Dawn Saxton

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Hello and welcome 

Just for a moment, I invite you to imagine how things could be different for you.

Life can often race past us, where you may have forgotten about yourself, who you are, and what it is you want and need. 
Maybe you recognise you need to make changes, but this is something that is not possible for you to do alone. 

Facing challenges and difficulties alone can often make us feel overwhelmed and unsure about who we are, and if change is even possible. 

How I can help you

I offer a safe, caring and non-judgemental space to help you find a way back to yourself, I will support you to explore your feelings and difficulties. I will listen to you to understand who you are as a person and the things that you want from life.

Together we can work on change in a safe environment, that will allow you to bring all versions of yourself without the fear of being judged.  

I will help you to explore ways to move forward, finding practical steps to take control of your difficulties, building coping mechanisms and stronger resilience to overcome these obstacles and challenges.

I work with a range of difficulties including stress, depression, anxiety disorders; trauma and PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), GAD (Generalised Anxiety Disorder), OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder), Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety, Health Anxiety, Eating Disorders, relationship problems, work related issues, anger management, low self-esteem, low confidence, identity difficulties, childhood issues, bereavement, and a range of other difficulties.

My style

My style is warm, friendly and allows laughter and celebration. I have a relaxed approach, where I work in a very open and transparent way. Together we will celebrate your progress, no matter how big or small this may feel. 

My favourite thing about being a therapist is in helping people feel less anxious and rediscover that they’re likable, capable, lovable and able to smile again because so often when clients first come in to therapy, those things often seem so very far away.

Next Step

Reaching out for help can feel scary and overwhelming. I know how this feels for you right now.

I offer a free 20 minute initial telephone meeting, where you will be able to ask me any questions that you may have and talk about why you feel that you may benefit from counselling. 

If you feel comfortable with me and feel I am the right counsellor for you, together we can book a counselling session together.

There is always hope, no matter how small this feels. I invite you to get in touch with me, where together we can find your new beginning, your place of calm, and where you belong in life.

Rewind Technique For Trauma, OCD and Phobias

I am a rewind practitioner completing the IARTT training.  This technique can help reduce, or in some cases remove, the following PTSD symptoms: flashbacks, intrusive thoughts or images, nightmares, intense distress at real or symbolic reminders of the trauma, physical sensations such as pain, sweating, nausea, or trembling, cure phobias, and reduce anxiety helping the victims of abuse, rape, violence, car accidents, fire, terrorism and panic attacks, heart attacks and other life-threatening experiences.

It is also invaluable for helping people who have suffered persistent physical or sexual abuse, OCD, and other conditions, such as depression, addictions or uncontrollable anger which needs to be successfully de-traumatised in order for them to move on with their lives.

Men’s Mental Health and Well-being

I have a keen interest in supporting Men’s mental health and well-being. I have experience of counselling men, where I have taken extra training within this area of work. I have a particular interest in supporting suicide and intrusive thoughts, however these are not exhaustive areas.

Together in a safe and supported space, we can explore any difficulties or troubles that you feel are weighing you down.

If you feel that you need some extra support or a space to talk, I invite you to reach out to me and get the help you need.  

Children and Young People (age 9-18 years)

I help Children and Young People (9-18 years), overcome a range of difficulties and challenges. I integrate both talking and creative therapies into my counselling sessions. Through gentle exploration at their own pace, we will talk about the impact their difficulties and challenges are having on their day to day life and mental well-being.