Teen Therapy Exeter
A space where teens feel seen, heard, and supported.
Being a teenager today is tough – like, really tough. Between school stress, social pressures, identity struggles, and a digital world that never stops moving, it’s a lot to carry. At The Good Life Therapy Centre in Exeter, we offer a calm, non-judgmental space where teens can talk things through with someone who genuinely gets it.
So, whether your teen is feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, withdrawn, or just not quite themselves, therapy can help. We support teens in building emotional awareness, confidence, and resilience so they can handle life’s challenges with more clarity and confidence.
Our approach to working with teens is modern, down-to-earth, and genuinely supportive. No stuffy clinical vibes—just real conversations that lead to real change.
Check out our team of practitioners who are currently offering teen therapy in Exeter.
A Note For Parents and Caregivers
We know how impossibly hard it can be to see your child struggling. You want to help but they might find it hard to talk to you about what’s going on. That’s okay. Therapy gives them a safe space to work things through at their own pace.
We’re here to support your teen – but also you. If you have questions about the process or how best to support your child outside of sessions, we’re happy to help guide you. When appropriate, we may check in with you to offer insights or suggestions for support at home.
How It Works:
We start with an initial consultation—usually with the parent(s) or caregiver(s)—to understand what’s going on and how we can help. From there, we’ll agree next steps.
Confidentiality is a key part of building trust in therapy. That means your teen needs to know they can speak freely. We’ll always let you know if there’s a serious risk of harm, but otherwise, sessions are private between the therapist and your teen. This trust is paramount in the efficacy of therapy.
You’re welcome to reach out with any questions. We’re here to make the process feel as smooth and supportive as possible.
Kate Needs (MSc, MBACP)
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday mornings, some flexibility available for other times.
Rates: £55 for 50 mins, £80 for 90 mins
Availability: Accepting New Clients
“I’m tired of feeling like I should be coping by now, but inside I’m falling apart”, “they think I’m faking being ill, but I’m actually faking being OK”, “I’m so tired and stressed, I don’t know how to keep going”.
If any of these questions resonate with you and you’re feeling lost, lonely, exhausted, angry, anxious, scared or worried about the future, counselling with me will help.
I’m Kate, a therapist who has felt lost and tired before and knows the uphill battle to keep on top of everything, trying to pour from an empty cup. I work with grief and loss; from bereavement by suicide, pet bereavement, to chronic health conditions (Lupus, RA, fibro, etc), miscarriages and IVF, lost identities and gaining new ones, such as a new ADHD diagnosis, divorce, and retirement.
After 25 years in education, I am well placed to help Teachers who are struggling with work, possibly considering a change of career, or life in general, coupled with the demands of working within education.
Having worked with secondary-age children for 25 years, I also accept clients at secondary school and above.
I help you identify and understand your feelings, work out how trauma is impacting your life and help you find yourself again. The anxiety in your chest lifts, the brain fog lessens, you feel calmer, more accepting of your situation and know yourself better. My unique blend of calm, non-judgmental listening, coupled with psychoeducation, creates a safe space that facilitates change for my clients.
I am a qualified and insured integrative counsellor, registered with the BACP. I pick the most appropriate type of therapy for my clients and what they are facing, and create a unique experience for each person. I work on a long or short-term basis, with regular reviews to check progress and how you feel it is going.
Gifting yourself therapy can be a life-changing experience. Reach out for a 15-minute free call with a compassionate counsellor who wants to go on your journey with you.
If you would like to speak with Kate or are looking for more information, please find her contact details below:
» Email: bluewavescounselling@proton.me
» Phone: 07516 781123
Rhi Dowle, NCPS
Schedule: Thursdays AM & PM
Rates: £60 per 1-hour session
Availability: Accepting New Clients
What is counselling?
I describe counselling as a chance to Pause…Explore…Understand…and Change…
You can take time to pause and talk with someone who is separate from your everyday life. We can explore the things that are important to you to build connections and understanding that can help to create positive change in your life.
How can it help?
Do you find yourself stuck in the same things over and over again?
Do you struggle in some of your relationships or do you feel anxious or low time and time again?
Maybe you’re feeling generally lost in life and need some support to figure out what’s next.
You might be looking to process trauma or seeking to understand your emotions and reactions.
If you would like to understand yourself better and make some changes that will last, I can support you along the way.
What to expect
I have many years of experience supporting teens.
I am trained in a range of techniques meaning your counselling is specific to you. My trauma-informed approach means that we can zoom out and explore how life, both past and present, may be contributing to the challenges that you are facing currently. This way of practicing focuses on you as a whole person and empowers you to make sustainable positive change.
My work is Neurodiversity affirming and I will support you as you cultivate the life you want to lead.
If you are struggling at home or at school. If relationships are feeling difficult or you’re struggling with self confidence, I can support you to explore anything that is important to you.
With a compassionate and empowering approach, I aim to support you to navigate the challenges that you are facing and cultivate the life you want to lead.
I hold advanced specialist training cert. in counselling children and young people. With extensive experience working in mainstream schools, specialist education provisions and local counselling organisations, I understand the challenges that you may be facing at school or in other areas of your life.
I am an accredited professional member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS).
If you would like to speak with Rhi or are looking for more information, please find her contact details below:
» Email: counsellingwithrhi@gmail.com
» Website: www.counsellingwithrhi.com
Not Sure Where to Start?
If you would like to reach out to the centre for support in finding a therapist for your teen, feel free to send an enquiry using the button below. A member of our team with respond within 1-2 business days.
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