Female Counselling in Barry, WLS
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Hello there! I'm Sam and I've 20 years' experience in mental health and a lifetime of experience managing ADHD! Many practitioners have no lived experience of ADHD and ASD, making it hard for neurodiverse people to feel truly understood. As a professional neurodiverse woman, I have found that services for people like me are hard to find and so I offer ADHD and Autism specific counselling with life skills (like coaching but specifically related to ADHD symptoms) in a non - judgemental and shame free environment, no matter your background. Please check your spam folder for my email replies if you have used the contact button!
Hello there! I'm Sam and I've 20 years' experience in mental health and a lifetime of experience managing ADHD! Many practitioners have no lived experience of ADHD and ASD, making it hard for neurodiverse people to feel truly understood. As a professional neurodiverse woman, I have found that services for people like me are hard to find and so I offer ADHD and Autism specific counselling with life skills (like coaching but specifically related to ADHD symptoms) in a non - judgemental and shame free environment, no matter your background. Please check your spam folder for my email replies if you have used the contact button!
![Photo of Nicola Joy Armstrong-Pruce, BACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bcc4849a-8875-4e54-9fb5-608420735f5c/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hi there, I'm Nicola and a very warm welcome to my page here at Psychology Today. You have taken the first step in moving forwards towards a more full filling life. Within our counselling relationship your issues, whatever they may be, can be discussed, acknowledged, accepted and addressed. Whether these are the bigger life transitions such as bereavement or relationship breakdown, or everyday frustrations such as breaking free of habits that no longer serve you.
Hi there, I'm Nicola and a very warm welcome to my page here at Psychology Today. You have taken the first step in moving forwards towards a more full filling life. Within our counselling relationship your issues, whatever they may be, can be discussed, acknowledged, accepted and addressed. Whether these are the bigger life transitions such as bereavement or relationship breakdown, or everyday frustrations such as breaking free of habits that no longer serve you.
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I provide a welcoming , relaxed, comfortable environment Where you can explore your thoughts and feelings in a safe, non judgemental space. I am passionate about helping people. Assisting those who experience feelings of uncertainty and distress, loss, either of a relationship, job, health or a loved one. Feelings of sadness and/or hopelessness, depression, Anxiety, low mood, Past or present trauma. Childhood , Self worth , feelings of uncertainty. Please contact for more details on how therapy could help you or if you have any questions about counselling.
I provide a welcoming , relaxed, comfortable environment Where you can explore your thoughts and feelings in a safe, non judgemental space. I am passionate about helping people. Assisting those who experience feelings of uncertainty and distress, loss, either of a relationship, job, health or a loved one. Feelings of sadness and/or hopelessness, depression, Anxiety, low mood, Past or present trauma. Childhood , Self worth , feelings of uncertainty. Please contact for more details on how therapy could help you or if you have any questions about counselling.
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I am a qualified Systemic Psychotherapist (Family Therapist) and Humanistic Counsellor, with over 20 years experience working for a children’s charity, for statutory & voluntary agencies and within a private practice. Providing therapy in a confidential and relaxed environment with a diverse range of individuals, couples and families. I am also a qualified Supervisor and have extensive experience of providing therapeutic supervisory consultation services with individuals and groups. Covering qualified therapists, counselling students and professional staff in a variety of workplaces.
I am a qualified Systemic Psychotherapist (Family Therapist) and Humanistic Counsellor, with over 20 years experience working for a children’s charity, for statutory & voluntary agencies and within a private practice. Providing therapy in a confidential and relaxed environment with a diverse range of individuals, couples and families. I am also a qualified Supervisor and have extensive experience of providing therapeutic supervisory consultation services with individuals and groups. Covering qualified therapists, counselling students and professional staff in a variety of workplaces.
![Photo of Dani O'Connor, MNCPS Acc., Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3877b0f2-a557-492f-98d8-8c3ead458bb8/1/320x400.jpeg)
As a psychotherapeutic counsellor, I am dedicated to providing compassionate, effective counselling to help individuals overcome challenges, and improve their overall well-being. If you seek a supportive, experienced counsellor, I welcome the opportunity to assist you on your journey to personal growth and positive change. I will challenge those thoughts that aren't serving your best interests and looking how we can reframe and change them to make them work for you.
As a psychotherapeutic counsellor, I am dedicated to providing compassionate, effective counselling to help individuals overcome challenges, and improve their overall well-being. If you seek a supportive, experienced counsellor, I welcome the opportunity to assist you on your journey to personal growth and positive change. I will challenge those thoughts that aren't serving your best interests and looking how we can reframe and change them to make them work for you.
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HelIo! I'm Ceri and I am qualified counsellor at BCS counselling. I can offer face-to-face sessions in our offices in Barry or online, depending on what suits you best. I am passionate about making a difference in people's lives and I know that coming to therapy can seem scary, but I promise you a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space to explore your issues and help you overcome them.
HelIo! I'm Ceri and I am qualified counsellor at BCS counselling. I can offer face-to-face sessions in our offices in Barry or online, depending on what suits you best. I am passionate about making a difference in people's lives and I know that coming to therapy can seem scary, but I promise you a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space to explore your issues and help you overcome them.
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Hello, my name is Nanneke and I am a Psychotherapeutic counsellor specialised in childhood trauma. When bad things happen in your childhood, such as abuse, loss of parents, violence, neglect, being taken into care - just to name a few - this can have a devastating impact on the rest of your life. Relationship problems, addictions, eating disorders, physical problems, and lots more, can all have a link to your past. If you would like a chat with me to find out a little bit more, why don't you send me an email or text and ask for a phone call, free of charge. I look forward to meeting you.
Hello, my name is Nanneke and I am a Psychotherapeutic counsellor specialised in childhood trauma. When bad things happen in your childhood, such as abuse, loss of parents, violence, neglect, being taken into care - just to name a few - this can have a devastating impact on the rest of your life. Relationship problems, addictions, eating disorders, physical problems, and lots more, can all have a link to your past. If you would like a chat with me to find out a little bit more, why don't you send me an email or text and ask for a phone call, free of charge. I look forward to meeting you.
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I am a dedicated, compassionate, professional counselling who adopts a pluralistic approach to therapy. With a wealth of experience in the field, I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for individuals seeking guidance and personal growth. I firmly believe in empowering clients to take an active role in their therapeutic journey, tailoring my approach to meet their unique needs and preferences.
I am a dedicated, compassionate, professional counselling who adopts a pluralistic approach to therapy. With a wealth of experience in the field, I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for individuals seeking guidance and personal growth. I firmly believe in empowering clients to take an active role in their therapeutic journey, tailoring my approach to meet their unique needs and preferences.
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I am a qualified integrative therpaist working with adults and children/young people; this means I can work in different ways depending on the issues you want to work with. Having fostered children for over 20 years I bring in-depth experience of parenting. Alongside counselling adults my passion is to work with parents and children to help families flourish. I am compassionate and hope filled in the work that I will do with you. I am hopeful that we can help you start new ways to live the life you desire.
I am a qualified integrative therpaist working with adults and children/young people; this means I can work in different ways depending on the issues you want to work with. Having fostered children for over 20 years I bring in-depth experience of parenting. Alongside counselling adults my passion is to work with parents and children to help families flourish. I am compassionate and hope filled in the work that I will do with you. I am hopeful that we can help you start new ways to live the life you desire.
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I am passionate about helping you to manage your mental well-being and believe there is a strong connection between the body and the mind. The effects of anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma can be physically felt as well as mentally and emotionally. I understand how overwhelming and debilitating it is to try and cope with daily living when carrying these feelings around with you and just wanting to feel well again. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to help you work through and manage these feelings so that you can start to live your life again without this holding you back.
I am passionate about helping you to manage your mental well-being and believe there is a strong connection between the body and the mind. The effects of anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma can be physically felt as well as mentally and emotionally. I understand how overwhelming and debilitating it is to try and cope with daily living when carrying these feelings around with you and just wanting to feel well again. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to help you work through and manage these feelings so that you can start to live your life again without this holding you back.
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Working creatively to explore the spoken and unspoken. I'm a qualified Humanistic Existential Therapist, specialising in Substance use, Sex and Pornography addiction and compulsive behaviours. ( Family and Partners.. Hoarding, OCD, Anxiety, Sexuality are a few of the areas that I have many years experience working with clients on ) I can offer work with yourself and/or your partner. I have a passion for working with people to help them explore the outcome that they are eager to work towards. Using an integrated needs-led approach. I offer a fully tailored service to meet each individual and couple's needs.
Working creatively to explore the spoken and unspoken. I'm a qualified Humanistic Existential Therapist, specialising in Substance use, Sex and Pornography addiction and compulsive behaviours. ( Family and Partners.. Hoarding, OCD, Anxiety, Sexuality are a few of the areas that I have many years experience working with clients on ) I can offer work with yourself and/or your partner. I have a passion for working with people to help them explore the outcome that they are eager to work towards. Using an integrated needs-led approach. I offer a fully tailored service to meet each individual and couple's needs.
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I work with anxiety, panic, overwhelm, social anxiety, agoraphobia, constant worry, overthinking, insomnia, low self-esteem, people pleasing, boundary issues, difficult childhood experiences. I’m equally comfortable working alongside or outside of mental health diagnoses and labels. I offer single-session or long-term therapy, book-as-you-go or regular weekly sessions, longer 1.5-2 hr sessions, crisis sessions and combined counselling and guided mindfulness-based relaxation/CBT skills with recordings for home use. I provide an in-person therapeutic space for women & non-binary people - LGTBQ inc - and also online for all genders.
I work with anxiety, panic, overwhelm, social anxiety, agoraphobia, constant worry, overthinking, insomnia, low self-esteem, people pleasing, boundary issues, difficult childhood experiences. I’m equally comfortable working alongside or outside of mental health diagnoses and labels. I offer single-session or long-term therapy, book-as-you-go or regular weekly sessions, longer 1.5-2 hr sessions, crisis sessions and combined counselling and guided mindfulness-based relaxation/CBT skills with recordings for home use. I provide an in-person therapeutic space for women & non-binary people - LGTBQ inc - and also online for all genders.
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Counselling & Psychotherapy help you overcome life’s problems, improve your well-being & help make positive changes to lead a more fulfilling life. I have over 12 years of working in counselling, psychotherapy & Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and over 25 years registered social work with family's . I offer CBT & counselling for many problems which affect people throughout the course of their lives. I offer help with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma & generational trauma, stress and anger issues, PTSD, insomnia, low self-esteem, self-harm, drug & alcohol issues, complex bereavement and childhood abuse.
Counselling & Psychotherapy help you overcome life’s problems, improve your well-being & help make positive changes to lead a more fulfilling life. I have over 12 years of working in counselling, psychotherapy & Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and over 25 years registered social work with family's . I offer CBT & counselling for many problems which affect people throughout the course of their lives. I offer help with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma & generational trauma, stress and anger issues, PTSD, insomnia, low self-esteem, self-harm, drug & alcohol issues, complex bereavement and childhood abuse.
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Dr Paula Riella
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Barry CF62 (Online Only)
I am a chartered psychologist with 26 years of therapeutic experience of working in the NHS, the police service, education and private practice. I am an integrative practitioner and work with a variety of psychological models. These include: CBT, EMDR, compassion focused therapy, relational and systemic psychotherapy. I offer treatment sessions via video conferencing. I also provide supervision to psychologists, counsellors and psychotherapists.
I am a chartered psychologist with 26 years of therapeutic experience of working in the NHS, the police service, education and private practice. I am an integrative practitioner and work with a variety of psychological models. These include: CBT, EMDR, compassion focused therapy, relational and systemic psychotherapy. I offer treatment sessions via video conferencing. I also provide supervision to psychologists, counsellors and psychotherapists.
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I can only imagine how hard it feels to reach out for help for yourself or your child; to want things to feel better and not know how to make it happen. This is what I can help you with. Maybe you or your child feel anxious all the time and just want to feel safe? Or perhaps you can't seem to get rid of that little voice inside that tells you you'll never be good enough? Maybe your child is struggling with understanding themselves and the world around them and you just want them to feel happy and safe? I understand that situations like these can feel overwhelming and I am passionate about helping people overcome them and feel better
I can only imagine how hard it feels to reach out for help for yourself or your child; to want things to feel better and not know how to make it happen. This is what I can help you with. Maybe you or your child feel anxious all the time and just want to feel safe? Or perhaps you can't seem to get rid of that little voice inside that tells you you'll never be good enough? Maybe your child is struggling with understanding themselves and the world around them and you just want them to feel happy and safe? I understand that situations like these can feel overwhelming and I am passionate about helping people overcome them and feel better
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Play is a child’s natural language and as a therapist I support children when they play out difficult or upsetting feelings or experiences. Play therapy provides emotional support and can help children make sense of feelings which are often confusing and frightening. Play therapy can also help children to understand friendships or relationships that may be tricky and enable them to manage conflict more easily. Therapy starts with a meeting with the adults around the child so that I can understand concerns and gain an insight into the child’s history and support system.
Play is a child’s natural language and as a therapist I support children when they play out difficult or upsetting feelings or experiences. Play therapy provides emotional support and can help children make sense of feelings which are often confusing and frightening. Play therapy can also help children to understand friendships or relationships that may be tricky and enable them to manage conflict more easily. Therapy starts with a meeting with the adults around the child so that I can understand concerns and gain an insight into the child’s history and support system.
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The overall aim of Counselling and Therapy is to provide an opportunity for you to work towards living by where experiences are more satisfying. The process of Counselling becomes itself one of life's new situations: It offers an opportunity to experience life differently and to extend the range of ways in which you can operate in the world with greater satisfaction. "EVERY JOURNEY STARTS WITH ONE SMALL STEP"!!!!
The overall aim of Counselling and Therapy is to provide an opportunity for you to work towards living by where experiences are more satisfying. The process of Counselling becomes itself one of life's new situations: It offers an opportunity to experience life differently and to extend the range of ways in which you can operate in the world with greater satisfaction. "EVERY JOURNEY STARTS WITH ONE SMALL STEP"!!!!
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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.
![Photo of Charlotte Deverell, MSc, MBACP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/44402e09-51d5-460c-9ee8-7f15ad205361/1/320x400.jpeg)
Life can sometimes throw many challenges our way and we may find it difficult to cope without support. I experienced in and am able to help you with many of life's difficulties such as anxiety, depression, grief & loss, trauma, self-esteem, to name a few; however, my areas of speciality are working with relationship difficulties, sex, attachment, identity, guilt & shame, adverse childhood experiences, family difficulties, abuse, narcissistic abuse and interpersonal trauma. I am also currently completing further specialist post-qualifying training as a Clinical Sexologist & Relationship Therapist.
Life can sometimes throw many challenges our way and we may find it difficult to cope without support. I experienced in and am able to help you with many of life's difficulties such as anxiety, depression, grief & loss, trauma, self-esteem, to name a few; however, my areas of speciality are working with relationship difficulties, sex, attachment, identity, guilt & shame, adverse childhood experiences, family difficulties, abuse, narcissistic abuse and interpersonal trauma. I am also currently completing further specialist post-qualifying training as a Clinical Sexologist & Relationship Therapist.
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Hi, I am Fayola, a friendly, approachable, open and empathetic counsellor, based in north Bristol, offering in-person and online sessions. Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed in life? Whatever your reason for seeking therapy, anxiety, relationship or family issues, feeling lonely or unsure of what's troubling you, I can help you gain new insight and find healing tools that work best for you, offering a deeper understanding of yourself, and your experiences. I have a passion for supporting people, and our relationship will give you the opportunity to express yourself, be heard, build confidence, esteem and make your own decisions.
Hi, I am Fayola, a friendly, approachable, open and empathetic counsellor, based in north Bristol, offering in-person and online sessions. Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed in life? Whatever your reason for seeking therapy, anxiety, relationship or family issues, feeling lonely or unsure of what's troubling you, I can help you gain new insight and find healing tools that work best for you, offering a deeper understanding of yourself, and your experiences. I have a passion for supporting people, and our relationship will give you the opportunity to express yourself, be heard, build confidence, esteem and make your own decisions.
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.