Counselling in Abertillery
Luke Oliver
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Abertillery NP13
I can offer a safe, confidential, accepting and non-judgmental space, with a focus on providing LGBTQIA+ affirmative counselling to all clients who identify as LGBTQIA+ or are exploring their identity and sexuality, with extenisve experience with trans/non-binary people, as well as their family and friends who may need an understanding counsellor to work with. I also offer counselling to people who are looking for support for other life challenges and currently work with children and young people of secondary school age. As a member of the British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy, I work closely to their ethical framework.
I can offer a safe, confidential, accepting and non-judgmental space, with a focus on providing LGBTQIA+ affirmative counselling to all clients who identify as LGBTQIA+ or are exploring their identity and sexuality, with extenisve experience with trans/non-binary people, as well as their family and friends who may need an understanding counsellor to work with. I also offer counselling to people who are looking for support for other life challenges and currently work with children and young people of secondary school age. As a member of the British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy, I work closely to their ethical framework.
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Rhiannon Gray
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified
Newport NP11
Life can be difficult to understand, to manage, to juggle and to embrace. My aim is to work with you to give you a better understanding of yourself. You may have asked “why do I feel the way I feel, why do I think the way I think, why am I the way I am.” Our work together will offer you a safe and supportive space, in a way that works for you, to explore these thoughts and feelings and offer new perspectives, tools and techniques to help adjust to a new way of being.
Life can be difficult to understand, to manage, to juggle and to embrace. My aim is to work with you to give you a better understanding of yourself. You may have asked “why do I feel the way I feel, why do I think the way I think, why am I the way I am.” Our work together will offer you a safe and supportive space, in a way that works for you, to explore these thoughts and feelings and offer new perspectives, tools and techniques to help adjust to a new way of being.
Neurospicy Wings
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Newport NP11
Not accepting new clients
My name is Dr Sarah Radev and I am an autistic Clinical Psychologist. Being neurodiverse comes with many strengths, but it can also come with certain challenges. I offer a safe, judgement free space to therapeutically work through these difficulties at a pace that suits you, and takes into account all of your individual differences, challenges and strengths. There are many services available for people who are not neurodiverse, and my aim is to offer a service that is specifically tailored for my neurospicy clients, where they can feel understood, and free to take off the mask and be themselves.
My name is Dr Sarah Radev and I am an autistic Clinical Psychologist. Being neurodiverse comes with many strengths, but it can also come with certain challenges. I offer a safe, judgement free space to therapeutically work through these difficulties at a pace that suits you, and takes into account all of your individual differences, challenges and strengths. There are many services available for people who are not neurodiverse, and my aim is to offer a service that is specifically tailored for my neurospicy clients, where they can feel understood, and free to take off the mask and be themselves.
Best life therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Abergavenny NP7
I’m Carrie, I am a level 6 qualified Pluralistic psychotherapist. I use a range of therapeutic approaches designed around your needs and wishes. Counselling is a collaborative process in which my bring expertise and experiences and you bring yours and together we can find a treatment plan that is right for you.
I’m Carrie, I am a level 6 qualified Pluralistic psychotherapist. I use a range of therapeutic approaches designed around your needs and wishes. Counselling is a collaborative process in which my bring expertise and experiences and you bring yours and together we can find a treatment plan that is right for you.
Julie Ruth Jones
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified
Hengoed CF82
My Counselling style is Integrative, but I draw heavily upon CBT - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. I tailor my sessions to suit the need of the Client and the issues that they bring. I work with a wide range of issues, I specialise in Trauma and PTSD and offer The Rewind Technique as an affective Trauma Interion. I am trained by Dr David Mus in delivering the Rewind Technique. I also specialise in Addiction and use Motivational Interviewing as an effective Theoretical Model. I work will all Addictive Behaviours. I also work with Bereavement and Loss and all aspects of Mental Health. I work at your pace and with your Goals.
My Counselling style is Integrative, but I draw heavily upon CBT - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. I tailor my sessions to suit the need of the Client and the issues that they bring. I work with a wide range of issues, I specialise in Trauma and PTSD and offer The Rewind Technique as an affective Trauma Interion. I am trained by Dr David Mus in delivering the Rewind Technique. I also specialise in Addiction and use Motivational Interviewing as an effective Theoretical Model. I work will all Addictive Behaviours. I also work with Bereavement and Loss and all aspects of Mental Health. I work at your pace and with your Goals.
Ben Garner
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified
Risca NP11
Hi, my name is Ben and I am a pluralistic counsellor. Feelings of anxiety, stress and depression can affect how we view the world, bringing about a loss of hope and aspiration. Much of my work has been in helping people find direction and purpose in their lives. My focus is on providing you with the space and conditions to explore your individuality, help you develop a better understanding of yourself and discover what is fulfilling and purposeful for you, whilst finding new ways to process and address the challenges life can bring.
Hi, my name is Ben and I am a pluralistic counsellor. Feelings of anxiety, stress and depression can affect how we view the world, bringing about a loss of hope and aspiration. Much of my work has been in helping people find direction and purpose in their lives. My focus is on providing you with the space and conditions to explore your individuality, help you develop a better understanding of yourself and discover what is fulfilling and purposeful for you, whilst finding new ways to process and address the challenges life can bring.
Nigel Hodge
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Newport NP11
Several years ago, when volunteering with a telephone listening service, I realised the difference that can be made to people when they have someone to talk to who listens and cares. I also became aware of the importance of a safe confidential space within which concerns may be explored. I have varied life experiences that include working in industry, education and science. I work mainly as a person-centred counsellor but integrate other approaches when appropriate and helpful.
Several years ago, when volunteering with a telephone listening service, I realised the difference that can be made to people when they have someone to talk to who listens and cares. I also became aware of the importance of a safe confidential space within which concerns may be explored. I have varied life experiences that include working in industry, education and science. I work mainly as a person-centred counsellor but integrate other approaches when appropriate and helpful.
Karen Mary Woodley
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Verified
Risca NP11
Often people seek Counselling for help with bothersome thoughts, patterns that keep showing in their life whether that be in intimate relationships, work or how they manage day-to-day tasks. Whatever your reasons for seeking help my promise is to offer you my care, confidentiality, warmth and honesty. Many women have experienced really difficult life experiences that they can't put into words. They tell me, “my problems don’t seem valid when there are people dying in the world”, “I just want to know why people don’t treat me well”‘ or “Things just feel off and I am unhappy, can’t put my finger on what’s wrong” etc. Welcome
Often people seek Counselling for help with bothersome thoughts, patterns that keep showing in their life whether that be in intimate relationships, work or how they manage day-to-day tasks. Whatever your reasons for seeking help my promise is to offer you my care, confidentiality, warmth and honesty. Many women have experienced really difficult life experiences that they can't put into words. They tell me, “my problems don’t seem valid when there are people dying in the world”, “I just want to know why people don’t treat me well”‘ or “Things just feel off and I am unhappy, can’t put my finger on what’s wrong” etc. Welcome
Healthy Thinking CBT
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified
Blackwood NP12
My name is Sarah Morgan and I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist working with children, young people and adults. I have experience of working with a range of mental health difficulties such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, self-esteem and stress. Through life we can often be faced with challenges and experiences that can affect our wellbeing and ability to function in the way we would like. It could affect our emotions such as causing us to feel low, anxious or stressed. It could also affect the thoughts we have and the way we behave.
My name is Sarah Morgan and I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist working with children, young people and adults. I have experience of working with a range of mental health difficulties such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, self-esteem and stress. Through life we can often be faced with challenges and experiences that can affect our wellbeing and ability to function in the way we would like. It could affect our emotions such as causing us to feel low, anxious or stressed. It could also affect the thoughts we have and the way we behave.
Psychological Progress Centre
Counsellor, MSc
Ystrad Mynach CF82 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm a Psychological Support Worker. I pride myself on delivering Therapeutic Efficiency, this is why I offer online chat therapy. This is a far more cost effective option. Whereas most counsellors only have knowledge, I have lived experience of these issues. I understand that you are suffering with a difficult issue. You need to be heard and given a safe space to share your problems. I want to assure you that our work together will be guided by you, and you will be treated with dignity and respect at all times.
Hi, I'm a Psychological Support Worker. I pride myself on delivering Therapeutic Efficiency, this is why I offer online chat therapy. This is a far more cost effective option. Whereas most counsellors only have knowledge, I have lived experience of these issues. I understand that you are suffering with a difficult issue. You need to be heard and given a safe space to share your problems. I want to assure you that our work together will be guided by you, and you will be treated with dignity and respect at all times.
Kathy Jane Griffiths
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Blackwood NP12
I began training to become a counsellor after I had personal experience of therapy and how it can help. Whether you are going through a traumatic time or life changing event or finding everyday life overwhelming, counselling can help. I believe that we all have the right to thrive and that spending time understanding your feelings can give you the power to change and make tomorrow better. I can offer you a calm and safe space away from the noise of life where you are free to be who you really are, explore the struggles you are going through and find a new way forward.
I began training to become a counsellor after I had personal experience of therapy and how it can help. Whether you are going through a traumatic time or life changing event or finding everyday life overwhelming, counselling can help. I believe that we all have the right to thrive and that spending time understanding your feelings can give you the power to change and make tomorrow better. I can offer you a calm and safe space away from the noise of life where you are free to be who you really are, explore the struggles you are going through and find a new way forward.
Kimberley Gullick
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Tredegar NP22
I have been a qualified integrated Counsellor for 8 years. I am a registered member of the BACP. I have experience in anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement and loss. Health related illness and disability, and self-esteem issues. I have been a practising Counsellor for 3 years. I have trained as an integrated Counsellor. I work in a person centred way to build the counselling relationship. I am an emphatic and caring person.
I have been a qualified integrated Counsellor for 8 years. I am a registered member of the BACP. I have experience in anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement and loss. Health related illness and disability, and self-esteem issues. I have been a practising Counsellor for 3 years. I have trained as an integrated Counsellor. I work in a person centred way to build the counselling relationship. I am an emphatic and caring person.
Rhys Lewis
MSc
Blackwood NP12
I'm a professionally qualified counsellor based in Blackwood, South Wales, UK. I provide private counselling for a wide range of issues. I offer an affordable 25 minute initial consultation which can be paid for and booked online via my website. If you're busy working in the day I offer evening and weekend appointments.
I'm a professionally qualified counsellor based in Blackwood, South Wales, UK. I provide private counselling for a wide range of issues. I offer an affordable 25 minute initial consultation which can be paid for and booked online via my website. If you're busy working in the day I offer evening and weekend appointments.
Kayleigh Phillips
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Blackwood NP12 (Online Only)
Life can become quite overwhelming at times and you may find you are struggling with work, feeling stressed or anxious, have low mood or little to no confidence and sometimes you aren't really sure why. Perhaps you have been through a lot in life and would like to move forward. I would like to offer you a safe space to explore and talk about your experiences.
Life can become quite overwhelming at times and you may find you are struggling with work, feeling stressed or anxious, have low mood or little to no confidence and sometimes you aren't really sure why. Perhaps you have been through a lot in life and would like to move forward. I would like to offer you a safe space to explore and talk about your experiences.
Hayley Male
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Merthyr Tydfil CF47
At times we all find it hard to cope and need a little help to get back on track. I believe that therapy can help anyone to transform their life. I believe in the human potential for change and improvement and the importance of personal growth. Perhaps you're feeling trapped or blocked by the past, confused knowing there must be more to life but feeling stuck in survival. Maybe you feel in the depths of despair with feelings of stress, depression and anxiety or recently grieving from a bereavement or loss. You know changes need to be made and seeking a safe supportive space to find a greater balance and meaning to life.
At times we all find it hard to cope and need a little help to get back on track. I believe that therapy can help anyone to transform their life. I believe in the human potential for change and improvement and the importance of personal growth. Perhaps you're feeling trapped or blocked by the past, confused knowing there must be more to life but feeling stuck in survival. Maybe you feel in the depths of despair with feelings of stress, depression and anxiety or recently grieving from a bereavement or loss. You know changes need to be made and seeking a safe supportive space to find a greater balance and meaning to life.
Kenneth Mark Meredith
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Blackwood NP12
I am a qualified Mental Health Adult and Child/Adolescent Nurse Therapist with over 22 years’ experience within the NHS. During this time I have gained significant experience treating adults, adolescents and their families with conditions such as depression, anxiety and panic disorders, trauma, OCD, self-harm and chronic stress whilst also providing therapy to those who require crisis intervention.
I am a qualified Mental Health Adult and Child/Adolescent Nurse Therapist with over 22 years’ experience within the NHS. During this time I have gained significant experience treating adults, adolescents and their families with conditions such as depression, anxiety and panic disorders, trauma, OCD, self-harm and chronic stress whilst also providing therapy to those who require crisis intervention.
Dr Gareth P Thomas
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Verified
1 Endorsed
Tredegar NP22 (Online Only)
A lot of the time I work with people who need support with anxiety, PTSD, depression etc. If you need support with your daily life I can help. We can discuss your life, your wants, and where you would like to be when we have completed our sessions and I can support you in getting there. I use humour sometimes within my sessions but that's just a way of making our sessions supportive but fun. As you can see I have many therapy tools to help if needed. I have 18 years of experience in Psychology so you are in safe hands. Let me help you to be the person you want to be and live the best life you can.
A lot of the time I work with people who need support with anxiety, PTSD, depression etc. If you need support with your daily life I can help. We can discuss your life, your wants, and where you would like to be when we have completed our sessions and I can support you in getting there. I use humour sometimes within my sessions but that's just a way of making our sessions supportive but fun. As you can see I have many therapy tools to help if needed. I have 18 years of experience in Psychology so you are in safe hands. Let me help you to be the person you want to be and live the best life you can.
Naomi Pearson
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Newport NP11 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
There is no guidebook to being human, it isn’t always easy, often it is messy and difficult to navigate. Therapy can help you by looking at how you can manage your thoughts, feelings and physical reactions, where they came from and provide you with the tools to get you through the the difficult times and maintain your own well-being. This Messy Human Life offers one to one counselling and psychotherapy online or by telephone with empathy, understanding and no judgement. I place importance not only on the work you do in and out of the therapy space but also the healing power of the therapeutic relationship between us.
There is no guidebook to being human, it isn’t always easy, often it is messy and difficult to navigate. Therapy can help you by looking at how you can manage your thoughts, feelings and physical reactions, where they came from and provide you with the tools to get you through the the difficult times and maintain your own well-being. This Messy Human Life offers one to one counselling and psychotherapy online or by telephone with empathy, understanding and no judgement. I place importance not only on the work you do in and out of the therapy space but also the healing power of the therapeutic relationship between us.
Dr Katie Finch
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Pontypool NP4
Hello and welcome! Whether struggling yourself or enquiring for someone else, deciding to invest in therapy and choosing the right therapist is a big decision. My aim is to create a safe and compassionate space to explore your needs and work towards your goals. I've worked across a range of settings, but focus on supporting adults who may be struggling with depression, anxiety or trauma or who want to find ways to manage emotions that can feel overwhelming or intense.
Hello and welcome! Whether struggling yourself or enquiring for someone else, deciding to invest in therapy and choosing the right therapist is a big decision. My aim is to create a safe and compassionate space to explore your needs and work towards your goals. I've worked across a range of settings, but focus on supporting adults who may be struggling with depression, anxiety or trauma or who want to find ways to manage emotions that can feel overwhelming or intense.
Steve Miles
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Risca NP11
As well as experience of practicing within an NHS setting I have a background of 30 years working with children and adults in a pastoral role. A lot of my work has been helping people to make sense of their life and accept the things that they can change as well as the things they cannot. I trained as an Integrative Counsellor which enables me to draw on a range of theories to provide individually tailored support to best meet your needs. Every person is unique. My goal is to meet you as you are and then together discover what you need to move forward.
As well as experience of practicing within an NHS setting I have a background of 30 years working with children and adults in a pastoral role. A lot of my work has been helping people to make sense of their life and accept the things that they can change as well as the things they cannot. I trained as an Integrative Counsellor which enables me to draw on a range of theories to provide individually tailored support to best meet your needs. Every person is unique. My goal is to meet you as you are and then together discover what you need to move forward.
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What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
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