Why Den by the Stream is the perfect therapeutic retreat
Fully immersive therapy retreat
Imagine a place of solitude and simplicity; a cosy cabin nestled in the corner of a meadow. Imagine the sound of the breeze gently rustling the treetops, a backdrop of birdsong and gently cascading water. Imagine a bench by your own private stream with dappled sunshine peaking through the canopy of leaves. Imagine a sanctuary. This is Den by the Stream, a fully immersive therapy retreat.
A hand-built cabin surrounded by trees and meadow
Den by the Stream has proved to be a therapeutic experience just as a place to stay. Its simplicity slows you down and calms the body.
Imagine what you can achieve in this calm and tranquil place, as you work through your troubles and challenges with a supportive and encouraging therapist. Someone who is really hearing you, not judging you and focused on helping you feel better about things.
Fully immersive therapy
At some point in our lives, most of us will struggle with issues relating to work, relationships, divorce, bereavement, financial worries, stress, feeling stuck or invisible, to name a few. These challenges can impact our mental wellbeing.
In the peaceful solitute you'll find at Den by the Stream, without the distractions of work or home, you'll find you have the time you need to reflect and process after every therapy session. This plays an important role in healing and creating lasting change.
An individual rural therapy retreat
What's on offer
- Fully immersive therapy - live, sleep and rest without distractions to impede the therapeutic benefits
- 90 minute therapy sessions daily over 5 days
- Continuation therapy sessions with the same therapist via video link from home (not included)
- BACP Registered Counsellor and Psychotherapist specialising in Grief, Loss and PTSD (Rewind Technique)
- Sessions can be outdoors in woodland by the stream, private garden or private therapy room, separate but on the premises.
- Residential 7 night stay in a private, hand built cabin nestled in the corner of a meadow beside a stream and woodland
- No other guests - individually tailored therapy with time to rest, reflect and rejuvenate in a serene and natural setting
- Your dog is welcome, and there's exclusive use of the adjacent 3 acre meadow for exercise
- Rural location near stunning coastal, river and woodland walks
- Walking distance from the pretty historic town of Cardigan with dog friendly independent and artisan shops and eateries.
Discover Den by the Stream
The Den
This is where you'll be staying; a cosy hand-built, off-grid cabin. Inside it's light, airy and suprisingly spacious. Simply and comfortably furnished, you'll find everything you need to get away from the stress of every day life.
Originally built as a holiday retreat, it has been appreciated by guests from all over the UK and Europe
The Den has been chosen for honeymoons, anniversaries, couples just starting out and couples celebrating 50 years together. It’s also been a healing haven for couples and single guests recovering from tough life events.
The Den has the perfect restorative environment for you to take time out whilst working through difficult life challenges. As a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist, I believe it's an ideal combination for those needing professional therapeutic help and support to transform their lives.
We've had amazing reviews over the years, holiday guests have told us their stay was “a magical week”, “truly idyllic”, “little slice of paradise”, “slice of heaven” and “pure bliss”.
I'm pleased to offer Fully Immersive Therapy at Den by the Stream as an additional element to my private practice.
Space and solitude
When you need some time away from other people, Den by the Stream gives you plenty of peace and space. It's set in a 3 acre meadow bordered by private woodland with the stream running through. Here you'll find benches dotted around providing quiet places to sit and do things at your own pace.
Designed just for two you can come alone or with a loved one or supportive friend. Your dog is welcome too!
The Garden Room
The therapeutic work takes place here in The Garden Room, a detached building a short walk away from The Den but located on the premises. The Garden Room is filled with light with a lovely restful outlook across fields and trees. A comfortable and homely space to put you at ease.
If you prefer your sessions to be outdoors there's a variety of spaces within a private garden or in the meadow.
As well as working with residential clients, I welcome local clients who book for weekly one hour sessions.
Working together
Linda - the therapist
I chose to train in Adlerian Counselling and Psychotherapy because of its positive and holistic nature. I work collaboratively with you, supporting and encouraging you throughout the process.
Specialising in grief and loss, I not only offer bereavement support, but I also work with clients feeling profound loss through relationship breakdown, family issues, betrayal, retirement, empty-nesting and menopause, to name a few.
PTSD can be a major factor in the struggle some have with everyday life, often undiagnosed. As a qualified practitioner of Rewind Therapy (IARTT), specifically for the treatment of PTSD, I can offer you treatment without the need for you to disclose your trauma. Dr David Muss (the originator) called Rewind "Closure without Disclosure". This technique is highly effective, fast-acting and safe, requiring between 1 -3 sessions. It has also proved to be equally effective when treating clients online.
I also trained with Cruse as a Bereavement Volunteer, and continue to work with their clients, regularly attending their ongoing development training.
A weekly client has kindly agreed for me to share their testimonial:
"I was at an all time low, feeling I had no control of anything. I’d spent my whole life being a ‘people pleaser’. Through the course of sessions I had with Linda, I realised, with her help and subtle guidance, that I could change my outlook and my behaviour could change the way I dealt with my perceived problems. By looking at situations from a different angle, being more positive and confident, I’m moving forward and looking towards a fulfilling future."
My private therapy practice is just outside Cardigan. As a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), you can be assured I work to an ethical and high standard of practice.
Please get in touch if you'd like to know more.
Linda - the person
It's essential that you feel your therapist is 'a good fit' for you. It's therefore helpful for you to know a little about me, before deciding whether I'm the right therapist to work alongside you for the duration of your stay.
Sometimes we can get lost or stuck, but by understanding oursves better, we can see more clearly where we're going and what the obstacles are and decide if we want to change direction. l'm encouraging, always hopeful, analytical and solution focused. I'll help you work towards your goals. I believe we all have it within ourselves to rethink our perceptions, to make changes to who we are and be more involved in shaping the life we want.
I've made choices which have turned out better than I could have imagined, others definitely not so much, but owning the choices I've made has helped me accept the outcomes and see opportunity for learning and growth and where I need to change.
I enjoy being outdoors, both in the stunning countryside and impressive coastal areas of West Wales. I love animals, particularly dogs and horses. I like being creative and enjoy repurposing things that are no longer functioning at their best.
If you're interested in my work history, please read on. If you'd like to get in touch to arrange a chat please click here.
My work history
Horses have been a lifelong passion and led me to a fulfilling career as a Riding Therapist working with young people with a huge range of mental health issues. This gave me insight into (and fascination with) how differently people respond to life's challenges and sowed the seed for me to become a counsellor and psychotherapist later in my life.
I've worked in environments such as corporate, retail, creative arts, education and hospitality, as well as periods of self-employment both in the UK and abroad. As different as these sectors are, they all involve establishing relationships with a wonderfully diverse range of people and developing an understanding of what drives them or holds them back.
In order to follow my dreams I returned to education later in life. I achieved a Level 7 Diploma in Executive Management (Chartered Institute of Management), CELTA and Advanced Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy (ASIIP).
Interested? What to do next
If you'd like to see availability or to book your fully immersive therapy retreat week please click the link below.
If you would like further information on this or to book private weekly sessions with me in-person in Cardigan or via video link from your home, please email me and we can arrange to have a chat.
Please note that for ethical reasons I can't take a client who is in the process of seeing another counsellor at the time of their stay.