Business Details
Your Trusted Counselling Partner in Dawlish
We are a dedicated counselling practice based in Dawlish, South Devon, offering professional and confidential support for individuals and couples. With over 15 years of experience in therapeutic counselling and supervision, our practice combines a PG Diploma in Supervision and specialist training in bereavement, dementia care, and anger management. Our integrative approach prioritises individuality, creating a safe space for clients to explore challenges and develop coping strategies.As a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, we adhere to rigorous ethical standards. Our services extend across Teignmouth, Exeter, Torquay, and surrounding areas, providing both face-to-face and online sessions.
Services
Counselling
Supervision
Bereavement Support
Anger Management
Couples Therapy
Highlights and features
- We are registered members of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
- We offer specialist experience in bereavement, dementia care, and anger management
- Our integrative approach adapts to individual client needs and circumstances
- We provide both face-to-face and online counselling options
- Our practice combines 15+ years of therapeutic experience with continuous professional development
Associations and certifications
- British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Services
Counselling
Our therapeutic counselling addresses stress, relationship issues, depression, and bereavement through an integrative approach. Clients develop coping strategies in a safe, confidential environment. Sessions adapt to individual needs, supporting personal growth and emotional resilience.
Supervision
We provide BACP-accredited supervision for counsellors using an integrative framework. Sessions focus on professional development, ethical practice, and maintaining therapeutic effectiveness. Supervision supports both qualified practitioners and trainees through regular 1.5-hour sessions.
Bereavement Support
Specialist support addresses loss through bereavement, relationship breakdown, or identity changes. Our Cruse-certified approach helps clients process grief and develop coping mechanisms. Sessions explore emotional responses to loss in a non-judgmental space.
Anger Management
This service develops assertiveness and conflict resolution skills for managing anger. Through structured sessions, clients explore triggers and learn techniques for maintaining emotional balance in personal and professional contexts.
Couples Therapy
We help couples improve communication and conflict resolution through structured therapy sessions. The approach focuses on enhancing listening skills and understanding relationship dynamics to strengthen partnerships.
People
Cheryl Barthorpe
Counsellor
Cheryl Barthorpe is a BACP-registered counsellor with a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. She specialises in bereavement, dementia care, and anger management. With 15+ years of experience, she provides integrative therapy for individuals and couples across South Devon.
Questions
What issues can counselling help with?
Our counselling addresses stress, relationship problems, depression, bereavement, anger management, and work-related issues. We also support clients dealing with dementia-related concerns and identity loss.
How does the integrative approach work?
Our integrative method combines different therapeutic techniques tailored to individual needs. This flexible approach adapts to your specific circumstances and personal development goals.
Are sessions confidential?
All sessions maintain strict confidentiality within BACP ethical guidelines. We discuss any exceptions during your initial consultation to ensure transparency about confidentiality boundaries.
What qualifications do you hold?
We hold a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, PG Diploma in Supervision, Cruse Bereavement Certificate, and specialist qualifications in dementia awareness and anger management.
How long are counselling sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes. Supervision sessions typically run for 1.5 hours, with student supervision also structured around this duration.
