Dissociative Disorders (DID) Counselling in Swansea
I'm passionate about counselling because it has been both life-saving and life-changing for me. 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. In counselling I began to experience hope, and was gradually shown how to observe my thought patterns, to look at how my childhood had affected me, and how to recover and change. I'm a different person now, as my husband and friends would tell you. Now I love to help others recover from depression and anxiety in particular.
I'm passionate about counselling because it has been both life-saving and life-changing for me. 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. In counselling I began to experience hope, and was gradually shown how to observe my thought patterns, to look at how my childhood had affected me, and how to recover and change. I'm a different person now, as my husband and friends would tell you. Now I love to help others recover from depression and anxiety in particular.
I'm Julie Shipton MA, BSc (Hons) Psych, GMBPsS, PCBT (Foundation), CTP (Certified Trauma Professional), MNCPS (Acc.), MBACP and I'm a Trauma Psychotherapist and Humanistic Counsellor. My practice is built on a foundation of empathy and professionalism. I offer a range of therapeutic services to individuals of all ages. Whether you're an adult seeking a warm and supportive environment for self-discovery, a parent looking for help for your child, or a young person seeking emotional balance and resilience, I'm here to assist you. I provide both short-term and long-term therapy, tailored to your specific needs.
I'm Julie Shipton MA, BSc (Hons) Psych, GMBPsS, PCBT (Foundation), CTP (Certified Trauma Professional), MNCPS (Acc.), MBACP and I'm a Trauma Psychotherapist and Humanistic Counsellor. My practice is built on a foundation of empathy and professionalism. I offer a range of therapeutic services to individuals of all ages. Whether you're an adult seeking a warm and supportive environment for self-discovery, a parent looking for help for your child, or a young person seeking emotional balance and resilience, I'm here to assist you. I provide both short-term and long-term therapy, tailored to your specific needs.
You might feel anxious, stuck, or weighed down by life’s challenges, trying to keep it together for others while feeling lost or exhausted inside. Perhaps you’re facing change, loss, or relationship difficulties and just want space to make sense of things. My clients often come to therapy wanting to feel calmer, more confident, and more like themselves again, seeking a safe, understanding space where they can finally talk freely and start to heal.
You might feel anxious, stuck, or weighed down by life’s challenges, trying to keep it together for others while feeling lost or exhausted inside. Perhaps you’re facing change, loss, or relationship difficulties and just want space to make sense of things. My clients often come to therapy wanting to feel calmer, more confident, and more like themselves again, seeking a safe, understanding space where they can finally talk freely and start to heal.
Hello. I offer a safe and compassionate transitional relationship, supporting you to find more self-compassion and develop healthy relationships. The relationship that we create together can help you to understand how unhelpful (although originally useful) patterns of relating to ourselves and others endure in the present. This unique relationship can offer a world of possibilities for different ways of being in the world. Informed by up-to date neuroscience, I offer a safe relationship to empower you to manage enduring symptoms of past trauma.
Hello. I offer a safe and compassionate transitional relationship, supporting you to find more self-compassion and develop healthy relationships. The relationship that we create together can help you to understand how unhelpful (although originally useful) patterns of relating to ourselves and others endure in the present. This unique relationship can offer a world of possibilities for different ways of being in the world. Informed by up-to date neuroscience, I offer a safe relationship to empower you to manage enduring symptoms of past trauma.
Are you seeking a space where you can feel heard and supported? I’m Rachel, an accredited trauma-informed and relational counsellor and MA trained psychotherapist. I specialise in supporting adults who are healing from trauma, struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, seeking more fulfilling relationships or wishing to find healthier coping strategies. I believe change happens in an accepting, collaborative, and empowering relationship grounded in trust, safety, and choice. My approach is flexible, valuing your unique lived-experiences and personal preferences. Together, we’ll explore what matters to you most, working at your own pace.
Are you seeking a space where you can feel heard and supported? I’m Rachel, an accredited trauma-informed and relational counsellor and MA trained psychotherapist. I specialise in supporting adults who are healing from trauma, struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, seeking more fulfilling relationships or wishing to find healthier coping strategies. I believe change happens in an accepting, collaborative, and empowering relationship grounded in trust, safety, and choice. My approach is flexible, valuing your unique lived-experiences and personal preferences. Together, we’ll explore what matters to you most, working at your own pace.
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I'm a BACP accredited counsellor based in Gorseinon offering in- person, online and telephone sessions.
You've made the first step already, so I invite you to arrange a no obligation and free telephone or zoom consultation to get the ball rolling.
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.
Appointments available.
I'm a BACP accredited counsellor based in Gorseinon offering in- person, online and telephone sessions.
You've made the first step already, so I invite you to arrange a no obligation and free telephone or zoom consultation to get the ball rolling.
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.
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.
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.
It can be a very stressful time for clients reaching out and making the first appointment, I completely understand this, but I would like to reassure and make you feel relaxed and listened to in a safe space, I myself was once the client and have had a difficult and challenging past and this was one of the reasons I went into counselling. I offer hourly sessions from £50. My approach is to offer you Person-Centered therapy, which means a warm, non-judgemental and empathic understanding of your difficulties and concerns. Through collaboration, we will explore your difficulties /concerns to hopefully find solutions for you.
It can be a very stressful time for clients reaching out and making the first appointment, I completely understand this, but I would like to reassure and make you feel relaxed and listened to in a safe space, I myself was once the client and have had a difficult and challenging past and this was one of the reasons I went into counselling. I offer hourly sessions from £50. My approach is to offer you Person-Centered therapy, which means a warm, non-judgemental and empathic understanding of your difficulties and concerns. Through collaboration, we will explore your difficulties /concerns to hopefully find solutions for you.
I try to create a safe, comfortable environment to help people with mental health issues.. I have experience of helping people with, trauma effects, borderline personality disorder, dissociation, depression, anxiety and relationship difficulties.
I try to create a safe, comfortable environment to help people with mental health issues.. I have experience of helping people with, trauma effects, borderline personality disorder, dissociation, depression, anxiety and relationship difficulties.
Hi my name is Lindsey, I am an accredited Psychotherapist/ Counsellor with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy. I have been in practice since 2012. I work with adults experiencing a range of issues including generalised anxiety, assertiveness issues,panic attacks, depression, PTSD, panic attacks, loss and bereavement. I offer a FREE 10 minute phone consultation. If you decide to have counselling with me, we will establish what you wish to achieve from therapy and we will work together in sessions to set a direction in moving forward towards your goal.
Hi my name is Lindsey, I am an accredited Psychotherapist/ Counsellor with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy. I have been in practice since 2012. I work with adults experiencing a range of issues including generalised anxiety, assertiveness issues,panic attacks, depression, PTSD, panic attacks, loss and bereavement. I offer a FREE 10 minute phone consultation. If you decide to have counselling with me, we will establish what you wish to achieve from therapy and we will work together in sessions to set a direction in moving forward towards your goal.
Whatever the reason you are looking for therapy, I will be by your side to help. It could be your first time, or maybe you have previous experience and are seeking help again, I appreciate talking to a stranger about personal issues can be scary and daunting thing. I work with a wide variety of issues including work stress, grief, anxiety, anger issues, trauma, gender, sexuality, sex, loneliness or domestic abuse, OCD. I hold a non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings freely and openly, finding coping strategies for positive changes in your life.
Whatever the reason you are looking for therapy, I will be by your side to help. It could be your first time, or maybe you have previous experience and are seeking help again, I appreciate talking to a stranger about personal issues can be scary and daunting thing. I work with a wide variety of issues including work stress, grief, anxiety, anger issues, trauma, gender, sexuality, sex, loneliness or domestic abuse, OCD. I hold a non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings freely and openly, finding coping strategies for positive changes in your life.
The reasons that people may seek therapy are very individual and personal - it may be due to emotional problems, anxiety, depression, substance use, early life experiences, trauma, or because of a feeling that life has somehow lost its balance. Yet many issues and problems are embedded within our wider social and cultural context. Adverse childhood experiences and other difficult or traumatic experiences later in life can have a profound effect on how we view ourselves, our relationship with others and the wider world, usually leading to a mixture of vulnerability as well as resilience. Therapies such as EMDR or CBT can help.
The reasons that people may seek therapy are very individual and personal - it may be due to emotional problems, anxiety, depression, substance use, early life experiences, trauma, or because of a feeling that life has somehow lost its balance. Yet many issues and problems are embedded within our wider social and cultural context. Adverse childhood experiences and other difficult or traumatic experiences later in life can have a profound effect on how we view ourselves, our relationship with others and the wider world, usually leading to a mixture of vulnerability as well as resilience. Therapies such as EMDR or CBT can 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.
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 believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important ingredient for successful therapy. Together we can explore your situation from various perspectives allowing us to make sense of it and develop some solutions. I have 30 years experience of working in the NHS working with a diverse range of problems, most of this has been within Adult mental health, substance misuse and family therapy teams. I have a particular interest in trauma, from complex childhood and relational trauma to one off incidents or accidents or life change and transitional traumas.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important ingredient for successful therapy. Together we can explore your situation from various perspectives allowing us to make sense of it and develop some solutions. I have 30 years experience of working in the NHS working with a diverse range of problems, most of this has been within Adult mental health, substance misuse and family therapy teams. I have a particular interest in trauma, from complex childhood and relational trauma to one off incidents or accidents or life change and transitional traumas.
The Counselling that I offer will be built around your needs, desires and areas of interest. I am looking to build a safe and trusting relationship where you can bring your whole self including the parts of you that possibly you hide away from others.
The Counselling that I offer will be built around your needs, desires and areas of interest. I am looking to build a safe and trusting relationship where you can bring your whole self including the parts of you that possibly you hide away from others.
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With twenty-three years of experience and ongoing study for both personal and professional development, I offer a safe and effective therapeutic space for you to explore and heal from a wide range of life issues. Together, we discuss your goals for therapy and draw on a variety of therapeutic tools, including simple psychoeducation, so you can better understand the process. I believe this understanding helps foster clarity and deeper self-awareness. My aim for every client is long-term, sustainable change in the most effective way possible, and I hold that intention in mind with each person I have the privilege to work with.
With twenty-three years of experience and ongoing study for both personal and professional development, I offer a safe and effective therapeutic space for you to explore and heal from a wide range of life issues. Together, we discuss your goals for therapy and draw on a variety of therapeutic tools, including simple psychoeducation, so you can better understand the process. I believe this understanding helps foster clarity and deeper self-awareness. My aim for every client is long-term, sustainable change in the most effective way possible, and I hold that intention in mind with each person I have the privilege to work with.
Hello :) My name is Cara. I am a huge believer that therapy should go beyond healing and towards empowerment! I work with people to reclaim themselves whilst experiencing distress, trauma or identity concerns. This might be people who:
• feel stuck in past relationships or experiences
• lost part of themselves through trauma
• going through major life transitions
• in emotional distress, such as depression or anxiety
• questioning purpose, meaning and spiritual values
If this resonates with you, we can work together to untangle difficult feelings, build inner safety and create meaningful self-discovery
Hello :) My name is Cara. I am a huge believer that therapy should go beyond healing and towards empowerment! I work with people to reclaim themselves whilst experiencing distress, trauma or identity concerns. This might be people who:
• feel stuck in past relationships or experiences
• lost part of themselves through trauma
• going through major life transitions
• in emotional distress, such as depression or anxiety
• questioning purpose, meaning and spiritual values
If this resonates with you, we can work together to untangle difficult feelings, build inner safety and create meaningful self-discovery
Asking for help is the first step to counselling and often the hardest. It can be very daunting however, very rewarding. You will always be greeted with a warm welcome. I am working face to face and I offer both telephone and internet sessions as an alternative for people who live outside my local area or who would prefer to do it from home. I use skype and zoom for the video sessions. I am a qualified and experienced Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I provide a confidential and professional one to one counselling service for adults, young people and children over the age of 11 years.
Asking for help is the first step to counselling and often the hardest. It can be very daunting however, very rewarding. You will always be greeted with a warm welcome. I am working face to face and I offer both telephone and internet sessions as an alternative for people who live outside my local area or who would prefer to do it from home. I use skype and zoom for the video sessions. I am a qualified and experienced Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I provide a confidential and professional one to one counselling service for adults, young people and children over the age of 11 years.
The Aberavon therapy service specialises in trauma, eating disorders/issues and phobia treatment for children, adolescents, and adults. We provide a safe, supportive, and compassionate space to process difficult experiences and build resilience. Using evidence-based approaches such as EMDR, CBT, and DBT, we tailor therapy to individual needs and developmental stages. Our focus is on helping clients understand their experiences, reduce distress, and move forward with greater confidence, wellbeing, and hope for the future.
The Aberavon therapy service specialises in trauma, eating disorders/issues and phobia treatment for children, adolescents, and adults. We provide a safe, supportive, and compassionate space to process difficult experiences and build resilience. Using evidence-based approaches such as EMDR, CBT, and DBT, we tailor therapy to individual needs and developmental stages. Our focus is on helping clients understand their experiences, reduce distress, and move forward with greater confidence, wellbeing, and hope for the future.
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How does therapy for dissociative disorders work?
Dissociation may be triggered by stress or other upsetting circumstances, and therapy can address the traumatic events at the core of an individual’s dissociation. Understanding why a person may dissociate can help the therapist and the individual come up with alternative methods of coping. A person with a dissociative disorder may get stuck on negative thinking, for example, and treatment like Cognitive behavioural therapy is a gold standard for breaking such thinking. And dialectical behaviour therapy, for example, can help a person manage their anguish through better emotion regulation.
Which therapies are best for dissociative disorders?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioural, dialectical behaviour, psychodynamic, schema therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioural and dialectical behaviour therapies are two widely used therapies that can help individuals with painful memories and past traumas. These therapies work to integrate an individual's different identities into one person.
Are there specific medications for dissociation?
There are no specific medications prescribed for dissociative disorders. However, psychosis, depression, anxiety, and/or panic often co-occur in dissociative disorders. A psychiatrist may prescribe medications for any accompanying symptom which may include antipsychotics, antidepressants, or anti-anxiety drugs.
How often and how long are therapy sessions?
Like any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Patients may see improvement within 15 to 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, perhaps, a six-month period. There are still other patients, especially those who have co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, who may need to continue sessions for up to 12 to 18 months.