Penny Lippett
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About me
Communication is at the heart of every relationship, yet it’s often where couples struggle the most. When conversations turn into misunderstandings or feelings go unspoken, it can create unnecessary distance and pain. But it doesn’t have to stay that way. Together, we can rebuild connection, foster understanding, and bring back the warmth and closeness you once shared.
From our very first session, you’ll likely feel a shift—many couples describe a sense of relief and clarity after just one meeting. As we work together, you'll gain new insights, develop practical tools, and take meaningful steps toward a stronger, more fulfilling relationship.
Some couples come to therapy feeling like their relationship has run its course, uncertain whether to rebuild or let go. If this resonates with you, know that you don’t have to navigate it alone. Together, we can explore what’s left beneath the surface—whether it’s the possibility of reconnecting or finding clarity in moving forward with compassion and understanding.
Don’t just take my word for it—read the reviews from couples who have experienced real transformation.
Relationship Counselling - Penny For Your Thoughts Counselling
Every relationship has the potential for growth and renewal. My approach is warm, down-to-earth, and tailored to your unique needs. Whether you’re feeling stuck, disconnected, or simply unsure of your next step, I’ll guide and support you every step of the way.
Ready to take the first step? I offer a FREE 20-minute, no-obligation consultation to help you explore whether therapy is right for you.
📩 info@pennyforyourthoughtscounselling.co.uk
📞 Call or text 07580350168
The path to change starts with a conversation. Let’s begin.
Explore testimonials:
www.pennyforyourthoughtscounselling.co.uk/reviews.
Training, qualifications & experience
Training and Continuing Professional Development
I’m committed to lifelong learning and reflective practice, continually expanding my knowledge through research, supervision, and ongoing study. My professional development includes advanced exploration of relationship and attachment dynamics, including the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Relational Life Therapy (RLT), and the work of Esther Perel. I have a particular interest in the sexual attachment system, discernment counselling, and helping couples navigate crossroads in their relationships.
My research also includes trauma and nervous system regulation, polyvagal theory, adult attachment, identity reconstruction, and somatic awareness. I integrate evidence-based approaches with creative, reflective tools such as journaling, values-based work, and therapeutic writing.
In addition, I’m actively developing psychoeducational resources, workbooks, and structured couples programmes designed to support growth, communication, and emotional resilience both in and outside the therapy room.
Couples Therapy & Relationship Dynamics
Gottman Method and Sound Relationship House framework
Esther Perel’s models of intimacy, erotic recovery, and relational repair
Terry Real’s Relational Life Therapy (RLT) and boundary setting in couples work
Discernment counselling for ambivalent couples and decision-making at crossroads
Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT) and working with the sexual attachment system
Communication mapping, shared meaning, and re-attunement techniques
Working with neurodivergence within couple relationships
Conflict regulation and emotional repair cycles
Attachment, Trauma & Emotional Regulation
Adult attachment theory and inner child integration
Polyvagal theory and nervous system-based approaches to anxiety and disconnection
Somatic awareness, body-based regulation, and mindfulness in therapy
Values-based behavioural models and parts/ego-state integration
Individual Therapy & Growth-Oriented Work
Working with anxiety, depression, and OCD through a compassion-focused and CBT-informed lens
Identity reconstruction and self-esteem recovery post-relationship or life transition
Grief and loss models — “Seven Stages of Grief” to “Seven Stages of Growth”
Narrative and meaning-making in times of change
Creative & Reflective Therapeutic Tools
Creation of therapeutic workbooks, reflective journals, and psychoeducational resources
Integration of writing, affirmations, and visual tools to enhance engagement
Developing digital and print resources to support clients between sessions
Business & Professional Practice
Development of ethical online therapy practices
Research into digital wellbeing, marketing ethics, and accessible online counselling
Building structured coaching and couples programmes (e.g., Thrive Together)
Research-led development of psychoeducational materials and eBooks for clients
CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
Counselling Academy Couples Therapy CPD
How to lift depression CPD (Uncommon Knowledge)
IDVA Course (NDADA) working with perpetrators and victims of domestic abuse
PODS (positive outcomes for dissociative survivors) online CPD
Solution Focused Therapy CPD
Gottman Theory CPD
Sensate Focused Therapy CPD
Emotional Focused Therapy CPD
Counselling Academy Couples Counselling CPD
Somatic Healing CPD
Online and telephone counselling course CPD
Voluntary work past and present
NHS for historical Trauma programme
Eagle Community 2nd stage rehabilitation
The heart centre Combe Martin
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
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.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Personal growth and goal achievement
Confidence and communication
Touch deprivation & Isolation
celebration anxiety
Intrusive thoughts
Therapies offered
Photos & videos
Fees
£65.00 per session
Additional information
Individuals: My fee for a 60-minute session is £65 / After 6.30 pm £85
Couples: Relationship counselling 1 Hour 15 minutes £95 / After 6.30 pm £115
Discernment Counselling £210 for 2 hours / After 6.30 pm £250 (for people who are considering divorce)
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Further information
- Registered for Data protection with the Independent Commissioners office. Reference number ZA460553
- Enhanced DBS (current)
I am proud to be a fully-qualified counsellor, shaped by my long and varied career and life experiences. Throughout my career, I have worked with different people on a one to one basis. In my past I was a personal fitness instructor which included working closely with GP services. My clients would be recommended to attend for physical and mental health reason. I worked with individuals and groups.
The counselling space is based in Barnstaple, on the 1st floor and offers a warm, calm and relaxing ambience.
Easy parking at Cattle Market, Queens car park, Belle Meadow and Bear Street. (pay and display)
5 Minute walk from the bus station.
for more information
Visit my website www.pennyforyourthoughtscounselling.co.uk
or call me on: 07580350168
I am always happy to answer any questions
