Business Details
22 Years
experience
BACP Accredited Counselling Services in St Austell
Polly Renwick Counselling is a BACP-accredited practice offering tailored therapeutic support for individuals, couples, and small groups. With over 20 years of experience in counselling and psychotherapy, our approach is rooted in the Person-Centred Model, complemented by Transactional Analysis and specialist trauma training. We provide services for relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, and complex issues like domestic abuse and childhood trauma. Our practice in Pentewan, St Austell, prioritises a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to explore personal growth.We also deliver supervision services for counsellors and organisations, adhering to the BACP Ethical Framework. Specialised support includes critical incident debriefing, EMDR therapy, and assistance for those affected by crime or missing loved ones. Our fees are transparent, with flexible options for individuals, groups, and organisational contracts.
Services
Counselling
Psychotherapy
Supervision
Trauma Support
EMDR Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- BACP accredited since 2007 with 20+ years of therapeutic experience
- Specialist trauma training including EMDR and critical incident support
- Person-centred approach tailored to individual client needs
- Flexible supervision services for counsellors and organisations
- Proven expertise in complex issues like domestic abuse and childhood trauma
Associations and certifications
- British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)
Services
Counselling
Our person-centred counselling addresses anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges through tailored sessions. Clients benefit from a non-judgmental space to explore personal growth and emotional resilience. With BACP accreditation, we ensure ethical, client-focused care for lasting positive outcomes.
Trauma Support
Specialist trauma services include EMDR therapy and critical incident debriefing for survivors of abuse, crime, or loss. We integrate evidence-based techniques to process traumatic memories and rebuild emotional stability. Our approach prioritises safety and empowerment for individuals and organisational groups.
Supervision
Supervision services for counsellors and organisations follow the Seven-Eyed Model, enhancing clinical practice within ethical frameworks. We support students and qualified practitioners through reflective practice and professional development tailored to organisational needs.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR therapy addresses PTSD and complex trauma through structured 90-minute sessions. This approach helps clients reprocess distressing memories, reducing symptoms where traditional talk therapy may fall short. Sessions integrate bilateral stimulation for effective emotional healing.
Critical Incident Support
On-site critical incident support offers group debriefing and one-to-one trauma counselling for organisations. Delivered within a week of an event, this service normalises reactions and provides psycho-educational tools to manage stress and prevent long-term psychological impact.
People
Polly Renwick
Counsellor/Psychotherapist
BACP-accredited therapist with 20+ years of experience in person-centred counselling and trauma support. Qualified in EMDR and critical incident debriefing, Polly specialises in complex issues like domestic abuse and childhood trauma. She serves clients in Cornwall and supervises counsellors nationwide.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We primarily use the Person-Centred Approach, integrated with Transactional Analysis and EMDR therapy for trauma. Our methods adapt to individual client needs while maintaining ethical, evidence-based practice standards.
Do you offer online or remote sessions?
While our main practice is in Pentewan, we can discuss remote session options via phone or video call to accommodate client accessibility needs and preferences.
What areas do you cover?
Based in Pentewan near St Austell, we serve clients across Cornwall and provide organisational support nationwide. Travel for on-site critical incident support is available throughout the UK.
How are supervision sessions structured?
Supervision follows the Seven-Eyed Model, combining ethical guidance, case review, and professional development. Sessions are tailored to individual practitioners or organisational requirements, with group options available.
What are your fees for trauma counselling?
Trauma counselling starts at £40/hour for individual sessions. Critical incident group support ranges from £300–500 per half-day or full-day session, with bespoke pricing for organisational contracts.
