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Specialises in

• Counselling

• Psychotherapy

Offers

• Face-to-face consultations
• Video and telephone consultations

About me

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted by stress, burnout, or life's demands? Struggling with anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, ADHD symptoms, or the constant pressure to perform in work and at home? You're not alone.

I'm Kim Rutherford, Psychotherapist, Counsellor, Coach, Author and Founder of the 8Wise� Method, a practical framework designed to help you understand, rebalance, and strengthen your mental health and wellbeing. With over 20 years of experience in mental health, wellbeing, and people development, I offer online and in-person sessions across East Devon, South Somerset and West Dorset, supporting you to regain clarity, calm, and confidence for a healthier, happier mind, life, and career.

Having faced my own battles with mental health, I know how overwhelming life can feel when stress, anxiety, or self-doubt take over. That's why I developed the 8Wise� Method, a simple, down-to-earth approach that blends psychotherapy and coaching to create lasting change through practical tools, guided reflection, and personalised strategies.

The 8Wise� Method focuses on eight key areas of life, because when one feels off-balance, it usually affects the rest. You might recognise yourself in some of these:

Emotional Wellness � you're tired of feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or constantly �on alert.� You want to manage your emotions instead of being ruled by them.

Physical Wellness � your energy's low, sleep isn't great, or stress is showing up in your body. You want to feel healthier and more energised.

Spiritual Wellness � you've lost your sense of purpose or direction and want to reconnect with what really matters to you.

Intellectual Wellness � you overthink everything or doubt yourself too often. You want to rebuild confidence and develop a more positive mindset.

Environmental Wellness � your surroundings feel chaotic or draining. You want more calm, boundaries, and a sense of control.

Social Wellness � you're giving too much, people-pleasing, or feeling disconnected. You want healthier, more fulfilling relationships.

Occupational Wellness � work feels overwhelming or unfulfilling. You want better balance, confidence, and motivation.

Financial Wellness � money worries or uncertainty are constantly in the back of your mind. You want more security and peace of mind.

By exploring these eight dimensions together, I'll help you understand what's really driving your stress or low mood, identify where life feels off-balance, and build practical, achievable steps to bring everything back into alignment.

Managing life's pressures can be tough, but you don't have to face it alone.

If you're ready for compassionate, professional support in a safe, grounded space, I can help you restore balance, build confidence, and start living the 8Wise Way�.

Areas of interest

Stress management; Anxiety; Burnout; Emotional exhaustion; Depression; Low mood; Imposter syndrome; Confidence and self-esteem; Work-related stress; Leadership and executive wellbeing; Life transitions; Relationship difficulties; Communication and boundaries; ADHD support; Neurodiversity awareness; Overthinking and rumination; Perfectionism; Identity and purpose; Lifestyle balance; Resilience and coping skills; Wellbeing at work; Preventative mental health; Personal growth and self-development; Behavioural change; Goal setting and motivation; Self-awareness and reflection; Decision-making and problem solving; Coaching for wellbeing; Holistic wellbeing; 8Wise Method; Emotional regulation; Lifestyle stress; Mindset and performance; Mental fitness; Work-life balance; Health-related stress; Psychological resilience; Adjustment to change; Self-care and burnout recovery.

Specialist interests and expertise in the following physical conditions

• Neurological disorders