Marriage Counselling in Swansea

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Dr Andrew Thomas - Anxiety, Trauma and Depression
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP
Online Only
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.
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.
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Katie Ruddy
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Swansea SA1
I’m a relational Psychotherapist, Play Therapist (BAPT Registered), Supervisor, and Counselling Lecturer. I offer creative, embodied support for adults, children, families, and therapists. My approach is present-focused, compassionate, and non-judgemental. I have particular experience with trauma and attachment and work with clients to explore relational dynamics, build awareness, and reconnect with parts of themselves that may feel lost or hidden. You can expect a respectful, accepting space where insight, connection, and growth can unfold at your pace.
I’m a relational Psychotherapist, Play Therapist (BAPT Registered), Supervisor, and Counselling Lecturer. I offer creative, embodied support for adults, children, families, and therapists. My approach is present-focused, compassionate, and non-judgemental. I have particular experience with trauma and attachment and work with clients to explore relational dynamics, build awareness, and reconnect with parts of themselves that may feel lost or hidden. You can expect a respectful, accepting space where insight, connection, and growth can unfold at your pace.
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Rebecca Wilson
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Online Only
You may be coming to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or affected by experiences that continue to shape how you feel about yourself and your relationships. Many people I work with are navigating anxiety, low mood, trauma-related difficulties, or ongoing stress linked to work, relationships, health, or life transitions. Often, they are seeking greater understanding of themselves, relief from emotional distress, and a way forward that feels more manageable and meaningful.
You may be coming to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or affected by experiences that continue to shape how you feel about yourself and your relationships. Many people I work with are navigating anxiety, low mood, trauma-related difficulties, or ongoing stress linked to work, relationships, health, or life transitions. Often, they are seeking greater understanding of themselves, relief from emotional distress, and a way forward that feels more manageable and meaningful.
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Masoumeh Minou
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBACP
Swansea SA2
I’m Dr Mas Minou Behavioural Psychologist, Clinical Supervisor, Psychotherapist, Couples Therapist/Coach, Leadership and Executive Senior Practitioner Coach.
I offer bespoke Coaching packages: Executive, Mindset Resilience, Relationship, Performance, Career at a Senior practitioner level. My practice will help equip you for stronger relationships, successful marriage, healthy separation, new parenting, difficult children, career change, weight management, sports performance, retirement, loss, Veterans' PTSD etc.
I’m Dr Mas Minou Behavioural Psychologist, Clinical Supervisor, Psychotherapist, Couples Therapist/Coach, Leadership and Executive Senior Practitioner Coach.
I offer bespoke Coaching packages: Executive, Mindset Resilience, Relationship, Performance, Career at a Senior practitioner level. My practice will help equip you for stronger relationships, successful marriage, healthy separation, new parenting, difficult children, career change, weight management, sports performance, retirement, loss, Veterans' PTSD etc.
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Julie Jeffs
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Online Only
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Systemic and Family Therapy, EMDR (adults and children), Mindfulness based Psychotherapy and Mindfulness based CBT.
I’m friendly and easy to talk to. If we decide to work together, you’ll have all my training and experience available to support you. I will create a unique approach just for you. I offer sessions in a comfortable, modern private practice where you can relax, take a break from the pressures of your life, and focus on the important outcomes you want to achieve. I’ve worked as a therapist in private practice for over twenty years and based on this experience and my extensive professional training, I can offer you the opportunity to meet the challenges you are facing with confidence and in safety. I specialise in Eating disorders
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Systemic and Family Therapy, EMDR (adults and children), Mindfulness based Psychotherapy and Mindfulness based CBT.
I’m friendly and easy to talk to. If we decide to work together, you’ll have all my training and experience available to support you. I will create a unique approach just for you. I offer sessions in a comfortable, modern private practice where you can relax, take a break from the pressures of your life, and focus on the important outcomes you want to achieve. I’ve worked as a therapist in private practice for over twenty years and based on this experience and my extensive professional training, I can offer you the opportunity to meet the challenges you are facing with confidence and in safety. I specialise in Eating disorders
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Enlightened-therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Swansea SA3
I offer counselling to individuals and couples of all genders.
I can support you during times of emotional distress due to challenges you are facing in your life. You may be feeling unhappy with life and would like to make changes in how you feel, think, behave and communicate. We can work together to look at what brings you to counselling and what your goals of therapy are. We work at a pace that suits you.
I offer counselling to individuals and couples of all genders.
I can support you during times of emotional distress due to challenges you are facing in your life. You may be feeling unhappy with life and would like to make changes in how you feel, think, behave and communicate. We can work together to look at what brings you to counselling and what your goals of therapy are. We work at a pace that suits you.
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I work with clients struggling with a narcissistic parent/ partner to address putting safe boundaries in place.
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, endromentis, polycastic ovary syndrome,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.
I work with clients struggling with a narcissistic parent/ partner to address putting safe boundaries in place.
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, endromentis, polycastic ovary syndrome,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.
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Sofia Ferreira
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Swansea SA2
Waitlist for new clients
Throughout our life-time there will always come a time when we all struggle with issues. I believe that we always do the best we can when those issues arise, even though sometimes we haven’t yet developed the skills to deal with them in an effective and healthy way. I think that this is where counselling can help - I see my role as a provider of a safe non-judgemental place where learning, growth and change can happen. And everyone can do it, whether you are neurotypical or neurodivergent.
Throughout our life-time there will always come a time when we all struggle with issues. I believe that we always do the best we can when those issues arise, even though sometimes we haven’t yet developed the skills to deal with them in an effective and healthy way. I think that this is where counselling can help - I see my role as a provider of a safe non-judgemental place where learning, growth and change can happen. And everyone can do it, whether you are neurotypical or neurodivergent.
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Rosie Bufton
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Swansea SA2
For couples and families I offer solution focused sessions to improve communications and ways of being together.
As a Dramatherapist I offer a safe creative space to explore what might be difficult to say in words, as an Environmental Art Therapist I offer a creative way of working outside in natural spaces, utilising the beautiful and wild spaces in Swansea.
For couples and families I offer solution focused sessions to improve communications and ways of being together.
As a Dramatherapist I offer a safe creative space to explore what might be difficult to say in words, as an Environmental Art Therapist I offer a creative way of working outside in natural spaces, utilising the beautiful and wild spaces in Swansea.
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ikimasho Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Swansea SA2
Are you ready for a change? Do you feel stuck in the same unhelpful patterns? Whatever you may be suffering from difficult experiences that have taken your life off track, I believe it's never too late or impossible to feel better and create the life you want. Searching for a therapist can make you feel even more vulnerable. You have already taken the first courageous step. I encourage you to get in touch. Together we will determine if we’re a good match to take on this process of change. Together we can figure out the right path forward for you.
Are you ready for a change? Do you feel stuck in the same unhelpful patterns? Whatever you may be suffering from difficult experiences that have taken your life off track, I believe it's never too late or impossible to feel better and create the life you want. Searching for a therapist can make you feel even more vulnerable. You have already taken the first courageous step. I encourage you to get in touch. Together we will determine if we’re a good match to take on this process of change. Together we can figure out the right path forward for you.
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Amanda Louise Wyatt
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Online Only
I specialise in working with adults who are living with the impacts of trauma and abuse. I offer online/ telephone sessions during the daytime including weekends, at short notice (where possible). I have experience in a wide range of Mental Health Issues. This includes (but is not limited to) issues such as anxiety, panic, depression, anger, stress, low self-esteem and the lasting impacts of a difficult childhood.
I specialise in working with adults who are living with the impacts of trauma and abuse. I offer online/ telephone sessions during the daytime including weekends, at short notice (where possible). I have experience in a wide range of Mental Health Issues. This includes (but is not limited to) issues such as anxiety, panic, depression, anger, stress, low self-esteem and the lasting impacts of a difficult childhood.
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City Counselling Services
Counsellor, MBACP
Swansea SA1
City Counselling Services provides a welcoming, professional, and confidential counselling service in Swansea. We are committed to offering a supportive and caring environment where clients can feel comfortable and understood. Our team includes both male and female counsellors who are qualified, either fully BACP Accredited or working towards accreditation, and all are registered members of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Specialist services include EMDR Trauma therapy, Supervision, CBT. Our counselling rooms have disabled access, with parking available nearby.
City Counselling Services provides a welcoming, professional, and confidential counselling service in Swansea. We are committed to offering a supportive and caring environment where clients can feel comfortable and understood. Our team includes both male and female counsellors who are qualified, either fully BACP Accredited or working towards accreditation, and all are registered members of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Specialist services include EMDR Trauma therapy, Supervision, CBT. Our counselling rooms have disabled access, with parking available nearby.
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I provide a safe environment for individuals, couples, groups and organisations to instigate desired change.
My specialty is helping you to identify mindsets that are restrictive to your personal development, releasing stuck feelings from past difficulties and improving assertiveness and communication; adding vitality and confidence to you personally and toward healthy relationships.
I provide a safe environment for individuals, couples, groups and organisations to instigate desired change.
My specialty is helping you to identify mindsets that are restrictive to your personal development, releasing stuck feelings from past difficulties and improving assertiveness and communication; adding vitality and confidence to you personally and toward healthy relationships.
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Jo-Anna Andree
Counsellor, BACP
Swansea SA2
Couples counselling fee £80.
Life can be challenging, complex and confusing. Relationships and familiy dynamics can seem impossible to understand. Feeling overwhelmed and not knowing where to turn or who to turn to is common. I provide a safe welcoming none judgemental therapeutic space to understand: family of origin issues, relationship difficulties, break ups, infidelity, alcoholic, immature or narcissistic parents. Intrusive, unhelpful or irrational thoughts. Depression. Anger. Anxiety. BPD. Trauma. Health conditions. Loss or bereavement. Maybe you want to enhance your: emotional regulation or intelligence , self-awareness, self-esteem, or self-confidence.
Couples counselling fee £80.
Life can be challenging, complex and confusing. Relationships and familiy dynamics can seem impossible to understand. Feeling overwhelmed and not knowing where to turn or who to turn to is common. I provide a safe welcoming none judgemental therapeutic space to understand: family of origin issues, relationship difficulties, break ups, infidelity, alcoholic, immature or narcissistic parents. Intrusive, unhelpful or irrational thoughts. Depression. Anger. Anxiety. BPD. Trauma. Health conditions. Loss or bereavement. Maybe you want to enhance your: emotional regulation or intelligence , self-awareness, self-esteem, or self-confidence.
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Dave Wilde
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Swansea SA1
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.
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Joanna Pietrzak
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Swansea SA2
I work with people who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or are carrying the impact of difficult experiences such as trauma or loss. Many come feeling stuck, exhausted, or unsure how to move forward. Reaching out can feel like a big step, and you don’t have to do it alone. I offer a warm, safe space where you can be yourself and feel truly heard. Together, we gently explore your experiences, helping you make sense of your feelings, rebuild a sense of safety, and reconnect with your inner strength, at your own pace.
I work with people who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or are carrying the impact of difficult experiences such as trauma or loss. Many come feeling stuck, exhausted, or unsure how to move forward. Reaching out can feel like a big step, and you don’t have to do it alone. I offer a warm, safe space where you can be yourself and feel truly heard. Together, we gently explore your experiences, helping you make sense of your feelings, rebuild a sense of safety, and reconnect with your inner strength, at your own pace.
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Kelly Weaver
Counsellor, MBACP
Swansea SA8
I offer relationship-focused therapy for couples and individuals.
Relationships can reach a point where conversations become arguments, silence replaces connection, or trust feels difficult to rebuild. Whether you're facing a relationship crisis, recovering from a betrayal, adjusting to change or loss, or simply feeling distant from someone important in your life, therapy can help. Over the years, I have come to believe that many relationship problems are not caused by a lack of love or care, but by people becoming caught in cycles of misunderstanding, hurt, disappointment, or silence.
I offer relationship-focused therapy for couples and individuals.
Relationships can reach a point where conversations become arguments, silence replaces connection, or trust feels difficult to rebuild. Whether you're facing a relationship crisis, recovering from a betrayal, adjusting to change or loss, or simply feeling distant from someone important in your life, therapy can help. Over the years, I have come to believe that many relationship problems are not caused by a lack of love or care, but by people becoming caught in cycles of misunderstanding, hurt, disappointment, or silence.
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Gini Hearth
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Swansea SA4
It takes courage to reach out and ask for help. It's the first step towards change. It's a brave step, and a step worth taking. Change starts with you. Its hard to take this sort of journey alone. You need someone by your side that you can trust, that you have confidence in, and someone who believes in you too. It's a difficult process to revisit the past and to heal from it. Sometimes it's absolutely necessary in order to move on with your life and be your best version of yourself. The past can't be changed of course, but the way you live with it can be.
It takes courage to reach out and ask for help. It's the first step towards change. It's a brave step, and a step worth taking. Change starts with you. Its hard to take this sort of journey alone. You need someone by your side that you can trust, that you have confidence in, and someone who believes in you too. It's a difficult process to revisit the past and to heal from it. Sometimes it's absolutely necessary in order to move on with your life and be your best version of yourself. The past can't be changed of course, but the way you live with it can be.
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Alistair Jali Armitage
Counsellor, MBACP
Swansea SA1
I am a holistic, psychodynamic therapist working in West Wales and via Zoom across the UK and Europe with individuals, couples, polycules & diverse relationship dynamics.
With years of experience in person-centred, emotion-focused, psychodynamic & integrative counselling, I work pluralistically using a range of tools and theories which are particularly effective in addressing the lasting effects of adverse childhood experiences, trauma and life challenges, helping to reduce their impact and support a more positive self-image.
I am a holistic, psychodynamic therapist working in West Wales and via Zoom across the UK and Europe with individuals, couples, polycules & diverse relationship dynamics.
With years of experience in person-centred, emotion-focused, psychodynamic & integrative counselling, I work pluralistically using a range of tools and theories which are particularly effective in addressing the lasting effects of adverse childhood experiences, trauma and life challenges, helping to reduce their impact and support a more positive self-image.
01559 606235 View 01559 606235
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Julie Gravelle
Counsellor, MBACP
Swansea SA10
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.
01792 989364 View 01792 989364

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Marriage Counselling
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.