LGBTQ+ Affirming Counsellors in Llanelli
I am a Registered Mental Health Nurse with the UK Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), with extensive experience supporting individuals across a wide range of mental health settings, including acute adult mental health, rehabilitation, forensic services, detoxification, and substance misuse, working in inpatient, primary care, and community environments.
I am a Registered Mental Health Nurse with the UK Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), with extensive experience supporting individuals across a wide range of mental health settings, including acute adult mental health, rehabilitation, forensic services, detoxification, and substance misuse, working in inpatient, primary care, and community environments.
I specialise in communication challenges and relationship dynamics, psycho-sexual issues and trauma, LGBTQ+ challenges, ADHD / ASD awareness and psychoeducation.
I'm a certified and registered counsellor/psychotherapist (holding FDA in counselling and Dip. psysextherapy) affiliated with BACP, accredited with the NCPS and a member of SFTR and HPAI. My approach is integrative, designed to empower clients to identify, comprehend, and navigate their challenges. This, coupled with psychoeducation, fosters profound self-awareness and healing. Together, we'll unearth strategies to conquer the demands of today's world, delve into intimate concerns, and enhance your communication prowess. I blend conventional and holistic counselling methods to create a safe, confidential, and welcoming space.
I specialise in communication challenges and relationship dynamics, psycho-sexual issues and trauma, LGBTQ+ challenges, ADHD / ASD awareness and psychoeducation.
I'm a certified and registered counsellor/psychotherapist (holding FDA in counselling and Dip. psysextherapy) affiliated with BACP, accredited with the NCPS and a member of SFTR and HPAI. My approach is integrative, designed to empower clients to identify, comprehend, and navigate their challenges. This, coupled with psychoeducation, fosters profound self-awareness and healing. Together, we'll unearth strategies to conquer the demands of today's world, delve into intimate concerns, and enhance your communication prowess. I blend conventional and holistic counselling methods to create a safe, confidential, and welcoming space.
City Counselling Services provides a welcoming, professional, and confidential counselling service in Swansea. We are committed to offering a supportive and caring environment where clients can feel comfortable and understood.
Our team includes both male and female counsellors who are qualified, either fully BACP Accredited or working towards accreditation, and all are registered members of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Our counselling rooms have disabled access, with parking available nearby.
If you would like further information or wish to arrange an appointment, please contact us on 01792 82
City Counselling Services provides a welcoming, professional, and confidential counselling service in Swansea. We are committed to offering a supportive and caring environment where clients can feel comfortable and understood.
Our team includes both male and female counsellors who are qualified, either fully BACP Accredited or working towards accreditation, and all are registered members of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Our counselling rooms have disabled access, with parking available nearby.
If you would like further information or wish to arrange an appointment, please contact us on 01792 82
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.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or burnt out, often trying to navigate anxiety, identity, or neurodivergence such as ADHD. You might want to understand yourself better, feel more in control, or stop masking and people pleasing just to get through the day. You may be looking for a space where you don’t have to explain or justify who you are, and where your experiences are taken seriously. Therapy can help you manage emotions, rebuild confidence, and make sense of your past as you move toward a more grounded, authentic life.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or burnt out, often trying to navigate anxiety, identity, or neurodivergence such as ADHD. You might want to understand yourself better, feel more in control, or stop masking and people pleasing just to get through the day. You may be looking for a space where you don’t have to explain or justify who you are, and where your experiences are taken seriously. Therapy can help you manage emotions, rebuild confidence, and make sense of your past as you move toward a more grounded, authentic life.
Some of the common issues I work with include, Anxiety and depression, Self-harm and suicidal thoughts, Autism and ADHD symptoms, Stress and family issues, LGBTQ+, Emotional wellbeing.
I'm Helen, I am an integrative counsellor with 18 years of experience, I work with all ages and I have particular expertise in working with children and young people. I also provide clinical supervision to professionals. I use my knowledge from different therapeutic theories and approaches to tailor the counselling experience to each individual’s needs. I work collaboratively to identify the issues you wish to explore and the timescale that suits them - whether short-term focused work or longer-term support.
Some of the common issues I work with include, Anxiety and depression, Self-harm and suicidal thoughts, Autism and ADHD symptoms, Stress and family issues, LGBTQ+, Emotional wellbeing.
I'm Helen, I am an integrative counsellor with 18 years of experience, I work with all ages and I have particular expertise in working with children and young people. I also provide clinical supervision to professionals. I use my knowledge from different therapeutic theories and approaches to tailor the counselling experience to each individual’s needs. I work collaboratively to identify the issues you wish to explore and the timescale that suits them - whether short-term focused work or longer-term support.
The Counselling that I offer will be built around your needs, desires and areas of interest. I am looking to build a safe and trusting relationship where you can bring your whole self including the parts of you that possibly you hide away from others.
The Counselling that I offer will be built around your needs, desires and areas of interest. I am looking to build a safe and trusting relationship where you can bring your whole self including the parts of you that possibly you hide away from others.
I have over 16 years of experience as a Relational Supervisor, Counsellor and Hypnotherapist and I know that the reason you are even reading this is because you or someone you know needs help. How do we start? A simple chat, either over the phone or online. We will discuss your worries or issues and together work out the best way forward. This may be just one method or a combination of therapies. You will be in control of this and it can be changed as we progress, I offer this in a safe, confidential and non judgemental environment. Many of my clients choose to split sessions into 1/2hr Counselling and 1/2hr Hypnotherapy.
I have over 16 years of experience as a Relational Supervisor, Counsellor and Hypnotherapist and I know that the reason you are even reading this is because you or someone you know needs help. How do we start? A simple chat, either over the phone or online. We will discuss your worries or issues and together work out the best way forward. This may be just one method or a combination of therapies. You will be in control of this and it can be changed as we progress, I offer this in a safe, confidential and non judgemental environment. Many of my clients choose to split sessions into 1/2hr Counselling and 1/2hr Hypnotherapy.
Are you looking for a therapist who knows and understands ADHD and autism? Diagnosed, or self-diagnosed? Neurodivergence is just one of my specialist areas.
As a therapist working in South West Wales, I specialize in face-to-face therapy, as well as seeing clients online, either for the short-term, or long-term, where sessions are open-ended. Whatever has brought you to counselling, together we will work to empower you to discover yourself and find solutions, as needed.
Are you looking for a therapist who knows and understands ADHD and autism? Diagnosed, or self-diagnosed? Neurodivergence is just one of my specialist areas.
As a therapist working in South West Wales, I specialize in face-to-face therapy, as well as seeing clients online, either for the short-term, or long-term, where sessions are open-ended. Whatever has brought you to counselling, together we will work to empower you to discover yourself and find solutions, as needed.
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I specialise in working with chilfren and young people around issues of identity, in particular, LGBTQ+.
I work with children and young people on the things that are important to them. I work in a person centred way. I undertake assessment and create a treatment plan with the client, creating goals the client wants to achieve together. I use art therapy in order to achieve this, whether that be mark making, clay, paint, collage of other materials the client feels comfortable using. Clients can just talk if they want to.
I specialise in working with chilfren and young people around issues of identity, in particular, LGBTQ+.
I work with children and young people on the things that are important to them. I work in a person centred way. I undertake assessment and create a treatment plan with the client, creating goals the client wants to achieve together. I use art therapy in order to achieve this, whether that be mark making, clay, paint, collage of other materials the client feels comfortable using. Clients can just talk if they want to.
As a kind, compassionate human, and a polyamorous, kinked, neurodivergent and disabled trans man, I believe transparency about my intersecting identities brings a shared understanding of these lived experiences, which helps marginalised and diverse clients to feel safe in approaching me.
With years of experience in person-centred, emotion-focused, psychodynamic & integrative counselling, I work pluralistically using a range of tools and theories which are particularly effective in addressing the lasting effects of adverse childhood experiences, trauma and life challenges, helping to reduce their impact and support a more positive self-image.
As a kind, compassionate human, and a polyamorous, kinked, neurodivergent and disabled trans man, I believe transparency about my intersecting identities brings a shared understanding of these lived experiences, which helps marginalised and diverse clients to feel safe in approaching me.
With years of experience in person-centred, emotion-focused, psychodynamic & integrative counselling, I work pluralistically using a range of tools and theories which are particularly effective in addressing the lasting effects of adverse childhood experiences, trauma and life challenges, helping to reduce their impact and support a more positive self-image.
Working exclusively via video call ensuring that clients feel relaxed in familiar surroundings, I work with my clients to help them to find a route through their struggles, helping them to unhook themselves from unhelpful thinking styles and strategies. From the outset my clients understand that counselling requires them to put into practice the things that we identify during our sessions - just like homework. The solutions don't come from our sessions, they come from the work that my clients put in between our sessions.
Working exclusively via video call ensuring that clients feel relaxed in familiar surroundings, I work with my clients to help them to find a route through their struggles, helping them to unhook themselves from unhelpful thinking styles and strategies. From the outset my clients understand that counselling requires them to put into practice the things that we identify during our sessions - just like homework. The solutions don't come from our sessions, they come from the work that my clients put in between our sessions.
We also provide LGBT+ affirmative therapy.
I work from the understanding that human experience includes distress, conflict, and harm, and that avoiding these realities is neither helpful nor therapeutic. In the therapy room, I offer a non-judgemental, reflective space where clients can explore their experiences honestly and at their own pace. My role is not to impose interpretations or provide simplistic reassurance, but to listen carefully, ask meaningful questions, and support clients in developing insight, emotional awareness, and psychological resilience.I see therapy as a collaborative process grounded in respect, autonomy, and ethical practice.
We also provide LGBT+ affirmative therapy.
I work from the understanding that human experience includes distress, conflict, and harm, and that avoiding these realities is neither helpful nor therapeutic. In the therapy room, I offer a non-judgemental, reflective space where clients can explore their experiences honestly and at their own pace. My role is not to impose interpretations or provide simplistic reassurance, but to listen carefully, ask meaningful questions, and support clients in developing insight, emotional awareness, and psychological resilience.I see therapy as a collaborative process grounded in respect, autonomy, and ethical practice.
Hello, my name is Henk. I provide individual and couples counselling. As a fully qualified Person-Centred Counsellor, I offer non-judgmental acceptance, empathic understanding and sincerity. This helps build a trusting relationship in which you feel comfortable exploring anything that is on your mind, but also helps you find your own answers by helping you get a deeper understanding of what is going on for you. You may feel low, anxious, worthless, lost, easily overwhelmed, not knowing which direction to take, or how to cope with what life has thrown your way.
Hello, my name is Henk. I provide individual and couples counselling. As a fully qualified Person-Centred Counsellor, I offer non-judgmental acceptance, empathic understanding and sincerity. This helps build a trusting relationship in which you feel comfortable exploring anything that is on your mind, but also helps you find your own answers by helping you get a deeper understanding of what is going on for you. You may feel low, anxious, worthless, lost, easily overwhelmed, not knowing which direction to take, or how to cope with what life has thrown your way.
I am a queer and neurodivergent counsellor, experienced at working with LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent people.
Therapy can help you live an authentic life and feel more secure in yourself and your relationships. You can process and let go of past troubles. Are there parts of you that you've felt you had hide in life, or around certain people? Are you in a difficult situation right now and it feels like there's no solution? Maybe something from your past is still troubling you today? Express yourself in a safe environment with someone who truly listens, with no judgement, and breathe free again.
I provide hypnotherapy, counselling, and bibliotherapy. Just email or text me to get started - I'm looking forward to hearing from you.
I am a queer and neurodivergent counsellor, experienced at working with LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent people.
Therapy can help you live an authentic life and feel more secure in yourself and your relationships. You can process and let go of past troubles. Are there parts of you that you've felt you had hide in life, or around certain people? Are you in a difficult situation right now and it feels like there's no solution? Maybe something from your past is still troubling you today? Express yourself in a safe environment with someone who truly listens, with no judgement, and breathe free again.
I provide hypnotherapy, counselling, and bibliotherapy. Just email or text me to get started - I'm looking forward to hearing from you.
I work mainly with LGBTQ+ individuals, especially those who identify as neurodivergent.
My therapy style is integrative—centred around building relationship and creating a sense of safety. I draw on various strands of psychotherapy to create a tailored experience that supports you in feeling more whole and connected. At the heart of my practice are Transactional Analysis, Polyvagal Theory and Trauma-Informed Therapy.
I work mainly with LGBTQ+ individuals, especially those who identify as neurodivergent.
My therapy style is integrative—centred around building relationship and creating a sense of safety. I draw on various strands of psychotherapy to create a tailored experience that supports you in feeling more whole and connected. At the heart of my practice are Transactional Analysis, Polyvagal Theory and Trauma-Informed Therapy.
You don’t need to have the words ready, sometimes we begin therapy only with the feeling that we want something to be different. We start where you are. I’m Melissa, and I'm a trainee Integrative Humanistic Psychotherapist with the Welsh Psychotherapy Institute and UKCP. I have availability for weekly in-person sessions on Wednesday mornings in Cardiff and my fee is £35 per 50 minute session. I aim to offer a warm, respectful, supportive and collaborative space where we can explore what matters to you. My practice is trauma informed, I prioritise safety and consent as we work with your past and present experiences.
You don’t need to have the words ready, sometimes we begin therapy only with the feeling that we want something to be different. We start where you are. I’m Melissa, and I'm a trainee Integrative Humanistic Psychotherapist with the Welsh Psychotherapy Institute and UKCP. I have availability for weekly in-person sessions on Wednesday mornings in Cardiff and my fee is £35 per 50 minute session. I aim to offer a warm, respectful, supportive and collaborative space where we can explore what matters to you. My practice is trauma informed, I prioritise safety and consent as we work with your past and present experiences.
I am a qualified Therapist with 8 years of experience working within the NHS mental health, addiction & Trauma pathways. The key to my work with clients is the belief that, through a psychotherapeutic relationship, we can gain insights into our patterns of behaviour. Working relationally, we can explore the possibility of change and begin to consider alternative positions that lead towards a more compassionate and fulfilled version of ourselves. My primary modalities of working with my clients involve addressing the unmet needs of our life experiences in early years, exploring the relational needs that may have been left unattended.
I am a qualified Therapist with 8 years of experience working within the NHS mental health, addiction & Trauma pathways. The key to my work with clients is the belief that, through a psychotherapeutic relationship, we can gain insights into our patterns of behaviour. Working relationally, we can explore the possibility of change and begin to consider alternative positions that lead towards a more compassionate and fulfilled version of ourselves. My primary modalities of working with my clients involve addressing the unmet needs of our life experiences in early years, exploring the relational needs that may have been left unattended.
I am a fully qualified and experienced accredited Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist (Level 7), providing a confidential and professional counselling service. My Counselling practice aims to give you the opportunity to explore your problems, distresses or any difficult situations that you are experiencing in a confidential, non-judgmental, safe and supportive environment. As a Counsellor I feel privileged to be part of your journey and work to facilitate you through your difficulties so that they become more manageable.
I am a fully qualified and experienced accredited Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist (Level 7), providing a confidential and professional counselling service. My Counselling practice aims to give you the opportunity to explore your problems, distresses or any difficult situations that you are experiencing in a confidential, non-judgmental, safe and supportive environment. As a Counsellor I feel privileged to be part of your journey and work to facilitate you through your difficulties so that they become more manageable.
As a BACP counsellor and UKCP psychotherapist, I believe that the relationship between you and I is integral to our work. My approach is empathic and explorative, looking back at your past to understand who you are and why you are where you are. In this awareness, my hope is that you will become free to make the changes that you want in life and to accept all parts of yourself. The work is yours, and my job is to sit alongside you using my skills, knowledge and experience to support you. It is my belief that the right therapist can provide invaluable assistance to your wellbeing, and guide you to use the resources you have.
As a BACP counsellor and UKCP psychotherapist, I believe that the relationship between you and I is integral to our work. My approach is empathic and explorative, looking back at your past to understand who you are and why you are where you are. In this awareness, my hope is that you will become free to make the changes that you want in life and to accept all parts of yourself. The work is yours, and my job is to sit alongside you using my skills, knowledge and experience to support you. It is my belief that the right therapist can provide invaluable assistance to your wellbeing, and guide you to use the resources you have.
Nearby LGBTQ+ Counsellors Searches for Llanelli
- Abergavenny
- Ammanford
- Brecon
- Bridgend
- Carmarthen
- Cowbridge
- Llantrisant
- Merthyr Tydfil
- Neath
- Pontypridd
- Port Talbot
- Swansea
LGBTQ+ Counsellors
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialised training, either during their degree programme or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalisation in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialised training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.