Depression Counselling in Swansea
I am a qualified humanistic counsellor, where the goal is to support my client on the path to self-discovery and personal growth. No one person is the same and I believe this should be embraced when it comes to therapy. With a non-judgemental approach to counselling, my goal is to help you better understand yourself and empower you to deal with issues that life may create, to do this I try to be adaptive and find a process that suits you.
I am a qualified humanistic counsellor, where the goal is to support my client on the path to self-discovery and personal growth. No one person is the same and I believe this should be embraced when it comes to therapy. With a non-judgemental approach to counselling, my goal is to help you better understand yourself and empower you to deal with issues that life may create, to do this I try to be adaptive and find a process that suits you.
Are you looking for a therapist who knows and understands ADHD and autism? Diagnosed, or self-diagnosed? Neurodivergence is just one of my specialist areas.
As a therapist working in South West Wales, I specialize in face-to-face therapy, as well as seeing clients online, either for the short-term, or long-term, where sessions are open-ended. Whatever has brought you to counselling, together we will work to empower you to discover yourself and find solutions, as needed.
Are you looking for a therapist who knows and understands ADHD and autism? Diagnosed, or self-diagnosed? Neurodivergence is just one of my specialist areas.
As a therapist working in South West Wales, I specialize in face-to-face therapy, as well as seeing clients online, either for the short-term, or long-term, where sessions are open-ended. Whatever has brought you to counselling, together we will work to empower you to discover yourself and find solutions, as needed.
I treat anxiety and depression, men's mental health concerns, trauma-related difficulties, and relationship or attachment problems.
You may be feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns you don’t fully understand. Perhaps you are struggling with the effects of trauma, recurring relationship difficulties, or the pressure to cope while carrying significant professional or personal responsibility. Outwardly you may function well, yet privately feel dissatisfied or emotionally stretched. You want a clearer understanding of what is happening and practical, effective ways to move forward. My patients are often thoughtful, capable individuals seeking meaningful psychological change, greater emotional freedom, and a more sustainable way of living.
I treat anxiety and depression, men's mental health concerns, trauma-related difficulties, and relationship or attachment problems.
You may be feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns you don’t fully understand. Perhaps you are struggling with the effects of trauma, recurring relationship difficulties, or the pressure to cope while carrying significant professional or personal responsibility. Outwardly you may function well, yet privately feel dissatisfied or emotionally stretched. You want a clearer understanding of what is happening and practical, effective ways to move forward. My patients are often thoughtful, capable individuals seeking meaningful psychological change, greater emotional freedom, and a more sustainable way of living.
I also have extensive experience in treating anxiety, depression, addiction, eating disorders and working with trainee counsellors and couples.
I offer both short-term and long-term therapy and I specialise in working with: anxiety; depression; panic disorder; relationship issues; addiction; eating disorders; bereavement; loss; childhood sexual abuse and complex PTSD. I am a fully trained Emotion Focused therapist and I will work with you to change feelings that are painful and overwhelming.
I also have extensive experience in treating anxiety, depression, addiction, eating disorders and working with trainee counsellors and couples.
I offer both short-term and long-term therapy and I specialise in working with: anxiety; depression; panic disorder; relationship issues; addiction; eating disorders; bereavement; loss; childhood sexual abuse and complex PTSD. I am a fully trained Emotion Focused therapist and I will work with you to change feelings that are painful and overwhelming.
Hey, I’m Hayley. When life feels overwhelming, I’ll be by your side, sharing the journey with compassion and care. As a counsellor and psychotherapist, I offer a warm, trauma-informed approach, supporting you with understanding and empathy. I’ve trained with leading voices in trauma healing, including Gabor Maté and Bessel van der Kolk. I completed Gabor Maté’s year-long Compassionate Inquiry training, and was fortunate to demonstrate a one-to-one session with him and have participated in workshops and live conferences with Bessel van der Kolk and the Trauma Research Foundation.
Hey, I’m Hayley. When life feels overwhelming, I’ll be by your side, sharing the journey with compassion and care. As a counsellor and psychotherapist, I offer a warm, trauma-informed approach, supporting you with understanding and empathy. I’ve trained with leading voices in trauma healing, including Gabor Maté and Bessel van der Kolk. I completed Gabor Maté’s year-long Compassionate Inquiry training, and was fortunate to demonstrate a one-to-one session with him and have participated in workshops and live conferences with Bessel van der Kolk and the Trauma Research Foundation.
My name is Jemila Thomas, I am a trained Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and a full member of the BABCP which is a regulatory body, that ensures that I have the most up to date and relevant training, to be able to support my clients. I ensure that I create a non judgmental, calm and safe environment to explore and manage your difficulties. I Offer both CBT and EMDR.
My name is Jemila Thomas, I am a trained Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and a full member of the BABCP which is a regulatory body, that ensures that I have the most up to date and relevant training, to be able to support my clients. I ensure that I create a non judgmental, calm and safe environment to explore and manage your difficulties. I Offer both CBT and EMDR.
Since early childhood I had been anxious and depressed and received very little help until I reached 40, was bringing up 4 children and became very concerned about the effect my moods could be having on them.
I studied Transactional Analysis which looks at how our present life -patterns originate in childhood, so , if the client wishes, we look at their childhood to see how it may be affecting their current life, for example in the way they relate to others. The aim is to set people free from anything which may be causing unhappiness or causing low self-esteem.
Since early childhood I had been anxious and depressed and received very little help until I reached 40, was bringing up 4 children and became very concerned about the effect my moods could be having on them.
I studied Transactional Analysis which looks at how our present life -patterns originate in childhood, so , if the client wishes, we look at their childhood to see how it may be affecting their current life, for example in the way they relate to others. The aim is to set people free from anything which may be causing unhappiness or causing low self-esteem.
I am a fully qualified and experienced accredited Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist (Level 7), providing a confidential and professional counselling service. My Counselling practice aims to give you the opportunity to explore your problems, distresses or any difficult situations that you are experiencing in a confidential, non-judgmental, safe and supportive environment. As a Counsellor I feel privileged to be part of your journey and work to facilitate you through your difficulties so that they become more manageable.
I am a fully qualified and experienced accredited Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist (Level 7), providing a confidential and professional counselling service. My Counselling practice aims to give you the opportunity to explore your problems, distresses or any difficult situations that you are experiencing in a confidential, non-judgmental, safe and supportive environment. As a Counsellor I feel privileged to be part of your journey and work to facilitate you through your difficulties so that they become more manageable.
I am a Registered Mental Health Nurse with the UK Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), with extensive experience supporting individuals across a wide range of mental health settings, including acute adult mental health, rehabilitation, forensic services, detoxification, and substance misuse, working in inpatient, primary care, and community environments.
I am a Registered Mental Health Nurse with the UK Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), with extensive experience supporting individuals across a wide range of mental health settings, including acute adult mental health, rehabilitation, forensic services, detoxification, and substance misuse, working in inpatient, primary care, and community environments.
I have experience in a wide range of Mental Health Issues which includes (but not limited to) issues such as anxiety, panic, depression, anger, stress, low self-esteem and the lasting impacts of a difficult childhood.
I have also been trained to work with adults who have experienced abuse whether it be sexual, emotional, physical, or domestic. My aim is to empower you and to help you to make sense of what’s happened to you. We can’t change the past but if I can help this sit more comfortably in your head this can go a long way to helping you move forward with your life.
I have experience in a wide range of Mental Health Issues which includes (but not limited to) issues such as anxiety, panic, depression, anger, stress, low self-esteem and the lasting impacts of a difficult childhood.
I have also been trained to work with adults who have experienced abuse whether it be sexual, emotional, physical, or domestic. My aim is to empower you and to help you to make sense of what’s happened to you. We can’t change the past but if I can help this sit more comfortably in your head this can go a long way to helping you move forward with your life.
I'm an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and a UCKCP registered counsellor, with over twenty years’ experience of helping my clients overcome issues such as depression and anxiety.
Hello, my name is David and thank you for taking the time to read my profile. The fact that you’re considering seeing a counsellor means that you’re unhappy with a part of your life, whether it be an unfulfilling relationship, an uncertainty about career or lifestyle choices, or thoughts and behaviours that inhibit your ability to lead the life that you once dared to imagine. The pandemic has also forced people to look again at their life and reappraise what they really want from it.
I'm an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and a UCKCP registered counsellor, with over twenty years’ experience of helping my clients overcome issues such as depression and anxiety.
Hello, my name is David and thank you for taking the time to read my profile. The fact that you’re considering seeing a counsellor means that you’re unhappy with a part of your life, whether it be an unfulfilling relationship, an uncertainty about career or lifestyle choices, or thoughts and behaviours that inhibit your ability to lead the life that you once dared to imagine. The pandemic has also forced people to look again at their life and reappraise what they really want from it.
I work with adults experiencing a range of issues including generalised anxiety, assertiveness issues,panic attacks, depression, PTSD, panic attacks, loss and bereavement.
I draw on a range of approaches which include: Person Centred and cognitive behavioural therapy, transactional analysis, and solution focused therapy. i have completed additional training in narcissistic personality disorder; borderline personality disorder and emotional freedom technique. I have an interest and in working with ADHD/ autism and narcissism.
I work with adults experiencing a range of issues including generalised anxiety, assertiveness issues,panic attacks, depression, PTSD, panic attacks, loss and bereavement.
I draw on a range of approaches which include: Person Centred and cognitive behavioural therapy, transactional analysis, and solution focused therapy. i have completed additional training in narcissistic personality disorder; borderline personality disorder and emotional freedom technique. I have an interest and in working with ADHD/ autism and narcissism.
Having worked for more than 20 years in the voluntary sector and education, supporting people with their mental health and wellbeing, I have experience of working with a range of issues, from anxiety and depression to bereavement and trauma.
By learning to understand what drives us, we are able to change and grow.... and most importantly, learn what to do when we get ‘stuck'. I recognise that the first steps in counselling are often not easy, so will make sure we go at a pace that suits you; therapy can be short or long term, we can decide this as we go along. I am a qualified psychotherapist, couple's therapist and fully trained clinical supervisor, offering a private space in my garden studio, where together we can explore whatever brings you to therapy. I trained in Emotion Focussed Therapy which works on the premise that our emotions guide everything we do.
Having worked for more than 20 years in the voluntary sector and education, supporting people with their mental health and wellbeing, I have experience of working with a range of issues, from anxiety and depression to bereavement and trauma.
By learning to understand what drives us, we are able to change and grow.... and most importantly, learn what to do when we get ‘stuck'. I recognise that the first steps in counselling are often not easy, so will make sure we go at a pace that suits you; therapy can be short or long term, we can decide this as we go along. I am a qualified psychotherapist, couple's therapist and fully trained clinical supervisor, offering a private space in my garden studio, where together we can explore whatever brings you to therapy. I trained in Emotion Focussed Therapy which works on the premise that our emotions guide everything we do.
Hi I'm Tam. Firstly, I would like to say well done on finding the courage, and starting the process in searching and asking for help, this can at times be the most difficult part. The foundations of my work are built on the Person-Centred Approach and I aim to work and walk alongside you as we explore your problems, distresses or difficult situations you are experiencing. We will work together, to gain a better understanding of the difficulties that can present themselves regarding trauma and loss, self-identity, low self-esteem, anxiety, and making sense of the purpose of life ahead.
Hi I'm Tam. Firstly, I would like to say well done on finding the courage, and starting the process in searching and asking for help, this can at times be the most difficult part. The foundations of my work are built on the Person-Centred Approach and I aim to work and walk alongside you as we explore your problems, distresses or difficult situations you are experiencing. We will work together, to gain a better understanding of the difficulties that can present themselves regarding trauma and loss, self-identity, low self-esteem, anxiety, and making sense of the purpose of life ahead.
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.
I can imagine deciding whether you want to have therapy or need therapy is a big question. Perhaps you have suffered a loss, a trauma or are going through a transition of some kind and you want the space and time to work through it. Perhaps this emotional distress whether it be anxiety, low mood, is impacting on your relationships, work and your home life. It could be that you’ve tried many things and for some reason those old ways of coping that have done you well in the past just aren’t working anymore and you feel like you’re struggling. I provide evidence based psychological treatment that might help.
I can imagine deciding whether you want to have therapy or need therapy is a big question. Perhaps you have suffered a loss, a trauma or are going through a transition of some kind and you want the space and time to work through it. Perhaps this emotional distress whether it be anxiety, low mood, is impacting on your relationships, work and your home life. It could be that you’ve tried many things and for some reason those old ways of coping that have done you well in the past just aren’t working anymore and you feel like you’re struggling. I provide evidence based psychological treatment that might help.
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.
We are a BACP Accredited Counselling Service with 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.
We are a BACP Accredited Counselling Service with 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.
Life can feel like it comes to a halt when experiencing trauma or anxiety - you don't have to face this alone. For over 10 years, I've supported people to work through and process some of life's toughest moments. As a Senior Clinical Psychologist, I have helped people gain an understanding of their experiences, as well as the knowledge, strength and skills to manage their difficulties and live a full life.
I offer a safe, compassionate space where you can explore what's happening for you, whether that's anxiety, OCD, recovering from trauma, medical trauma, health problems and more.
Life can feel like it comes to a halt when experiencing trauma or anxiety - you don't have to face this alone. For over 10 years, I've supported people to work through and process some of life's toughest moments. As a Senior Clinical Psychologist, I have helped people gain an understanding of their experiences, as well as the knowledge, strength and skills to manage their difficulties and live a full life.
I offer a safe, compassionate space where you can explore what's happening for you, whether that's anxiety, OCD, recovering from trauma, medical trauma, health problems and more.
I work with people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and traumatic stress.
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Talking openly to a professional listener, and a complete stranger, can offer mental health relief, improve clarity, and develop self acceptance.
We spend a lot of time in our own interior worlds, often suppressing difficult thoughts or feeling like we're going round in circles. Speaking aloud can help to break the cycle.
I work with people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and traumatic stress.
Seeking a mental health reset? Please keep reading.
Talking openly to a professional listener, and a complete stranger, can offer mental health relief, improve clarity, and develop self acceptance.
We spend a lot of time in our own interior worlds, often suppressing difficult thoughts or feeling like we're going round in circles. Speaking aloud can help to break the cycle.
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What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.