Counselling and Reiki in Market Lavington – Devizes – Wiltshire

January 10, 2017September 27, 2020 ~ claire ballardie

Welcome to my website. As a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, my aim is to provide a variety of options to improve both physical and mental health- a holistic way to feel good and to be, and to promote calmness and relaxation. I offer counselling and reiki near Devizes in Market Lavington, Wiltshire..

Counselling

I offer psychotherapeutic counselling near Devizes, Wiltshire. My role is to support you and to provide a safe place for you to explore your feelings and provide an outlet for emotions.

Life can throw all sorts of unexpected events at us. At the we are all in a very unusual situation with Covid19, with the added stress of social distancing and the fear of being ill ourselves.

Anxiety and depression can be a result of not being able to be close to poorly friends or being isolated, Being in lock-down with family where relationships are foundering can require careful management. Talking to someone who can listen without judgement, can help to bring a new perspective to handling. the struggle of day-to-day life.

I believe in a holistic approach, taking into account how our mental state impacts on our whole being. When we are stressed and tense, this has an impact on the body, Improving mental health can have a positive effect on the body’s energy, releasing tension and stress.

I have both indoor and outdoor facilities, with options for outdoor therapy, the healing qualities of being in nature and around animals. In normal circumstances, we would meet face to face, but while we are within the confines of social isolation, I am working in different ways.

Options I offer are::

We can do live on-line face-to-face sessions on Zoom
Have a chat on Whatsapp
Exchange texts or email
Talk on the phone

Eco-Therapy

Indoor therapy may not be for everyone: being outdoors can be very grounding and healing – connecting with nature can promote a sense of calm and serenity, even if the weather is bad! Nature is powerful and profound and can be refreshing for the soul.

Animal-assisted counselling

Animals can play a very important part in the therapeutic process, aiding relaxation and a sense of calm, reflecting mood and body language.

Exercise

Movement is good for both physical and mental health. Exercise boosts your mood, and improves physical awareness: classes are a great way to make friends.

Meditation

Life can seem very busy. Taking a mental break through meditation helps you to discover a quiet place, away from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

Mindfulness

Feeling overwhelmed is common if you have many worries on your mind, and trying to juggle daily life. Mindfulness helps you to focus on one thing at a time, to take time and to find pleasure in simple tasks, bringing a sense of calm to the day.

Reiki

Physical and emotional issues can have a huge effect on the body’s energy. self-heal. Reiki can help to rebalance the equilibrium between mind and body through deep relaxation.

I am a qualified Counsellor, Reiki Master, Exercise Professional, and a British Horse Society Registered Equestrian Coach.

I can offer:

Please contact me for further details on any of the above.

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Walk and Talk Outdoor Counselling

November 29, 2020November 29, 2020 ~ claire ballardie

Walk and Talk outdoor counselling is available. A short walk from my premises, this private, secluded field offers a quiet place to have therapy, surrounded by nature.

There is space to walk, to relax, to observe wildlife and listen to the birds. Relaxation can really help to give a new perspective to problems and worries.

As the ground can be wet underfoot in winter, outdoor clothing is necessary,

Price details are the same as other sessions.

Contact me if you would like more information.

Depression

September 26, 2020September 27, 2020 ~ claire ballardie

What is Depression?

With depression, you may have been feeling lonely or withdrawn for a while, and not been able to ‘snap out of it’. Daily life becomes a chore, and simple things become a challenge. It may be difficult to socialise, and things that you enjoy doing lose their appeal.

How does it start?

Depression may start from a life event such as bereavement, or build up through lifestyle or relational difficulties. You may suffer from a loss of confidence and self-esteem, and lose interest on yourself: how you dress, and care for yourself. Feeling tearful and irritable, a lack of patience, a sense of frustration are all common signs of depression. Life is no fun, and it is difficult to lift your mood.

How can counselling help?

Counselling can unlock the door into understanding what contributes to depression. It is about being able to talk about your experiences, without being judged, or feeling embarrassed or awkward. Depression affects people on different ways- you are unique, and important, and deserve a chance to feel better.

NHS Definition of Depression