Holly Ryan

Verified Professional Verified Professional
Verified Professional

Every professional displayed on Counselling Directory has been independently verified by our team to ensure they have suitable credentials to practise.

Higher Dip.Couns, Dip.Couns Couples, NCPS Acc, BA(Hons)

About me

Hi, my name's Holly, thanks for reaching out and taking the first step towards becoming a happier you. I understand that reaching out for help can feel daunting, but you don’t have to go through life's challenges alone. I’m a genuine, happy, and non-judgemental therapist, and my aim is to support you whether you’re facing personal challenges or working to strengthen your relationship.

If you choose me as your therapist, we can explore what feels most helpful for you, drawing on my wealth of experience of approaches such as Person-Centred Therapy, Gestalt,  psychodynamic, CBT and psychoeducation, until you start to feel a more content, and ultimately, more positive version of yourself :)

I offer both individual and couples counselling, providing a safe, supportive space where we can talk openly and find new ways forward. For couples, this can mean amongst other things, exploring patterns, improving communication, and reconnecting with one another.

My in person sessions are in Plymouth in various calming and relaxing therapy rooms but I also work remotely all over the UK.

Whether it's anxiety, panic, depression, family problems, past traumas, relationship challenges, pregnancy related, LGBTQ+ challenges, or one of the many other mental health challenges, I offer a free, no-obligation up to 30 minute chat and would be very happy to hear from you. I also offer a student discount 😊

Please visit my website at www.hollyryancounselling.co.uk to find out more and book in an introductory session.

Training, qualifications & experience

Level 4 ADVANCED Diploma (Acc.d NCPS) from Heartwood Counselling and Psychotherapy . High Diploma in Couples Counselling (Acc.d NCPS) BA (HONS) Arts Degree - Diploma reflexology (British Reflexology Association)

Member organisations

Registered / Accredited

Registered / Accredited

Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.

NCPS
National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)

The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.

Accredited register membership

National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society
Accredited Register Scheme

The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).

This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.

National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society

Areas of counselling I deal with

Other areas of counselling I deal with

Whatever your challenge please reach out to see if I can help - I am also very happy to refer you to a specialist I might know depending on your specific therapeutic need

Therapies offered

Fees

£45.00 - £75.00

Concessions offered for

  • Low income
  • Students
  • Trainee counsellors
  • Unemployed

Additional information

Individual £55 (students and low waged appointments when availability allows £45) and couples £75

When I work

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Early morning
Morning
Early afternoon
Late afternoon
Evening

Further information

I believe we all have the capacity to find a greater sense of contentment in life. In our work together, we’ll gently explore what might be holding you back. Maybe it's anxiety, depression, low mood, self-doubt, a loss, low self esteem or self worth, or maybe it's the impact of an unprocessed past experience or trauma, whatever the challenge, we can work together to understand why you feel ‘stuck’ and find a way forward. I believe our mind can sometimes feel like lofts full of busy, sometimes messy, boxes; it's my job to help you unpack them and re-organise them in a way that leaves space for you to become the person you want to be.

Sessions are a space for open exploration, understanding, and hope. I look forward to helping you take those steps towards a brighter chapter in your life. As a specialism, I have a deep understanding of anxiety and panic attacks, and a genuine passion for helping people move beyond the cycle that can sometimes become unbearable to live with. I also have a great deal of experience in helping woman suffering from the challenges of miscarriage, post abortion, pregnancy anxiety and permenopausal/menopausal difficulties. 

I also understand that it can sometimes feel especially difficult for men experiencing mental health challenges to reach out for help, and I want you to know that I am here for you with empathy, support and without judgment.

Whatever's causing your sadness or worries, do get in touch for a free no obligation chat to see if I can help.

Dragonfly Wellbeing Centre, 34 Mannamead Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 7AF

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Couples

Key details

DBS check

In England and Wales, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS, formerly known as CRB) carry out criminal records checks for individuals working with vulnerable groups, such as children. To find out more, visit gov.uk , or contact this professional directly

Online platforms

Google Meet
Zoom

Social