Parenting Counselling in Pontypridd

Photo of Dr Charlie Cowtan, HCPC - Clin. Psych., Psychologist
Dr Charlie Cowtan
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Pontypridd CF37
I am a Clinical Psychologist working in the NHS with children, adolescents and families who are experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including; mental health, attachment and parenting. Sometimes therapy involves seeing the person on their own, and other times it can involve the wider family as well. Our sessions will start by getting to know you better, and what your main difficulties are at present, in the context of your life experiences. Helping you to understand why you are having such difficulties will help us to tailor our psychological intervention to your specific needs. I will be with you every step of the way.
I am a Clinical Psychologist working in the NHS with children, adolescents and families who are experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including; mental health, attachment and parenting. Sometimes therapy involves seeing the person on their own, and other times it can involve the wider family as well. Our sessions will start by getting to know you better, and what your main difficulties are at present, in the context of your life experiences. Helping you to understand why you are having such difficulties will help us to tailor our psychological intervention to your specific needs. I will be with you every step of the way.
01633 603406 View 01633 603406
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Hayley Lorraine Edwards
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Pontypridd CF37
As a qualified therapist, I hold a BSc (Hons) degree in Systemic Counselling from The Family Institute (University of South Wales). I am a systemically trained counsellor,’ Systemic' therapy really means 'relational' as it emphasises the fact that people live in a world with others, not just inside their heads or bodies. I work with relationships, looking at patterns, communication, and desired changes. My main approach is person-centred therapy, although I will often use other therapeutic approaches and techniques that I believe will work well with my client.
As a qualified therapist, I hold a BSc (Hons) degree in Systemic Counselling from The Family Institute (University of South Wales). I am a systemically trained counsellor,’ Systemic' therapy really means 'relational' as it emphasises the fact that people live in a world with others, not just inside their heads or bodies. I work with relationships, looking at patterns, communication, and desired changes. My main approach is person-centred therapy, although I will often use other therapeutic approaches and techniques that I believe will work well with my client.
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Jen Southon
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Pontypridd CF37
I have been working with adult individuals in South Wales since 2013. I do not hold any preconceptions and am genuinely interested to meet new clients, to find out more about them and what it is they want to change. I always ask what each person would like to achieve and I regularly re-visit this goal (or goals) to ensure that our counselling will be as helpful as possible. I believe that my clients have the ability to overcome their problems and I invite them to be as open with me as they choose in order to arrive at the best result for them.
I have been working with adult individuals in South Wales since 2013. I do not hold any preconceptions and am genuinely interested to meet new clients, to find out more about them and what it is they want to change. I always ask what each person would like to achieve and I regularly re-visit this goal (or goals) to ensure that our counselling will be as helpful as possible. I believe that my clients have the ability to overcome their problems and I invite them to be as open with me as they choose in order to arrive at the best result for them.
01443 706632 View 01443 706632
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Nicola Brockway
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Pontypridd CF37  (Online Only)
I'm Nicola from Gyda Ti Counselling. The phrase ‘gyda ti’ means ‘with you’ in Welsh and that’s exactly how I work: I’ll be alongside you at every step of your counselling journey. I am an experienced and compassionate counsellor, and have worked with clients at a further education college and for a national mental health charity. Over the years, I have worked with and helped a diverse range of clients who have brought many different issues to counselling. I currently offer online sessions for adults in the UK.
I'm Nicola from Gyda Ti Counselling. The phrase ‘gyda ti’ means ‘with you’ in Welsh and that’s exactly how I work: I’ll be alongside you at every step of your counselling journey. I am an experienced and compassionate counsellor, and have worked with clients at a further education college and for a national mental health charity. Over the years, I have worked with and helped a diverse range of clients who have brought many different issues to counselling. I currently offer online sessions for adults in the UK.
029 2271 5993 View 029 2271 5993
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The Child Psychiatric & Psychological Consultants
Psychotherapist, PsychD, ACP
Verified Verified
Pontypridd CF38
We provide medical psychiatric & psychological assessment, diagnosis, treatment for Autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, gender dysmorphia, eating disorders, tic disorders, mood disorders, PTSD, trauma, self-harm, psychotic disorders and emotional dysregulation and more. We have over 20 years’ experience working in various CAMHS mental health settings with extensive experience and knowledge. The service is clinically led by a consultant child psychiatrist and a consultant child & adolescent psychoanalytic psychotherapist who both trained in the NHS who have provided clinical leadership for services.
We provide medical psychiatric & psychological assessment, diagnosis, treatment for Autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, gender dysmorphia, eating disorders, tic disorders, mood disorders, PTSD, trauma, self-harm, psychotic disorders and emotional dysregulation and more. We have over 20 years’ experience working in various CAMHS mental health settings with extensive experience and knowledge. The service is clinically led by a consultant child psychiatrist and a consultant child & adolescent psychoanalytic psychotherapist who both trained in the NHS who have provided clinical leadership for services.
01452 687104 View 01452 687104
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Cymoedd Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Pontypridd CF37
01443 809218 View 01443 809218

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Gail Duffy
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF24
Are you worried, losing sleep, without hope, repeating patterns of behaviour and thoughts that are not working for you? Counselling can provide you with a safe space to explore areas such as Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Low Self esteem, Confidence Issues, Family issues and the challenge of parenting.
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.
Are you worried, losing sleep, without hope, repeating patterns of behaviour and thoughts that are not working for you? Counselling can provide you with a safe space to explore areas such as Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Low Self esteem, Confidence Issues, Family issues and the challenge of parenting.
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.
029 2167 9447 View 029 2167 9447
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Louise Duggan
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF14  (Online Only)
Are you feeling lonely, isolated, depressed, anxious or have thoughts of suicide? Have you experienced an event such as bereavement, loss of a job or the end of a relationship? Is your self esteem or confidence low? Do you feel trapped in a situation and see no way out? Are you a parent/carer and feel alone or that no one understands? I offer counselling to help you explore your feelings safely and without judgement. I specialise in anxiety and depression, self esteem, loss and change and parenting/caring, I also have professional and personal knowledge and understanding of Autism, ADHD and PDA.
Are you feeling lonely, isolated, depressed, anxious or have thoughts of suicide? Have you experienced an event such as bereavement, loss of a job or the end of a relationship? Is your self esteem or confidence low? Do you feel trapped in a situation and see no way out? Are you a parent/carer and feel alone or that no one understands? I offer counselling to help you explore your feelings safely and without judgement. I specialise in anxiety and depression, self esteem, loss and change and parenting/caring, I also have professional and personal knowledge and understanding of Autism, ADHD and PDA.
029 2271 0028 View 029 2271 0028
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Marian Elizabeth Jenkins
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF23  (Online Only)
My degree, Systemic Counselling, is the study of interactions: parent/child, spouse/partner, boss/employee.
Although older than many, I bring decades of life experience to my counselling. I have experienced most 'rites of passage' and find that my experience enables me to work sympathetically and non-judgmentally with my clients: there's nothing you can tell me that will shock me! We will work together in a welcoming, confidential environment to enable you to better understand your experiences, needs and the options open to you. With my support, you will be able to share your difficulties, worries and fears, developing a greater understanding of yourself, your situation and those long-standing difficulties that you struggle with.
My degree, Systemic Counselling, is the study of interactions: parent/child, spouse/partner, boss/employee.
Although older than many, I bring decades of life experience to my counselling. I have experienced most 'rites of passage' and find that my experience enables me to work sympathetically and non-judgmentally with my clients: there's nothing you can tell me that will shock me! We will work together in a welcoming, confidential environment to enable you to better understand your experiences, needs and the options open to you. With my support, you will be able to share your difficulties, worries and fears, developing a greater understanding of yourself, your situation and those long-standing difficulties that you struggle with.
029 2167 3050 View 029 2167 3050
Photo of Miranda Webb, MA, MBACP, Psychotherapist
Miranda Webb
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF11
Hi, I'm Miranda, I am a BACP registered counsellor and psychotherapist, I help people experiencing emotional distress or personal difficulties explore their issues and find their way to live well. Whether you're struggling in your relationships, questioning who you are and what you want from life or working out how to navigate life changes I can help.  I particularly have an interest in working with those who may be experiencing emotional distress around pregnancy, birth and being a parent - often stressful, these life events have been made so much harder in recent times. If this sounds like you don't hesitate to get in touch.
Hi, I'm Miranda, I am a BACP registered counsellor and psychotherapist, I help people experiencing emotional distress or personal difficulties explore their issues and find their way to live well. Whether you're struggling in your relationships, questioning who you are and what you want from life or working out how to navigate life changes I can help.  I particularly have an interest in working with those who may be experiencing emotional distress around pregnancy, birth and being a parent - often stressful, these life events have been made so much harder in recent times. If this sounds like you don't hesitate to get in touch.
01446 508106 View 01446 508106
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Dee Russell
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF10
Hello, I’m Dee, a BACP-registered counsellor/psychotherapist working with clients online (throughout the UK and beyond) and in-person (in Cardiff). You may be really struggling with something that's happened to you (in the past or currently), or perhaps you're feeling stuck and have reached a point where you feel that something needs to change. Through exploring your experiences with a professional who's dedicated to listening sensitively and without judgment, counselling can really help to shift things, so that you can start living with more freedom and fulfillment.
Hello, I’m Dee, a BACP-registered counsellor/psychotherapist working with clients online (throughout the UK and beyond) and in-person (in Cardiff). You may be really struggling with something that's happened to you (in the past or currently), or perhaps you're feeling stuck and have reached a point where you feel that something needs to change. Through exploring your experiences with a professional who's dedicated to listening sensitively and without judgment, counselling can really help to shift things, so that you can start living with more freedom and fulfillment.
029 2271 1854 View 029 2271 1854
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Zoe Prosser
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF14  (Online Only)
Treatment Focus: My focus as a mental health therapist is to help individuals heal, energise, and become aware of their inner strengths. I achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. 96% of my clients return after an initial sessions. On average my clients work for 8 sessions. I have experience of working with clients in a long term approach.
Treatment Focus: My focus as a mental health therapist is to help individuals heal, energise, and become aware of their inner strengths. I achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. 96% of my clients return after an initial sessions. On average my clients work for 8 sessions. I have experience of working with clients in a long term approach.
01267 611048 View 01267 611048
Photo of Ellie May Gregory, GMBPsS, Psychologist
Ellie May Gregory
Psychologist, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF14  (Online Only)
The ideal client may struggle with a range of mental health issues, which could include anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship difficulties. They may experience persistent feelings of sadness, overwhelming stress, or difficulty in managing daily tasks. Their mental health challenges could stem from a variety of factors, such as past trauma, genetic predispositions, environmental stressors, or a combination of these elements. The ideal client desires change and is motivated by need to improve their mental and emotional well-being. They want to understand themselves better, gain control over their mental health issues.
The ideal client may struggle with a range of mental health issues, which could include anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship difficulties. They may experience persistent feelings of sadness, overwhelming stress, or difficulty in managing daily tasks. Their mental health challenges could stem from a variety of factors, such as past trauma, genetic predispositions, environmental stressors, or a combination of these elements. The ideal client desires change and is motivated by need to improve their mental and emotional well-being. They want to understand themselves better, gain control over their mental health issues.
01495 367188 View 01495 367188
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Abi Hendra Anxiety and Trauma Counselling Online
Counsellor, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF24  (Online Only)
I believe it takes great courage to reach out and look for support. However, I know it can be scary and overwhelming looking for the right person. Over the years I have been a therapist, I have supported many individuals to take back control over their lives and find the healing they had been long searching for. My training has enabled me to be able to work with complex emotions at a deep level. This is particularly effective when working with trauma and the impact of early childhood experiences. My warm and gentle approach ensures that our work together enables you to feel safe and grounded, working at a pace that suit you.
I believe it takes great courage to reach out and look for support. However, I know it can be scary and overwhelming looking for the right person. Over the years I have been a therapist, I have supported many individuals to take back control over their lives and find the healing they had been long searching for. My training has enabled me to be able to work with complex emotions at a deep level. This is particularly effective when working with trauma and the impact of early childhood experiences. My warm and gentle approach ensures that our work together enables you to feel safe and grounded, working at a pace that suit you.
01446 501239 View 01446 501239
Photo of Sarah Pozzi - Indigo Tree Counselling & Coaching Consultancy, MA, MBACP, Counsellor
Indigo Tree Counselling & Coaching Consultancy
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF24
Hello and welcome to my Psychology Today profile. I provide a safe environment for individuals, couples, groups and organisations to instigate desired change. My therapeutic style is relational and goal focused. Following 20 years of experience within NHS, private practice and organisations I utilise human development and potential along with CBT and creative methodologies. Ultimately, uncovering potential, exploring thoughts, feelings and behaviours and helping you to exchange the maladaptive to healthy thoughts and behaviours; building foundations of peace and self worth within yourself and your relationships.
Hello and welcome to my Psychology Today profile. I provide a safe environment for individuals, couples, groups and organisations to instigate desired change. My therapeutic style is relational and goal focused. Following 20 years of experience within NHS, private practice and organisations I utilise human development and potential along with CBT and creative methodologies. Ultimately, uncovering potential, exploring thoughts, feelings and behaviours and helping you to exchange the maladaptive to healthy thoughts and behaviours; building foundations of peace and self worth within yourself and your relationships.
01792 721018 View 01792 721018
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Karen Prescod - KarenCounselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Bridgend CF35
Do you need a safe confidential place to speak openly, with someone neutral and non-judgemental? You may be looking to make some changes, or have a dilemma to talk through. Maybe you've lost a loved one or pet, feel isolated or stressed, or have a problem that's preventing you from moving forward. I work to understand things from your viewpoint, and to build a trusting therapeutic relationship where you feel comfortable enough to be yourself. I listen, understand, accept, and believe, and appreciate that talking about feelings is difficult. Being interactive means that you'll get much more than 'hmms' and 'uh-huhs' from me.
Do you need a safe confidential place to speak openly, with someone neutral and non-judgemental? You may be looking to make some changes, or have a dilemma to talk through. Maybe you've lost a loved one or pet, feel isolated or stressed, or have a problem that's preventing you from moving forward. I work to understand things from your viewpoint, and to build a trusting therapeutic relationship where you feel comfortable enough to be yourself. I listen, understand, accept, and believe, and appreciate that talking about feelings is difficult. Being interactive means that you'll get much more than 'hmms' and 'uh-huhs' from me.
01656 336858 View 01656 336858
Photo of Ben John Sears, DCounsPsych, MBACP, Counsellor
Ben John Sears
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cowbridge CF71
Do you feel lost, isolated, frustrated, and unfulfilled? Are you struggling with your mood, work, health, relationships, distressing events or thoughts, grief, stress, or unhelpful habits?  Does your life seem to lack meaning and direction? Do you lack focus, motivation, and confidence? Do you feel that others don't understand you? Do you feel anxious, tense, angry, or uneasy, perhaps without any clear reason why?.... If so, you are not alone. I can support you in dealing with problems and cultivating a meaningful and fulfilling life which aligns with your beliefs and values.
Do you feel lost, isolated, frustrated, and unfulfilled? Are you struggling with your mood, work, health, relationships, distressing events or thoughts, grief, stress, or unhelpful habits?  Does your life seem to lack meaning and direction? Do you lack focus, motivation, and confidence? Do you feel that others don't understand you? Do you feel anxious, tense, angry, or uneasy, perhaps without any clear reason why?.... If so, you are not alone. I can support you in dealing with problems and cultivating a meaningful and fulfilling life which aligns with your beliefs and values.
01446 501517 View 01446 501517
Photo of Liz Lilley, MBACP, Psychotherapist
Liz Lilley
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF5
Are you stuck in old stories or still impacted by challenges from your past? Maybe you are finding you are not living your life to the fullest or are going through a significant life event? I am passionate about supporting and empowering people to move through areas of restriction or suffering in their lives. I will witness and understand you as an individual, supporting you to embrace more of your full potential. The foundation is a safe, compassionate, honest and non-judgemental space and relationship, combined with effective practices.
Are you stuck in old stories or still impacted by challenges from your past? Maybe you are finding you are not living your life to the fullest or are going through a significant life event? I am passionate about supporting and empowering people to move through areas of restriction or suffering in their lives. I will witness and understand you as an individual, supporting you to embrace more of your full potential. The foundation is a safe, compassionate, honest and non-judgemental space and relationship, combined with effective practices.
01273 092530 View 01273 092530
Photo of Claire Emma Rowlands-Gent, MBACP, Psychotherapist
Claire Emma Rowlands-Gent
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cardiff CF11
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.
07723 476396 View 07723 476396
Photo of Michele M Ryan, MSc, MUKCP, Psychotherapist
Michele M Ryan
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF11
What informs my practice is a concern for respecting and valuing difference and the importance of caring communication in all relationships. We work together to bring about your own awareness of what needs to change in order move on in your life. Sometimes we are overwhelmed at what is happening to us, or we feel we have no control over our own lives. We can explore new ways of understanding ourselves and our relationships so that we can influence or even change our future. My approach is to work in collaboration with you. I am not the expert in your life, you are, but we can both bring our knowledges and expertise into the relation
What informs my practice is a concern for respecting and valuing difference and the importance of caring communication in all relationships. We work together to bring about your own awareness of what needs to change in order move on in your life. Sometimes we are overwhelmed at what is happening to us, or we feel we have no control over our own lives. We can explore new ways of understanding ourselves and our relationships so that we can influence or even change our future. My approach is to work in collaboration with you. I am not the expert in your life, you are, but we can both bring our knowledges and expertise into the relation
07971 955730 View 07971 955730

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Parenting Counsellors

What does therapy for parenting look like?

Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.

When should a parent seek therapy?

When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.

How long does therapy take for parenting problems?

Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?

Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.