Supporting you through life's complexity - with compassion, depth, and clarity.
A reflective and supportive space for individuals, couples, trainee counsellors/psychotherapists , and qualified practitioners, informed by a psychodynamic approach.
Life can feel overwhelming at times - whether you’re facing relationship difficulties, emotional challenges, or navigating change. I offer a safe, non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain clarity, and find a way forward.
"Tell me, what it is you plan to do with your
wild and precious life? "
-Mary Oliver-
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About Me
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I am a psychotherapist and counsellor with over 10 years of clinical experience, working with individuals, couples, and practitioners in Exeter, Bristol, and online. My approach is warm, professional, and grounded in psychodynamic and psychoanalytic thinking, with the flexibility to draw on other models in response to each person's needs.
I founded Misma Counselling & Psychotherapy in 2017 to offer a reflective, non-judgemental space where individuals and couples can begin to make sense of their inner and relational worlds. I am particularly interested in how past experiences, often outside of awareness, shape present patterns, relationships, and emotional life. My work is informed not only by clinical training and ongoing professional development, but also by wider life experience and a background in business and leadership - bringing a grounded, thoughtful perspective alongside psychological depth. |
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Services
I offer a range of therapeutic services in Exeter tailored to individuals, couples, and practitioners, along with professional consultation and supervision.
From the Blog
A space for thoughtful reflection on life’s many nuances — sharing insights from counselling, psychotherapy, and psychology, alongside free-flowing thoughts and personal reflections.
Here, I write about the themes that matter most to my clients and to me — from navigating relationships, grief, and life transitions, to exploring mental health, resilience, and self-understanding.
Featured posts
A Rhythm That Took Time
A reflective piece on building a sustainable rhythm in therapeutic practice - developed over time through experience, structure, and an ongoing awareness of what can be held, both in the work and in life.
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Understanding Anger After TraumaAnger can be a natural, and times, necessary response to trauma - serving as a way of coping and protecting oneself. However, when it becomes persistent, overwhelming, or disconnected from its origins, it can begin to impact both wellbeing and relationships. Recognising and understanding the role of anger is often the first step in working with it. In this piece, I explore how anger following trauma can be understood and approach within a therapeutic context. .
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Why We Self-sabotageWe all have goals we want to achieve, yet sometimes we get in our own way. Self-sabotage can range from subtle avoidance to harmful behaviours like addiction or staying in unhealthy relationships. It’s one of the most puzzling human behaviours — knowing something will hurt us, yet doing it anyway. Understanding the deeper reasons behind self-sabotage is the first step toward breaking the cycle.
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Can a Relationship Survive After Cheating?Infidelity is a painful breach of trust that can shake even the strongest relationships, leaving partners to navigate betrayal, anger, and heartbreak. The reasons behind cheating are complex and not always about one partner’s actions or appearance. While recovery is challenging, with the right support and commitment, rebuilding trust is possible. In this blog, I explore the factors that influence whether a relationship can heal after infidelity.
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Podcast - To a Healed Heart coming soon
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I'm currently developing To a Healed Heart - a future podcast exploring mental health, relationships and the human experience.
Through reflections, conversations, and shared stories, the podcast will offer insight, compassion, and space to think more deeply about the challenges and possibilities of life. If you'd like to be the first to hear when it launches, you can join my newsletter bellow. |
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Q & A
What is Psychodynamic Therapy?
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Psychodynamic therapy is a therapeutic approach that looks beyond surface symptoms to explore the deeper roots of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. it focuses on how past experiences- including those outside of your conscious awareness- shape the way you experience the present.
By bringing these patterns into awareness, therapy can help you understand yourself more fully and create space for lasting change. |
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What to Expect from Our Sessions?
- Confidentiality
Your privacy is my top priority. Our sessions offer a safe, confidential space where you can speak openly about your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. - Empathy and Understanding
I listen without judgement, valuing and respecting your unique experiences, perspectives, and cultural background. - Exploration and Insight
Together, we will gently explore the underlying factors contributing to your challenges, helping you gain clarity and self-understanding. - Personal Growth
Our work aims to support you in making meaningful changes, building resilience, and improving emotional wellbeing. - Collaboration
Therapy is a partnership. We will work together to set goals that matter to you and develop strategies that help you move forward in a way that feels authentic.
How Long Will Therapy Take?
The length of therapy varies from person to person. Some people benefit from short-term work focused on specific issues, while others choose longer-term therapy to explore deeper patterns and ongoing personal growth. We will regularly review your progress together so you can decide what feels right for you.
Is Therapy Right for Me?
Therapy can be helpful if you’re facing a particular challenge, feeling stuck, or simply wanting to understand yourself better. You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit — many people use therapy as a space for reflection, personal growth, and emotional support. If you’re unsure, we can discuss your needs during an initial consultation.
Get in Touch
If you’re considering therapy, supervision, or a consultation in Exeter, I welcome you to get in touch.
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Misma Hemming (Accred), MSc, BSc (Hons) in Psychology; Dip. in Therapeutic Counselling.
Alumni University of Exeter.
Accredited MBACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy),
Registered trainee member BPF (British Psychotherapy Foundation)
