Counselling and therapy + Services
Meet the Counsellors
Did you know that at The Nook, you can access professional support from counsellors and a psychologist? Our services are designed to support your mental wellbeing alongside physical health, providing a holistic approach to your overall wellness. Whether you're seeking guidance for stress, anxiety, or personal development, our experienced team is here to help in a safe and welcoming environment.
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I encourage being real and being your authentic self, openness, and a true connection pave the way to understanding and growth. My approach is honest and down-to-earth, providing you with a safe space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and challenges.
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I’m a qualified counsellor specialising in working with young adults in their 20s and 30s. I provide a welcoming and supportive space for you to explore your feelings and experiences, no matter how big or small they feel.
I work in a Person-Centred way, meaning I follow your lead and go at your pace. I understand that everyone’s counselling journey is as unique as they are and we can work together to find a way forward that feels right for you.
Contact me: mayafieldcounselling@gmail.com or 07851 372992. Website: https://www.mayafieldcounselling.co.uk/
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Men's Counsellor and EMDR Therapist working with Anxiety, Depression and Baby loss in Helston, Perranporth and Online
www.thereisalighttherapy.co.uk
Meet the Movement facilitators
Did you know that at The Nook, you can access professional support from movement teachers? Our services are designed to support your mental wellbeing alongside physical health, providing a holistic approach to your overall wellness. Whether you're seeking guidance for stress, anxiety, or personal development, our experienced team is here to help in a safe and welcoming environment.
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Ruth is a passionate yoga teacher specializing in Vinyasa, Hatha, and Restorative yoga. With a background in contemporary dance, her teaching style brings a unique fluidity and creativity to her classes, often feeling like a choreography that seamlessly flows from one posture to the next. Ruth ensures that her classes are accessible to all levels, tailoring each session to meet the individual needs of her students.
Her teaching experience includes classes, workshops, retreats, and festivals in locations such as England, Panama, and Australia. Whether you're new to yoga or have an established practice, Ruth’s classes provide a supportive and nurturing environment for all.
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Chrissy is a contemporary dancer and yoga teacher based in Cornwall she teaches a variety of styles.
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Movement Meditation has been deeply transformative for me & it has been such a privilege for me to see it helping others to reconnect gently & lovingly with their bodies.
What I love most, is sharing a practice that can be taken home & incorporated into your own life in your own way. Something you can deepen & develop as your body desires. Join us & begin the journey to reclaim your connection to your body & start your own somatic practice.
Meet the Art facilitators
Marie Ralph is a dedicated art facilitator known for her ability to inspire creativity and foster artistic expression in individuals of all ages. With a wealth of experience in community arts projects, she brings a compassionate and patient approach to her workshops, ensuring a supportive environment for personal growth. Youth Art Connect CIC is a community interest company committed to engaging young people through collaborative art initiatives. Their focus lies in using creative activities to enhance mental wellbeing and build confidence, making art accessible and enjoyable for all participants. Together, Marie Ralph and Youth Art Connect CIC provide valuable opportunities for creative exploration within The Nook’s well-being and creative space.
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As an arts facilitator, I harness the power of creativity to foster personal growth and self-expression in a variety of ways.
With many years of experience in the health, education, voluntary and social care sectors, specialising in Neurodivergent needs, I am perfectly placed to advise, support and educate.
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I have a background in professional performance from a young age, holding LAMDA qualifications and experience both on stage and in TV auditions. However, my real passion lies in coaching and developing others in their craft. I’ve been teaching for years, previously with Refresh Performing Arts in Bolton, where I not only ran acting classes but also wrote and directed our annual productions and designed summer schools based on musicals like The Lion King, The Greatest Showman, and Mamma Mia.
Beyond performing arts, I’ve worked in various roles supporting young people, helping them grow in confidence, develop key life skills, and find their voice—whether that’s on stage or in everyday life. I believe in creating a space where young people feel seen, valued, and encouraged to push their creative boundaries.
I’ve had the privilege of seeing my students go on to great things—including one who played Simba in The Lion King on the West End (2021-2022) and others who have landed roles in theatre and commercials.
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‘Introducing People to the Therapeutic benefits of art.’
Youth Art Connect is a not-for-profit community group, set up in 2021 to introduce the therapeutic benefits of art to young people. We provide regular youth and community groups across Cornwall as well as pop up events throughout the year.
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Ian is an abstract 'outsider artist' and former NHS specialist clinician who strongly believes in art and creativity as a route to improved health and wellbeing, interpersonal connection and social cohesion.
They support the concept of ‘art for all’ free from commercialism, rigid standards and elitism and have a particular interest in ancient concepts of art that focus on work of a human scale that can be integrated into everyday life. Ian coordinates the ‘Portable Art Collective’ in collaboration with other outsider artists and YAC volunteers.
Ian is a registered disabled person due to a combination or congenital and chronic conditions and as such supports the work of a number of self-advocacy groups to improve understanding and acceptance of complex needs across all sections of the local community.
As a long-standing member of the LGBTQI+ community Ian provides specialist advice related to mental health, neurodivergence and support strategies to a cross section of local organisations that support the gay and trans population of Cornwall.
Ians role as Associate Director at Youth Art Connect is to provide advice and support to the organisation regarding mental health and associated issues. They also provide individualised structured supervision support for volunteers and other personnel in addition to providing direct input for various creative offers,
“I kept getting images and sayings that would come up during a session and they have been morphing into artworks. I can’t say thank you enough for unlocking and helping those things to come out.”
— Creative Art Therapies participant.