Chronic Illness Counselling in South Molton
Hi, and welcome to my profile. Working with a compassionate, trained therapist who listens without judgement can be a powerful, healing and transformative experience. Maybe you are going through a life crisis, or having difficulties in relationships and struggling with difficult and overpowering emotions. Perhaps you have experienced pregnancy loss, infertility, or other bereavements, leaving you feeling overwhelmed, stuck and wondering how to move? Together we can find ways that will bring understanding to your experience and ultimately bring relief and peace and a way to move forward with renewed momentum.
Hi, and welcome to my profile. Working with a compassionate, trained therapist who listens without judgement can be a powerful, healing and transformative experience. Maybe you are going through a life crisis, or having difficulties in relationships and struggling with difficult and overpowering emotions. Perhaps you have experienced pregnancy loss, infertility, or other bereavements, leaving you feeling overwhelmed, stuck and wondering how to move? Together we can find ways that will bring understanding to your experience and ultimately bring relief and peace and a way to move forward with renewed momentum.
Are you worried about your child’s emotional well-being? Are you looking for help and support quickly? I understand how difficult it can be to reach out for support for your child and the importance of being able to access this quickly. I have worked with children and young people experiencing a wide range of emotional and behavioural difficulties such as anxiety, low mood, obsessive-compulsive disorder and difficulties adjusting to and managing physical health conditions. My aim is to help children, young people and their families overcome their challenges and empower them so that they can thrive and flourish.
Are you worried about your child’s emotional well-being? Are you looking for help and support quickly? I understand how difficult it can be to reach out for support for your child and the importance of being able to access this quickly. I have worked with children and young people experiencing a wide range of emotional and behavioural difficulties such as anxiety, low mood, obsessive-compulsive disorder and difficulties adjusting to and managing physical health conditions. My aim is to help children, young people and their families overcome their challenges and empower them so that they can thrive and flourish.
Do you want a clearer focus, a 'lighter' way of being? If you're experiencing low mood, anxiety, stress or dealing with trauma, addiction and relationship challenges I can work with you online or by phone. We can explore where your emotions come from, how they affect you and how you might approach change. If you'd like equine assisted or 'walk and talk' therapy and we feel it could be beneficial, we can plan a program alongside online counselling sessions. I work in an integrative and relational way, using a range of counselling approaches to work with you and see if there is better way of being with less confusion and more clarity.
Do you want a clearer focus, a 'lighter' way of being? If you're experiencing low mood, anxiety, stress or dealing with trauma, addiction and relationship challenges I can work with you online or by phone. We can explore where your emotions come from, how they affect you and how you might approach change. If you'd like equine assisted or 'walk and talk' therapy and we feel it could be beneficial, we can plan a program alongside online counselling sessions. I work in an integrative and relational way, using a range of counselling approaches to work with you and see if there is better way of being with less confusion and more clarity.
I offer one-to-one counselling and psychotherapy for adults in a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore moving towards change in your life. Working in a relational way means I attend to your story, history and therapeutic goals with care and compassion.
I offer one-to-one counselling and psychotherapy for adults in a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore moving towards change in your life. Working in a relational way means I attend to your story, history and therapeutic goals with care and compassion.
Claire Eva Shepherd
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
South Molton EX36 (Online Only)
Thank you for taking an interest in my details. No therapy can be guaranteed to work for all people all the time, but I will do my utmost to support and empower you to gain some semblance of peace, balance, and quite joyfulness that each of us deserves in our lives, but that are a struggle to reach when everyday life causes problems and pain that lead to poor health. Should you choose to contact me I will reply to you as soon as is humanly possible, if your need for help is urgent please mark URGENT in the subject line.
Thank you for taking an interest in my details. No therapy can be guaranteed to work for all people all the time, but I will do my utmost to support and empower you to gain some semblance of peace, balance, and quite joyfulness that each of us deserves in our lives, but that are a struggle to reach when everyday life causes problems and pain that lead to poor health. Should you choose to contact me I will reply to you as soon as is humanly possible, if your need for help is urgent please mark URGENT in the subject line.
Adam Draper - Cognitive Behavioural Therapist
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
Verified Verified
South Molton EX36 (Online Only)
If you’re feeling spun out or wrung out from anxiety, stress, depression, trauma and its related emotions and problems you’ve come to the right place. You may be looking for a safe space to talk things through, or practical strategies to discover and reach your life goals or address a specific problem. You may be unsure about what brings you to therapy, but know in your body that it's time to start dealing with some of the discomfort and distress that's disrupting your enjoyment of life. You've already shown up with a sense of curiosity and courage by reading this, so why not take another step on the journey and schedule a session?
If you’re feeling spun out or wrung out from anxiety, stress, depression, trauma and its related emotions and problems you’ve come to the right place. You may be looking for a safe space to talk things through, or practical strategies to discover and reach your life goals or address a specific problem. You may be unsure about what brings you to therapy, but know in your body that it's time to start dealing with some of the discomfort and distress that's disrupting your enjoyment of life. You've already shown up with a sense of curiosity and courage by reading this, so why not take another step on the journey and schedule a session?
Online Therapists
The struggles of living with and managing a chronic illness/disability can feel immensely heavy and frustrating, but we can work to find a lighter way of being.
Let's work together to figure out the next steps to feeling better: Seeking help, as you are doing by searching this site, is a brave and important step in satisfying your own needs - in doing this, you are already creating some relief and a pathway towards yourself as you wish to be. You may feel lost or confused as to what comes next, but you have already shown that you can think in new ways and adapt in order to change a situation which isn’t working for you. Our task is to get in touch with feelings that can further open up your awareness, to allow change to happen.
The struggles of living with and managing a chronic illness/disability can feel immensely heavy and frustrating, but we can work to find a lighter way of being.
Let's work together to figure out the next steps to feeling better: Seeking help, as you are doing by searching this site, is a brave and important step in satisfying your own needs - in doing this, you are already creating some relief and a pathway towards yourself as you wish to be. You may feel lost or confused as to what comes next, but you have already shown that you can think in new ways and adapt in order to change a situation which isn’t working for you. Our task is to get in touch with feelings that can further open up your awareness, to allow change to happen.
Hello! I'm Jayne. I'm a Counsellor who specialises in working with individuals to overcome stress, anxiety and burnout to re-create balance, meaning and purpose in their lives. Are you? Feeling stressed, stuck or overwhelmed in your career/life/relationships and feel like you have made choices that no longer fit who you are now. Childless/Childfree and feel misunderstood, judged or invisible. Self-critical, strives to please others and can't say no. Living with a chronic illness or maybe you are struggling with a loss of purpose/direction and feeling lonely, disillusioned or disconnected from the world. If so, then welcome aboard!
Hello! I'm Jayne. I'm a Counsellor who specialises in working with individuals to overcome stress, anxiety and burnout to re-create balance, meaning and purpose in their lives. Are you? Feeling stressed, stuck or overwhelmed in your career/life/relationships and feel like you have made choices that no longer fit who you are now. Childless/Childfree and feel misunderstood, judged or invisible. Self-critical, strives to please others and can't say no. Living with a chronic illness or maybe you are struggling with a loss of purpose/direction and feeling lonely, disillusioned or disconnected from the world. If so, then welcome aboard!
If you are looking for someone with a caring warm and down to earth approach then this is what I offer. I have many years of experience supporting and guiding individuals to overcome struggles in their lives, whether it be coping with bereavement to living with chronic illness, insomnia, low self esteem, burnout, relationship issues, anxieties, depression and so forth. There aren’t many issues that I haven’t worked with over the years. I believe I am a particularly good listener and very committed to using all my knowledge and training to help you in your journey as best as I can.
If you are looking for someone with a caring warm and down to earth approach then this is what I offer. I have many years of experience supporting and guiding individuals to overcome struggles in their lives, whether it be coping with bereavement to living with chronic illness, insomnia, low self esteem, burnout, relationship issues, anxieties, depression and so forth. There aren’t many issues that I haven’t worked with over the years. I believe I am a particularly good listener and very committed to using all my knowledge and training to help you in your journey as best as I can.
My main approach to counselling is grounded in the belief that every person has an infinite capacity to heal and grow, provided they are given the right conditions. When honesty, acceptance, and empathy are offered by a skilled therapist, these elements create a foundation for profound change and healing. This approach along with the pioneering methods of Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) and Multiple Brain Integration Techniques can be highly effective in helping navigate a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, chronic illness and any form of abuse.
My main approach to counselling is grounded in the belief that every person has an infinite capacity to heal and grow, provided they are given the right conditions. When honesty, acceptance, and empathy are offered by a skilled therapist, these elements create a foundation for profound change and healing. This approach along with the pioneering methods of Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) and Multiple Brain Integration Techniques can be highly effective in helping navigate a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, chronic illness and any form of abuse.
I specialize in trauma, PTSD, anger management, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, chronic pain, self-esteem, and sleep issues.
Embarking on healing and growth requires trust and empathy. I provide a safe space for exploration and positive change. My therapy is authentic, collaborative, and non-judgmental. Together, we'll overcome challenges, develop coping skills, and empower you. Your confidentiality and trust are paramount. Let's journey towards resilience and hope.
I specialize in trauma, PTSD, anger management, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, chronic pain, self-esteem, and sleep issues.
Embarking on healing and growth requires trust and empathy. I provide a safe space for exploration and positive change. My therapy is authentic, collaborative, and non-judgmental. Together, we'll overcome challenges, develop coping skills, and empower you. Your confidentiality and trust are paramount. Let's journey towards resilience and hope.
Hello, I am Caroline and my experiences as a client ,over about 4 years inspired me to become a counsellor. These positive experiences changed my life for the better and I would like to use this to help others to deal with the complexities of life. Loss and change are inevitable and we can find change particularly difficult especially when it is imposed on us. Sometimes we hide feelings of deep distress until they explode to the surface knocking us off our feet. Redundancy ,unemployment, bereavement, chronic illness, low self esteem, anger management and depression are all issues which highlighted during COVID. and still remain
Hello, I am Caroline and my experiences as a client ,over about 4 years inspired me to become a counsellor. These positive experiences changed my life for the better and I would like to use this to help others to deal with the complexities of life. Loss and change are inevitable and we can find change particularly difficult especially when it is imposed on us. Sometimes we hide feelings of deep distress until they explode to the surface knocking us off our feet. Redundancy ,unemployment, bereavement, chronic illness, low self esteem, anger management and depression are all issues which highlighted during COVID. and still remain
My name is Bethan and I am passionate about helping individuals wanting to explore feelings and experiences associated with (but not limited to); stress, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, sexuality, addiction, sexual violence, trauma, PTSD, grief, loss, relationship difficulties and work related stress.
My name is Bethan and I am passionate about helping individuals wanting to explore feelings and experiences associated with (but not limited to); stress, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, sexuality, addiction, sexual violence, trauma, PTSD, grief, loss, relationship difficulties and work related stress.
Dr. Sue Egan - Psychologist/EMDR Therapist
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hereford HR1 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialise in healing trauma including PTSD, complex trauma, sexual and domestic abuse, traumatic grief, suicide grief and chronic illness.
There is hope, even when you have experienced significant life trauma. Although it might not be possible to forget life's challenges completely, it is possible to manage them so you can live life again with the volume turned down on the past. My role is to facilitate a safe, supportive space where you can begin to heal from life's traumas and remember who you are. I value doing all I can to offer you an integrated approach assessing your past, present and future using counselling and psychological theories. As the client, the time we have will be entirely yours, as I assist and guide you to uncover the way forward.
I specialise in healing trauma including PTSD, complex trauma, sexual and domestic abuse, traumatic grief, suicide grief and chronic illness.
There is hope, even when you have experienced significant life trauma. Although it might not be possible to forget life's challenges completely, it is possible to manage them so you can live life again with the volume turned down on the past. My role is to facilitate a safe, supportive space where you can begin to heal from life's traumas and remember who you are. I value doing all I can to offer you an integrated approach assessing your past, present and future using counselling and psychological theories. As the client, the time we have will be entirely yours, as I assist and guide you to uncover the way forward.
I have a wide range of lived experiences including alternative cultures, generational trauma, living with chronic illness and being a carer.
Making a decision to have counselling can be the first step towards healing and understanding. We live in a world where everybody is talking, be that Social Media, in person, at work and home, yet it can often feel like nobody has ever truly heard you. Whatever your feelings and situation may be. The chance to talk and be heard and accepted unconditionally, no matter what you bring to therapy, is here for you now.
I have a wide range of lived experiences including alternative cultures, generational trauma, living with chronic illness and being a carer.
Making a decision to have counselling can be the first step towards healing and understanding. We live in a world where everybody is talking, be that Social Media, in person, at work and home, yet it can often feel like nobody has ever truly heard you. Whatever your feelings and situation may be. The chance to talk and be heard and accepted unconditionally, no matter what you bring to therapy, is here for you now.
I specialise in working with chronic illness and pain, anxiety, resolving past trauma, bereavement and loss.
Are you struggling? Attempting to gain a better understanding of yourself and find ways to better cope with life's ups and downs? I can help you find a path forward by making sense of, and learning from our past, engaging with the present & creating future hope. We can explore things that may be causing you distress or confusion from that odd sense that things aren't quite right and feeling unfulfilled to specific issues which are affecting your daily life e.g. chronic pain and illness, anxiety, trauma, bereavement, abuse, self defeating and / self destructive behaviours.
I specialise in working with chronic illness and pain, anxiety, resolving past trauma, bereavement and loss.
Are you struggling? Attempting to gain a better understanding of yourself and find ways to better cope with life's ups and downs? I can help you find a path forward by making sense of, and learning from our past, engaging with the present & creating future hope. We can explore things that may be causing you distress or confusion from that odd sense that things aren't quite right and feeling unfulfilled to specific issues which are affecting your daily life e.g. chronic pain and illness, anxiety, trauma, bereavement, abuse, self defeating and / self destructive behaviours.
I know how scary it can be to reach out and ask for help, especially when life is already a struggle. I believe that nobody should have to face their difficulties alone. Which is why I commit to providing you with a warm, accepting and safe space where we can explore your challenges together. I am passionate about making counselling as easy as possible to access. Providing remote sessions that you can attend from any safe and private space. I have lived experience of chronic illness and neurodivergence and understand first hand some of the barriers people face in accessing support.
I know how scary it can be to reach out and ask for help, especially when life is already a struggle. I believe that nobody should have to face their difficulties alone. Which is why I commit to providing you with a warm, accepting and safe space where we can explore your challenges together. I am passionate about making counselling as easy as possible to access. Providing remote sessions that you can attend from any safe and private space. I have lived experience of chronic illness and neurodivergence and understand first hand some of the barriers people face in accessing support.
Hello, my name is Laura - I am a fully qualified, UKCP accredited existential psychotherapist. I have a particular interest in trauma and abuse. I also work across a breadth of difficulties including (but by no means limited to); anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and low self-confidence, bereavement, stress, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), chronic illness, fertility, child- free and relationship or family issues.
Hello, my name is Laura - I am a fully qualified, UKCP accredited existential psychotherapist. I have a particular interest in trauma and abuse. I also work across a breadth of difficulties including (but by no means limited to); anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and low self-confidence, bereavement, stress, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), chronic illness, fertility, child- free and relationship or family issues.
Now more than ever we are living in a world where contact with others has become increasingly difficult, not just physically but also emotionally. It would be understandable for many people to be feeling isolated and cut of from the rest of humanity at this time, for some this may also trigger painful, old wounds of unmet needs and maybe even a sense of hopelessness. You may crave feeling really connected to someone who is fully present with you and is invested in really understanding you and your situation, someone who can help you to create a relationship that will help to heal relationships that have failed in the past.
Now more than ever we are living in a world where contact with others has become increasingly difficult, not just physically but also emotionally. It would be understandable for many people to be feeling isolated and cut of from the rest of humanity at this time, for some this may also trigger painful, old wounds of unmet needs and maybe even a sense of hopelessness. You may crave feeling really connected to someone who is fully present with you and is invested in really understanding you and your situation, someone who can help you to create a relationship that will help to heal relationships that have failed in the past.
I offer a safe, caring and confidential space to help you feel emotionally supported to explore whatever is troubling you, as sometimes issues can be difficult to work through on your own, whether that is building resilience, reducing anxiety, grappling with loss, understanding relationships or identifying triggers of uncomfortable feelings, for example. Giving yourself the space to reflect upon your life can help you to find clarity of thought, feel more grounded, increases your ability to find solutions and be able to move forward more confidently.
I offer a safe, caring and confidential space to help you feel emotionally supported to explore whatever is troubling you, as sometimes issues can be difficult to work through on your own, whether that is building resilience, reducing anxiety, grappling with loss, understanding relationships or identifying triggers of uncomfortable feelings, for example. Giving yourself the space to reflect upon your life can help you to find clarity of thought, feel more grounded, increases your ability to find solutions and be able to move forward more confidently.
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Chronic Illness Counsellors
How does therapy for chronic illness work?
Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.
Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?
Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?
No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.
How long does therapy for chronic illness take?
There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.