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Welcome to Relational Best - Coaching and Counselling for Individuals and Couples in Exeter and online, with Amanda Williamson

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Are You Ready to Embrace Meaningful Change in Your Life? I offer sessions both online and face-to-face from my dedicated premises on Southernhay East in the center of Exeter, Devon. In this professional and confidential space, you are warmly invited to offload, explore, develop, and discover.  I specialise in working with individuals and couples —be they life partners or business partners—who understand the transformative power of structured, meaningful conversations. Together, we will: - Expand your thinking - Clarify your professional and personal goals - Overcome personal obstacles - Explore and realise your full potential Life often presents profound challenges; be it loss, illness, relationship upheavals, career transitions, or episodes of depression and anxiety. Such events compel us to re-examine our ways of being. I invite you to seize these moments as opportunities to embrace change and become the best version of yourself. Alternatively, you might feel the need for subtle ...

Moving on After Divorce or Separation

Divorce ranks among the most challenging experiences adults can face, second only to the death of a spouse on the  Holmes-Rahe Stress Inventory . However, achieving a fulfilling life post-divorce is possible. Here I give some pointers on how you might approach this huge change in life circumstances. The Importance of Grieving The end of a marriage, civil partnership or long-term relationship, is a profound loss. It's essential to grieve this loss, regardless of who initiated the separation. Allowing yourself to process the associated emotions brings you closer to acceptance and the ability to move forward.   Practical Steps: Seek Support:  Engage with friends, family members, or support groups. Sharing your feelings can foster mutual openness and healing. Professional Guidance:  Consider counselling services, coaching, or consulting with a sympathetic GP to navigate your emotions.   Embracing New Opportunities Post-divorce life offers a chance to forge new frien...