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Ben Garner
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Risca NP11
Hi, my name is Ben, I am an accredited counsellor who specialises in working with bereavement, loss and grief. I also work with issues such as anxiety, stress, anger, depression and drug and alcohol dependency. The goal is to help you feel capable of moving forward in life and finding ways to process and address the challenges life is bringing your way.
Hi, my name is Ben, I am an accredited counsellor who specialises in working with bereavement, loss and grief. I also work with issues such as anxiety, stress, anger, depression and drug and alcohol dependency. The goal is to help you feel capable of moving forward in life and finding ways to process and address the challenges life is bringing your way.
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Steve Miles
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Risca NP11
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.
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Karen Mary Woodley
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Risca NP11
I love what the Humanistic Integrative Psychotherapy College (HIPC) says: "Humanistic Integrative Psychotherapy relies upon the importance of the relationship between the therapist and client to enable mind, body, feeling, and soul to come together as a whole." I know how vital the one-to-one relationship is in helping you re-discover or discover who you are for the first time and find your place in the world. My approach is relational, where we work together on the issues you want to look at co-creatively.
I love what the Humanistic Integrative Psychotherapy College (HIPC) says: "Humanistic Integrative Psychotherapy relies upon the importance of the relationship between the therapist and client to enable mind, body, feeling, and soul to come together as a whole." I know how vital the one-to-one relationship is in helping you re-discover or discover who you are for the first time and find your place in the world. My approach is relational, where we work together on the issues you want to look at co-creatively.
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Laura Taylored Therapy - therapy to fit around you
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Risca NP11
Do you feel like you're wearing a mask and only those close to you, see the real 'you'? You find yourself constantly apologising and wondering what people think of you. Do you spend a lot of time preparing what to say in social situations or replaying an event over and over, considering how you came across? You now say "no" to things you want to do. You might also be neurodivergent and struggle to know if the feelings you experience are due to ADHD, autism or something else. All of this makes you feel low. You want things to change but you’re not sure where to begin and now your relationships, work, education are being affected.
Do you feel like you're wearing a mask and only those close to you, see the real 'you'? You find yourself constantly apologising and wondering what people think of you. Do you spend a lot of time preparing what to say in social situations or replaying an event over and over, considering how you came across? You now say "no" to things you want to do. You might also be neurodivergent and struggle to know if the feelings you experience are due to ADHD, autism or something else. All of this makes you feel low. You want things to change but you’re not sure where to begin and now your relationships, work, education are being affected.
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Emma Cole
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Online Only
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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.
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Carly Morgan EMDR Consultant
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Blackwood NP12
I am a registered/accredited BACP Psychotherapist and EMDR Consultant. I offer consultation and treatment privately in Blackwood. I have worked for the NHS for many years, which include both primary and secondary mental health services. This includes being based within GP surgeries and a local psychology department at a community mental health team. Through this, I have extensive experience with many different presentation and difficulties.
I am a registered/accredited BACP Psychotherapist and EMDR Consultant. I offer consultation and treatment privately in Blackwood. I have worked for the NHS for many years, which include both primary and secondary mental health services. This includes being based within GP surgeries and a local psychology department at a community mental health team. Through this, I have extensive experience with many different presentation and difficulties.
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Photo of Jeremy Young, MA, MUKCP, Psychotherapist
Jeremy Young
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF14
At certain life stages we may experience anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, feelings of a loss or meaningless, loss of direction or purpose, or difficulty with building meaningful relationships. I will work with you to identify what these symptoms mean and how they may be pointing you to discover a deeper sense of self. My approach is integrative and allows for self-discovery. My methodology offers focus, allowing you to explore and connect to a truer sense of who you are. I encourage you to develop a sense of curiosity to understand yourself more profoundly. We will work together, to support your needs.
At certain life stages we may experience anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, feelings of a loss or meaningless, loss of direction or purpose, or difficulty with building meaningful relationships. I will work with you to identify what these symptoms mean and how they may be pointing you to discover a deeper sense of self. My approach is integrative and allows for self-discovery. My methodology offers focus, allowing you to explore and connect to a truer sense of who you are. I encourage you to develop a sense of curiosity to understand yourself more profoundly. We will work together, to support your needs.
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Victoria Sheen
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport NP20
Hi, I am Victoria. Many of us need counselling at some point in our lives, whether that be because of a particular event, because we are struggling with life’s pressures or because we may feel as though we have lost our way. I am here so we can work through these things together. Counselling is a personal and important journey and I would like to be able to support you to find your way, to become more self aware and to make those changes you hope to make.
Hi, I am Victoria. Many of us need counselling at some point in our lives, whether that be because of a particular event, because we are struggling with life’s pressures or because we may feel as though we have lost our way. I am here so we can work through these things together. Counselling is a personal and important journey and I would like to be able to support you to find your way, to become more self aware and to make those changes you hope to make.
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Arfa Begum
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF24
Hello, I hope you are all well and I can understand the uncertainty, struggle, stress, and worries this COVID-19 pandemic has brought about. We are all in a similar boat and highly likely experiencing similar emotions. I would like to do my bit and my best to help you get through this difficult time. Hence, I am offering low-cost counseling for those experiencing financial difficulties or receiving universal credit. I can help with building resilience, boosting self -esteem, confidence and strategies that can help instantly switch off worries and overcome or manage anxiety and depression.
Hello, I hope you are all well and I can understand the uncertainty, struggle, stress, and worries this COVID-19 pandemic has brought about. We are all in a similar boat and highly likely experiencing similar emotions. I would like to do my bit and my best to help you get through this difficult time. Hence, I am offering low-cost counseling for those experiencing financial difficulties or receiving universal credit. I can help with building resilience, boosting self -esteem, confidence and strategies that can help instantly switch off worries and overcome or manage anxiety and depression.
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Kenneth Mark Meredith
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Mountain Ash CF45
I am a qualified Mental Health Adult and Child/Adolescent Nurse Therapist with over 22 years’ experience within the NHS. During this time I have gained significant experience treating adults, adolescents and their families with conditions such as depression, anxiety and panic disorders, trauma, OCD, self-harm and chronic stress whilst also providing therapy to those who require crisis intervention.
I am a qualified Mental Health Adult and Child/Adolescent Nurse Therapist with over 22 years’ experience within the NHS. During this time I have gained significant experience treating adults, adolescents and their families with conditions such as depression, anxiety and panic disorders, trauma, OCD, self-harm and chronic stress whilst also providing therapy to those who require crisis intervention.
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Carrie Kochar
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Online Only
Hello :) I am Carrie a psychotherapist qualified in CBT and EMDR , with training in ACT therapy too. I treat most common disorders- depression , anxiety (GAD, social, and health) , OCD, low self esteem , perfectionism , and PTSD.
Hello :) I am Carrie a psychotherapist qualified in CBT and EMDR , with training in ACT therapy too. I treat most common disorders- depression , anxiety (GAD, social, and health) , OCD, low self esteem , perfectionism , and PTSD.
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Travis Kerns
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF11
Even the strongest people can struggle from time to time. Are you feeling like your relationships aren't as good as they could be? Would you like to feel better about yourself? Are there any behaviours or substances that feel like they're getting out of hand for you? I can help.
Even the strongest people can struggle from time to time. Are you feeling like your relationships aren't as good as they could be? Would you like to feel better about yourself? Are there any behaviours or substances that feel like they're getting out of hand for you? I can help.
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Kathy Jane Griffiths
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Blackwood NP12
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.
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Solana Murray
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cardiff CF24
The space that I offer you will be all yours. It will be relaxed and comfortable, which will aid in your ability to feel open. Counselling can be daunting, and beginning- even more so. I aim to make this process as simple as possible, with the main focus being you, and what you want to explore. I will offer my knowledge and experience through ideas, solutions, strategies and techniques. Whatever your goal is, I want to help you achieve it.
The space that I offer you will be all yours. It will be relaxed and comfortable, which will aid in your ability to feel open. Counselling can be daunting, and beginning- even more so. I aim to make this process as simple as possible, with the main focus being you, and what you want to explore. I will offer my knowledge and experience through ideas, solutions, strategies and techniques. Whatever your goal is, I want to help you achieve it.
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James Lilly Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
As a Certified Counsellor and registered member of the BACP, I'm passionate about promoting positive mental health and happiness. Whether working online or face to face, I aim to provide you with a warm,  safe, confidential space where I will walk alongside you to understand what you're going through, what you need and how we can best work together to achieve your goals. Counselling requires a degree of vulnerability so I promise to bring my authentic, non judgmental self to our sessions as I honor the innately human aspect of the relationship and your own unique, individual characteristics, helping you do the same.
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Healthy Thinking CBT
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
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Dr Shelley McCann
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport NP18
Have you been feeling stuck, anxious, or weighed down after a difficult experience? Trauma can have a lasting impact, but with the right support, it’s possible to work through it and move forward. I’m a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience helping people make sense of what they’ve been through and find a way to feel more in control of their lives. I understand that reaching out for help isn’t easy, and therapy can feel like a big step. My aim is to create a space where you feel comfortable, respected, and supported.
Have you been feeling stuck, anxious, or weighed down after a difficult experience? Trauma can have a lasting impact, but with the right support, it’s possible to work through it and move forward. I’m a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience helping people make sense of what they’ve been through and find a way to feel more in control of their lives. I understand that reaching out for help isn’t easy, and therapy can feel like a big step. My aim is to create a space where you feel comfortable, respected, and supported.
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Ciro Ivan Marcello De Pau
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cardiff CF23
Hi there. If you stopped here, that means that probably you are looking for some assistance, so I hope you will find this information useful when choosing the right support for your needs. Let me start asking you a question: What steps are you taking to ensure your emotional and psychological needs are satisfied? If you are struggling with saying no and ending up pleasing everybody but yourself, feel trapped and incapable to get rid of worries and anxiety or just overwhelmed with your current life situation then perhaps you are not meeting some of your needs. I can help you with that.
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Fortitude Mums
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF24
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How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in Risca

< 10

Counsellors in Risca who prioritize treating:

80% Relationship Issues
80% Anxiety
80% Self Esteem
80% Stress
60% Depression
60% ADHD
60% Bereavement

Average years in practice

8 Years

Gender breakdown

60% Female
40% Male

How Counsellors in Risca see their clients

80% In Person and Online
20% Online Only
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling

How can I find a therapist in Risca?

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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?

Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). Most Psychologists in the directory are accredited members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and/or are registered in the Health and Care Professions Council (HPCP).

Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.

What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?

Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in the UK. Psychologists have earned a degree in psychology and many are members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and have completed a postgraduate qualification in a specialism. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are not required to have a psychology degree, but to belong to a professional organisation such as the BACP or UKCP, they are required to have completed a training course as well as clinical and supervision hours.

What type of therapy is right for me?

The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.

How much does therapy cost?

The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the UK could be between £30 - £60 when seeing a counsellor and £60 - £150 and up when seeing a clinical psychologist. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.

What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?

Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.

If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.

Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?

Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.

Is online therapy a good option?

Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.

Are therapy sessions confidential?

Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the BACP, the UKCP, or BPS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there has been participation in a criminal act or act of terror, or if there is potential or known harm to the client or others, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.