Tavistock Counselling and Psychotherapy - Carla Polhill

02/07/2026

I have a little passion project arising. It’s in the earliest possible stages (in that I came up with it this afternoon!) join me in The Gathering Ground to see what evolves. 🌱

30/06/2026

Just me trying to get a new profile picture sorted that looks like me 🤦🏻‍♀️

30/06/2026

I’m Carla Polhill, an integrative psychotherapist and clinical supervisor based in Tavistock, Devon, working with adults in person and online. My specialism is relational trauma, and the foundation of my work is the therapeutic relationship — an empathic, non-judgemental space where difficult experiences can be explored safely and at your own pace. I appear on the Professional Standards Agency accredited registers of the BACP and NCPS (MBACP, MNCPS Acc.).

15/05/2026

The Therapeutic Relationship 10 min read

There is a version of the therapist that exists in our cultural imagination. That therapist is measured, inscrutable, and speaks in half-sentences revealing nothing. While my sentence structure might be a tad lacking, I am not that therapist.

What I have come to understand, across years of training, practice, personal development and more than a few uncomfortable moments of self-reckoning, is that the therapeutic relationship is not a container into which technique is poured. It is the technique. The relationship is the work.

There is a version of the therapist that exists in our cultural imagination. That therapist is measured, inscrutable, and speaks in half-sentences revealing nothing. While my sentence structure might be a tad lacking, I ...

08/05/2026

FREE CPD (5HRS CERTIFICATED)

How to maximise your clinical supervision in a way that supports your professional development, maps out your pathway to accreditation and, most essentially, offers best practice to your clients. This module has been written with student counsellors on placement and newly qualified counsellors in mind, however, it is an excellent starting point for any counsellor or psychotherapist who may have fallen into a less reflective comfort zone with their supervision and is looking for a revival tool.

Give it a go - it's FREE!

This is the page for course Triskelion CPD Centre.

07/05/2026

Are you struggling with something? Don’t know how to find the help you need? It can feel overwhelming to navigate an online world with so many therapy options. Have a read of my blog and it might help you get started…

https://carlapolhill.com/articles-and-topics/f/how-to-find-the-right-therapist-online-without-losing-your-mind

Deciding to talk to someone about what you're going through is a big deal. Whether you've been carrying something heavy for years or you've just hit a rough patch and need a bit of support, reaching out for help is takes...

29/04/2026

"While experience is necessary for flexibility, it is not sufficient. More is needed. The therapist who has let their reflective practice slide, who attends supervision because they have to, who stopped genuinely questioning their own motivations somewhere around year eight are not influenced by wisdom. They are settled in habit and complacency."

How are you using your supervision?
Is it time for a change?
Contact me today to arrange a free call and I can help you create more of your pathway to success as a practitioner.



https://carlapolhill.com/

18/04/2026

**Could journalling be the key to emotional recovery?**

Discover the transformative power of putting pen to paper. Here are a few takeaways from our recent article: (https://carlapolhill.com/articles-and-topics/f/journalling-for-emotional-recovery)

• Journalling acts as a safe space for emotional expression.
• It helps in identifying emotional triggers and patterns.
• Regular practice can improve emotional resilience and well-being.

Unlock the full benefits of journalling and begin your healing journey today as you take a step toward emotional well-being and personal growth.



Visit carlapolhill.com to explore the supportive services of Tavistock Counselling & Psychotherapy.

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