Business Details
Your Trusted Counselling Partner in Dawlish
Established in Dawlish, South Devon, our counselling service provides professional, confidential support for individuals and couples facing diverse emotional challenges. With a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (Level 4) and specialized training in bereavement and supervision, we employ an integrative approach tailored to each client's unique needs. Our practice adheres to the ethical framework of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), ensuring high standards of care. We offer both face-to-face and online sessions, accommodating clients from Teignmouth, Exeter, Torquay, and surrounding areas. Our experience spans counselling adults and young people on issues including stress, relationships, depression, and dementia care. Supervision services are available for counsellors, delivered through a structured 1.5-hour session format.Confidentiality remains central to our practice, with clear guidelines discussed during initial consultations. We prioritize building strong counsellor-client relationships as the foundation for effective therapy. Our qualifications include CPCAB-accredited diplomas and specialized certifications in anger management, mindfulness, and transactional analysis. The service maintains accessibility through flexible communication channels, including phone, text, and email contact options.
Services
Counselling Sessions
Supervision Services
Bereavement Support
Couples Therapy
Online Counselling
Highlights and features
- We offer BACP-registered counsellors with Level 4 therapeutic qualifications
- Our integrative approach adapts to individual client needs and circumstances
- Confidentiality guaranteed with clear ethical framework guidelines
- Specialist experience in bereavement, dementia care, and couples therapy
- Supervision services delivered by CPCAB-accredited professionals
Associations and certifications
- British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Services
Counselling Sessions
Professional one-to-one counselling for adults and young people facing emotional challenges. Our integrative approach combines multiple therapeutic techniques to address stress, relationship issues, and mental health concerns. Sessions provide confidential space for exploring personal difficulties and developing coping strategies tailored to individual needs.
Supervision Services
Structured supervision for practising counsellors using integrative methodology. Sessions focus on professional development, ethical practice, and case management. Delivered through 1.5-hour monthly meetings or online formats, incorporating CPCAB and Cruse Bereavement training frameworks to enhance therapeutic effectiveness.
Bereavement Support
Specialized support for individuals experiencing loss through bereavement or life changes. Our approach addresses complex grief reactions and helps clients navigate emotional transitions. Combines Cruse-certified techniques with personalized coping strategies to process different forms of loss beyond traditional bereavement.
Couples Therapy
Therapeutic support for couples seeking improved communication and understanding. Focuses on enhancing listening skills and conflict resolution techniques. Sessions create safe environment for exploring relationship dynamics and developing mutual strategies for stronger partnerships and emotional connection.
Online Counselling
Secure virtual counselling sessions accessible from any location. Maintains same confidentiality standards as face-to-face meetings while offering flexible scheduling options. Particularly beneficial for clients with mobility challenges or those requiring discreet support from their preferred environment.
People
Cheryl Barthorpe
Counsellor & Supervisor
BACP-registered counsellor with Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. Specializes in bereavement, dementia care, and couples therapy. Holds PG Diploma in Supervision and Cruse Bereavement certifications. Practises integrative approach since 2008.
Questions
What types of counselling do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, and online counselling using an integrative approach. Specialisms include bereavement, stress management, relationship issues, and dementia care for both patients and carers.
Are your sessions confidential?
All sessions maintain strict confidentiality within BACP ethical guidelines. Exceptions are discussed during initial consultations to ensure transparency about confidentiality boundaries and legal requirements.
How qualified are your counsellors?
Our counsellor holds Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (CPCAB), PG Diploma in Supervision, and Cruse Bereavement certifications. Registered with British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP).
What areas do you serve?
Based in Dawlish, we serve clients from Teignmouth, Exeter, Torquay, Exmouth, Newton Abbot, Kingsteignton, and Paignton. Online sessions available nationwide through secure virtual platform.
How long are counselling sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes. Supervision sessions typically run for 1.5 hours monthly, with student rates available. Duration may vary based on individual therapeutic requirements and progress.
How do I book an appointment?
Contact via phone 07894 71 88 00, text, or email [email protected]. Leave your name and number for callback, or book through our website contact form for initial consultation.
