Personal & Relationship Counselling.

Personal & Relationship Counselling. With over 30 years of experience, we’re a trusted private counselling and psychotherapy practice based in Plymouth.

Since 1994, we’ve provided compassionate, personalised support to individuals, couples, and businesses across Devon and Cornwall.

A Calm Space to Talk, Right Here in Plymouth 🌿You can find us here on Looe Street, just a short walk from Plymouth Barbi...
15/05/2026

A Calm Space to Talk, Right Here in Plymouth 🌿

You can find us here on Looe Street, just a short walk from Plymouth Barbican.

Starting counselling can feel like a big step, so we try to make that first contact feel as simple and welcoming as possible. Whether you are looking for support with relationships, anxiety, grief, stress, addiction, low mood or something you cannot quite put into words yet, we are here to listen.

We offer a calm, private space where you can talk things through at your own pace, with support shaped around you.

If you are thinking about counselling but are not sure where to start, we offer a free 15-minute phone conversation. It is a chance to ask questions, explore your options and see what feels right for you.

📍 Personal Relationship Counselling Plymouth
Looe Street, Plymouth

When Everything Feels Too Much 💭Emotional overload can happen when stress, worry and difficult feelings build up over ti...
08/05/2026

When Everything Feels Too Much 💭

Emotional overload can happen when stress, worry and difficult feelings build up over time. It does not mean you are failing. It means your mind and body may be carrying more than they have space for.

Sometimes the first step is simply to pause, name what you are feeling and ask what you need right now.

Counselling can offer space to talk things through, make sense of what is happening and find a steadier way forward.

If you would like to talk, we offer a free 15-minute phone conversation to help you get started.

📍 Personal Relationship Counselling Plymouth

How do I get over my emotions? 💭The truth is, we do not always need to get over our emotions.Often, we need to slow down...
29/04/2026

How do I get over my emotions? 💭

The truth is, we do not always need to get over our emotions.
Often, we need to slow down enough to understand them.

Emotions can feel uncomfortable, but they also tell us something. They can point to stress, hurt, fear, overwhelm, or unmet needs.

This simple process is a reminder to pause, notice what is happening, and respond with a little more care and curiosity. Not every feeling needs to be pushed away. Sometimes it needs to be listened to.

If you are finding emotions hard to manage on your own, counselling can offer space to make sense of what you are feeling and what you need next.

If you would like to talk, we offer a free 15-minute phone conversation to help you get started.

📍 Personal Relationship Counselling Plymouth

What Is Holding You Back? 🌿Fear of change?Self-doubt?Past hurt?Overthinking?Sometimes the hardest part is not moving for...
24/04/2026

What Is Holding You Back? 🌿

Fear of change?
Self-doubt?
Past hurt?
Overthinking?

Sometimes the hardest part is not moving forward. It is understanding what keeps you stuck in the first place.

Counselling offers space to reflect, make sense of things, and take steps forward with more clarity and confidence.

If you would like to talk, you can call us or find us here in Plymouth. We also offer a free 15-minute phone conversation to help you get started.

📍 Personal Relationship Counselling Plymouth

What Is In Your Control? 🌍When life feels overwhelming, it is often because we are carrying things that are not ours to ...
07/04/2026

What Is In Your Control? 🌍

When life feels overwhelming, it is often because we are carrying things that are not ours to control. Other people’s reactions. The past. Uncertainty about the future.

A helpful way to find steadiness is to focus on what is within your circle of influence.
Your choices. Your responses. How you speak to yourself.

Psychology shows that shifting attention towards what we can influence helps reduce stress and increases a sense of control and clarity.

It does not mean ignoring what is difficult. It means placing your energy where it can actually make a difference.

Counselling can help you explore this more deeply and find ways to feel more grounded in the middle of uncertainty.

If you would like to talk, you can call us or find us here in Plymouth. We also offer a free 15-minute phone conversation to help you get started.

📍 Personal Relationship Counselling Plymouth

Right Here in Plymouth 📍We are based just a short walk from the Barbican, in the heart of Plymouth.Sometimes taking the ...
27/03/2026

Right Here in Plymouth 📍

We are based just a short walk from the Barbican, in the heart of Plymouth.

Sometimes taking the first step towards counselling can feel like the hardest part.
That is why we aim to keep things simple, welcoming and local.

If you have been thinking about talking to someone, you are always welcome to get in touch, ask a question, or arrange a time that suits you.

If you prefer to start gently, we offer a free 15-minute phone call. It is a chance to connect, ask questions and see what support might feel right for you.

We offer a calm, private space to talk, right here in the city.

📍 Personal Relationship Counselling Plymouth

When Overthinking Takes Over 💭Overthinking can feel like trying to solve everything at once.The more you think, the hard...
19/03/2026

When Overthinking Takes Over 💭

Overthinking can feel like trying to solve everything at once.
The more you think, the harder it becomes to find a clear answer.

A simple way to break the cycle is to gently separate what you can control from what you cannot.
Focus on one small step you can take today, rather than trying to solve everything in your head.

Psychology shows that action, even small action, helps reduce mental overwhelm and brings a sense of clarity.

Counselling can help you slow things down, make sense of your thoughts, and find a way forward that feels manageable.

📍 Personal Relationship Counselling Plymouth

The Value of Being Truly Heard 💬Sometimes what people need most is not advice or solutions. It is the chance to speak op...
13/03/2026

The Value of Being Truly Heard 💬

Sometimes what people need most is not advice or solutions. It is the chance to speak openly and feel genuinely heard.

When someone listens without judgement or interruption, it can help bring clarity to thoughts that have felt tangled for a long time. Many people find that simply putting feelings into words is the first step towards change.

Counselling offers that kind of space. A calm conversation where you can explore what is happening in your life and what might help you move forward.

If you are thinking about talking to someone, we offer a free 15-minute phone conversation to help you explore your options.

📍 Personal Relationship Counselling Plymouth

How to Reset After an Argument 🌿Arguments happen in every relationship. What matters most is what happens next.A simple ...
24/02/2026

How to Reset After an Argument 🌿

Arguments happen in every relationship. What matters most is what happens next.

A simple reset can look like this:

1. Pause before continuing the conversation.

2. Name the feeling rather than the fault.

3. Ask one genuine question such as “What did you need from me in that moment?”

4. Repair with something small, even if you still disagree.

Repair builds trust. It is not about winning, it is about staying connected.

If you would like support with this, we are here when you are ready. You can start with a free 15-minute phone chat to talk through your options.

📍 Personal Relationship Counselling Plymouth

The Power of Talking Things Through 💬Sometimes thoughts feel heavier when they stay in our heads.Saying them out loud ca...
14/02/2026

The Power of Talking Things Through 💬

Sometimes thoughts feel heavier when they stay in our heads.
Saying them out loud can bring clarity, relief and a different perspective.

Talking to someone who listens without judgement can help you make sense of what you are feeling, untangle confusion and begin to move forward with more confidence.

You do not have to have everything figured out before reaching out.
If you would like to explore whether counselling feels right for you, we offer a free 15-minute phone conversation. It is simply a chance to connect, ask questions and see what support might look like.

📍 Personal Relationship Counselling Plymouth

Starting Counselling Can Feel Like a Big Step 🌿Many people wait until things feel overwhelming before reaching out for s...
05/02/2026

Starting Counselling Can Feel Like a Big Step 🌿

Many people wait until things feel overwhelming before reaching out for support.
But counselling does not have to start in crisis. It can begin with curiosity, reflection, or a sense that something could feel better.

Taking that first step is often about having a conversation, asking questions and being heard without judgement.
Support works best when it starts at a pace that feels right for you.

If you have been thinking about counselling but are unsure where to begin, starting with a simple conversation can make all the difference.

📍 Personal Relationship Counselling Plymouth

Address

36 Looe Street
Plymouth
PL40EB

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 7pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 7pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 7pm
Thursday 8:30am - 7pm
Friday 8:30am - 7pm

Telephone

+441752266000

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