHD and Dyspraxic.

    Both my kids are ADHD, we are on the way to a diagnosis for them both.

    They have been assessed as ADHD. Also with Sensory Processing Disorder.

    I am a therapist that can support and understand neuro-diversity.

    I understand what it feels and looks like to live it….how to support others with it… and meet the needs of a ND child, young person or adult.

    I’m also a therapist that understands the strengths and extra-special qualities that come with neuro-diversity…..

    Sensitivity…..hyper awareness….thinking outside the box……self-reflective……conscientious…..ability to care deeply….

    ….and I use these to connect with and support any client that comes through my door….neuro-divergent or not..

    If you are on your own ND journey…

    ..if you are supporting your children on their journey…

    ..if your children need support on their journey…

    ..then maybe therapy with me is a good source of support….

    I offer a 30 minute free chat for counselling. To make sure we are a good fit.

    Xx

  • Availability for Counselling and Shiatsu

    I am taking new clients at the moment.

    I have a choice of day and evening appointments available. Which happen in my space at home in Exwick, Exeter.

    I am changing up the days I am working.

    For a long time I haven’t been able to offer daytimes on a Tuesday.

    From next week I can offer a 1.30pm appointment on a Tuesday.

    Then from April I will also have earlier appointments available.

    I still offer evening appointments on a Tuesday, starting at 7.30pm.

    The other days I offer are Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Daytimes on eaxh of these days, and evenings on a Thursday.

    I offer a 30 min free chat, for counselling. To make sure we are a good fit.

    Do get in touch with any questions or to book.

    Xx