Parenting Counselling in Penarth
You might be feeling weighed down by anxiety, sadness, stress, or low confidence. Maybe you feel stuck in patterns that feel frustrating and familiar, maybe you're carrying pain from the past, aware that it feels as if it still affects you now.
Or perhaps life actually feels ok overall, but you want to know yourself more deeply. To grow in confidence, to deepen your sense of connection to yourself and others, to improve the quality of your relationships, or to feel more aligned with a sense of purpose.
You might be feeling weighed down by anxiety, sadness, stress, or low confidence. Maybe you feel stuck in patterns that feel frustrating and familiar, maybe you're carrying pain from the past, aware that it feels as if it still affects you now.
Or perhaps life actually feels ok overall, but you want to know yourself more deeply. To grow in confidence, to deepen your sense of connection to yourself and others, to improve the quality of your relationships, or to feel more aligned with a sense of purpose.
Hello I'm Jo Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress or anxiety ? Perhaps you feel you need a safe and confidential space to share your concerns? I understand how difficult it can be to ask for help, it takes a lot of courage when you're feeling overwhelmed by lifes concerns. It is important to me that you feel safe, listened to and comfortable when sharing your intimate thoughts, emotions and feelings. I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor, however, everyone is unique so adapt my approach to suit your needs.
Hello I'm Jo Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress or anxiety ? Perhaps you feel you need a safe and confidential space to share your concerns? I understand how difficult it can be to ask for help, it takes a lot of courage when you're feeling overwhelmed by lifes concerns. It is important to me that you feel safe, listened to and comfortable when sharing your intimate thoughts, emotions and feelings. I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor, however, everyone is unique so adapt my approach to suit your needs.
Counselling & Psychotherapy help you overcome life’s problems, improve your well-being & help make positive changes to lead a more fulfilling life. I have over 12 years of working in counselling, psychotherapy & Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and over 25 years registered social work with family's . I offer CBT & counselling for many problems which affect people throughout the course of their lives. I offer help with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma & generational trauma, stress and anger issues, PTSD, insomnia, low self-esteem, self-harm, drug & alcohol issues, complex bereavement and childhood abuse.
Counselling & Psychotherapy help you overcome life’s problems, improve your well-being & help make positive changes to lead a more fulfilling life. I have over 12 years of working in counselling, psychotherapy & Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and over 25 years registered social work with family's . I offer CBT & counselling for many problems which affect people throughout the course of their lives. I offer help with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma & generational trauma, stress and anger issues, PTSD, insomnia, low self-esteem, self-harm, drug & alcohol issues, complex bereavement and childhood abuse.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low mood or burnout, holding things together on the outside while struggling within. Perhaps work, relationships or life transitions have stretched your coping capacity. You want relief, clarity and practical tools that actually work, not just coping strategies. You want to understand why you feel as you do and how to change it. Most of all, you want to feel calmer, stronger and more in control again. If you are ready to take that first step, you are exactly where you need to be.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low mood or burnout, holding things together on the outside while struggling within. Perhaps work, relationships or life transitions have stretched your coping capacity. You want relief, clarity and practical tools that actually work, not just coping strategies. You want to understand why you feel as you do and how to change it. Most of all, you want to feel calmer, stronger and more in control again. If you are ready to take that first step, you are exactly where you need to be.
Are you feeling stuck, anxious or lost? Maybe a major life change has left you unsure how to adapt, or you’re questioning whether a relationship truly feels right.
I help people make sense of why they feel the way they do by exploring the impact of the past, understanding the present, and creating a future that feels more authentic and fulfilling. This isn’t about quick fixes, it’s about building lasting self-worth, confidence, and emotional freedom.
You don’t have to keep feeling this way. Let’s talk about what’s going on and how things can change
Are you feeling stuck, anxious or lost? Maybe a major life change has left you unsure how to adapt, or you’re questioning whether a relationship truly feels right.
I help people make sense of why they feel the way they do by exploring the impact of the past, understanding the present, and creating a future that feels more authentic and fulfilling. This isn’t about quick fixes, it’s about building lasting self-worth, confidence, and emotional freedom.
You don’t have to keep feeling this way. Let’s talk about what’s going on and how things can change
Counselling can provide you with a safe space to explore areas such as
child loss, limiting beliefs, mindset change, anxiety, depression, anger management, low self esteem, confidence, family issues, challenges of parenting - along with many other areas that may be concerning you.
I am an integrative counsellor, clinical supervisor, NLP Practitioner and Coach working with adults and children/young people; I offer counselling or coaching in person/online and outdoor therapy. I offer sessions that can help you process and understand experiences you have had in the past, currently experiencing and look to the future with renewed hope.
Counselling can provide you with a safe space to explore areas such as
child loss, limiting beliefs, mindset change, anxiety, depression, anger management, low self esteem, confidence, family issues, challenges of parenting - along with many other areas that may be concerning you.
I am an integrative counsellor, clinical supervisor, NLP Practitioner and Coach working with adults and children/young people; I offer counselling or coaching in person/online and outdoor therapy. I offer sessions that can help you process and understand experiences you have had in the past, currently experiencing and look to the future with renewed hope.
Are you struggling with a recent or past life event? Do you feel this is affecting aspects of your personal, work, or social life? Are you looking to explore your personal ambitions, goal setting, and achievements? Would you benefit from examining your personal development, commitment, or relationship patterns? Aspirations Counselling can help you to take a step back and look at the direction your life is going; any changes you may want to make; how you can implement those changes and how you can achieve your aspirations.
Are you struggling with a recent or past life event? Do you feel this is affecting aspects of your personal, work, or social life? Are you looking to explore your personal ambitions, goal setting, and achievements? Would you benefit from examining your personal development, commitment, or relationship patterns? Aspirations Counselling can help you to take a step back and look at the direction your life is going; any changes you may want to make; how you can implement those changes and how you can achieve your aspirations.
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.
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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.
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.
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 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.
Online only — grounded in personal experience — compassionate approach.
After years of living with crippling anxiety, therapy helped me reclaim my life. This lived experience sits at the heart of my work. I’m passionate about supporting people to overcome whatever is present for them, helping them understand themselves more fully and move forward with renewed confidence.
I have experience in childhood developmental trauma, narcissistic and toxic relationships, family addiction, anxiety, nervous system regulation, as well as major life transitions such as motherhood, divorce, bereavement, chronic illness, and spiritual awakening.
Online only — grounded in personal experience — compassionate approach.
After years of living with crippling anxiety, therapy helped me reclaim my life. This lived experience sits at the heart of my work. I’m passionate about supporting people to overcome whatever is present for them, helping them understand themselves more fully and move forward with renewed confidence.
I have experience in childhood developmental trauma, narcissistic and toxic relationships, family addiction, anxiety, nervous system regulation, as well as major life transitions such as motherhood, divorce, bereavement, chronic illness, and spiritual awakening.
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.
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.
Hi, my name is Peter. I strongly believe people have the strength and power within themselves to accomplish the things they want and make the personal changes themselves, though they may just need a springboard or someone to hear them out. Thus, my approach is to put the client at the centre of their therapy, tailor my support to the client's needs, putting control back in the client's hands. I'm a qualified, BACP registered, Person-Centred counsellor - with elements of Integrative and Relational approaches.
Hi, my name is Peter. I strongly believe people have the strength and power within themselves to accomplish the things they want and make the personal changes themselves, though they may just need a springboard or someone to hear them out. Thus, my approach is to put the client at the centre of their therapy, tailor my support to the client's needs, putting control back in the client's hands. I'm a qualified, BACP registered, Person-Centred counsellor - with elements of Integrative and Relational approaches.
As a Chartered Counselling Psychologist (CPsychol), I guide driven individuals like you to rediscover their inner strength and create a life of greater meaning and joy. I can help you feel understood and connected to your true self, regain a sense of inner stability and strength, and be sure of your next steps and how to move forward.
As a Chartered Counselling Psychologist (CPsychol), I guide driven individuals like you to rediscover their inner strength and create a life of greater meaning and joy. I can help you feel understood and connected to your true self, regain a sense of inner stability and strength, and be sure of your next steps and how to move forward.
Hello and welcome, I’m Andrew. I know how daunting it can be to seek help and so creating a safe and secure space for us to work within a non-judgemental, confidential environment is my primary goal. I strive to tailor the counselling sessions for you as an individual and hence I view our time together as a collaboration in creating a strong working alliance. I also believe that having completed a Masters in Psychological Sciences enables me to bring a greater depth and understanding to the sessions, within a therapeutic framework. I enjoy bringing psycho-education to sessions for greater understanding.
Hello and welcome, I’m Andrew. I know how daunting it can be to seek help and so creating a safe and secure space for us to work within a non-judgemental, confidential environment is my primary goal. I strive to tailor the counselling sessions for you as an individual and hence I view our time together as a collaboration in creating a strong working alliance. I also believe that having completed a Masters in Psychological Sciences enables me to bring a greater depth and understanding to the sessions, within a therapeutic framework. I enjoy bringing psycho-education to sessions for greater understanding.
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
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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.