Mrs Lisa Stevenson

Member Status: Accredited

Member No: NCS15-02785

Location: Exeter

I have been working with couples for over 15 years and have experience in a wide range of issues.

Relationship difficulties can be hugely distressing, or just constantly draining. I will help you unpack the dynamics of your relationship, without blame or criticism, in order to give the two of you choices that you may have lost sight of. We will look at where you have become stuck in the development of your relationship and find safe ways of breaking down the layers of defensiveness we often build for self protection, in order for you to learn how to ‘lean in’ again.

Taking the first step to finding help can also feel scary. You may fear failure, fear being vulnerable in front of your partner, or simply fear being 'unmasked', I aim to be sensitive and careful whilst being respectful of both partners whatever their story.

I do pre marriage counselling for those who are about to get married, or make a commitment, to facilitate healthy and conscious choices to create a shared vision. Too often, we leave things to chance and then feel disappointed when our dreams are unfulfilled.

I also work with individuals who are experiencing difficulties around relationships.

I work Online and in Taunton and Exeter

• Qualifications & Experience

  Training, qualifications & experience
  
  Diploma in Clinical and Pastoral Counselling
  Graduate of The Developmental Model of Couples Therapy training under Ellyn Bader Ph.D. at The Couples Institute.
  Certificate in Couples and Family Counselling Skills
  Accredited member of the National Counselling Society
  Member of the National Council of Psychotherapists
  Accredited practitioner with the Association for the Advancement of Meridian Energy Techniques.
  
  Many years experience working with people from varied cultural and religious backgrounds.
  
  I take my professional development very seriously. I aim to increase my creativity and improve my practice through regular courses, reading and learning each year.
• What I can help with

  • Cultural issues
  • Divorce & Separation
  • Family
  • Generally unhappy with your life
  • Relationships
  • Spirituality
• Languages Spoken

  • English