Marriage Counselling in Barry

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clarity counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Barry CF63
I work in an authentic way with each client recognising each individual & couple are unique in life experience and ways of being.
I am a person centered counsellor. Any presenting issue is welcome. Including anxiety, depression, guilt, shame, childhood/adult trauma, worry, relationships , low mood, workplace issues, loss of self, self esteem & bereavement. Each person's difficulties are unique. I am here to work with you in a safe, non judgemental space. Going at your pace.
I work in an authentic way with each client recognising each individual & couple are unique in life experience and ways of being.
I am a person centered counsellor. Any presenting issue is welcome. Including anxiety, depression, guilt, shame, childhood/adult trauma, worry, relationships , low mood, workplace issues, loss of self, self esteem & bereavement. Each person's difficulties are unique. I am here to work with you in a safe, non judgemental space. Going at your pace.
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Tahreen Arshad
Counsellor, MBACP
Barry CF63
My sessions are £50 for 50 minutes for individual sessions, £70 for couples and family sessions for 60 minutes and payment is made via BACS or cash
Welcome, I'm Tahreen, I am qualified counsellor. I'm truly aware that the first step on this journey can be overwhelming please be reassured I will always work at a pace that you feel comfortable with as we are working towards your desired goals. I work with a non-hierarchical framework focusing on the principles of safety, trust, choice, collaboration, empowerment and cultural consideration. I am caring, compassionate and genuinely interested in listening to each of my client’s personal experiences with the understanding that each individual is unique.
My sessions are £50 for 50 minutes for individual sessions, £70 for couples and family sessions for 60 minutes and payment is made via BACS or cash
Welcome, I'm Tahreen, I am qualified counsellor. I'm truly aware that the first step on this journey can be overwhelming please be reassured I will always work at a pace that you feel comfortable with as we are working towards your desired goals. I work with a non-hierarchical framework focusing on the principles of safety, trust, choice, collaboration, empowerment and cultural consideration. I am caring, compassionate and genuinely interested in listening to each of my client’s personal experiences with the understanding that each individual is unique.
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Andrew Higginbottom
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
Barry CF63
Hello and welcome, I’m Andrew. I know how daunting it can be to seek help and so creating a safe and secure space for us to work within a non-judgemental, confidential environment is my primary goal. I strive to tailor the counselling sessions for you as an individual and hence I view our time together as a collaboration in creating a strong working alliance. I also believe that having completed a Masters in Psychological Sciences enables me to bring a greater depth and understanding to the sessions, within a therapeutic framework. I enjoy bringing psycho-education to sessions for greater understanding.
Hello and welcome, I’m Andrew. I know how daunting it can be to seek help and so creating a safe and secure space for us to work within a non-judgemental, confidential environment is my primary goal. I strive to tailor the counselling sessions for you as an individual and hence I view our time together as a collaboration in creating a strong working alliance. I also believe that having completed a Masters in Psychological Sciences enables me to bring a greater depth and understanding to the sessions, within a therapeutic framework. I enjoy bringing psycho-education to sessions for greater understanding.
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Tracy Brain
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Barry CF62
I work with families, couples and individual clients providing psychotherapy for problems such as anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders and relationship problems.
Systemic Psychotherapy is particularly effective for anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship difficulties, child and adolescent mental health issues, adult mental health issues, behaviour difficulties, parenting issues, illness, separation, divorce and step-family life, eating disorders, difficulties with life cycle change.
I work with families, couples and individual clients providing psychotherapy for problems such as anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders and relationship problems.
Systemic Psychotherapy is particularly effective for anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship difficulties, child and adolescent mental health issues, adult mental health issues, behaviour difficulties, parenting issues, illness, separation, divorce and step-family life, eating disorders, difficulties with life cycle change.
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Dr Rachel Davies
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Barry CF62
Waitlist for new clients
I'm an experienced psychologist with a specialism of relationship therapy and couple counselling.
Some people bring their partner to therapy as they want to make them change....but as many therapists will tell you the reality is we can only change ourselves. So... I can see you together if you all want to improve your relationships and take ownership for your part in difficulties OR I can see you alone if you want to look at your self in relationships
I'm an experienced psychologist with a specialism of relationship therapy and couple counselling.
Some people bring their partner to therapy as they want to make them change....but as many therapists will tell you the reality is we can only change ourselves. So... I can see you together if you all want to improve your relationships and take ownership for your part in difficulties OR I can see you alone if you want to look at your self in relationships
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Miriam Handren
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Serves Area
I offer weekly psychotherapy to individual adults and couples in Cardiff CF11 and a beautiful location in the Vale of Glamorgan (CF71).
I am a fully qualified UKCP Integrative Psychotherapist with over 25 years experience. The integration is of the humanistic approaches and a development of psychoanalysis (inter-subjectivity). The humanistic approach focuses on being accepting, understanding and real and thereby creating a space, a relationship which allows someone to flourish. Psychoanalysis aims to increase insight and an awareness of how the patterns of childhood are playing out in the present. I am also strongly influenced by the existential tradition with it's emphasis on personal responsibility, choice and the profound questions of life.
I offer weekly psychotherapy to individual adults and couples in Cardiff CF11 and a beautiful location in the Vale of Glamorgan (CF71).
I am a fully qualified UKCP Integrative Psychotherapist with over 25 years experience. The integration is of the humanistic approaches and a development of psychoanalysis (inter-subjectivity). The humanistic approach focuses on being accepting, understanding and real and thereby creating a space, a relationship which allows someone to flourish. Psychoanalysis aims to increase insight and an awareness of how the patterns of childhood are playing out in the present. I am also strongly influenced by the existential tradition with it's emphasis on personal responsibility, choice and the profound questions of life.
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Daniel Robert Stubbings
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I'm a clinical psychologist and I work with a range of clients who want to improve their mental health and/or general wellbeing. I work will all kinds of symptoms including depression, anxiety, but also more specialised areas including obsessive-compulsive disorder, anomalous experiences, cancer distress, existential issues. I also specialise in men's issues. A need for career advice and clinical supervision is also welcome. Evening and weekend appointments are available. I work online nationally and locally within the Vale of Glamorgan.
I'm a clinical psychologist and I work with a range of clients who want to improve their mental health and/or general wellbeing. I work will all kinds of symptoms including depression, anxiety, but also more specialised areas including obsessive-compulsive disorder, anomalous experiences, cancer distress, existential issues. I also specialise in men's issues. A need for career advice and clinical supervision is also welcome. Evening and weekend appointments are available. I work online nationally and locally within the Vale of Glamorgan.
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Gail Duffy
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
What might bring you to think about counselling? Having worked with families and fostered children for over 30 years I bring in-depth experience of therapeutic parenting and helping families to flourish. Counselling can provide you with a safe space to explore areas such as  Child loss, limiting beliefs, mindset change, anxiety, depression, anger management, low self esteem, confidence, family issues, challenges of parenting - along with many other areas that may be concerning you. You might want to find clarity for the future and set some goals through coaching sessions.
What might bring you to think about counselling? Having worked with families and fostered children for over 30 years I bring in-depth experience of therapeutic parenting and helping families to flourish. Counselling can provide you with a safe space to explore areas such as  Child loss, limiting beliefs, mindset change, anxiety, depression, anger management, low self esteem, confidence, family issues, challenges of parenting - along with many other areas that may be concerning you. You might want to find clarity for the future and set some goals through coaching sessions.
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The Listening Space
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
I offer face to face and online counselling, for individuals and Couples, in a safe and calm environment.
I founded The Listening Space because of my vision and belief that everyone deserves a calm and supportive environment where they can talk freely and feel genuinely heard. For many people, life can at times feel overwhelming, uncertain, or stuck, and The Listening Space offers a safe place to pause, reflect, and explore what’s happening.
I offer face to face and online counselling, for individuals and Couples, in a safe and calm environment.
I founded The Listening Space because of my vision and belief that everyone deserves a calm and supportive environment where they can talk freely and feel genuinely heard. For many people, life can at times feel overwhelming, uncertain, or stuck, and The Listening Space offers a safe place to pause, reflect, and explore what’s happening.
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Annie Szary
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Online Only
Counselling & Psychotherapy help you overcome life’s problems, improve your well-being & help make positive changes to lead a more fulfilling life. I have over 12 years of working in counselling, psychotherapy & Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and over 25 years registered social work with family's . I offer CBT & counselling for many problems which affect people throughout the course of their lives. I offer help with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma & generational trauma, stress and anger issues, PTSD, insomnia, low self-esteem, self-harm, drug & alcohol issues, complex bereavement and childhood abuse.
Counselling & Psychotherapy help you overcome life’s problems, improve your well-being & help make positive changes to lead a more fulfilling life. I have over 12 years of working in counselling, psychotherapy & Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and over 25 years registered social work with family's . I offer CBT & counselling for many problems which affect people throughout the course of their lives. I offer help with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma & generational trauma, stress and anger issues, PTSD, insomnia, low self-esteem, self-harm, drug & alcohol issues, complex bereavement and childhood abuse.
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Karen Mary Woodley
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Serves Area
I work online and face-to-face, in one-to-one therapy and with couples.
Guided by the core values of Transactional Analysis, the values of equality and belief that everybody has the capacity to reflect, grow and create change in their lives, my approach is rooted in the belief that relationships can heal what at times may feel broken. The therapeutic relationship is at the heart, founded on non-judgment and compassion.
I work online and face-to-face, in one-to-one therapy and with couples.
Guided by the core values of Transactional Analysis, the values of equality and belief that everybody has the capacity to reflect, grow and create change in their lives, my approach is rooted in the belief that relationships can heal what at times may feel broken. The therapeutic relationship is at the heart, founded on non-judgment and compassion.
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JDJC
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples and individuals.
The overall aim of Counselling and Therapy is to provide an opportunity for you to work towards living by where experiences are more satisfying. The process of Counselling becomes itself one of life's new situations: It offers an opportunity to experience life differently and to extend the range of ways in which you can operate in the world with greater satisfaction. "EVERY JOURNEY STARTS WITH ONE SMALL STEP"!!!!
Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples and individuals.
The overall aim of Counselling and Therapy is to provide an opportunity for you to work towards living by where experiences are more satisfying. The process of Counselling becomes itself one of life's new situations: It offers an opportunity to experience life differently and to extend the range of ways in which you can operate in the world with greater satisfaction. "EVERY JOURNEY STARTS WITH ONE SMALL STEP"!!!!
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Claire Emma Rowlands-Gent
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
( Family and Partners..
Specialing in... Counselling services and addiction field both for substance user and loved ones. I offer mindfulness and compassionate theraputic services in a safe environment.
( Family and Partners..
Specialing in... Counselling services and addiction field both for substance user and loved ones. I offer mindfulness and compassionate theraputic services in a safe environment.
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Umeus Talk
Counsellor, MBACP
Cardiff CF24
Whether coming alone or as part of a couple, I look forward to joining you on your journey to positive change.
Hi I'm Sarah, a Counsellor and Relationship Therapist. I am based in discreet location in Roath, Cardiff and I would like to help you move towards a happier future. With many years experience, you will find that I am a warm, friendly and effective Counsellor, that will help you feel at ease as you embark on what could be a life changing experience.
Whether coming alone or as part of a couple, I look forward to joining you on your journey to positive change.
Hi I'm Sarah, a Counsellor and Relationship Therapist. I am based in discreet location in Roath, Cardiff and I would like to help you move towards a happier future. With many years experience, you will find that I am a warm, friendly and effective Counsellor, that will help you feel at ease as you embark on what could be a life changing experience.
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Change4Me Counselling Service (MBACP, Accred)
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I work with clients struggling with a narcissistic parent/ partner to address putting safe boundaries in place.
Hi my name is Lindsey, I am an accredited Psychotherapist/ Counsellor with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy. I have been in practice since 2012. I work with adults experiencing a range of issues including generalised anxiety, assertiveness issues,panic attacks, depression, PTSD, panic attacks, endromentis, polycastic ovary syndrome,loss and bereavement. I offer a FREE 10 minute phone consultation. If you decide to have counselling with me, we will establish what you wish to achieve from therapy and we will work together in sessions to set a direction in moving forward towards your goal.
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Dr Hannah Jenkins
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My name is Hannah and I offer a kind, safe, highly specialised space for couples therapy and individual clients.
I'm a clinical psychologist which means that I'm highly skilled and trained in lots of different kinds of therapies. My couples work uses EFCT and my individual uses a blend of evidence-based models, tailored to your needs. Whether processing the past, looking forward to the future or dealing with today, I am confident that opening up is the first step.
My name is Hannah and I offer a kind, safe, highly specialised space for couples therapy and individual clients.
I'm a clinical psychologist which means that I'm highly skilled and trained in lots of different kinds of therapies. My couples work uses EFCT and my individual uses a blend of evidence-based models, tailored to your needs. Whether processing the past, looking forward to the future or dealing with today, I am confident that opening up is the first step.
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Bethany Jane O'Brien-Venus
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Cardiff CF3
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Julie Gravelle
Counsellor, MBACP
Swansea SA10
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Zaira Rashid
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with couples, adults and young people navigating anxiety, low mood, trauma, identity issues, cultural pressures, or disconnection from faith or self.
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Paul Anthony Doster
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Bridgend CF35
If you are struggling with any type of dependency or have concerns about a partner/family member, please contact me.
Are you feeling uncertain and fearful about the future? Do you feel stuck? Anxious?Angry? Hopeless? Depressed? Are you unable to sleep at night? Are you coping in ways that are harming you, your mind, your body, your family, your future or your finances? These coping methods can often be driven by negative emotions and toxic thinking patterns.I listen without judgement, in complete confidence and safety. I use an integrative, person centred approach, utilising wisdom from a number of schools of psychotherapy and counselling, including transactional analysis,brief solution focused, psychodynamic and behavioural ideas including DBT.
If you are struggling with any type of dependency or have concerns about a partner/family member, please contact me.
Are you feeling uncertain and fearful about the future? Do you feel stuck? Anxious?Angry? Hopeless? Depressed? Are you unable to sleep at night? Are you coping in ways that are harming you, your mind, your body, your family, your future or your finances? These coping methods can often be driven by negative emotions and toxic thinking patterns.I listen without judgement, in complete confidence and safety. I use an integrative, person centred approach, utilising wisdom from a number of schools of psychotherapy and counselling, including transactional analysis,brief solution focused, psychodynamic and behavioural ideas including DBT.
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Marriage Counselling
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.