Sleep or Insomnia Counselling in Cardiff
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Chris James
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I'm a highly experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist and
sleep
specialist providing evidence-based psychological interventions (including CBT) for a range of difficulties including
insomnia
, adult ADHD, anxiety, work-related stress and burnout, trauma, depression, OCD, health anxiety, phobia, self-esteem issues and relationship difficulties.
Psychological support is about investing in you. Life can be chaotic, intense, confusing, and we can be left feeling disconnected from ourselves, our lives, and the people around us. Sometimes we just need some space to stop and think. Psychological support is also about developing a deeper understanding of yourself - who you are, what you need, what matters to you. For others, it's about building on existing skills - how to get more out of relationships, improving communication, being more assertive, boosting your
sleep
and performance, learning to be the best version of yourself.

Helen Parsons
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I can offer a confidential, safe and non-judgemental space for you to explore any issue that may be worrying you, from difficulties in your relationship, career, bereavement, confidence, poor
sleep
, self-harm, suicidal thoughts or even trauma through sexual violence.
Hi, I'm Helen an experienced person-centred counsellor specialising in working with clients' who have experienced trauma. The impact of trauma can be debilitating and all consuming, with many clients' presenting with a vast array of symptoms like flash backs, panic attacks, dissociation, nightmares and mental health conditions like PTSD, personality disorders, OCD, depression and anxiety. Sadly, 1 in 4 of us will experience poor mental health in our lifetime. However, the future of counselling is looking bright, with more and more people seeking counselling.

Kyle Davies
Psychologist, CPsychol
Verified
Verified
Is your life impacted by symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, Panic Attacks, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Long Covid, Fibromyalgia, Migraines, Overwhelm, or Burnout? Whether you struggle with a diagnosed condition, or just want to transcend the mire of brain fog, anxious thoughts, and worry, my work can help you reclaim your vitality, realise your potentials, and experience peace of mind. My approach is somatic and trauma informed. It incorporates and utilises the latest scientific thinking on neural plasticity, polyvagal theory and the mind-body connection, and dovetails this with more spiritual principles of consciousness and flow.

Maddison York - Turning Page Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Hello, I’m Maddison, a qualified pluralistic integrative counsellor, with a warm, empathic, non-judgemental approach to working with clients, providing you with a safe space to explore, process and work through any of the difficulties you may be facing. Working pluralistically means that I value each client as an individual, who will have different needs at different times during counselling. As such, the therapeutic process involves flexible collaboration, and tailoring my approach to each session, to ensure that you are able to achieve whatever you may want from our sessions.

Arfa Begum
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Hello, I hope you are all well and keeping safe in this difficult time. I can understand the uncertainty, struggle, stress, and worries this COVID-19 pandemic has brought about. We are all in the familiar boat and highly likely experiencing similar emotions. I would like to do my bit and my best to help you get through this difficult time. Hence, I am offering low-cost counseling for those experiencing financial difficulties or receiving universal credit. I can help with achieving mental well-being through mindfulness techniques and techniques that can help instantly switch off from those worrying vicious cycles of thoughts.

Jonathan Jones
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I offer a safe space for you to talk and explore anything that you need to work through to help you in life. Counselling/Psychotherapy is a safe space for you to talk about anything you want without being judged to help you cope better with life. We can explore your thoughts, feelings and emotions to enable you to find solutions that suit you as a unique individual. If you are feeling anxious, depressed having relationship issues, bereavement or going through any other life problems, talking helps. I am a fully qualified counsellor and a member of the BACP with a long history of working in helping professions where I had var

Ciro Ivan Marcello De Pau
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Accred
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hi there. If you stopped here, that means that probably you are looking for some assistance, so I hope you will find this information useful when choosing the right support for your needs. Let me start asking you a question: What steps are you taking to ensure your emotional and psychological needs are satisfied? If you are struggling with saying no and ending up pleasing everybody but yourself, feel trapped and incapable to get rid of worries and anxiety or just overwhelmed with your current life situation then perhaps you are not meeting some of your needs. I can help you with that.

Kyle James (Psychotherapist)
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
Thank you for visiting my page. If you're reading this, it's likely that you're going through a period of difficulty and are looking for some options of support. I offer online (telephone and video) CBT therapy to adults to help overcome a range of difficulties. CBT is a type of talking therapy and teaches you coping skills for dealing with different problems. CBT focuses on understanding how certain experiences and situations can impact your thoughts, feelings, and actions. Sessions will focus on understanding your difficulties and exploring effective and bespoke tools and strategies that work for you.

Graham Mason
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Life is good at throwing problems our way, counselling can help make sense of what's happening and allow you to move forward positively. I enjoy helping people achieve their goals, improve their quality of life and their work life balance. Giving people a space where they can be heard and respected, work together to overcome the challenges of modern life. I offer a flexible approach to appointments and a relaxed confidential space for sessions. My practice has allowed me to help clients of all ages from all backgrounds with wide ranging issues.
Not accepting new clients

JDJCounselling For You!
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
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"!!!!

Child & Adolescent Mental Health Therapist online
Psychotherapist
Verified
Verified
Hello, welcome. I can imagine how difficult it must be searching through the profiles trying to find the right therapist. Making the decision to seek help for your child/grandchild is a brave one and sometimes it can be difficult. I have been told by clients that I am calm, warm, welcoming, and approachable; and can put them at ease. I am a Child and Adolescent Therapist who specialises in 7-18 years olds who until recently worked in CAMHS for the NHS for over six years. I decided to work in private practice after seeing so many children whom I could help turned away by CAMHS or who were waiting a long time to get help.
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Tracey Crimmins
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
Verified
1 Endorsed
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1 Endorsed
I am a qualified and accredited CBT psychotherapist and EMDR Practitioner and work with adults and adolescents (aged 14 years and above). I have 20 years experience of working in mental health, for NHS, charities, University settings and private medical health settings. I specialise in working with trauma, working with single incident PTSD and complex PTSD. I also work depression, anxiety disorders including panic, generalised anxiety (GAD), obsessive compulsive disorders (OCD), health anxiety and social anxiety.

Triona O Donnell
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
A warm welcome! I work with people of all ages and with a wide range of life experiences. I am here for you with compassion, respect, and honesty.

Charlotte Deverell
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Life can sometimes throw many challenges our way and we may find it difficult to cope without support. Counselling and Psychotherapy can help you regain balance, explore meaning, gain a greater understanding of yourself and learn healthier ways of coping and responding to everything that life throws at us. It can also be an opportunity for personal growth and help you achieve a happier and more meaningful life. I’m an Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist, I work and run my private practice Nebula Counselling & Psychotherapy in Cardiff, alongside working as a counsellor for Cardiff Mind and Platform Wellbeing.
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Dr Charlie Cowtan
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I am a Clinical Psychologist working in the NHS with children, adolescents and families who are experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including; mental health, attachment and parenting. Sometimes therapy involves seeing the person on their own, and other times it can involve the wider family as well. Our sessions will start by getting to know you better, and what your main difficulties are at present, in the context of your life experiences. Helping you to understand why you are having such difficulties will help us to tailor our psychological intervention to your specific needs. I will be with you every step of the way.

Azemina Dani
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Each of us face times in life when we experience difficulties which can lead us to feel anxious, stuck, or depressed. I offer a safe and confidential space for you to share thoughts, emotions and life experiences. I aim to always create a warm and collaborative environment going at your pace in which you can express yourself without fear of judgement. I have a gentle yet sincere approach which has the ultimate aim of unlocking your own resources to help you to achieve your potential and lead a more fulfilling, healthy, and satisfying life.
Waitlist for new clients

Amy Beacher
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Accred
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
There are many reasons why you might be looking for counselling, no reason is too small. If there are aspects of your life that you are struggling with, or you feel that talking to someone to make sense of what you are going through would help, I can offer a safe and non-judgemental space for us to explore what is troubling you. Counselling will allow you to reflect, explore and grow as a person. I sometimes use creative methods to help open up deeper perspectives. I have experience working with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, bereavement and body issues/self-esteem.

Dawid Bogon
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Hello! My name is Dawid. I am a CBT counsellor. My photo was taken in Cornwall. As you can see I enjoy being in nature (look at that smile). I can walk on cliffs for miles, this really relaxes me. I want you to feel the same and support your wellbeing. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is a talking therapy where we work together to recognise and challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviours which may be causing you difficulties. We would set achievable goals for future sessions and the final destination of where you would like to be. CBT is short-term. Once you learn some new useful skills you become then your own therapist!

Joanne Bagwell
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Looking for a counsellor? asking for help can feel daunting, so it's important to find the right counsellor for you. I believe that the relationship between therapist and client is paramount. Together we can explore your thoughts and feelings at your pace, so you feel heard, safe and comfortable in our sessions.

Danielle Joan
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
My aim is to support an individual to become aware of the cause of their dissatisfaction and to live the life they want. I work with clients on the subject matter they bring however creatively they chose. I am committed to equality of opportunity for people of all abilities, races, faiths, genders, sexual orientations, and ages. I find myself consistently curious and passionate about the human experience and am dedicated to furthering my development in this area.
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Sleep or Insomnia Counsellors
How effective is treatment for insomnia?
The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.
Are there specific medications for sleep problems?
There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.
Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?
There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.
What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?
Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.