Counsellor, Psychotherapist and Supervisor. Devon

Post-traumatic stress disorder

If you are experiencing PTSD, this will have been triggered by a terrifying event and may have developed a few weeks after the event, but may not develop until years later.

Symptoms include:

being easily startled
flashbacks
suicidal thoughts
feeling disconnected
dissociation
guilt and shame
self-destructive behaviour
being quick to anger and many more

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/post-traumatic-stress-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20355967

This is debilitating and requires treatment. Counselling can help to disentangle the feelings that are causing these symptoms to persist. Often, identifying the feelings of guilt and shame can be a turning point in treatment.

Testimonials

Kate has transformed my entire life. I was unsure what I needed and wanted from therapy. Kate is easy to talk to, not once did I feel I had to hold back how I was feeling or the subject of what I’d like to talk about. Her advice and coping mechanisms helped me become a less angry Mother and partner. I looked forward to speaking to her, and I already miss our sessions. Thank you xxx

Client

"Kate helped me understand how to cope with my anxiety On a day to day basis, she explained things in a simple understandable way and helped me learn simple ways I can control my anxiety from overcoming me. She helped me work through family trauma and realise my feelings and thoughts were completely valid while also explaining to me why my mind has reacted to certain events the way it did. Kate taught me to be kinder to myself through her therapy and it has been a major factor in helping me overcome anxiety and past trauma"

Client

"I thank you very much for your expert guidance and support and for helping me see things differently than i used to and of how my past has had such a profound effect on my here and now. The work you have put in to help me has been invaluable"

Client

"Kate offered me a safe place for me to explore some past family issues that where affecting my current wellbeing. Her empathy and skill helped me to move onto acceptance and healing. This in turn enabled me to make postive change and growth to my liife"

Client

"Working with Kate has benefited me in many ways, including understanding myself and autism more, learning how to work with my brain and not against it, and helping manage anxiety levels. In addition, I have processed and discussed and explored traumatic experiences, which in turn has given me insight and ways to move forward. Kate always makes me feel heard and understood and is the best therapist I have ever encountered, I have seen many over the years but one consistent and credible therapist is Kate, whom I wish to continue working with for a long time. I think I would be lost without Kate, sincerely"

Client

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