Counselling and creative therapy in Taunton, Somerset.

Welcome to Alder Barn Therapy

Talk to the Team

To talk to Alder Barn Therapy about booking a counselling session or creative therapy, or to discuss volunteering, please contact the team today.

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Counselling and Therapy Services

From clinical supervision and animal assisted therapy, to training and consultancy on working with children, Alder Barn offers a range of mental health services for adults, children and young people.

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Workshops and Therapeutic Interventions

Alder Barn runs a series of therapeutic workshops that take advantage of the beautiful natural surroundings, as well as using creative practices such as art and photography to aid mental health.

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Online Shop and Resources

Visit the Alder Barn Therapy online shop to discover a range of useful resources on mental health and wellbeing, as well as postcards of the therapy animals on site.

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Counselling for Adults, Children and Young People

Susan has worked with a variety of ages since 1997, addressing issues such as anxiety, attachment, trauma, depression, relationships, loss and bereavement, self-injury and OCD. Her degree in Childhood Studies and a teaching qualification provides a thorough understanding of child development which informs her practice, alongside a long list of other counselling and creative therapy qualifications. This experience and knowledge underpins her effective counselling of children and young people.

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Creative Therapy for Children and Young People

Alter Barn Therapy specialises in mental health services and creative therapy with children and young people, including animal assisted and eco therapy.

The practice is located on the outskirts of Taunton, Somerset, nestled in the foot of the Blackdown Hills at the end of a no-through road. Therapy takes place in a private and secluded shepherd’s hut surrounded by nature, with access to a private outdoor space, toilets and parking.

walk and Talk, animal and equine assisted therapy takes place in our safe and private grounds which includes a large field, stables, brook and forest.

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Testimonials

Find out what previous service users at Alder Barn have to say about their counselling, animal assisted therapy and workshops.

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Talk to the Team

To talk to Alder Barn Therapy about booking a counselling session or creative therapy, or to discuss volunteering, please contact the team today.