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Mental health guidance, therapy insights and practical support
Supportive, practical articles designed to help you better understand mental health, therapy and emotional wellbeing.
Whether you are exploring therapy for the first time, supporting someone else, or simply looking for reliable information, Horizon Connect provides clear and approachable guidance to help you take the next step with confidence.
We support people across Plymouth, Saltash, Ivybridge and surrounding areas, as well as online where appropriate.


Discover Affordable Therapy Options in Saltash
Finding the right support for your mental health can feel overwhelming, especially when cost is a concern. But you don’t have to face this journey alone or break the bank. Saltash offers a variety of affordable therapy options designed to help you, your family, or your workplace find balance and wellbeing. I want to share some practical ways to access quality mental health support without the long waits or high fees.
Alan Stokes
3 days ago4 min read


What Actually Happens in Therapy? (And Why It’s Not What Most People Expect)
For many people, therapy feels like a big step.
Not because they don’t want help—but because they’re not sure what they’re walking into. Common thoughts include:
Alan Stokes
Jun 83 min read


High-Functioning Anxiety: When You’re Coping… But Not Actually Okay
From the outside, everything looks under control.
You meet deadlines. You stay organised. You show up.
You might even be seen as reliable, capable, and driven.
But internally, it’s a different experience.
Your mind doesn’t switch off.
You overthink conversations.
You feel pressure to keep everything together.
This is often referred to as high-functioning anxiety—and it’s far more common than people realise.
Alan Stokes
Jun 13 min read


Meet Emma Bartlett: Supportive Counselling in Plymouth for Anxiety, Confidence and Emotional Wellbeing
Taking the first step into therapy can feel daunting.
Many people are not only looking for qualifications or experience — they are looking for someone who feels approachable, calm and safe to talk to.
That is why many clients are drawn to therapists like Emma Bartlett
Alan Stokes
May 262 min read


Meet Ilze Zarovska Compassionate Therapy for Adults, Young People and Couples in Plymouth
Finding the right therapist often comes down to one question: Will I feel safe, understood and able to open up?
For many people, that is exactly why working with Ilze Zarovska through Horizon Connect can be such a strong fit.
Ilze is presented as one of Horizon’s experienced therapists and works with adults, young people aged 13+, and couples. Her approach is described as calm, compassionate and grounded in building strong therapeutic relationships.
Alan Stokes
May 192 min read


The Hidden Signs of Burnout Most People Miss (Until It’s Too Late)
Burnout rarely arrives all at once.
It builds slowly, often unnoticed, while you continue to function.
You keep working. You keep showing up. You keep pushing through.
From the outside, it can look like you’re coping well.
But internally, things are starting to shift.
Energy drops. Motivation fades. Patience shortens.
And gradually, what used to feel manageable starts to feel heavy.
By the time many people recognise burnout, they’re already deep in it.
alison stokes
May 183 min read


Meet Natasha Roskruge: Professional CBT, Counselling and Coaching Support in Plymouth & Saltash
Many people looking for therapy today want more than a listening ear. They want someone who can help them understand what is happening, give practical tools, and support real progress.
That is where working with Natasha Roskruge through Horizon Connect can be an excellent fit.
Public profile information describes Natasha as a CBT counsellor and coach with over a decade of experience, supporting people through life’s challenges toward greater confidence, balance and fulf
Alan Stokes
May 122 min read
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