Fig Tree Counselling

12/02/2026

Children are still feeling the mental health impact of lockdown.

Our survey found that four in five therapists working with children are seeing rising anxiety, more complex mental health needs and growing pressure on already overstretched services.

This , we are calling on the Government to act by funding counselling in all schools and expanding Mental Health Support Teams so every child can access timely, professional support wherever they live.

Read the full story 👉 https://orlo.uk/mMGi4

08/02/2026

I asked to make me into a characture at work and they didn't do bad tbh 😅

What do we think, accurate?

04/02/2026

An opportunity for young people in North Devon to have their views heard and take part in mental health research.

This is also a paid opportunity 💵

An opportunity for young people aged 15–25 in Devon 💬

Get involved in a paid online advisory group exploring young people’s experiences of education, training and work.

If you are interested in taking part, please complete this form - https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=lyB7OzDxNkCiCd9_O8wIcCIowis_aMBEuXcnqC5khEtUMzFYT044WkUwTlI2RkdRRVVNTDdYME9EWi4u&origin=QRCode

30/01/2026

Does your young person think, feel, or experience the world a little differently?

At Fig Tree Counselling, I support neurodiverse children aged 11+, including autistic, ADHD, and otherwise neurodiverse young people, in a way that honours who they are.

Counselling is not about changing your child.
It’s about helping them understand themselves, build confidence, and feel safe being who they are.

Neurodiversity-affirming in-person support tailored to their interests including games, arts and activity.

Learn more:
www.figtreecounselling.org

VitaliQi

Fig Tree Counselling, online counselling and face-to-face counselling in Devon.

26/01/2026

An appointment has become available this Friday at 11am. Please pm me if you would like it. New or existing clients welcome.

Could also be an online appointment if required.

Thanks, Jodie

21/01/2026

We’re proud to share this blog by Jodie Thomas, one of our BA students, published on the NCPS website. It explores why online counselling isn’t a compromise, but a genuinely neurodiversity-affirming choice for many clients.

A thoughtful and timely piece that invites us to reflect on accessibility, safety and how we work.

Read it on the NCPS blog - https://ncps.com/our-voice/beyond-the-screen-why-online-counselling-can-be-a-neurodiversity-affirming-choice

21/01/2026

Pleased to now be offering more in person sessions at VitaliQi

Available to book online or via messaging.

Thanks for the ongoing support!

14/01/2026

Honoured to have my blog published on the National Counselling and Psychotherapy societie's website.

A personal account on neuro-affirmative practice and the benefits of working online.

https://ncps.com/our-voice/beyond-the-screen-why-online-counselling-can-be-a-neurodiversity-affirming-choice




VitaliQi

For a long time, online counselling was framed as a compromise. But for many neurodivergent clients, working online isn’t a fallback at all; it’s the…

09/01/2026

January availability-
16/01- just one afternoon appointment available.
23/01- a coveted 4pm slot is available, this is a one off, and not a regular slot.
30/01- good availability.

Gorgeous photo credit to Mcdonnell.

How lucky are we to be in such a beautiful location?

VitaliQi

30/12/2025

As we go into the last day of the year I wanted to take a moment to say thank you to the parents and carers who send their young people to see me.

Choosing support, asking questions, and prioritising emotional wellbeing says a lot. It shows insight, care, and a whole lot of love. Your young people feel it, and so do I.

It's modelling how important supporting your mental health is. Something that will aid them as they grow into wonderful young adults.

Thanks for trusting the process and being such strong advocates for them.

And also for putting your trust in me as a counsellor. ❤

VitaliQi

30/12/2025

I'm thinking about offering before work appointments on a Tuesday morning from 7am.

My evenings are completely full and I am struggling to accommodate everyone.

Let me know if this would be of interest to you, and message me to book, as these are not live on the booking system yet.

Thanks, Jodie

VitaliQi

22/12/2025

Please share, free support available over Christmas.