Barnstaple Counselling and Wellbeing

Care • Compassion • Connection

Counselling and Wellbeing Services in Barnstaple

Welcome, and thank you for visiting Barnstaple Counselling and Wellbeing.

Barnstaple Counselling and Wellbeing is situated in the heart of Barnstaple serving the local community, towns and villages surrounding it. We offer care and compassion for our clients and connection and support for our therapists, so that we work together as one community of practice.

We offer counselling services for adults, child and educational psychologist and complimentary therapies such as sports massage.

Our therapists are qualified, insured professionals who operate their own practices within Barnstaple Counselling and Wellbeing, please see our therapists page to find out what therapies we currently offer.

For therapists we offer flexible room booking, free WiFi, free advertising on our website, regular coffee and chat support group.

If you are a qualified, insured and member of appropriate professional body therapist, please contact us to enquire about room rental, suitable for counsellors, psychologists, coaches and similar.

Three rooms available, large room suitable for group work or small training venue.

Making the decision to see a therapist is a big step to take - but it can be a positive one. Please read on to find out more about how we could help you.

Our Therapists

Susan Aston

Fully qualified and insured Counsellor, Mental Health First Aid Instructor and founder of Barnstaple Counselling and Wellbeing.

I am a member of the Bacp, my core approach is integrative and person centred. Professional, genuine, grounded. Counselling offers a neutral space to tell your story, your experience in your own words, to be listened to without judgement, a time to talk, a time to think, a time to process how you feel.

Melissa Willis

Fully qualified and insured Bacp member Integrative Counsellor. I have worked within the Mental Health sector for over 13 years, 7 of these in the NHS

I provide a confidential, non-judgemental and caring space supporting you to explore, express and develop your experiences and understand your emotions in a safe and private environment.

Ben Trafford

Sports Massage Therapist. Our aim is clear, to provide you with precision therapy for optimal performance.

Using industry leading techniques, with a simple approach to complex issues, getting the best possible results on the day. Specialising in posture correction, lower back pain, sciatica, shoulder, neck and elbow pain.

Tara Evans

Hi, I'm Tara, I strive to create a safe, nurturing counselling environment where you can feel truly heard and understood.

I'm here for you and want you to know that I approach our sessions with warmth, inclusivity, respect and empathy.

Nikki Bailey

BACP registered counsellor offering short and long - term therapy to adults for a range of issues from everyday stress, through to anxiety, crisis, loss and trauma of various kinds.

Heartfelt and deeply authentic, I offer empathy and compassion, so that you

feel heard, seen and felt.

Keira Keenan

I am a Child and Educational Psychologist working in the field since 2012. I have an enhanced DBS for working with children and young people. I am also registered with the Health and Care Professions Council. You can check the register

https://www.hcpc-uk.org/check-the-register/

Click below to find out more.

Georgina Lester

My name is Georgina, I am a fully qualified Integrative Counsellor and a member of the NCPS.

Click below to find out more.

11 Elite

Experience the benefits of massage therapy with our skilled therapist.

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Toby Longin

My name is Toby, I’m an Integrative counsellor based in North Devon. I enjoy working with adults and young people and have over twenty years experience in helping people with addiction.

Click below to find out more.

What issues can counselling help with?

People come to counselling for help a wide range of issues. Here are a few of the more common difficulties that can be supported through counselling:

Feelings of stress or anxiety

Panic attacks

Relationship problems

Grief, loss or bereavement

Problems with addiction

Trauma and post-traumatic stress

Abuse

Depression

Problems with confidence or self-esteem

Anger management

Issues relating to sexuality

Difficulties at work or in retirement

Problems with family

Our location

Barnstaple Counselling and Wellbeing is located at Suites 6 & 7 & 8, 30 Boutport Street, Barnstaple, EX31 1RP. Get directions here.

We serve the local community of Barnstaple, along with the surrounding areas of Bideford, Braunton, Ilfracombe and South Molton.

Sessions and Fees

Please see our therapists page to view their individual fees and contact them directly.

Room rental £9 per 90 minute flexible online booking system. Available 8.30am to 8.30pm, 7 days per week. Three rooms available ranging from small room suitable for one to one therapy or meetings, through to large room suitable for small groups such as Yoga, Mindfulness or as small group training room or other professionals who need a cost effective base in which to see clients. TV screen in the large room, alongside comfy chairs plus two desks.

All three rooms can be rented as one booking £25 per 90 minutes

WiFi included in all rooms

Toilet facilities on site

To make a general enquiry please use our contact form below or call us

Get in touch

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about our services, or to arrange to view the rooms for hire.


You can also call us on 07312088189 if you would prefer to leave a message or speak to us first. We are happy to discuss any queries or questions you may have prior to arranging an initial appointment.


All enquires are usually answered within 24 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential and uses secure phone and email services.

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