Dawn Saxton

Hello and welcome to my page

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 are realising that you want more from your life and for that to happen, you need to make changes but this is something that is not possible for you to do alone. 

Experiencing challenges and difficulties with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, OCD, suicidal thoughts, trauma, or feeling sad with low self-esteem and confidence can feel debilitating and effect daily life. 

Facing these challenges and difficulties alone can often make us feel overwhelmed and unsure about who we are, and if change is even possible. This can feel restricting, where your life may feel controlled. 

How I can help you

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.  

Talking in a safe space filled with warmth, empathy and compassion, you will feel held, supported and accepted for who you are.

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

This will help you to make positive changes and gain new perspectives, enabling you to reach your goals, heal and live the life you deserve.

My style

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

I work creatively and visually to help verbalise any difficult and painful unspoken words. This can help to unblock feeling stuck and any emotional roadblocks you may feel.

Next Step

Reaching out for help can feel scary and overwhelming. I know how this feels for you right now as I too have overcome many hurdles in my own life. 
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.

Please contact me by phone, email, or via my website. I aim to respond within 24/48 hours. 

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 detraumatised 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.

In line with The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I have additional specialist training to support my professional practice as a Children and Young Persons Counsellor:

• CPACB Level 5: Advanced Specialist Training Counselling Children and Young People.

This ensures I meet The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) Competency framework.

The BACP competency framework identifies the competences required for delivering effective Humanistic Counselling with Children and Young People. This ensures my work is safe, ethical and professional at all times.

If you feel I am the right Counsellor for your child or young person, please reach out and send me an email. I look forward to hearing from you.