Counselling in Plymouth for When Life Feels Overwhelming

Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, burnt out or simply not like yourself, counselling offers a calm, confidential space to understand what’s happening and begin moving forward.

In-person counselling in Plymstock, Plymouth, and secure online counselling across the UK.

Hi, I'm Rebecca

I’m an integrative counsellor offering counselling in Plymouth and online. I believe therapy should feel like a conversation rather than something you have to get right.

Whatever has brought you here, I’ll meet you where you are. Together we’ll explore what’s happening, make sense of the things that feel difficult, and work towards the changes that matter to you.

The relationship between you and your counsellor matters. Finding someone you feel comfortable with is important.

Rebecca Wilkinson, a warm and approachable counsellor in Plymouth, smiling outdoors in a casual setting — she specialises in helping women with overwhelm, burnout, anxiety, and ADHD.

How I Can Help

Everyone’s reasons for coming to counselling are different. 

Here are some of the areas I often support people with.

Feeling overwhelmed

When life feels like too much, even simple things can become difficult. Together, we can explore what’s contributing to that overwhelm and find a way forward that feels manageable.

Anxiety and overthinking

When your mind won’t switch off, even small decisions can feel exhausting. Counselling can help you slow things down and understand what’s driving the worry. 

Burnout and emotional exhaustion

When you’ve been holding everything together for so long that you no longer know how to switch off, counselling can offer the space to rest, reflect and begin to recover.

Grief and loss

Grief changes us, and it rarely follows the path we expect. Whether your loss is recent or many years ago, counselling offers a space to grieve without pressure or time limits.

ADHD and neurodivergence

Whether you’ve been diagnosed, you’re beginning to question things, or you’ve simply recognised yourself in what you’ve been reading, counselling offers a space to explore your experiences without judgement or pressure.

Feeling stuck

Sometimes there isn’t one big problem. You may simply feel lost, disconnected from yourself, or unsure where to go next. Counselling can help you make sense of where you are and where you’d like to be.

You don’t have to fit neatly into one category. You’re welcome to bring whatever feels important to you.

You don't have to have it all figured out.

Sometimes there isn’t one clear reason for reaching out.

You might feel overwhelmed by everyday life, stuck in patterns that no longer feel helpful, or exhausted from trying to cope on your own. You may have been telling yourself you’ll feel better soon, yet things still don’t feel quite right.

Whatever has brought you here, you don’t need to arrive with the right words or a clear plan. We can begin wherever you are.

You don’t have to face everything on your own.

 

Working Together counselling page shown on a laptop, explaining what to expect from counselling with Rebecca Wilkinson in Plymouth.

What to Expect

Starting counselling can feel like a big step, especially if you’ve never had therapy before. From arranging an introductory call to your first session, I’ve explained exactly what working together looks like, so you know what to expect before you get in touch.

There’s no pressure to have everything worked out before you begin.

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Take what feels helpful and leave the rest. There’s no expectation to have all the answers.

Free Resources

If you’re not quite ready for counselling, or you’d simply like somewhere to begin, I’ve created a collection of free resources to support you.

You’ll find journalling prompts, worksheets and practical guides covering topics such as boundaries, self-worth, grief, people-pleasing, perfectionism and grounding techniques.

You don’t have to do everything at once. Small steps still count.

Selection of free counselling resources by Rebecca Wilkinson, including worksheets and guides on imposter syndrome, grounding, boundaries and self-reflection.

Ready when you are

If you’re thinking about counselling but you’re not sure where to begin, you’re welcome to arrange a free introductory call. It’s a chance to ask questions, find out how I work, and decide whether I feel like the right counsellor for you.

There’s no pressure, no obligation, and no expectation to have everything figured out.

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