Counselling for Teens and Adolescents in Colwyn Bay
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and reaching out for support is a courageous step. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, or simply trying to make sense of your feelings, know that you don’t have to face it alone.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and reaching out for support is a courageous step. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, or simply trying to make sense of your feelings, know that you don’t have to face it alone.
SW Virtual Psychology- Dr Sophia Williams
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
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Are trauma experiences getting in the way of living a life in line with your goals, beliefs, values, and desires? Does anxiety stop you from doing the things you want to do? Do flashbacks get in the way of functioning at home, work, or school? Have you been diagnosed with a health condition and you’re finding it difficult to adapt? Therapy helps you understand the cause of your symptoms and how to break the cycle. You will learn skills to help you manage these symptoms so that you can achieve other things in your life that are important to you. These might be working, having a family, or simply living trauma-response free.
Are trauma experiences getting in the way of living a life in line with your goals, beliefs, values, and desires? Does anxiety stop you from doing the things you want to do? Do flashbacks get in the way of functioning at home, work, or school? Have you been diagnosed with a health condition and you’re finding it difficult to adapt? Therapy helps you understand the cause of your symptoms and how to break the cycle. You will learn skills to help you manage these symptoms so that you can achieve other things in your life that are important to you. These might be working, having a family, or simply living trauma-response free.
I work with a range of clients and issues. Work can be long term, short term or somewhere in between. My focus is on assisting my client to identify the issue and anything that then needs to happen. The work is at my client's pace and I am a warm and encouraging therapist, mindful of difference and diversity. Over the past 18 years I have worked with clients from age 5 to 78, each client is unique, no therapy session is the same.
I work with a range of clients and issues. Work can be long term, short term or somewhere in between. My focus is on assisting my client to identify the issue and anything that then needs to happen. The work is at my client's pace and I am a warm and encouraging therapist, mindful of difference and diversity. Over the past 18 years I have worked with clients from age 5 to 78, each client is unique, no therapy session is the same.
I'm the Clinical Lead at North Wales Reflections, the largest private counselling practice in North Wales. From our accessible offices in Colwyn Bay and online across the UK and globally, we offer a safe, welcoming space where people of all ages feel heard, supported, and empowered. Our experienced team is here to help you navigate life’s challenges. I also mentor therapists in building ethical, sustainable practices.
I'm the Clinical Lead at North Wales Reflections, the largest private counselling practice in North Wales. From our accessible offices in Colwyn Bay and online across the UK and globally, we offer a safe, welcoming space where people of all ages feel heard, supported, and empowered. Our experienced team is here to help you navigate life’s challenges. I also mentor therapists in building ethical, sustainable practices.
I work with individuals and couples navigating life's "in-between" spaces—those feeling the weight of cultural shifts, identity confusion, or family roles that no longer fit. My clients often feel like strangers to themselves, arriving with a sense of survival rather than true connection. I offer a space where your contradictions are welcome and your voice is finally heard. By integrating depth-oriented tools with creative metaphor, I help you untangle old patterns and move through transitions without the need for a clinical script. Together, we work toward living with genuine presence and clarity.
I work with individuals and couples navigating life's "in-between" spaces—those feeling the weight of cultural shifts, identity confusion, or family roles that no longer fit. My clients often feel like strangers to themselves, arriving with a sense of survival rather than true connection. I offer a space where your contradictions are welcome and your voice is finally heard. By integrating depth-oriented tools with creative metaphor, I help you untangle old patterns and move through transitions without the need for a clinical script. Together, we work toward living with genuine presence and clarity.
People come to counselling for many different reasons and sometimes help is needed to navigate life's challenges. The way we feel and see ourselves can determine the outcomes we achieve. Counselling provides an opportunity for you to explore, off-load, be heard and supported while you work through difficulties. Life can be difficult at times and often we become overwhelmed and that's natural. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, grief & loss, relationship difficulties or challenges related to life in general, counselling can help you gain insight, clarity and confidence to move forward.
People come to counselling for many different reasons and sometimes help is needed to navigate life's challenges. The way we feel and see ourselves can determine the outcomes we achieve. Counselling provides an opportunity for you to explore, off-load, be heard and supported while you work through difficulties. Life can be difficult at times and often we become overwhelmed and that's natural. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, grief & loss, relationship difficulties or challenges related to life in general, counselling can help you gain insight, clarity and confidence to move forward.
Hey I'm Hannah! If you've reached this far, then it's likely you are looking for some support in your life with some challenges you may be facing. From general everyday worries to more complex trauma, I am here to support you on your journey no matter how great or small the need.
Hey I'm Hannah! If you've reached this far, then it's likely you are looking for some support in your life with some challenges you may be facing. From general everyday worries to more complex trauma, I am here to support you on your journey no matter how great or small the need.
If you’re struggling with difficult emotions, relationship issues, stress, anxiety, depression, or any other challenges in life, I will provide a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain new insights and develop effective strategies for success. Whether you’re looking to improve your mental health, recover from trauma or loss, find direction and take control of your life, repair or strengthen your relationships, or you simply want to grow as a person, I can help. Book a free 30 minute Introduction Session now - maximum wait time 1 week (depending on your availability).
If you’re struggling with difficult emotions, relationship issues, stress, anxiety, depression, or any other challenges in life, I will provide a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain new insights and develop effective strategies for success. Whether you’re looking to improve your mental health, recover from trauma or loss, find direction and take control of your life, repair or strengthen your relationships, or you simply want to grow as a person, I can help. Book a free 30 minute Introduction Session now - maximum wait time 1 week (depending on your availability).
I’m glad you’re here. I’d like to offer you a space to talk, and a moment to feel heard.
I sometimes think of counselling as you bringing your own jigsaw puzzle into the room. You may have a sense of what the picture is supposed to look like, but the pieces can feel scattered, unclear, forgotten, or difficult to place.
My role is not to tell you what your picture should be. It is to sit alongside you and help you make sense of the pieces, one by one. You bring the knowledge of your life and what each piece means. I offer a calm, supportive space where we can begin to understand how they fit together.
I’m glad you’re here. I’d like to offer you a space to talk, and a moment to feel heard.
I sometimes think of counselling as you bringing your own jigsaw puzzle into the room. You may have a sense of what the picture is supposed to look like, but the pieces can feel scattered, unclear, forgotten, or difficult to place.
My role is not to tell you what your picture should be. It is to sit alongside you and help you make sense of the pieces, one by one. You bring the knowledge of your life and what each piece means. I offer a calm, supportive space where we can begin to understand how they fit together.
My ideal client has autism or Asperger’s syndrome and/or is an individual who is in a close relationship with someone that has Asperger’s/autism. I see clients in person in Northamptonshire & by video. I have counselled autistic individuals and their families for nearly 20 years. My autism specialist practice is informed by my Masters in Autism/PGC in Asperger’s and also from long term familial connections. I am BACP registered (no 145760). In July 2025, and after eight years of training with Cambridge Body Psychotherapy Centre. I qualified as a full clinical body psychotherapist (UKCP registration 2011166457).
My ideal client has autism or Asperger’s syndrome and/or is an individual who is in a close relationship with someone that has Asperger’s/autism. I see clients in person in Northamptonshire & by video. I have counselled autistic individuals and their families for nearly 20 years. My autism specialist practice is informed by my Masters in Autism/PGC in Asperger’s and also from long term familial connections. I am BACP registered (no 145760). In July 2025, and after eight years of training with Cambridge Body Psychotherapy Centre. I qualified as a full clinical body psychotherapist (UKCP registration 2011166457).
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Whether you want to be proactive in maintaining good mental health or if life has got tough, due to something that you may have experienced like loss or trauma, some difficult feelings or stress and you are struggling to get through it therapy can help. We all have varying reasons to come to therapy difficult life events/situations, things feeling not quite right, anxiety/depression, things from our past effecting us in the here and now or some burnout. Therapy is a safe, neutral place you can use to explore what is happening for you, and support you in deciding how you want to manage or address it to then move forward.
Whether you want to be proactive in maintaining good mental health or if life has got tough, due to something that you may have experienced like loss or trauma, some difficult feelings or stress and you are struggling to get through it therapy can help. We all have varying reasons to come to therapy difficult life events/situations, things feeling not quite right, anxiety/depression, things from our past effecting us in the here and now or some burnout. Therapy is a safe, neutral place you can use to explore what is happening for you, and support you in deciding how you want to manage or address it to then move forward.
At understaND, we are passionate about helping people to understand their individual strengths and areas of challenge, so that they can get the best out of themself.
We aim to demonstrate that all brains are unique and all are worth treasuring! Differences should be celebrated while also validating the moments that are challenging or frustrating.
We want to help you explore the nuances to how your brain works so that you can harness your strengths and ask for help and support from others where needed. This, in turn, leads to understanding from others, too.
At understaND, we are passionate about helping people to understand their individual strengths and areas of challenge, so that they can get the best out of themself.
We aim to demonstrate that all brains are unique and all are worth treasuring! Differences should be celebrated while also validating the moments that are challenging or frustrating.
We want to help you explore the nuances to how your brain works so that you can harness your strengths and ask for help and support from others where needed. This, in turn, leads to understanding from others, too.
Worldwide Online / Chester/ Deeside / Flint -
Feeling lost or stuck? You're not alone. Even the strongest among us can experience moments of uncertainty, ambivalence, or unhappiness. Life throws curveballs, and sometimes it feels like we're constantly navigating challenges. As an empathetic, non-judgmental, and professional Therapist, I understand these struggles first-hand. Since beginning my own practice, I've had the privilege of guiding individuals like you through their own unique journeys of self-discovery and growth.
I believe that within each of us lies an incredible reservoir of strength and resilience.
Worldwide Online / Chester/ Deeside / Flint -
Feeling lost or stuck? You're not alone. Even the strongest among us can experience moments of uncertainty, ambivalence, or unhappiness. Life throws curveballs, and sometimes it feels like we're constantly navigating challenges. As an empathetic, non-judgmental, and professional Therapist, I understand these struggles first-hand. Since beginning my own practice, I've had the privilege of guiding individuals like you through their own unique journeys of self-discovery and growth.
I believe that within each of us lies an incredible reservoir of strength and resilience.
Hi. I’m Lisa and I’m hoping you might like me to be your counsellor. Why choose me? Well, if you like a counsellor who considers the relationship between us the most important thing about therapy, if you like someone who is able to laugh with you, call you out and hold your emotions no matter how big they are, then I might be a good fit for you. People who I have worked with describe me as kind, compassionate, honest and challenging.
Hi. I’m Lisa and I’m hoping you might like me to be your counsellor. Why choose me? Well, if you like a counsellor who considers the relationship between us the most important thing about therapy, if you like someone who is able to laugh with you, call you out and hold your emotions no matter how big they are, then I might be a good fit for you. People who I have worked with describe me as kind, compassionate, honest and challenging.
Hello, I'm Clair.
It's difficult for people to know where to start sometimes, you may just not be feeling yourself or you may feel you have a diagnosis. Sometimes people come to see me with multiple problems from depression and anxiety and OCD to PTSD (Trauma), self-esteem and confidence issues and everything in between. I also have a special interest in helping people recover from domestic abuse. Whatever your concerns, together we can discuss a way to help you live your life in a way that makes you happy. As a qualified and accredited CBT therapist in North Wales I can offer you a way overcome your problems.
Hello, I'm Clair.
It's difficult for people to know where to start sometimes, you may just not be feeling yourself or you may feel you have a diagnosis. Sometimes people come to see me with multiple problems from depression and anxiety and OCD to PTSD (Trauma), self-esteem and confidence issues and everything in between. I also have a special interest in helping people recover from domestic abuse. Whatever your concerns, together we can discuss a way to help you live your life in a way that makes you happy. As a qualified and accredited CBT therapist in North Wales I can offer you a way overcome your problems.
Hi I'm Laura, a qualified and experienced Cognitive Behavioural therapist. My passion is to provide evidence based therapeutic techniques, whilst offering a safe space for clients to engage with their nervous system and body, which is often where stress and trauma are stored. Firstly, we will complete a detailed assessment of your current needs and important history. Following this, we can collaboratively agree on a treatment plan that suits your needs. I work with difficulties including, anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, health anxiety, stress and sleep difficulties.
Hi I'm Laura, a qualified and experienced Cognitive Behavioural therapist. My passion is to provide evidence based therapeutic techniques, whilst offering a safe space for clients to engage with their nervous system and body, which is often where stress and trauma are stored. Firstly, we will complete a detailed assessment of your current needs and important history. Following this, we can collaboratively agree on a treatment plan that suits your needs. I work with difficulties including, anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, health anxiety, stress and sleep difficulties.
My clients come to me from all walks of life and have experienced trauma recently or in the past. This has resulted in my clients suffering from intense anxiety and fears and/or severe depression as well as relationship difficulties. My clients can feel stuck, vulnerable and helpless, which has such a disabling impact on their lives. I have the ability to initiate and maintain a confidential therapeutic relationship, where my clients feel safe, experience hope and a reduction of their psychological symptoms. My clients leave therapy feeling empowered and able to manage life's stresses. I have clinics in Heswall, Mold and Zoom call.
My clients come to me from all walks of life and have experienced trauma recently or in the past. This has resulted in my clients suffering from intense anxiety and fears and/or severe depression as well as relationship difficulties. My clients can feel stuck, vulnerable and helpless, which has such a disabling impact on their lives. I have the ability to initiate and maintain a confidential therapeutic relationship, where my clients feel safe, experience hope and a reduction of their psychological symptoms. My clients leave therapy feeling empowered and able to manage life's stresses. I have clinics in Heswall, Mold and Zoom call.
Looking for assessment for autism, ADHD, dyspraxia, learning disability or other neurodiversity? Or do you/ your neurodiverse child want to start therapy for anxiety, low mood or sensory overwhelm? The multidisciplinary team at Dr R W Psychology Ltd can help. With extensive clinical experience in the NHS and private practice, our team of psychologists, speech and language therapists and occupational therapists can identify strengths and difficulties, make recommendations for education or employment, and can offer post diagnostic support, training and therapy tailored around neurodiversity.
Looking for assessment for autism, ADHD, dyspraxia, learning disability or other neurodiversity? Or do you/ your neurodiverse child want to start therapy for anxiety, low mood or sensory overwhelm? The multidisciplinary team at Dr R W Psychology Ltd can help. With extensive clinical experience in the NHS and private practice, our team of psychologists, speech and language therapists and occupational therapists can identify strengths and difficulties, make recommendations for education or employment, and can offer post diagnostic support, training and therapy tailored around neurodiversity.
I am a Relate trained and qualified Relational Psychotherapist with over 20 years experience of working with individuals, couples and families. I work in an integrative way, which means I can use my knowledge of many different theories and techniques to work with you in the most suitable way for you and your specific needs. We all seek connection with others and when there are problems or difficulties in our relationships we will suffer pain, hurt, anxiety and fear. You can work on your ability to relate to others or on any relationships you might be experiencing difficulty with, alone, or with your partner or family members.
I am a Relate trained and qualified Relational Psychotherapist with over 20 years experience of working with individuals, couples and families. I work in an integrative way, which means I can use my knowledge of many different theories and techniques to work with you in the most suitable way for you and your specific needs. We all seek connection with others and when there are problems or difficulties in our relationships we will suffer pain, hurt, anxiety and fear. You can work on your ability to relate to others or on any relationships you might be experiencing difficulty with, alone, or with your partner or family members.
Beautiful Minds Talking Therapy Service has been providing counselling for many years. I understand that taking the first step can be scary and overwhelming. But if you can find the courage to take that first step, it can be life changing. Let me help you explore, understand, and unpick the things that are causing your difficulties in your life. I will help you to take back control of your life and take action to find solutions and resolutions that will empower you. I will help you gain a better understanding of your difficulties and develop your knowledge and awareness of your internal constructs. let me help you.
Beautiful Minds Talking Therapy Service has been providing counselling for many years. I understand that taking the first step can be scary and overwhelming. But if you can find the courage to take that first step, it can be life changing. Let me help you explore, understand, and unpick the things that are causing your difficulties in your life. I will help you to take back control of your life and take action to find solutions and resolutions that will empower you. I will help you gain a better understanding of your difficulties and develop your knowledge and awareness of your internal constructs. let me help you.
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See More Counsellors FAQ - Teenage and Adolescent Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.