Parenting Counselling in Cwmbran
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.
I pride myself on being authentic and accessible, relatable and engaging when I am supporting people such as you and your family. I use a variety of practical methods to help make sessions feel less daunting, and can adapt myself flexibly to match your preferred style and support your specific needs.
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.
I pride myself on being authentic and accessible, relatable and engaging when I am supporting people such as you and your family. I use a variety of practical methods to help make sessions feel less daunting, and can adapt myself flexibly to match your preferred style and support your specific needs.
Hi I'm Bryn, and I'm based in Newport. You may be an adult or teenager who is feeling overwhelmed by grief, loss, or complicated emotions linked to adoption or fostering. You might be finding it hard to put how you feel into words, or feeling stuck and unsure where to turn. You’re looking for a safe, supportive space where you can be yourself, feel understood, and take things at your own pace. You want help to gently explore what’s going on for you and find ways to cope, heal, and move forward with greater calm and self-compassion.
Hi I'm Bryn, and I'm based in Newport. You may be an adult or teenager who is feeling overwhelmed by grief, loss, or complicated emotions linked to adoption or fostering. You might be finding it hard to put how you feel into words, or feeling stuck and unsure where to turn. You’re looking for a safe, supportive space where you can be yourself, feel understood, and take things at your own pace. You want help to gently explore what’s going on for you and find ways to cope, heal, and move forward with greater calm and self-compassion.
Hello, I'm Susanna. Are you struggling to accept some change in your life? Maybe you feel as though you have ‘lost your way’ and just need space to sit with someone who will listen and empower YOU to find direction again, without judgement or advice? Perhaps you are experiencing symptoms of anxiety/depression or feel consumed by negative emotions following a traumatic event or circumstance? Whatever it is that is causing you emotional pain, I will journey with you as we gently explore it to find a way forward that is right for you.
Hello, I'm Susanna. Are you struggling to accept some change in your life? Maybe you feel as though you have ‘lost your way’ and just need space to sit with someone who will listen and empower YOU to find direction again, without judgement or advice? Perhaps you are experiencing symptoms of anxiety/depression or feel consumed by negative emotions following a traumatic event or circumstance? Whatever it is that is causing you emotional pain, I will journey with you as we gently explore it to find a way forward that is right for you.
I am a fully qualified and registered professional councillor with The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). As such I offer you a safe, supportive and highly-confidential space to talk openly about any difficulties you are experiencing. Together we can investigate ways to manage/overcome your concerns and difficulties. I have personal experience of being supported by others within the profession and know only too well how valuable this support and encouragement can be. My aim is to support you as you build a brighter and healthier future for yourself.
I am a fully qualified and registered professional councillor with The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). As such I offer you a safe, supportive and highly-confidential space to talk openly about any difficulties you are experiencing. Together we can investigate ways to manage/overcome your concerns and difficulties. I have personal experience of being supported by others within the profession and know only too well how valuable this support and encouragement can be. My aim is to support you as you build a brighter and healthier future for yourself.
Hi I'm Rhys Lewis, founder of The Relationship Clinic Wales and author of the books 300 Ways To Improve Your Relationship and Infidelity: A survival guide. I'm a professionally qualified counsellor based in Blackwood, South Wales, UK. I specialise in relationship counselling. 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. If you're struggling in your relationship you should consider getting some help from a specialist couples therapist.
Hi I'm Rhys Lewis, founder of The Relationship Clinic Wales and author of the books 300 Ways To Improve Your Relationship and Infidelity: A survival guide. I'm a professionally qualified counsellor based in Blackwood, South Wales, UK. I specialise in relationship counselling. 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. If you're struggling in your relationship you should consider getting some help from a specialist couples therapist.
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Bullying, anxiety, anger, low self esteem, various forms of self harming, and social media are among a variety of issues parents can find themselves dealing with.
Although I counsel a wide range of issues, my specialist areas are sexual abuse/rape and working with teenagers. I taught for 40 years in a variety of 11 -18 schools and then was employed by a leading agency specialising in sexual abuse/rape as a Child and Young Person Therapist, working in a SARC centre with Gwent Police.
Bullying, anxiety, anger, low self esteem, various forms of self harming, and social media are among a variety of issues parents can find themselves dealing with.
Although I counsel a wide range of issues, my specialist areas are sexual abuse/rape and working with teenagers. I taught for 40 years in a variety of 11 -18 schools and then was employed by a leading agency specialising in sexual abuse/rape as a Child and Young Person Therapist, working in a SARC centre with Gwent Police.
I'm a dramatherapist with 15 years experience providing creative therapy to adults, children/young people and their parents/carers in schools, psychotherapy services and in private practice.
Do you/your child sometimes find it hard to put your experience into words? Are you drawn to working creatively? In a safe, nurturing space, I will help you/your child express your feelings, work through your difficulties, explore your patterns, understand yourself better and begin to thrive.
I'm a dramatherapist with 15 years experience providing creative therapy to adults, children/young people and their parents/carers in schools, psychotherapy services and in private practice.
Do you/your child sometimes find it hard to put your experience into words? Are you drawn to working creatively? In a safe, nurturing space, I will help you/your child express your feelings, work through your difficulties, explore your patterns, understand yourself better and begin to thrive.
I specialise in supporting new parents and neurodivergent people, including those with ADHD and autism, and am a fully qualified LGBTQ+ and GSRD affirming therapist, welcoming people from all walks of life.
I don't work from a single approach. I take the time to get to know you and draw on a wide range of therapeutic tools to find what works best for you, so we can find the right way forward together.
I specialise in supporting new parents and neurodivergent people, including those with ADHD and autism, and am a fully qualified LGBTQ+ and GSRD affirming therapist, welcoming people from all walks of life.
I don't work from a single approach. I take the time to get to know you and draw on a wide range of therapeutic tools to find what works best for you, so we can find the right way forward together.
I provide EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) therapy On Line and I also offer VIG (Video Interaction Guidance) that uses video clips of real life situations to enhance communication within relationships between parents and children.
I am a highly experienced Psychologist and have worked in many areas, schools and homes across Wales and the UK during my career. During this time I have trained in and used a wide range of therapuetic techniques to help make a real difference in the lives of children, families and teachers I have worked with. I am an EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner and specialise in helping people with PTSD, fear, anxiety, anger or panic to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life experiences.
I provide EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) therapy On Line and I also offer VIG (Video Interaction Guidance) that uses video clips of real life situations to enhance communication within relationships between parents and children.
I am a highly experienced Psychologist and have worked in many areas, schools and homes across Wales and the UK during my career. During this time I have trained in and used a wide range of therapuetic techniques to help make a real difference in the lives of children, families and teachers I have worked with. I am an EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner and specialise in helping people with PTSD, fear, anxiety, anger or panic to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life experiences.
As a play therapist and animal assisted therapist I use child development knowledge, attachment theory & neuroscience to help you understand your child’s inner world more deeply & to support you in your parenting journey.
Are you worried about your child's behaviour and don't know what to do? Are you fed up of getting calls from school or of arguing all the time at home? Do you feel like you're letting your child down and just wish you could help them be their best self instead?
You don’t need to be alone in this. Together we can help and support your child to be the best they can be.
I know that asking for help can be terrifying. Please be assured you are not committing to anything by contacting me.
As a play therapist and animal assisted therapist I use child development knowledge, attachment theory & neuroscience to help you understand your child’s inner world more deeply & to support you in your parenting journey.
Are you worried about your child's behaviour and don't know what to do? Are you fed up of getting calls from school or of arguing all the time at home? Do you feel like you're letting your child down and just wish you could help them be their best self instead?
You don’t need to be alone in this. Together we can help and support your child to be the best they can be.
I know that asking for help can be terrifying. Please be assured you are not committing to anything by contacting me.
I offer counselling in a warm, non-judgemental space where you can pause and explore what’s going on for you. I follow your lead and support you to talk about whatever feels important to you, at your own pace.
My approach is Humanistic Existentialism, which places you at the centre of our work. Together we can explore how you’re navigating life, what matters to you, and the expectations placed on you by others and by society. I believe you are the expert in your own life, and my role as a counsellor is not to give advice, but to help you develop deeper self-understanding and a stronger sense of how to live more authentically.
I offer counselling in a warm, non-judgemental space where you can pause and explore what’s going on for you. I follow your lead and support you to talk about whatever feels important to you, at your own pace.
My approach is Humanistic Existentialism, which places you at the centre of our work. Together we can explore how you’re navigating life, what matters to you, and the expectations placed on you by others and by society. I believe you are the expert in your own life, and my role as a counsellor is not to give advice, but to help you develop deeper self-understanding and a stronger sense of how to live more authentically.
Being a parent myself I understand both the joy and challenges faced and appreciate the lasting impact the birthing experience can have.
I am experienced in providing a variety of therapies including:
Eye Movement Desensitisation Therapy (EMDR);
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and
Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).
Whilst my specialist area is within perinatal, I can provide support for more general difficulties, including trauma, loss and bereavement by suicide.
Being a parent myself I understand both the joy and challenges faced and appreciate the lasting impact the birthing experience can have.
I am experienced in providing a variety of therapies including:
Eye Movement Desensitisation Therapy (EMDR);
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and
Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).
Whilst my specialist area is within perinatal, I can provide support for more general difficulties, including trauma, loss and bereavement by suicide.
I help people navigate anxiety and overwhelm and feel more at ease in their relationships. I have extensive experience supporting autistic and ADHD clients in a neuro-affirmative way. Therapy with me is a collaborative and supportive process. We'll explore your experiences, identify patterns and uncover what your feelings are trying to tell you. Clients tell me that our sessions provide a safe space to reflect, gain insight and experiment with new ways of thinking, feeling, and relating.
I help people navigate anxiety and overwhelm and feel more at ease in their relationships. I have extensive experience supporting autistic and ADHD clients in a neuro-affirmative way. Therapy with me is a collaborative and supportive process. We'll explore your experiences, identify patterns and uncover what your feelings are trying to tell you. Clients tell me that our sessions provide a safe space to reflect, gain insight and experiment with new ways of thinking, feeling, and relating.
Sometimes life just feels like too much.
You might be carrying anxiety, old wounds, or a sense of being stuck unsure who you are anymore, or where to even begin. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or disconnected from yourself, you’re not alone. And you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself.
I work with adults who are navigating anxiety and past traumas, often feeling like they’ve lost touch with who they are. Together, we gently untangle the pressure, the self-doubt, and the weight of what you’ve been carrying so you can start feeling more like you again.
Sometimes life just feels like too much.
You might be carrying anxiety, old wounds, or a sense of being stuck unsure who you are anymore, or where to even begin. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or disconnected from yourself, you’re not alone. And you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself.
I work with adults who are navigating anxiety and past traumas, often feeling like they’ve lost touch with who they are. Together, we gently untangle the pressure, the self-doubt, and the weight of what you’ve been carrying so you can start feeling more like you again.
What informs my practice is a concern for respecting and valuing difference and the importance of caring communication in all relationships. We work together to bring about your own awareness of what needs to change in order move on in your life. Sometimes we are overwhelmed at what is happening to us, or we feel we have no control over our own lives. We can explore new ways of understanding ourselves and our relationships so that we can influence or even change our future. My approach is to work in collaboration with you. I am not the expert in your life, you are, but we can both bring our knowledges and expertise into the relation
What informs my practice is a concern for respecting and valuing difference and the importance of caring communication in all relationships. We work together to bring about your own awareness of what needs to change in order move on in your life. Sometimes we are overwhelmed at what is happening to us, or we feel we have no control over our own lives. We can explore new ways of understanding ourselves and our relationships so that we can influence or even change our future. My approach is to work in collaboration with you. I am not the expert in your life, you are, but we can both bring our knowledges and expertise into the relation
Treatment Focus: My focus as a mental health therapist is to help individuals heal, energise, and become aware of their inner strengths. I achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. 96% of my clients return after an initial sessions. On average my clients work for 8 sessions. I have experience of working with clients in a long term approach.
Treatment Focus: My focus as a mental health therapist is to help individuals heal, energise, and become aware of their inner strengths. I achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. 96% of my clients return after an initial sessions. On average my clients work for 8 sessions. I have experience of working with clients in a long term approach.
I know what it’s like to feel overwhelmed, unsure & worn down by life. I’ve been there too.
If you’re reading this, maybe you're carrying a silent weight every day, holding yourself together on the outside while inside it feels like you're falling apart.
Maybe your anxiety feels like your mind is stuck in overdrive, constantly spinning, replaying conversations, imagining worst-case scenarios, or feeling like something’s wrong even when you can’t explain why. It’s like having a dozen radio stations playing at once, and you can’t switch any of them off. You may feel stuck, unsure or uncertain or not know who you are anymore.
I know what it’s like to feel overwhelmed, unsure & worn down by life. I’ve been there too.
If you’re reading this, maybe you're carrying a silent weight every day, holding yourself together on the outside while inside it feels like you're falling apart.
Maybe your anxiety feels like your mind is stuck in overdrive, constantly spinning, replaying conversations, imagining worst-case scenarios, or feeling like something’s wrong even when you can’t explain why. It’s like having a dozen radio stations playing at once, and you can’t switch any of them off. You may feel stuck, unsure or uncertain or not know who you are anymore.
I have helped clients with mild mental health issues such as general stress to higher needs such as schizophrenia and personality disorders. I would say my expertise lies mostly with anxiety, depression and self-esteem issues. I work with the clients goals in mind, at their own pace and ability. No two clients are the same and adjust my skills accordingly. Whether you’re looking for small changes in perspective, understanding or attitude, or you want a deeper more meaningful change in thinking, behaviour and habits I am willing to walk that journey with you.
I have helped clients with mild mental health issues such as general stress to higher needs such as schizophrenia and personality disorders. I would say my expertise lies mostly with anxiety, depression and self-esteem issues. I work with the clients goals in mind, at their own pace and ability. No two clients are the same and adjust my skills accordingly. Whether you’re looking for small changes in perspective, understanding or attitude, or you want a deeper more meaningful change in thinking, behaviour and habits I am willing to walk that journey with you.
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.
Since 2010, I have been working privately and also collaborating with various public and private organisations, offering individual, couples and group counselling and psychotherapy as well as parenting counselling.
I offer psychotherapy to adults facing challenges like anxiety, depression, panic attacks, self-esteem issues, family difficulties, relationship issues, personal development concerns, and critical life transitions such as childbearing, separation, divorce, job changes, retirement, illness, or bereavement.
Since 2010, I have been working privately and also collaborating with various public and private organisations, offering individual, couples and group counselling and psychotherapy as well as parenting counselling.
I offer psychotherapy to adults facing challenges like anxiety, depression, panic attacks, self-esteem issues, family difficulties, relationship issues, personal development concerns, and critical life transitions such as childbearing, separation, divorce, job changes, retirement, illness, or bereavement.
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Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.