Personal Development Psychotherapy Services Devon

Individual Psychotherapy Devon

“What is psychotherapy?”

Psychotherapy is about relationships. As a Psychotherapist, I have a relationship with my clients’. I learn about them... how they think, feel and behave.

I find out about their life, their experiences, their sadness, their achievements and their dreams.

This relationship, alongside my theoretical knowledge of human psychology helps me to enable the client to understand themselves better. To believe in new possibilities for their life. We use the therapeutic relationship to develop the trust needed to begin to relate differently to themselves and others’.

For a 50 minute session for an individual therapy session is £50 and for a couple it is £55. If the session is agreed to be longer then the fee will increase pro rata.

The Way We Work

There are a number of ways to address the same issues and over the years I have gained experience in working with many different models. The particular way we work will depend of a number of different factors, including the nature of the issue and the method that we think may be most suited to you and your situation.

If you have a particular issue then we may agree to meet for a set number of sessions with a particular focus and goal. If your difficulties are more complex then we will need to meet for a longer period of time. The initial meeting will help us identify the best way forward. You will not be committed to further sessions unless you decide that this is what you choose.

Consulting Room for Individual Therapy I believe that for change to occur it is important that you experience a safe, confidential and trusting relationship. Without trust it is difficult to talk about the things that affect you. We will work at a pace that feels comfortable to you. Once a certain level of trust has been established you will find it easier to discuss sensitive issues and be in a better position to make changes in your life.

The first couple of sessions will be focussed on the assessment. This is where I get a clearer understanding about the problem. This is similar to how your G.P. may need to see you more than once to ascertain the correct diagnosis. The difference in the therapy relationship is that you will be an active part of your healing, unlike the passive role of ‘the patient’. My role then becomes more like that of a mid-wife…… I have skills that facilitate the process but you are very actively involved in the process !!

My aim is to help you feel more in control, therefore enabling you to enrich and improve the quality of your life.

Clinical Supervision

Clinical Supervision has been a part of my private practice & NHS work for 20 years. I hold a Post Graduate qualification in Process Supervision. I work with people from a variety of professions, including psychotherapy. General practice, education, nursing, creative therapies, social work and mental health.

My style of supervision focuses mainly on empowering the supervisee to explore and understand the content & process of the therapeutic relationship. Somewhere s/he can take their doubts as well as celebrate their achievements.

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Our Relaxation CD is ideal for anxiety, stress or those sleepless nights. £8.50 + £1 P&P

Individual Testimonials

"I began to see Sandy at a time of absolute collapse for me. I was terrified for my family and for myself as I was truly paralyzed by anxiety. Sandy’s time, patience and skill held me together, I was able to continue work as a GP and live a life with my family. She equipped me with the tools to manage my symptoms and the insight to understand their foundation. I felt safe, supported and developed a belief that I could live and feel differently, more positively. I am now in a very different place full of hope and self-belief. It was a truly life changing time and I cannot express how grateful I am."
Male. General Practitioner.

"When I first consulted Sandy I had no answers to the problems I was facing. I felt trapped and disempowered. Sandy helped me to rediscover my own strength and courage and a sense of my own value. I developed skills needed to make decisions, take action and above all to take care of myself. I have learned to trust myself and rely less on other people's perceptions and approval. These skills are truly liberating and have taken me forward in a way I did not think possible. I would recommend this to anyone in need of a supportive and safe environment in which to explore the things they want to change."
Female. Solicior.

Personal Therapy Weekends

This weekend will give you the opportunity to look at areas in your life that stop you achieving your full potential...