Chronic Illness Counselling in Newport
Health Psychology Wales Ltd.
Psychologist, HCPC - Health Psych.
Verified Verified
Newport NP18
I can support you to explore your mental health issues, providing you with a safe and non-judgmental environment, either face-to-face or online, to talk about what matters to you. I can provide you with effective strategies and tools to help you to manage or overcome your challenges, enabling you to achieve your desired goals. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, low self-confidence, low self-esteem, ADHD, weight issues, etc. I am here to help and support you in your journey to recovery. I am HCPC registered and have professional indemnity insurance.
I can support you to explore your mental health issues, providing you with a safe and non-judgmental environment, either face-to-face or online, to talk about what matters to you. I can provide you with effective strategies and tools to help you to manage or overcome your challenges, enabling you to achieve your desired goals. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, low self-confidence, low self-esteem, ADHD, weight issues, etc. I am here to help and support you in your journey to recovery. I am HCPC registered and have professional indemnity insurance.
Danielle Joan
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Newport NP10
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.
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.
Ellipsis Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Newport NP20
My aim for setting up a therapy practice was to provide help to those who are struggling with life's challenges. Do you feel as though something in your life isn't right? Maybe you've found yourself at a crossroads, unsure of where to go next. You might want support with reaching a decision, or facing your past. You might be looking to address relational/behavioural patterns, or want someone to help you cope through a crisis. It might be none of those things.It could be difficult to explain, and others don't seem to understand:- all you know is that you don't want to feel like it anymore, and you want things to be different.
My aim for setting up a therapy practice was to provide help to those who are struggling with life's challenges. Do you feel as though something in your life isn't right? Maybe you've found yourself at a crossroads, unsure of where to go next. You might want support with reaching a decision, or facing your past. You might be looking to address relational/behavioural patterns, or want someone to help you cope through a crisis. It might be none of those things.It could be difficult to explain, and others don't seem to understand:- all you know is that you don't want to feel like it anymore, and you want things to be different.
Steven Hampson: - Intergrated Counselling Services
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Newport NP20
As a counsellor of 19 years, my aim has been to provide a safe and supportive environment to help clients find solutions to their personal issues and anxieties. Together we will explore how to resolve any ongoing emotions in a proactive and healthy way that is at the clients pace. As a qualified supervision counsellor I provide the necessary supervision to counsellors and students around the South Wales area, providing a cohesive effort to ensure the welfare and safety of the client. This can be on an individual or group basis.
As a counsellor of 19 years, my aim has been to provide a safe and supportive environment to help clients find solutions to their personal issues and anxieties. Together we will explore how to resolve any ongoing emotions in a proactive and healthy way that is at the clients pace. As a qualified supervision counsellor I provide the necessary supervision to counsellors and students around the South Wales area, providing a cohesive effort to ensure the welfare and safety of the client. This can be on an individual or group basis.
Caroline Helen Sutton
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Newport NP19
We all find times in our lives when we encounter difficulties or we are struggling to cope in our usual ways. Counselling can help by giving you the opportunity to talk to a trained professional. I am a warm, positive counsellor committed to helping you the client, find the right pathway towards reaching your full potential in life. I believe that by understanding issues faced in life we can ultimately move forward with renewed and enriched perspectives. I am enthusiastic, caring and sensitive to others' needs and offer a safe, confidential, supportive and non-judgemental space for you to talk about what’s troubling you.
We all find times in our lives when we encounter difficulties or we are struggling to cope in our usual ways. Counselling can help by giving you the opportunity to talk to a trained professional. I am a warm, positive counsellor committed to helping you the client, find the right pathway towards reaching your full potential in life. I believe that by understanding issues faced in life we can ultimately move forward with renewed and enriched perspectives. I am enthusiastic, caring and sensitive to others' needs and offer a safe, confidential, supportive and non-judgemental space for you to talk about what’s troubling you.
Steve Miles
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Newport NP19
As well as experience of practicing within an NHS setting I have a background of 30 years working with children and adults in a pastoral role. A lot of my work has been helping people to make sense of their life and accept the things that they can change as well as the things they cannot. I trained as an Integrative Counsellor which enables me to draw on a range of theories to provide individually tailored support to best meet your needs. Every person is unique. My goal is to meet you as you are and then together discover what you need to move forward.
As well as experience of practicing within an NHS setting I have a background of 30 years working with children and adults in a pastoral role. A lot of my work has been helping people to make sense of their life and accept the things that they can change as well as the things they cannot. I trained as an Integrative Counsellor which enables me to draw on a range of theories to provide individually tailored support to best meet your needs. Every person is unique. My goal is to meet you as you are and then together discover what you need to move forward.
Dr Gareth P Thomas
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport NP10 (Online Only)
I can work with all types of conditions, disorders and issues. However, I specialise in working with people who need support with anxiety i.e., PTSD, depression, stress etc. If you need support with your daily life I can help. We can discuss your life, your wants, and where you would like to be in your future life. When we have completed our sessions I will support you 24/7. I have many therapy tools to help if needed. I have 18 years of experience in Psychology and Psychotherapy so you are in safe hands. Let me help you to be the person you want to be and live the best life you can. I will and can improve your Quality of Life.
I can work with all types of conditions, disorders and issues. However, I specialise in working with people who need support with anxiety i.e., PTSD, depression, stress etc. If you need support with your daily life I can help. We can discuss your life, your wants, and where you would like to be in your future life. When we have completed our sessions I will support you 24/7. I have many therapy tools to help if needed. I have 18 years of experience in Psychology and Psychotherapy so you are in safe hands. Let me help you to be the person you want to be and live the best life you can. I will and can improve your Quality of Life.
El Davis
Psychotherapist, MA, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
Newport NP10
I offer a welcoming space for you to explore whatever is happening in your life and support you to face difficult circumstances, feelings and relationships, finding new perspectives and resources. I use Processwork, a creative approach to therapy and facilitation, to help clients work things through in a professional and confidential space. During sessions we bring awareness to what's happening, leading to learning and change. In particular, paying attention to disturbances can hold the key to discovering new ways of being in the world.
I offer a welcoming space for you to explore whatever is happening in your life and support you to face difficult circumstances, feelings and relationships, finding new perspectives and resources. I use Processwork, a creative approach to therapy and facilitation, to help clients work things through in a professional and confidential space. During sessions we bring awareness to what's happening, leading to learning and change. In particular, paying attention to disturbances can hold the key to discovering new ways of being in the world.
Rhiannon Poulsom
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Newport NP10
At times we all feel like we’ve lost hope. The hope that things can improve, the hope our distress will reduce and the hope that we’ll feel less alone. But that hope is never gone for good, and we just need someone to help us find it again. Whether you are struggling with stress, relationship difficulties, past trauma, anxiety, depression or things that you just can’t make sense of, I can help. At times I will guide you, but most importantly I endeavour to support and empower you to take control of your own mental health and instil a renewed sense of hope and emotional wellbeing in a safe and compassionate space.
At times we all feel like we’ve lost hope. The hope that things can improve, the hope our distress will reduce and the hope that we’ll feel less alone. But that hope is never gone for good, and we just need someone to help us find it again. Whether you are struggling with stress, relationship difficulties, past trauma, anxiety, depression or things that you just can’t make sense of, I can help. At times I will guide you, but most importantly I endeavour to support and empower you to take control of your own mental health and instil a renewed sense of hope and emotional wellbeing in a safe and compassionate space.
Jenna Vaughan
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Newport NP11 (Online Only)
Hey there, I'm Jenna I'm a Person-Centred Counsellor and Trainee Counselling Psychologist. I am experienced in a range of Psychological Therapies. I'm here to support you through life's challenges, offering a safe space to navigate issues like relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, trauma, and more. My focus is on you, your experiences, and your journey toward better mental health. Together, we'll work through these hurdles, and I'll be here every step of the way. It takes courage to seek help, and I'm glad you're considering it. Let's start this journey together toward a brighter, happier you.
Hey there, I'm Jenna I'm a Person-Centred Counsellor and Trainee Counselling Psychologist. I am experienced in a range of Psychological Therapies. I'm here to support you through life's challenges, offering a safe space to navigate issues like relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, trauma, and more. My focus is on you, your experiences, and your journey toward better mental health. Together, we'll work through these hurdles, and I'll be here every step of the way. It takes courage to seek help, and I'm glad you're considering it. Let's start this journey together toward a brighter, happier you.
Rhiannon Gray
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Newport NP11
Life can be difficult to understand, to manage, to juggle and to embrace. My aim is to work with you to give you a better understanding of yourself. You may have asked “why do I feel the way I feel, why do I think the way I think, why am I the way I am.” Our work together will offer you a safe and supportive space, in a way that works for you, to explore these thoughts and feelings and offer new perspectives, tools and techniques to help adjust to a new way of being.
Life can be difficult to understand, to manage, to juggle and to embrace. My aim is to work with you to give you a better understanding of yourself. You may have asked “why do I feel the way I feel, why do I think the way I think, why am I the way I am.” Our work together will offer you a safe and supportive space, in a way that works for you, to explore these thoughts and feelings and offer new perspectives, tools and techniques to help adjust to a new way of being.
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Psychotherapist, PsychD, BACP
Verified Verified
Pontypool NP4
I am a BACP registered Psychotherapist and have been working with clients since 2013. I offer an integrative approach, working with each person as an individual and using different theory’s to support the client in the best way. I offer an open minded and non judgemental space for clients to explore what’s troubling them. I work with all client issues. My specialist areas of work include offering support to clients with OCD using a range of CBT tools, working with victims of rape, sexual abuse and domestic violence, and working with complex mental health issues. I have completed specialised training for providing psychotherapy.
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Luke Oliver
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Abertillery NP13
Waitlist for new clients
I can offer a safe, confidential, accepting and non-judgmental space, with a focus on providing LGBTQIA+ affirmative counselling to all clients who identify as LGBTQIA+ or are exploring their identity and sexuality, with extenisve experience with trans/non-binary people, as well as their family and friends who may need an understanding counsellor to work with. I also offer counselling to people who are looking for support for other life challenges and currently work with children and young people of secondary school age. As a member of the British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy, I work closely to their ethical framework.
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Platfform Wellbeing
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF3
Limited time offer - 50% off your first initial appointment. We have a large team of friendly and experienced counsellors. Whether there’s a specific challenge you’re facing, or you just aren’t feeling yourself right now, our counsellors work with you in a safe, confidential space It might be that you are struggling with anxiety, feeling low, grieving, or experiencing distressing thoughts. Or you may be looking to move forward and achieve your goals. Face-to-face counselling in Cardiff & Swansea or remote sessions. Our counsellors can work with individuals, couples and children.
Limited time offer - 50% off your first initial appointment. We have a large team of friendly and experienced counsellors. Whether there’s a specific challenge you’re facing, or you just aren’t feeling yourself right now, our counsellors work with you in a safe, confidential space It might be that you are struggling with anxiety, feeling low, grieving, or experiencing distressing thoughts. Or you may be looking to move forward and achieve your goals. Face-to-face counselling in Cardiff & Swansea or remote sessions. Our counsellors can work with individuals, couples and children.
Laura Taylored Therapy - therapy to fit around you
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Risca NP11 (Online Only)
Firstly, welcome. Perhaps you’ve been living day-to-day and realise that you no longer recognise who you are and you’re not the person you used to be. You feel strongly that this isn’t you and you’re more than this. Maybe there has been a recent significant life change or it might be this way of being has slowly crept up and happened over time. You may have just tried to get on with things and think tomorrow will be better but nothing changes and you don’t know where to turn. Sometimes you feel low or anxious, you want things to change but you’re not sure where to begin and now your relationships, work, education are being affected.
Firstly, welcome. Perhaps you’ve been living day-to-day and realise that you no longer recognise who you are and you’re not the person you used to be. You feel strongly that this isn’t you and you’re more than this. Maybe there has been a recent significant life change or it might be this way of being has slowly crept up and happened over time. You may have just tried to get on with things and think tomorrow will be better but nothing changes and you don’t know where to turn. Sometimes you feel low or anxious, you want things to change but you’re not sure where to begin and now your relationships, work, education are being affected.
Kizzy Rose Higson-Hill
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Abertillery NP13
Thank you for visiting my profile. My name is Kizzy and I am an integrative Counsellor, which means I have been trained in Person-Centred, Psychotherapy, Gestalt, Transactional Analysis, CBT and Existential therapies. I draw upon these theories to suit each individual and their needs when coming to sessions. You are the master of your life and I am here to help you along your way. I have been working as a qualified counsellor for the last 6 years with people of varying ages, I have a background in supporting with learning difficulties in schools and universities which guided me into a more adaptive approach.
Thank you for visiting my profile. My name is Kizzy and I am an integrative Counsellor, which means I have been trained in Person-Centred, Psychotherapy, Gestalt, Transactional Analysis, CBT and Existential therapies. I draw upon these theories to suit each individual and their needs when coming to sessions. You are the master of your life and I am here to help you along your way. I have been working as a qualified counsellor for the last 6 years with people of varying ages, I have a background in supporting with learning difficulties in schools and universities which guided me into a more adaptive approach.
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Helen Gillies
Counsellor, MSc, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Knowle B93
I work with issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, low self esteem, relationship difficulties, isolation and chronic illness.
Are you feeling misunderstood, perhaps a little lost or stuck in life? There are many reasons why individuals embark on a journey in therapy and I'm here to let you know that your needs matter. I am an integrative psychotherapist in training, offering one to one sessions, either face to face or online. Being integrative means that I am trained in more than one approach to counselling, allowing me to be flexible with the approach that works for you. Through counselling, we can create the space to explore parts of yourself that you might feel unable to share with others.
I work with issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, low self esteem, relationship difficulties, isolation and chronic illness.
Are you feeling misunderstood, perhaps a little lost or stuck in life? There are many reasons why individuals embark on a journey in therapy and I'm here to let you know that your needs matter. I am an integrative psychotherapist in training, offering one to one sessions, either face to face or online. Being integrative means that I am trained in more than one approach to counselling, allowing me to be flexible with the approach that works for you. Through counselling, we can create the space to explore parts of yourself that you might feel unable to share with others.
Jean Machon
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Basingstoke RG26
My experience is wide ranging and includes working with low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic illness, bereavement and loss, relationship issues, abandonment, domestic violence, abuse and attachment issues.
Many of us experience times in our lives when we feel overwhelmed, anxious or depressed. Relationship difficulties or significant life events can bring huge change or loss or perhaps you recognise patterns in your life you would like to change. I offer a warm, empathic, safe space in which to explore thoughts, feelings and behaviours, finding effective strategies to help you move forwards in your life. As a Humanistic Psychotherapist, I believe we all have the potential for personal growth and healing given the right circumstances.
My experience is wide ranging and includes working with low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic illness, bereavement and loss, relationship issues, abandonment, domestic violence, abuse and attachment issues.
Many of us experience times in our lives when we feel overwhelmed, anxious or depressed. Relationship difficulties or significant life events can bring huge change or loss or perhaps you recognise patterns in your life you would like to change. I offer a warm, empathic, safe space in which to explore thoughts, feelings and behaviours, finding effective strategies to help you move forwards in your life. As a Humanistic Psychotherapist, I believe we all have the potential for personal growth and healing given the right circumstances.
Jayne Elisabeth Archer
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bristol BS6
Hello! I'm Jayne. I'm a Counsellor who specialises in working with individuals to overcome stress, anxiety and burnout to re-create balance, meaning and purpose in their lives. Are you? Feeling stressed, stuck or overwhelmed in your career/life/relationships and feel like you have made choices that no longer fit who you are now. Childless/Childfree and feel misunderstood, judged or invisible. Self-critical, strives to please others and can't say no. Living with a chronic illness or maybe you are struggling with a loss of purpose/direction and feeling lonely, disillusioned or disconnected from the world. If so, then welcome aboard!
Hello! I'm Jayne. I'm a Counsellor who specialises in working with individuals to overcome stress, anxiety and burnout to re-create balance, meaning and purpose in their lives. Are you? Feeling stressed, stuck or overwhelmed in your career/life/relationships and feel like you have made choices that no longer fit who you are now. Childless/Childfree and feel misunderstood, judged or invisible. Self-critical, strives to please others and can't say no. Living with a chronic illness or maybe you are struggling with a loss of purpose/direction and feeling lonely, disillusioned or disconnected from the world. If so, then welcome aboard!
Kind Humans Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Taunton TA1 (Online Only)
I also support people with chronic illness, carers, and healthcare professionals.
Feeling like it is all too much? Are you feeling sad, anxious, or simply misunderstood? You are going through life-changing events, or an identity crisis or both, and talking to your friends/family is not enough any more. Maybe it is time to reach out. Talk to a counsellor today to get the support you need and deserve.
I also support people with chronic illness, carers, and healthcare professionals.
Feeling like it is all too much? Are you feeling sad, anxious, or simply misunderstood? You are going through life-changing events, or an identity crisis or both, and talking to your friends/family is not enough any more. Maybe it is time to reach out. Talk to a counsellor today to get the support you need and deserve.
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How does therapy for chronic illness work?
Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.
Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?
Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?
No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.
How long does therapy for chronic illness take?
There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.