Sometimes, the bravest and most important thing you can do is just show up.
The first step is often the hardest, but showing up is where it all begins.
– Brené Brown
Stuck? Searching? Something Feels Off….?
Coaching & Counselling in Exeter and Online
Life gets messy and complicated
I help people cut through the overwhelm, gain clarity, and take aligned action.No fluff. No pressure. Just sharp insight, grounded practical support, and real change.I’m here to help, because growth is not a solo mission.
My commitment to you:
- Straightforward, honest, and compassionate coaching
- Accountability and non-judgement
- Personalised support, purpose-driven coaching
- Empowerment, not dependence
- Learning, growth, and mindset shifts
You need chaos in your soul to give birth to a dancing star.
– Nietzsche
How it works?
Sessions available online or in person near Exeter.
Free 30-Minute Discovery Session
We’ll discuss your goals and challenges and find the best way forward.
Identify Blocks & Gain Clarity
Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back and provide a clear vision for change.
Equip Yourself with Tools & Strategies
I’ll share tried and tested methods to help you build self-awareness and confidence.
Flexible Support
No fixed contracts, just pay per session as you go.
"Such a transformation!"
My confidence has soared, and my low moods are gone, thanks to Debbie’s support.
– Abbie
Coaching & Therapy
Services
Individual Life Coaching
Achieve Your Goals & Improve Your Wellbeing
Targeted and goal-focused coaching to help you move forward in all areas of life, including relationships, career, health, and personal development.
1:1 Focused Psychotherapy
& Trauma Therapy
A practical and integrated approach to improving your mental wellbeing.
Specialising in stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, destructive behaviours, and addiction.
Couples Coaching
Relationship Support & Conflict Resolution
Helping couples rebuild trust, improve communication, and strengthen relationships.
Managing conflict & communication breakdowns.
Rebuilding trust & intimacy.
Navigating life transitions together.
Recovery after an affair.
If you’re thinking about reaching out – do!"
– Debbie’s real, supportive approach changed my life.
I am forever grateful.
– GT
About me
I’m not your average life coach or therapist. Down-to-earth, straight-talking, and goal-focused, my approach is built on real-life experience and professional expertise.
I bring decades of experience working as a relationship counsellor, mentor, and trauma specialist. Alongside my private practice, I work with an Exeter charity supporting families in crisis and collaborate with military and emergency services charities on PTSD recovery.
My journey has shaped my practice. From swimming the English Channel at 14 to overcoming illness, I know that inner strength and the right support can transform lives. Let me help you start that change.
My qualifications
- Life Coaching Diploma
- Advanced Diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy
- Certified Gottman Relationship Therapy Practitioner
- Resource therapy (trauma informed parts therapy)
- Platinum Level Spectrum™ Therapy Practitioner & Emotional Coach
- Master Practitioner NLP & Hypnosis
- EMDR, Integrated Eye Movement Therapy (IEMT) & Havening Techniques®, Heartmath, Metaphors of Movement
- Masters degree and Certificate in Education (Cert Ed)
- Mindfulness & Meditation Teacher (Zenways Advanced Cert)
- Certified BWRT® Practitioner
Life Lessons That Shape My Practice
Understanding
Every experience creates an opportunity for personal growth and my own journey is no exception. A demanding role as an A&E nurse gave me great insight, understanding and compassion. I witnessed pain, fear and sadness, but I gained invaluable experiences that help me to guide you through difficult times.
Understanding and empathy create an open dialogue. The right attitude allows you to deal with problems constructively, rather than being overwhelmed. And insight directs your attention to where it is most needed.
Self-belief
With courage, determination and self-belief, you really can accomplish amazing things. At just 12 years old, I announced that I would swim the English Channel.
There was never any doubt in my mind that I wouldn’t succeed. With unwavering conviction, bravery and persistence, I swam across the stormy waters to France. I was just 14 years of age.
With a strong belief system, you can achieve your goals. I will empower you to see your own immense potential and guide you to succeed.
Inner strength
Most of us will face a challenging event at some point in our life. I survived cancer in my 30’s and in more recent years, a debilitating chronic illness. Testing times, but valuable lessons. Connecting with your inner strength will see you through the most taxing times.
Life is not always straightforward and curve balls can either throw you off course or make you determined. With insight from my own experience, I work with you, helping you to discover your unique inner strength and re-ignite a zest for life.
Motivation
When it comes to motivating people, there is nothing quite as effective as military tactics. With an army background, I am one tough lady. Add my experience as a life coach into the equation and you get a winning formula. From a simple lack of impetus, to loss of direction or major life changes, I am an expert in helping people realise their potential and kick-starting them into action.
In the military, we work as a team and never accept defeat. That is exactly what I will do, motivate you to become the very best you can be.
Mediation
From every bad choice, comes wisdom. And when it comes to relationships and marriage, I have had my share of experience.
My training as a professional relationship counsellor provides a unique insight into the factors that work for and against any couple. Putting knowledge into practise, I am now in a healthy, loving, long-term relationship.
I work with you individually or as a couple, guiding you through problems, helping you to communicate effectively and build a closer, healthier relationship.
Accomplishment
When we widen our horizons, we can accomplish great things. And being able to gain knowledge from previous experiences and apply it to new situations is the key to success.
My own career has been diverse and exciting. From the running of a family farm, to a career in nursing and from Director of Compliance in the financial industry to now, running my own successful business.
I take my experience and challenge you to achieve a different direction, and mentor you to succeed with new goals.
The best decision I ever made...
Debbie helped me see unhelpful patterns and gave me the tools to break free.
–Dawn B
Get in touch
I am based in the beautiful village of Aylesbeare just off junction 29 of the M5. I am just 8 minutes from Exeter Airport.
To get in touch with me please fill in the form below or give me a call. I will get back to you as soon as I can.
Supporting
A guardian angel through our darkest times.
–Anonymous