Christina Hutchings

BA Hons

MBACP

(Accred)

Professional Counselling, Psychotherapy and Supervision in Devon

About Me

Hello and Welcome.  I am a BACP Registered Counsellor and Psychotherapist with extensive experience supporting individuals and families through life's challenges.

Since 2001, I have worked with the NHS and CAMHS Services and with many agencies and charities including: Journey Counselling Service, Exeter Homeless Action Group and The Intercom Trust. I am currently working at a local farm with horses and donkeys, using my Animal Assisted techniques.

My Therapeutic approach integrates different Counselling models tailored to your individual needs, creating a supportive environment for growth and healing.

I have experience in the following areas:

•Depression

•Anxiety

•LGBTQ+

•ASD/Autism

•Relationship Difficulties

•Pregnancy & Childbirth

•Bereavement, Loss & Suicide

•Childhood Related Issues

•Trauma & Abuse

•Bullying and Self Esteem

Individual Therapy

One to one Individual therapy sessions providing a safe, confidential space to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences.

Creating a safe, compassionate and confidential space for healing, growth and understanding through the therapeutic relationship.

Offering you professional Counselling and Psychotherapy services, tailored to your individual needs.

I have trained in Gestalt Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

(CBT) Person-Centred, Transactional Analysis and Animal Assisted Therapy.

Qualifications

• Senior Accreditation: NCPS.

• Certificate in Clinical Supervision: Level 6 

• Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling: Level 5

• Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling: Level 4 (CPCAB)

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy: Levels 1, 2 and 3.

• Advanced Certificate in Transactional Analysis (Iron Mill) 

• Transactional Analysis 101 (Iron Mill)

• Aspiring Management Course, Levels 1,2&3 (Axis Consulting)

• Diploma in Clinical Psychology & Counselling: Attachment & Trauma Theory (Bridge Foundation)

• Psychology Degree, BA Hons (1999)

• Certificate in Education (Cert Ed)

Clinical Supervision

I am a qualified Supervisor and offer Supervision to both experienced Counsellors and Trainees and other Professionals.  My private practice is in Morchard Bishop near Crediton.

British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy

I am a Registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and work within their Ethical Framework.  I have regular Supervision as required by the BACP and I am fully insured.

I am committed to my own Continual Professional Development and regularly undertake training to enhance my work.  I have recently completed courses in: Animal Assisted Therapy, Confidentiality, Child Protection and Safeguarding, Autism (National Autistic Society), Mindfulness and Trauma Work (Babette Rothschild).

I have a current DBS check and I am a LGBTQ+ Affirmative Therapist.  I am a Trauma Informed Therapist. 

Ready to take the first step?

I offer a safe, non-judgemental, confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. Get in touch to book your initial session.