Female Counselling in Brecon
I have extensive experience working with primary school aged children using play and creative arts to explore difficult experiences. Through Play Therapy, children can express themselves in a safe and accepting environment, working towards understanding their emotions, and making sense of their life experiences. Therapy starts with a meeting with the adults around the child so that I can understand concerns and gain an insight into the child's history and support system.
I have extensive experience working with primary school aged children using play and creative arts to explore difficult experiences. Through Play Therapy, children can express themselves in a safe and accepting environment, working towards understanding their emotions, and making sense of their life experiences. Therapy starts with a meeting with the adults around the child so that I can understand concerns and gain an insight into the child's history and support system.
My belief as a practitioner is that as humans we are inherently good, but our circumstances and environment can impact how we view ourselves and others. Often, a person seeks therapy because they feel in conflict, moving between thinking about what they ‘should be’ and what they think they ‘are’. Events throughout life can cause us to challenge these scripts and can bring barriers and obstacles that prevent us living as our authentic selves. My role as counsellor is to offer a non-judgemental, empathic space where these thoughts can be explored and reflected upon safely and collaboratively.
My belief as a practitioner is that as humans we are inherently good, but our circumstances and environment can impact how we view ourselves and others. Often, a person seeks therapy because they feel in conflict, moving between thinking about what they ‘should be’ and what they think they ‘are’. Events throughout life can cause us to challenge these scripts and can bring barriers and obstacles that prevent us living as our authentic selves. My role as counsellor is to offer a non-judgemental, empathic space where these thoughts can be explored and reflected upon safely and collaboratively.
My goal is to bring transformation and restore your sense of well-being. I'll help you understand what’s hindering you and how to create the life you want to live. This can include reducing anxiety, moving on from past trauma, over-coming depression and moving through grief.
My goal is to bring transformation and restore your sense of well-being. I'll help you understand what’s hindering you and how to create the life you want to live. This can include reducing anxiety, moving on from past trauma, over-coming depression and moving through grief.
Addiction therapy is a process in which we will co-create a plan that will work for you based on your unique life circumstances, experiences, habits and natural traits. We will also base this on knowledge of how addiction works neurologically in the brain, and draw on evidence-based psychological methods.
We can address any addictive or compulsive behaviour including:
Alcohol, Drugs, Eating, Sex, Porn, Gambling, Shopping, Exercise, Gaming, Internet, Prescriptions, Social-media, Nicotine, Work, Rage, Plastic-surgery, Self-harm, Tattoos, Risky-activities, Vomiting, Hoarding, Bingeing...
Addiction therapy is a process in which we will co-create a plan that will work for you based on your unique life circumstances, experiences, habits and natural traits. We will also base this on knowledge of how addiction works neurologically in the brain, and draw on evidence-based psychological methods.
We can address any addictive or compulsive behaviour including:
Alcohol, Drugs, Eating, Sex, Porn, Gambling, Shopping, Exercise, Gaming, Internet, Prescriptions, Social-media, Nicotine, Work, Rage, Plastic-surgery, Self-harm, Tattoos, Risky-activities, Vomiting, Hoarding, Bingeing...
Whatever you are facing in your life, maybe things from your past affect you in the present? Your relationships, emotions or being able to achieve your goals may feel too difficult day to day. Or there may be a feeling of stress and overwhelm that keeps making life feel too hard.
Counselling can be extremely helpful in processing difficult emotions, seeing your situation and the different elements that impact you more clearly and being able to fathom the best route forward.
A completely non-judgemental space to gain clarity at your own pace. You are the expert in your own experience, lets work together to create positive change.
Whatever you are facing in your life, maybe things from your past affect you in the present? Your relationships, emotions or being able to achieve your goals may feel too difficult day to day. Or there may be a feeling of stress and overwhelm that keeps making life feel too hard.
Counselling can be extremely helpful in processing difficult emotions, seeing your situation and the different elements that impact you more clearly and being able to fathom the best route forward.
A completely non-judgemental space to gain clarity at your own pace. You are the expert in your own experience, lets work together to create positive change.
My name is Amy Prior and I have been working with children, young people and adults for 15 years in a variety of settings including, CAMHS (Specialist Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services), Youth Justice Service and MIND Charity.
My role has enabled me to build a foundation of knowledge about children and young people’s needs and the various factors that can contribute to mental health.
I have been practising EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) Therapy since 2014. I achieved my Masters in EMDR Therapy at the University of Worcester in 2019.
My name is Amy Prior and I have been working with children, young people and adults for 15 years in a variety of settings including, CAMHS (Specialist Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services), Youth Justice Service and MIND Charity.
My role has enabled me to build a foundation of knowledge about children and young people’s needs and the various factors that can contribute to mental health.
I have been practising EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) Therapy since 2014. I achieved my Masters in EMDR Therapy at the University of Worcester in 2019.
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.
Are you having relationship difficulties, trouble sleeping, low mood, or anxiety? I offer a down to earth practical approach, and will listen with respect and hold your confidentiality. Together we will aim for you to gain a better understanding of your thoughts and feelings, so that in time you can develop strategies to cope when life seems overwhelming. I have worked extensively with people who are experiencing depression, anxiety, panic, trauma, loss, sleeplessness, low self esteem, relationship problems and addictions. I work integratively, and will draw on what ever counselling skills suit you best.
Are you having relationship difficulties, trouble sleeping, low mood, or anxiety? I offer a down to earth practical approach, and will listen with respect and hold your confidentiality. Together we will aim for you to gain a better understanding of your thoughts and feelings, so that in time you can develop strategies to cope when life seems overwhelming. I have worked extensively with people who are experiencing depression, anxiety, panic, trauma, loss, sleeplessness, low self esteem, relationship problems and addictions. I work integratively, and will draw on what ever counselling skills suit you best.
Who am I? Where do I belong? How do I move forwards? My priority is to offer you a warm, confidential space where we can look at those, or other possible questions. I'm passionate about offering meaningful conversation that helps you to grow in confidence, work through your challenges and be your authentic, ideal self. Together, we will work from a creative and open approach, which focuses on you as a whole person, your views, beliefs, unique experiences, and potential for growth. If you struggle to verbalise your feelings, I offer visualisation, sandtray and imagery work to enable you feel empowered and able to express yourself.
Who am I? Where do I belong? How do I move forwards? My priority is to offer you a warm, confidential space where we can look at those, or other possible questions. I'm passionate about offering meaningful conversation that helps you to grow in confidence, work through your challenges and be your authentic, ideal self. Together, we will work from a creative and open approach, which focuses on you as a whole person, your views, beliefs, unique experiences, and potential for growth. If you struggle to verbalise your feelings, I offer visualisation, sandtray and imagery work to enable you feel empowered and able to express yourself.
Difficult feelings may relate to depression, panic, anxiety, relationships, work stress, chronic or life-threatening illness and more. I aim to help by providing a safe, confidential & non-judgemental space. Focusing on what you bring to each session - the emphasis of our relationship is based on trust & respect. I have current experience of working in an NHS setting, cancer support and high schools. Together, we can explore whatever it is that brings you to counselling, and hopefully help you to make sense of things; perhaps coming to a different, more helpful understanding of yourself and your life circumstances.
Difficult feelings may relate to depression, panic, anxiety, relationships, work stress, chronic or life-threatening illness and more. I aim to help by providing a safe, confidential & non-judgemental space. Focusing on what you bring to each session - the emphasis of our relationship is based on trust & respect. I have current experience of working in an NHS setting, cancer support and high schools. Together, we can explore whatever it is that brings you to counselling, and hopefully help you to make sense of things; perhaps coming to a different, more helpful understanding of yourself and your life circumstances.
Hi I'm Tam. Firstly, I would like to say well done on finding the courage, and starting the process in searching and asking for help, this can at times be the most difficult part. The foundations of my work are built on the Person-Centred Approach and I aim to work and walk alongside you as we explore your problems, distresses or difficult situations you are experiencing. We will work together, to gain a better understanding of the difficulties that can present themselves regarding trauma and loss, self-identity, low self-esteem, anxiety, and making sense of the purpose of life ahead.
Hi I'm Tam. Firstly, I would like to say well done on finding the courage, and starting the process in searching and asking for help, this can at times be the most difficult part. The foundations of my work are built on the Person-Centred Approach and I aim to work and walk alongside you as we explore your problems, distresses or difficult situations you are experiencing. We will work together, to gain a better understanding of the difficulties that can present themselves regarding trauma and loss, self-identity, low self-esteem, anxiety, and making sense of the purpose of life ahead.
I am a fully trained and qualified Person-Centred Counsellor. Trained and experienced working with individuals, couples and families. I also work with children and teenagers. I specialise in helping clients experiencing attachment issues, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem / low self-worth or relationship issues. I also have extensive knowledge of supporting people who self harm / have an eating disorder or people who have suffered abuse.
I am a fully trained and qualified Person-Centred Counsellor. Trained and experienced working with individuals, couples and families. I also work with children and teenagers. I specialise in helping clients experiencing attachment issues, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem / low self-worth or relationship issues. I also have extensive knowledge of supporting people who self harm / have an eating disorder or people who have suffered abuse.
Life has a way of piling onto us and sometimes its hard to recognize the effects of our experiences over time. This can lead to developing unhelpful coping skills in the moment, that are not conducive to a healthy and happy life. We need to adapt and find other ways of coping once the storm has passed, which can be difficult to do on your own.
As a qualified psychologist, I have experience in working with inpatient and community settings over the last 6 years. I specialize in working with Personality Disorder (BPD, ASPD), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD and CPTSD), and neurodevelopmental disorders (ADHD, LD, Autism).
Life has a way of piling onto us and sometimes its hard to recognize the effects of our experiences over time. This can lead to developing unhelpful coping skills in the moment, that are not conducive to a healthy and happy life. We need to adapt and find other ways of coping once the storm has passed, which can be difficult to do on your own.
As a qualified psychologist, I have experience in working with inpatient and community settings over the last 6 years. I specialize in working with Personality Disorder (BPD, ASPD), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD and CPTSD), and neurodevelopmental disorders (ADHD, LD, Autism).
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My name is Claire Young and I am a qualified and accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist & EMDR Therapist. I have been working in the field of mental health for over 15 years as a registered mental health nurse within the NHS. I currently continue to practice within the NHS as a Psychotherapist in addition to my private practice.
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The Aberavon therapy service specialises in trauma, eating disorders/issues and phobia treatment for children, adolescents, and adults. We provide a safe, supportive, and compassionate space to process difficult experiences and build resilience. Using evidence-based approaches such as EMDR, CBT, and DBT, we tailor therapy to individual needs and developmental stages. Our focus is on helping clients understand their experiences, reduce distress, and move forward with greater confidence, wellbeing, and hope for the future.
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Hi, I'm Sian and I am based near Cardiff. I am a Registered Psychologist with experience working with adults with a range of emotional difficulties. I also support people with issues around attachment and past trauma. I am trained in a range of psychological models so we can work together to best understand what you have been experiencing and decide what therapy would be most useful for your particular needs. Choosing the right therapist is important, and therefore I am happy to chat to discuss in more detail what you are looking to gain from therapy and what I might be able to provide to help you achieve your goals.
Hi, I'm Sian and I am based near Cardiff. I am a Registered Psychologist with experience working with adults with a range of emotional difficulties. I also support people with issues around attachment and past trauma. I am trained in a range of psychological models so we can work together to best understand what you have been experiencing and decide what therapy would be most useful for your particular needs. Choosing the right therapist is important, and therefore I am happy to chat to discuss in more detail what you are looking to gain from therapy and what I might be able to provide to help you achieve your goals.
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, 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.
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, 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.
Hi. I am a dedicated, compassionate, professional counsellor who adopts a pluralistic approach to therapy. With a wealth of experience in the field, I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for individuals seeking guidance and personal growth. I firmly believe in empowering clients to take an active role in their therapeutic journey, tailoring my approach to meet your needs and preferences.
Hi. I am a dedicated, compassionate, professional counsellor who adopts a pluralistic approach to therapy. With a wealth of experience in the field, I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for individuals seeking guidance and personal growth. I firmly believe in empowering clients to take an active role in their therapeutic journey, tailoring my approach to meet your needs and preferences.
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.