Female Counselling in Conwy, WLS

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Angharad Thomas
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Conwy LL32
Hi, I’m Angharad, a fully qualified, registered BACP senior accredited counsellor and UKCP accredited and registered psychotherapist with many years experience. If you’re struggling right now then do get in touch or visit conwycounselling.co.uk to find out how I can help. Life can be hard going and, at times, most of us experience some form of distress or difficulty. Perhaps you are feeling anxious, depressed or confused about relationships or work. Perhaps you are facing painful experiences through illness, bereavement or family breakdown. Perhaps you are feeling stuck or have lost direction or a sense of who you are.
Hi, I’m Angharad, a fully qualified, registered BACP senior accredited counsellor and UKCP accredited and registered psychotherapist with many years experience. If you’re struggling right now then do get in touch or visit conwycounselling.co.uk to find out how I can help. Life can be hard going and, at times, most of us experience some form of distress or difficulty. Perhaps you are feeling anxious, depressed or confused about relationships or work. Perhaps you are facing painful experiences through illness, bereavement or family breakdown. Perhaps you are feeling stuck or have lost direction or a sense of who you are.
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North Wales Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Conwy LL32
Hello, I'm Clair. It's difficult for people to know where to start sometimes, you may just not be feeling yourself or you may feel you have a diagnosis. Sometimes people come to see me with multiple problems from depression, anxiety and OCD to PTSD (Trauma), domestic abuse and self-esteem and confidence issues and everything in between. Whatever your concerns we can discuss a way to help you live your life in a way that makes you happy. As a qualified and accredited CBT therapist in North Wales I can offer you a way overcome your problems.
Hello, I'm Clair. It's difficult for people to know where to start sometimes, you may just not be feeling yourself or you may feel you have a diagnosis. Sometimes people come to see me with multiple problems from depression, anxiety and OCD to PTSD (Trauma), domestic abuse and self-esteem and confidence issues and everything in between. Whatever your concerns we can discuss a way to help you live your life in a way that makes you happy. As a qualified and accredited CBT therapist in North Wales I can offer you a way overcome your problems.
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Lena Zagel
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Conwy LL32  (Online Only)
Do you find yourself wanting to belong and are not sure how to fit in? Do you feel stuck and are unsure of how to move forwards? Have you found your tribe or community yet? Do you feel like an outsider or disconnected from others? These might just scratch the surface of the questions that may come up, and they are all important in gaining awareness of what might be lying underneath. We all want to feel a sense of belonging and being part of something other than ourselves, which is engrained in the way we interact with the world around us.
Do you find yourself wanting to belong and are not sure how to fit in? Do you feel stuck and are unsure of how to move forwards? Have you found your tribe or community yet? Do you feel like an outsider or disconnected from others? These might just scratch the surface of the questions that may come up, and they are all important in gaining awareness of what might be lying underneath. We all want to feel a sense of belonging and being part of something other than ourselves, which is engrained in the way we interact with the world around us.
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Looking-Glass Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Conwy LL32
If you’re struggling with difficult emotions, relationship issues, stress, anxiety, depression, or any other challenges in life, I will provide a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain new insights and develop effective strategies for success. Whether you’re looking to improve your mental health, recover from trauma or loss, find direction and take control of your life, repair or strengthen your relationships, or you simply want to grow as a person, I can help. Book a free 30 minute Introduction Session now - maximum wait time 1 week (depending on your availability).
If you’re struggling with difficult emotions, relationship issues, stress, anxiety, depression, or any other challenges in life, I will provide a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain new insights and develop effective strategies for success. Whether you’re looking to improve your mental health, recover from trauma or loss, find direction and take control of your life, repair or strengthen your relationships, or you simply want to grow as a person, I can help. Book a free 30 minute Introduction Session now - maximum wait time 1 week (depending on your availability).
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Pati Bielak-Smith
Counsellor, MA, BACP
Verified Verified
Conwy LL32
Waitlist for new clients
Am I meeting you in times of personal or professional crisis? Or are you coming to counselling to gain perspective in life? I have witnessed enough of my clients’ transformations and breakthroughs to have complete confidence in the restorative power of counselling therapy. My Master's Degree in Philosophy as well as Therapeutic Counselling training and simply years of experience of working with people have prepared me to walk alongside you in search for balance and meaning in life.
Am I meeting you in times of personal or professional crisis? Or are you coming to counselling to gain perspective in life? I have witnessed enough of my clients’ transformations and breakthroughs to have complete confidence in the restorative power of counselling therapy. My Master's Degree in Philosophy as well as Therapeutic Counselling training and simply years of experience of working with people have prepared me to walk alongside you in search for balance and meaning in life.
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Dr Jess Rayner
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Conwy LL32
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome, I am a registered Clinical Psychologist offering high quality, compassionate, therapy. You may be here because you are feeling anxious, dealing with the impact of traumatic or difficult events, stressed, or perhaps struggling with low self-esteem or critical self-talk. I aim to create a non-judgemental space where we can work together to explore the source of your troubles, increase understanding, reduce distress, and build new skills and perspectives. Specialist interests include anxiety, trauma, burnout and stress, and long-term health conditions (e.g., pain/fatigue).
Welcome, I am a registered Clinical Psychologist offering high quality, compassionate, therapy. You may be here because you are feeling anxious, dealing with the impact of traumatic or difficult events, stressed, or perhaps struggling with low self-esteem or critical self-talk. I aim to create a non-judgemental space where we can work together to explore the source of your troubles, increase understanding, reduce distress, and build new skills and perspectives. Specialist interests include anxiety, trauma, burnout and stress, and long-term health conditions (e.g., pain/fatigue).
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Helen Hill Mbacp
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Conwy LL32
Looking for a counsellor is a big step. I understand how hard it is for you to reach out. Looking for someone you can trust, who can walk with you through the struggles that you are facing. Counselling can be a short quick fix or you can work with me on a longer term. We can get you where you want to be at your pace. It takes commitment and change to come to see me but once that first step has been made we will focus on your needs your goals and where you want to be.
Looking for a counsellor is a big step. I understand how hard it is for you to reach out. Looking for someone you can trust, who can walk with you through the struggles that you are facing. Counselling can be a short quick fix or you can work with me on a longer term. We can get you where you want to be at your pace. It takes commitment and change to come to see me but once that first step has been made we will focus on your needs your goals and where you want to be.
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Dr Claire Williams
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Conwy LL32
We specialise in working with children and adults who have Brain Injury or Health conditions and in Asperger’s/Autism (ASD) and we provide an Adult ADHD Assessment service. We offer support/therapy for issues such as head injury, stroke, neurological conditions including MS, Guillain-Barre syndrome, locked in syndrome, dementia, and FND including communication and behavioural difficulties and psychological effects of long term conditions. I have a special interest in working with children who have continence difficulties. I also undertake Expert Witness work for Family Courts and conduct Cognitive and Capacity Assessments
We specialise in working with children and adults who have Brain Injury or Health conditions and in Asperger’s/Autism (ASD) and we provide an Adult ADHD Assessment service. We offer support/therapy for issues such as head injury, stroke, neurological conditions including MS, Guillain-Barre syndrome, locked in syndrome, dementia, and FND including communication and behavioural difficulties and psychological effects of long term conditions. I have a special interest in working with children who have continence difficulties. I also undertake Expert Witness work for Family Courts and conduct Cognitive and Capacity Assessments
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NW Reflections
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Conwy LL32
Sometimes life experiences can leave you feeling lost and confused, behaving in ways which you can’t understand, testing your understanding of yourself, your relationships, choices and other aspects of your life. When you seek counselling, you’re making a significant decision to give yourself the time to explore these aspects of your life. This is an hour just for you each week in a safe, friendly, non-judgemental and supportive environment. I am a fully qualified counsellor based in North Wales, working from a comfortable, private, easily accessible office. I also offer online video counselling
Sometimes life experiences can leave you feeling lost and confused, behaving in ways which you can’t understand, testing your understanding of yourself, your relationships, choices and other aspects of your life. When you seek counselling, you’re making a significant decision to give yourself the time to explore these aspects of your life. This is an hour just for you each week in a safe, friendly, non-judgemental and supportive environment. I am a fully qualified counsellor based in North Wales, working from a comfortable, private, easily accessible office. I also offer online video counselling
01492 555695 View 01492 555695
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Karen Elizabeth Jones
MA
Verified Verified
Conwy LL32
I combine both Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with Solution Focused Therapy. Both well-established therapy techniques share certain basic similarities by focusing on helping the client identify solutions while decreasing the emphasis on the past. While SFT emphasizes the importance of the present, CBT facilitates changes in negative thinking patterns that lead to pre-occupation with past problems. Effective combination of both therapies can enable clients to focus on the positive elements of their life while gaining new confidence to achieve life goals.
I combine both Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with Solution Focused Therapy. Both well-established therapy techniques share certain basic similarities by focusing on helping the client identify solutions while decreasing the emphasis on the past. While SFT emphasizes the importance of the present, CBT facilitates changes in negative thinking patterns that lead to pre-occupation with past problems. Effective combination of both therapies can enable clients to focus on the positive elements of their life while gaining new confidence to achieve life goals.
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Chloe Louise Fabian
Counsellor, MSc, BACP
Verified Verified
Conwy LL32
I offer a warm and supportive environment for you to explore what you are going through in a safe space. I can also explore healthy coping strategies and resources to support you in your journey through healing and development.
I offer a warm and supportive environment for you to explore what you are going through in a safe space. I can also explore healthy coping strategies and resources to support you in your journey through healing and development.
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Sophie Peacock
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Conwy LL32
Are you having a difficult time with relationships in your life? Do you find yourself ruminating and worrying. Or lacking in confidence in certain areas? Is anxiety, depression, and past experiences keeping you stuck? Having had experience in working with clients with a variety of issues, I aim to help you develop a deeper understanding of your anxiety, overwhelm and stress and collaborate with you to look at ways to overcome and reduce the impact. And along the way, look at your own inner resources and what may be holding you back.
Are you having a difficult time with relationships in your life? Do you find yourself ruminating and worrying. Or lacking in confidence in certain areas? Is anxiety, depression, and past experiences keeping you stuck? Having had experience in working with clients with a variety of issues, I aim to help you develop a deeper understanding of your anxiety, overwhelm and stress and collaborate with you to look at ways to overcome and reduce the impact. And along the way, look at your own inner resources and what may be holding you back.
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MTS Psychological Health/ MTS Psychotherapy Ltd
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Conwy LL32
My clients come to me from all walks of life and have experienced trauma recently or in the past. This has resulted in my clients suffering from intense anxiety and fears and/or severe depression as well as relationship difficulties. My clients can feel stuck, vulnerable and helpless, which has such a disabling impact on their lives. I have the ability to initiate and maintain a confidential therapeutic relationship, where my clients feel safe, experience hope and a reduction of their psychological symptoms. My clients leave therapy feeling empowered and able to manage life's stresses. I have clinics in Chester, Heswall and Mold.
My clients come to me from all walks of life and have experienced trauma recently or in the past. This has resulted in my clients suffering from intense anxiety and fears and/or severe depression as well as relationship difficulties. My clients can feel stuck, vulnerable and helpless, which has such a disabling impact on their lives. I have the ability to initiate and maintain a confidential therapeutic relationship, where my clients feel safe, experience hope and a reduction of their psychological symptoms. My clients leave therapy feeling empowered and able to manage life's stresses. I have clinics in Chester, Heswall and Mold.
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Tracey Boothby
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Conwy LL32
If you’re reading this you must have determined you would like help to resolve difficulties in your life. I have over 10 years experience working with adults and children who have endured severe trauma. This may present as anxiety, depression or CPTSD. I can help make sense of these feelings through psycho education and therapeutic exercises. Narcissistic/ abusive relationships leave a mark behind long after they have ended .I can help you understand why it continues to hurt so much. I can help you untangle the confusion and find some much needed hope to help you reach your own happiness , whatever that means for you .
If you’re reading this you must have determined you would like help to resolve difficulties in your life. I have over 10 years experience working with adults and children who have endured severe trauma. This may present as anxiety, depression or CPTSD. I can help make sense of these feelings through psycho education and therapeutic exercises. Narcissistic/ abusive relationships leave a mark behind long after they have ended .I can help you understand why it continues to hurt so much. I can help you untangle the confusion and find some much needed hope to help you reach your own happiness , whatever that means for you .
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SW Virtual Psychology- Dr Sophia Williams
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Colwyn Bay LL29  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are trauma experiences getting in the way of living a life in line with your goals, beliefs, values, and desires? Does anxiety stop you from doing the things you want to do? Do flashbacks get in the way of functioning at home, work, or school? Have you been diagnosed with a health condition and you’re finding it difficult to adapt? Therapy helps you understand the cause of your symptoms and how to break the cycle. You will learn skills to help you manage these symptoms so that you can achieve other things in your life that are important to you. These might be working, having a family, or simply living trauma-response free.
Are trauma experiences getting in the way of living a life in line with your goals, beliefs, values, and desires? Does anxiety stop you from doing the things you want to do? Do flashbacks get in the way of functioning at home, work, or school? Have you been diagnosed with a health condition and you’re finding it difficult to adapt? Therapy helps you understand the cause of your symptoms and how to break the cycle. You will learn skills to help you manage these symptoms so that you can achieve other things in your life that are important to you. These might be working, having a family, or simply living trauma-response free.
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Philippa Hughes
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Colwyn Bay LL29  (Online Only)
I am an integrative practitioner, meaning I combine different tools, models and concepts from different approaches to suit each client. I work to the principles of person-centred therapy and honour client autonomy and self-determination. You are the expert on yourself! My role is to help you explore your emotions, experiences and sense of self in a way that nurtures your curiosity, openness and reflection, as well as to challenge when appropriate. I also implement practical psychoeducation through down-to-earth explanations which equips you with knowledge about different psychological phenomena, tools and regulation strategies.
I am an integrative practitioner, meaning I combine different tools, models and concepts from different approaches to suit each client. I work to the principles of person-centred therapy and honour client autonomy and self-determination. You are the expert on yourself! My role is to help you explore your emotions, experiences and sense of self in a way that nurtures your curiosity, openness and reflection, as well as to challenge when appropriate. I also implement practical psychoeducation through down-to-earth explanations which equips you with knowledge about different psychological phenomena, tools and regulation strategies.
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Rhian Lewis
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Colwyn Bay LL29  (Online Only)
Helo a chroeso. Mae cwnsela ar gael drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg hefyd. Hello and welcome. We can all feel anxious, stressed and overwhelmed at times. I am here to help you explore your world, in your own way with warmth and without judgement. I offer a warm and safe space for you to explore anything you wish online or over the phone. I aim to help you feel comfortable, heard and accepted. Counselling can be be life changing and it's an opportunity to learn more about yourself. It’s a process that we'll go through together. We will hopefully be able to build a strong relationship which can help you towards a positive way of living.
Helo a chroeso. Mae cwnsela ar gael drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg hefyd. Hello and welcome. We can all feel anxious, stressed and overwhelmed at times. I am here to help you explore your world, in your own way with warmth and without judgement. I offer a warm and safe space for you to explore anything you wish online or over the phone. I aim to help you feel comfortable, heard and accepted. Counselling can be be life changing and it's an opportunity to learn more about yourself. It’s a process that we'll go through together. We will hopefully be able to build a strong relationship which can help you towards a positive way of living.
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Rachel Curtis
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Colwyn Bay LL29
I work with a range of clients and issues. Work can be long term, short term or somewhere in between. My focus is on assisting my client to identify the issue and anything that then needs to happen. The work is at my client's pace and I am a warm and encouraging therapist, mindful of difference and diversity. Over the past 18 years I have worked with clients from age 5 to 78, each client is unique, no therapy session is the same.
I work with a range of clients and issues. Work can be long term, short term or somewhere in between. My focus is on assisting my client to identify the issue and anything that then needs to happen. The work is at my client's pace and I am a warm and encouraging therapist, mindful of difference and diversity. Over the past 18 years I have worked with clients from age 5 to 78, each client is unique, no therapy session is the same.
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Amy Thomas-Owen
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Abergele LL22  (Online Only)
Have you got the point where enough is enough and realise that something needs to change? Is self-doubt derailing your life and stopping you from living up to your full potential? On ‘paper’, it might look like you’ve already achieved a lot but in spite of this you never feel ‘enough’. Perhaps you hold yourself to incredibly high standards and feel like you need to be ‘perfect’. This might mean you feel like you always have to do ‘more’, which leads to feelings of tiredness and exhaustion and maybe even burnout. You may have even been told that you’re an ‘over thinker’ or identify as that yourself.
Have you got the point where enough is enough and realise that something needs to change? Is self-doubt derailing your life and stopping you from living up to your full potential? On ‘paper’, it might look like you’ve already achieved a lot but in spite of this you never feel ‘enough’. Perhaps you hold yourself to incredibly high standards and feel like you need to be ‘perfect’. This might mean you feel like you always have to do ‘more’, which leads to feelings of tiredness and exhaustion and maybe even burnout. You may have even been told that you’re an ‘over thinker’ or identify as that yourself.
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Elaine Jane Nicholson Mbe
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Colwyn Bay LL29
My ideal client has autism or Asperger’s syndrome. My other ideal client is an individual who is in a close relationship with someone that has Asperger’s/autism. I see clients in person in Northants & by video. I have counselled autistic individuals and their families for over 15 years. My practice is informed by my Masters in Autism/PGC in Asperger’s and also from a long relationship with an Asperger’s individual. I am also a mother to Asperger’s individuals. Additionally, I have just completed six years of body psychotherapy studies with Cambridge Body Psychotherapy Centre.
My ideal client has autism or Asperger’s syndrome. My other ideal client is an individual who is in a close relationship with someone that has Asperger’s/autism. I see clients in person in Northants & by video. I have counselled autistic individuals and their families for over 15 years. My practice is informed by my Masters in Autism/PGC in Asperger’s and also from a long relationship with an Asperger’s individual. I am also a mother to Asperger’s individuals. Additionally, I have just completed six years of body psychotherapy studies with Cambridge Body Psychotherapy Centre.
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Female Counsellors

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.