Parenting Counselling in Pontypool
You may be navigating a significant change — the end of a relationship, bereavement, workplace pressures, or adjusting to a life-changing diagnosis.
Perhaps anxiety or low mood is leaving you feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or disconnected from yourself.
You want to feel understood, steadier, and more able to cope.
You may be looking for a safe space to make sense of what’s happening and to regain confidence and resilience.
You may be navigating a significant change — the end of a relationship, bereavement, workplace pressures, or adjusting to a life-changing diagnosis.
Perhaps anxiety or low mood is leaving you feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or disconnected from yourself.
You want to feel understood, steadier, and more able to cope.
You may be looking for a safe space to make sense of what’s happening and to regain confidence and resilience.
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I am a BACP registered Psychotherapist. 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 judgmental 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, and domestic violence, and working with complex mental health issues. Im also a neurodiversity specialist supporting both adults and children.
Offering equine therapy. maylandequinetherapy.
I am a BACP registered Psychotherapist. 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 judgmental 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, and domestic violence, and working with complex mental health issues. Im also a neurodiversity specialist supporting both adults and children.
I began training to become a counsellor after I had personal experience of therapy and how it can help. Whether you are going through a traumatic time or life changing event or finding everyday life overwhelming, counselling can help. I believe that we all have the right to thrive and that spending time understanding your feelings can give you the power to change and make tomorrow better. I can offer you a calm and safe space away from the noise of life where you are free to be who you really are, explore the struggles you are going through and find a new way forward.
I began training to become a counsellor after I had personal experience of therapy and how it can help. Whether you are going through a traumatic time or life changing event or finding everyday life overwhelming, counselling can help. I believe that we all have the right to thrive and that spending time understanding your feelings can give you the power to change and make tomorrow better. I can offer you a calm and safe space away from the noise of life where you are free to be who you really are, explore the struggles you are going through and find a new way forward.
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 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.
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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.
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.
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 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 founded The Listening Space because of my vision and belief that everyone deserves a calm and supportive environment where they can talk freely and feel genuinely heard. For many people, life can at times feel overwhelming, uncertain, or stuck, and The Listening Space offers a safe place to pause, reflect, and explore what’s happening.
I founded The Listening Space because of my vision and belief that everyone deserves a calm and supportive environment where they can talk freely and feel genuinely heard. For many people, life can at times feel overwhelming, uncertain, or stuck, and The Listening Space offers a safe place to pause, reflect, and explore what’s happening.
Some of the reasons families have worked with me include: support to understand and manage feelings of anxiety, depression or frustration; difficulties with emotion-regulation; and difficulties within family relationships, including parent-infant and parent-child relationships.
Many of us will have experiences of feeling stuck, lost or unsure of where to go next. I can work alongside you and your family to offer support when you’re finding it hard to identify a way forward. I do this through providing a safe, warm and non-judgemental therapeutic space and collaboratively identifying which psychological approach may be most helpful.
Some of the reasons families have worked with me include: support to understand and manage feelings of anxiety, depression or frustration; difficulties with emotion-regulation; and difficulties within family relationships, including parent-infant and parent-child relationships.
Many of us will have experiences of feeling stuck, lost or unsure of where to go next. I can work alongside you and your family to offer support when you’re finding it hard to identify a way forward. I do this through providing a safe, warm and non-judgemental therapeutic space and collaboratively identifying which psychological approach may be most helpful.
I am an accredited Psychotherapist with over 25 years’ experience supporting adults and children from the age of 10. I work with a range of difficulties - anxiety, trauma, low mood, bereavement, stress and life transitions, and I also have training in EMDR.
Alongside the above, I run HT Counselling Services (HTC), offering two clear pathways to support your needs. HTC provides open-ended therapy with experienced qualified practitioners, and the Affordable Counselling Service offers lower-cost options. We work online nationwide online, with in-person sessions available in Worcestershire.
I am an accredited Psychotherapist with over 25 years’ experience supporting adults and children from the age of 10. I work with a range of difficulties - anxiety, trauma, low mood, bereavement, stress and life transitions, and I also have training in EMDR.
Alongside the above, I run HT Counselling Services (HTC), offering two clear pathways to support your needs. HTC provides open-ended therapy with experienced qualified practitioners, and the Affordable Counselling Service offers lower-cost options. We work online nationwide online, with in-person sessions available in Worcestershire.
Hello and welcome to my Psychology Today profile. I provide a safe environment for individuals, couples, groups and organisations to instigate desired change. My therapeutic style is relational and goal focused. Following 20 years of experience within NHS, private practice and organisations I utilise human development and potential along with CBT, Hypnotherapy and creative methodologies. Ultimately, uncovering potential, exploring thoughts, feelings and behaviours and helping you to exchange the maladaptive to healthy thoughts and behaviours; building foundations of peace and self worth within yourself and your relationships.
Hello and welcome to my Psychology Today profile. I provide a safe environment for individuals, couples, groups and organisations to instigate desired change. My therapeutic style is relational and goal focused. Following 20 years of experience within NHS, private practice and organisations I utilise human development and potential along with CBT, Hypnotherapy and creative methodologies. Ultimately, uncovering potential, exploring thoughts, feelings and behaviours and helping you to exchange the maladaptive to healthy thoughts and behaviours; building foundations of peace and self worth within yourself and your relationships.
I am a highly experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Child & Family Psychotherapist with over twenty years experience working with Children, Adolescence (CAMHS), Families and Adult mental well being in both the NHS and private practice. My clinical services are based in Hastings and provide on-line in Brighton. I provide psychological clinical services to help with psychological distress such as anxiety, low mood, poor self-esteem, and relationship problems. I offer a friendly, flexible and holistic approach, providing a range of therapeutic interventions tailored to the individual's or families' needs.
I am a highly experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Child & Family Psychotherapist with over twenty years experience working with Children, Adolescence (CAMHS), Families and Adult mental well being in both the NHS and private practice. My clinical services are based in Hastings and provide on-line in Brighton. I provide psychological clinical services to help with psychological distress such as anxiety, low mood, poor self-esteem, and relationship problems. I offer a friendly, flexible and holistic approach, providing a range of therapeutic interventions tailored to the individual's or families' needs.
Have you reached a point where you're questioning your direction in life? I believe it is important to pay attention to these feelings, needs and desires and that change is possible. I provide an empathic and understanding counselling space to collaboratively explore the issues that have brought you to therapy. I believe that if you feel safe, accepted and heard it can help you unpick the difficulties you may be facing in your relationships, work or how you see yourself. My role as a therapist is to really see and accept you where you are now. In time, I hope you will discover a sense of clarity, and realise your own strengths.
Have you reached a point where you're questioning your direction in life? I believe it is important to pay attention to these feelings, needs and desires and that change is possible. I provide an empathic and understanding counselling space to collaboratively explore the issues that have brought you to therapy. I believe that if you feel safe, accepted and heard it can help you unpick the difficulties you may be facing in your relationships, work or how you see yourself. My role as a therapist is to really see and accept you where you are now. In time, I hope you will discover a sense of clarity, and realise your own strengths.
I work with both individuals and couples, providing safe and confidential space for meaningful therapeutic dialogue. Grounded in Systemic Practice and deeply informed by Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Intimacy from the Inside Out (IFIO) for couples, my practice is established in helping people transform difficult experiences—such as trauma, phobias, and anxiety—into growth and healing with wider opportunities.
I have been practicing professionally since 2010 and have completed all levels of IFS training. Over the years, I have witnessed profound transformations as clients reconnect to their inner resources and deeper nature.
I work with both individuals and couples, providing safe and confidential space for meaningful therapeutic dialogue. Grounded in Systemic Practice and deeply informed by Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Intimacy from the Inside Out (IFIO) for couples, my practice is established in helping people transform difficult experiences—such as trauma, phobias, and anxiety—into growth and healing with wider opportunities.
I have been practicing professionally since 2010 and have completed all levels of IFS training. Over the years, I have witnessed profound transformations as clients reconnect to their inner resources and deeper nature.
I offer one-to-one Gestalt therapy to adults, in Cardiff and online. Together, we'll create a safe, confidential and encouraging space, where you can explore your experience, develop awareness, and acknowledge your freedom and responsibility for your choices.
I’m a trainee psychotherapist at the Welsh Psychotherapy Institute (WPI). I follow WPI & UKCP’s Code of Ethics.
My fees are £35 per 50 minute session.
I offer one-to-one Gestalt therapy to adults, in Cardiff and online. Together, we'll create a safe, confidential and encouraging space, where you can explore your experience, develop awareness, and acknowledge your freedom and responsibility for your choices.
I’m a trainee psychotherapist at the Welsh Psychotherapy Institute (WPI). I follow WPI & UKCP’s Code of Ethics.
My fees are £35 per 50 minute session.
If you need support with your daily life I can help. I work with all types of conditions. I specialise (not exclusively) in working with people who need support with PTSD, depression, anxiety, stress and relationship issues (look at my profile for an extensive list). Together we will work through everything. I have three main therapy tools to help. I am experienced in Psychology, Psychotherapy, Psychopathology and Hypnotherapy so you're in safe hands. Let me help you be the person you want to be and live the best life possible. Together we will improve your Quality of Life. Call me today and receive 24/7 support.
If you need support with your daily life I can help. I work with all types of conditions. I specialise (not exclusively) in working with people who need support with PTSD, depression, anxiety, stress and relationship issues (look at my profile for an extensive list). Together we will work through everything. I have three main therapy tools to help. I am experienced in Psychology, Psychotherapy, Psychopathology and Hypnotherapy so you're in safe hands. Let me help you be the person you want to be and live the best life possible. Together we will improve your Quality of Life. Call me today and receive 24/7 support.
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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.