Female Counselling in Haverfordwest, WLS

Photo of Angharad E Rees - Turning Point Child Therapy Ltd, MSc, Psychotherapist
Turning Point Child Therapy Ltd
Psychotherapist, MSc
Verified Verified
Haverfordwest SA62
My name is Angharad and I have over 20 years of primary teaching experience, including 8 years as a head teacher, I have seen first hand the difficulties many children face, coupled with the lack of provision available to support their emotional and mental health needs. I am a qualified Child Therapist specialising in Play Therapy, with a MSc in Play Therapy. I believe the benefits of play therapy to be transformative - hence retraining to become a child therapist. Play Therapy is an effective therapy that helps children modify their behaviours, clarify their self-concept, and build healthy relationships.
My name is Angharad and I have over 20 years of primary teaching experience, including 8 years as a head teacher, I have seen first hand the difficulties many children face, coupled with the lack of provision available to support their emotional and mental health needs. I am a qualified Child Therapist specialising in Play Therapy, with a MSc in Play Therapy. I believe the benefits of play therapy to be transformative - hence retraining to become a child therapist. Play Therapy is an effective therapy that helps children modify their behaviours, clarify their self-concept, and build healthy relationships.
01437 809025 View 01437 809025
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Calming Tides Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Haverfordwest SA61
I'm Carrie-ann, a qualified counsellor who focuses on finding out your needs and tailoring your therapy to match. Asking for support is never an easy task and often the hardest step we take. Making small changes to put yourself first, will have a positive impact on your wellbeing . The key to self development rests within our own self belief, resilience and internal reassurance. If we have a solid core and good foundations, it's easier to take on life's difficulties. I work with helping people build upon the strength in knowing who they are, in order to empower and build confidence.
I'm Carrie-ann, a qualified counsellor who focuses on finding out your needs and tailoring your therapy to match. Asking for support is never an easy task and often the hardest step we take. Making small changes to put yourself first, will have a positive impact on your wellbeing . The key to self development rests within our own self belief, resilience and internal reassurance. If we have a solid core and good foundations, it's easier to take on life's difficulties. I work with helping people build upon the strength in knowing who they are, in order to empower and build confidence.
07763 405027 View 07763 405027
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Kate Markham
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Haverfordwest SA62
Hello! I am a qualified and experienced counsellor available to clients who recognise they are ready to talk and seek help with making sense of their lived experience and understanding their emotions, behaviours and reactions to life’s challenges.
Hello! I am a qualified and experienced counsellor available to clients who recognise they are ready to talk and seek help with making sense of their lived experience and understanding their emotions, behaviours and reactions to life’s challenges.
01437 806197 View 01437 806197
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Lisa Maltby Counselling & Therapy
Counsellor, MA, BACP
Verified Verified
Haverfordwest SA61
I work in a very individually tailored way, I believe in the healing potential within each person and my focus is upon building a strong therapy relationship to facilitate support, awareness, insight and personal growth towards changes. I have over 17 years experience working with adolescents, parents and professionals . I work with a number of clients dealing with trauma, anxiety , depression and bereavement and loss . Other issues I work with include relationships, self-esteem, post-natal depression , transition and changes , divorce, separation . Adolescent and young adult issues include body image, eating disorders, depression.
I work in a very individually tailored way, I believe in the healing potential within each person and my focus is upon building a strong therapy relationship to facilitate support, awareness, insight and personal growth towards changes. I have over 17 years experience working with adolescents, parents and professionals . I work with a number of clients dealing with trauma, anxiety , depression and bereavement and loss . Other issues I work with include relationships, self-esteem, post-natal depression , transition and changes , divorce, separation . Adolescent and young adult issues include body image, eating disorders, depression.
07480 535812 View 07480 535812
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Nikki Catto
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Haverfordwest SA61
With twenty years experience and constant study for personal and professional development , I can offer a safe and effective therapeutic space for you to explore and heal from a wide range of life issues . We discuss your objectives for therapy and use a range of therapeutic tools including simple psychoeducation so you understand the process,which I believe enables personal understanding and clarity . My goal for every client is long term sustainable change in the most effective way possible , and I keep that in mind for every individual with whom I am privileged to work with. I also offer supervision
With twenty years experience and constant study for personal and professional development , I can offer a safe and effective therapeutic space for you to explore and heal from a wide range of life issues . We discuss your objectives for therapy and use a range of therapeutic tools including simple psychoeducation so you understand the process,which I believe enables personal understanding and clarity . My goal for every client is long term sustainable change in the most effective way possible , and I keep that in mind for every individual with whom I am privileged to work with. I also offer supervision
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Just Be Counselling Pembrokeshire
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Haverfordwest SA61
All of us, at times, need somewhere safe to talk and be listened to. I provide therapy to both couples and individuals aged 18+. If you feel anxious, unhappy in your life or if you are going through a major life event, I offer a space for you to gain understanding of why you are feeling the way you are and how to move on or change old habits and patterns. I can help you safely explore your past and how it has influenced your present and help you find ways to start changing your future.
All of us, at times, need somewhere safe to talk and be listened to. I provide therapy to both couples and individuals aged 18+. If you feel anxious, unhappy in your life or if you are going through a major life event, I offer a space for you to gain understanding of why you are feeling the way you are and how to move on or change old habits and patterns. I can help you safely explore your past and how it has influenced your present and help you find ways to start changing your future.
07700 374292 View 07700 374292
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Sex And Relationship Therapist Deonne Wales
Counsellor, COSRT Accred
Verified Verified
Haverfordwest SA61
Waitlist for new clients
I offer you a unique therapeutic space in which we can discuss the difficulties that you may be having in your sex and relationship life. It is completely normal to have difficulty at some point in our lives but most of us may struggle to find someone that we feel comfortable with or trust to help us. We will work together to address any areas where you may feel stuck. I believe in establishing clear goals, helping you define your short, and long term aspirations for therapy. I welcome individuals and couples of all sexual orientations, gender identities and sexualities.
I offer you a unique therapeutic space in which we can discuss the difficulties that you may be having in your sex and relationship life. It is completely normal to have difficulty at some point in our lives but most of us may struggle to find someone that we feel comfortable with or trust to help us. We will work together to address any areas where you may feel stuck. I believe in establishing clear goals, helping you define your short, and long term aspirations for therapy. I welcome individuals and couples of all sexual orientations, gender identities and sexualities.
01646 404043 View 01646 404043
Meryl James
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Haverfordwest SA61
With more than 20 years’ experience working in the NHS, I work with people from a wide range of backgrounds and complexity. I have a great deal of experience in health psychology, including: cancer care, weight management including obesity (i.e. emotional eating; binge eating), low self-esteem, anxiety and depression as well as living with ill health and adjusting to life following injury, including brain injury, palliative care, bereavement and improving health. Together, we would work to develop a shared understanding of your strengths and difficulties, drawing on a range of therapy models, tailored to your specific needs.
With more than 20 years’ experience working in the NHS, I work with people from a wide range of backgrounds and complexity. I have a great deal of experience in health psychology, including: cancer care, weight management including obesity (i.e. emotional eating; binge eating), low self-esteem, anxiety and depression as well as living with ill health and adjusting to life following injury, including brain injury, palliative care, bereavement and improving health. Together, we would work to develop a shared understanding of your strengths and difficulties, drawing on a range of therapy models, tailored to your specific needs.
01646 402038 View 01646 402038

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Sage Psychotherapy & Counselling
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Milford Haven SA73
Hi I’m Lyndsay Gent (née Sage). I am a qualified Adlerian Psychotherapist and Counsellor. I also use a variety of modalities and the various training and CPD courses I have attended to tailor therapy to my clients individual needs. You can find a little more info on my Facebook page or Instagram. I offer therapy from my home in Pembrokeshire, in a secure relaxed environment or online, whichever you feel would work for you. Counselling can be a scary prospect, but taking that first step in making contact is often the hardest. Please contact me for a free 15 minute consultation.
Hi I’m Lyndsay Gent (née Sage). I am a qualified Adlerian Psychotherapist and Counsellor. I also use a variety of modalities and the various training and CPD courses I have attended to tailor therapy to my clients individual needs. You can find a little more info on my Facebook page or Instagram. I offer therapy from my home in Pembrokeshire, in a secure relaxed environment or online, whichever you feel would work for you. Counselling can be a scary prospect, but taking that first step in making contact is often the hardest. Please contact me for a free 15 minute consultation.
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Shirley Ann Brocklehurst
Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Whitchurch SA62
Perhaps you have landed on this page because things aren’t going well for you and you want to look at things another way. It could be your body is telling you something is not right. If you are finding that the things that used to work for you no longer do, it seems logical that more of the same is not going to get you somewhere different. Maybe I can help? I work somatically, which means accessing and enhancing the connection between mind and body. It is an aspect that’s often overlooked in talking therapy, however the body holds meaningful insights into our story and helps us to re-frame the way we look at things
Perhaps you have landed on this page because things aren’t going well for you and you want to look at things another way. It could be your body is telling you something is not right. If you are finding that the things that used to work for you no longer do, it seems logical that more of the same is not going to get you somewhere different. Maybe I can help? I work somatically, which means accessing and enhancing the connection between mind and body. It is an aspect that’s often overlooked in talking therapy, however the body holds meaningful insights into our story and helps us to re-frame the way we look at things
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CBT Pembrokeshire
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Pembroke Dock SA72
My name is Philomena Lane, I am an Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, EMDR therapist and Consultative supervisor. I have been working in the field of mental health for over 20 years as a registered mental health nurse and a community mental health nurse, both here in the NHS and abroad. Up until recently for many years I worked as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist and supervisor in the NHS, before leaving to expand my private practice. I have developed a real passion for helping people overcome the difficulties they face in life in practical and lasting ways.
My name is Philomena Lane, I am an Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, EMDR therapist and Consultative supervisor. I have been working in the field of mental health for over 20 years as a registered mental health nurse and a community mental health nurse, both here in the NHS and abroad. Up until recently for many years I worked as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist and supervisor in the NHS, before leaving to expand my private practice. I have developed a real passion for helping people overcome the difficulties they face in life in practical and lasting ways.
01437 809170 View 01437 809170
Photo of Cerian Farmahan, MBACP, Psychotherapist
Cerian Farmahan
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Narberth SA67
Hi, I’m Cerian and I'm trained in Adlerian Counselling and Psychotherapy and have a Degree in Psychology. I can support people with a range of presenting issues, and can work with clients from anywhere in the UK, online or over the phone. I also offer face-to-face sessions at a centre near Narberth, Pembrokeshire. I am a compassionate therapist who works alongside my clients at their own pace; providing you with support, encouragement and specialised techniques in a confidential safe space, to guide you on your therapeutic journey to better wellbeing and greater understanding of self. Insight plus action equals change!
Hi, I’m Cerian and I'm trained in Adlerian Counselling and Psychotherapy and have a Degree in Psychology. I can support people with a range of presenting issues, and can work with clients from anywhere in the UK, online or over the phone. I also offer face-to-face sessions at a centre near Narberth, Pembrokeshire. I am a compassionate therapist who works alongside my clients at their own pace; providing you with support, encouragement and specialised techniques in a confidential safe space, to guide you on your therapeutic journey to better wellbeing and greater understanding of self. Insight plus action equals change!
01834 820749 View 01834 820749
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Karina Godwin Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Sutton SA62  (Online Only)
Know thyself is an ancient aphorism that encourages individuals to explore and gain a deeper understanding of themselves. The phrase dates back to ancient Greece, where it was inscribed on the Temple of Apollo at Delphi. At its core, know thyself is a call to introspection, self-awareness, and personal growth. It encourages you to look within, explore your thoughts and emotions, and gain insight into their motivations, values, and beliefs. By knowing yourself, you can better understand your strengths and weaknesses, make more informed choices, and live a more authentic and fulfilling life.
Know thyself is an ancient aphorism that encourages individuals to explore and gain a deeper understanding of themselves. The phrase dates back to ancient Greece, where it was inscribed on the Temple of Apollo at Delphi. At its core, know thyself is a call to introspection, self-awareness, and personal growth. It encourages you to look within, explore your thoughts and emotions, and gain insight into their motivations, values, and beliefs. By knowing yourself, you can better understand your strengths and weaknesses, make more informed choices, and live a more authentic and fulfilling life.
020 4538 8026 View 020 4538 8026
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Brett Campbell
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pembroke Dock SA72
Not accepting new clients
Hi, I'm Brett. My aim is to provide you with a confidential, supportive space where you feel safe to talk about whatever is distressing you or holding you back in life. I believe that the relationship between client and therapist is key to the outcome of therapy. My priority is to build a relationship of trust where we can work together for therapeutic change.
Hi, I'm Brett. My aim is to provide you with a confidential, supportive space where you feel safe to talk about whatever is distressing you or holding you back in life. I believe that the relationship between client and therapist is key to the outcome of therapy. My priority is to build a relationship of trust where we can work together for therapeutic change.
01437 809167 View 01437 809167

Online Therapists

Photo of Debbie Andrews, MBACP, Counsellor
Debbie Andrews
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Newton Abbot TQ13
Life is overwhelming at times and it's just good to talk about what's going on. I like to work with you to find your own answers, to understand what is going on for you. We don't always know what we are thinking or feeling until we say it out loud. In order to do that you need to be able to trust who you are talking to. Nobody likes feeling judged or being told what to do!
Life is overwhelming at times and it's just good to talk about what's going on. I like to work with you to find your own answers, to understand what is going on for you. We don't always know what we are thinking or feeling until we say it out loud. In order to do that you need to be able to trust who you are talking to. Nobody likes feeling judged or being told what to do!
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Mindrestwellbeingorg
Counsellor, MSc, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Swansea SA2  (Online Only)
I am an Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor with an interest and passion in supporting people with their mental health and wellbeing with twelve years’ experience. I am fully qualified and accredited with the National Counselling Society and work with adult,couples and groups. I work in an integrative style using humanistic, deep listening techniques combined with some Gestalt work, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Transactional Analysis. I work from my private practice situated in South Wales Swansea and am also happy to run zoom or telephone counselling sessions.
I am an Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor with an interest and passion in supporting people with their mental health and wellbeing with twelve years’ experience. I am fully qualified and accredited with the National Counselling Society and work with adult,couples and groups. I work in an integrative style using humanistic, deep listening techniques combined with some Gestalt work, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Transactional Analysis. I work from my private practice situated in South Wales Swansea and am also happy to run zoom or telephone counselling sessions.
01792 949436 View 01792 949436
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Lyn Christine Oakley
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Braunton EX33
Hi, I'm Lyn. I've been working in counselling / psychotherapy for 22 years. I am a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) I hold additional qualifications in life-coaching and NLP. I work integratively, which means that my professional practice can be personalised to suit each client's needs. You can be assured of a safe, empathic, confidential and professional space in which you can explore issues that you may find difficult to face alone. If you are experiencing issues that are holding you back, either personally or professionally, then we can work together to help you move forward.
Hi, I'm Lyn. I've been working in counselling / psychotherapy for 22 years. I am a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) I hold additional qualifications in life-coaching and NLP. I work integratively, which means that my professional practice can be personalised to suit each client's needs. You can be assured of a safe, empathic, confidential and professional space in which you can explore issues that you may find difficult to face alone. If you are experiencing issues that are holding you back, either personally or professionally, then we can work together to help you move forward.
01271 815899 View 01271 815899
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Aquarius Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF11  (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Caryl, congratulations on making the first step. I appreciate the courage it has taken to seek counselling support, when getting through the days becomes tough to cope with. My aim is to support your courage and nurture the strength it took to take this first step, by helping you to develop the tools to help you feel like you again. I offer a space for you to explore the aspects of your life that are making you feel unhappy or that something is missing. Our work together will enable you to regain your voice, body, power and sense of self so that you are comfortable just being you, without anyone’s permission.
Hello, my name is Caryl, congratulations on making the first step. I appreciate the courage it has taken to seek counselling support, when getting through the days becomes tough to cope with. My aim is to support your courage and nurture the strength it took to take this first step, by helping you to develop the tools to help you feel like you again. I offer a space for you to explore the aspects of your life that are making you feel unhappy or that something is missing. Our work together will enable you to regain your voice, body, power and sense of self so that you are comfortable just being you, without anyone’s permission.
01446 508568 View 01446 508568
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Sarah Louise Marshall
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barnstaple EX32
As a therapist, I work to an integrative relational model, which means that I may draw upon a range of theory in our work together. However, I am not prescriptive in my work, as for me, I honour a persons lived experience, what matters to them and how they experience themselves, the world and others. I work within Professional boundaries and in accordance with the BACP ethical framework. I work with integrity, respecting your privacy and autonomy. This, helping to create a sense of trust whilst adding a richness to our therapeutic relationship.
As a therapist, I work to an integrative relational model, which means that I may draw upon a range of theory in our work together. However, I am not prescriptive in my work, as for me, I honour a persons lived experience, what matters to them and how they experience themselves, the world and others. I work within Professional boundaries and in accordance with the BACP ethical framework. I work with integrity, respecting your privacy and autonomy. This, helping to create a sense of trust whilst adding a richness to our therapeutic relationship.
01271 444610 View 01271 444610
Photo of Rhiannon Gray, MA, HCPC-Art Therap., Psychotherapist
Rhiannon Gray
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Pontypridd CF37
Life can be difficult to understand, to manage, to juggle and to embrace. My aim is to work with you to give you a better understanding of yourself. You may have asked “why do I feel the way I feel, why do I think the way I think, why am I the way I am.” Our work together will offer you a safe and supportive space, in a way that works for you, to explore these thoughts and feelings and offer new perspectives, tools and techniques to help adjust to a new way of being.
Life can be difficult to understand, to manage, to juggle and to embrace. My aim is to work with you to give you a better understanding of yourself. You may have asked “why do I feel the way I feel, why do I think the way I think, why am I the way I am.” Our work together will offer you a safe and supportive space, in a way that works for you, to explore these thoughts and feelings and offer new perspectives, tools and techniques to help adjust to a new way of being.
01443 800548 View 01443 800548

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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.