I am an Accredited Member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). My role as well as a counsellor is an EMDR therapist (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) and the Talking Therapies Manager at North East Wales Mind. I have been with North East Wales Mind since 2017.

Some areas I have worked with
I have experience of working with anxiety, abuse, stress, anger, low self-esteem, relationships, shame and trauma and many other issues you may want to bring to the sessions.

Approaches
Whilst Person Centred Counselling is my foundation, I draw on a range of approaches according to the client needs and their particular issue, including CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and SFT (Solution Focused Therapy).

As each client is uniquely, different counselling methods may be used to help the client gain insight into what is going on. Creative interventions may be offered, bringing the client’s experience to life in a way that words alone may not. Examples are with art and colour, sand, poetry, nesting dolls, metaphors, imagery and stories.

As a Counsellor
The most rewarding part of my job is helping and seeing people understand, resolve or/and manage problems that cause emotional pain.

About me
For my welling I enjoy being outdoors and walking either in the country or in an urban environment. Music and Art are also very important to me. I have previous experience of working in an educational environment.

I am a Registered Member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Some areas I have worked with
I work with clients who are experiencing some form of emotional distress or vulnerability which often presents as, for example; stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, loss or relationship issues.

Approaches I use
I was trained as a Person Centred therapist and this is the foundation of my approach to counselling. It is client led, which means the client sets the agenda and the pace of the therapy. My practice is underpinned by the belief that people are experts in their own lives and my role is to accompany clients as they explore the aspects that bring them to therapy.

As a Counsellor
My practice is characterised by an equality between counsellor and client. As a counsellor I am empathetic, genuine and non-judgemental and this creates an environment that facilitates clients’ ability to explore and understanding. Leading to a greater awareness of themselves, which in turn can provide them with motivation to make the changes they want.

About me
In my free time I like to connect with the natural world. Whether it be through the silence of a forest, the wind on a hill top or the sight of waves rolling up a beach. These things remind me of my place in the scheme of things.  

I am a Member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). My role as well as a counsellor is as a Supported self-help practitioner. I have been with North East Wales Mind since 2018.

Some areas I have worked with
I am experienced working with adults and young people, my areas of specialism include: anxiety, stress, anger, low self-esteem, abuse, relationships, trauma, bullying, school and workplace difficulties. Everyone is unique and there could be things not listed you would want help with.

Approaches
Whilst Person Centred counselling is the foundation of my practice, I draw on a range of approaches according to the client’s needs, including CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), SFT (Solution Focused Therapy) and TA (Transactional Analysis).

As a Counsellor
My focus is to empower and support clients to lead their best life possible. This is achieved through being guided by what is important to explore and at an appropriate pace suited to each client.

About me
I keep physically active through gardening and playing golf. I keep my mind active by reading, cooking, knitting and going to the theatre.

I am an experienced Counsellor and Accredited Member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Some areas I have worked with
I am experienced in working with issues such as anxiety, low mood, stress and relationships amongst many others issues you want to talk about.

Approaches
My approach is person centred, which is non-directive and offers a warm, empathic and confidential space where you feel supported to explore your personal difficulties, connect with your feelings and emotions and make sense of what you’re experiencing.  I also draw upon other modalities, such as cognitive behavioural therapy, where we work together to identify your goals and develop strategies for achieving them, always working to best meet the individual needs of each client.

I am trained in online and telephone counselling.

As a Counsellor
The most rewarding part of my role as a counsellor is helping people find a way forward with their personal difficulties, gain awareness and learn new skills to help them manage or overcome the difficulties they face.

About me
For my wellbeing I enjoy music and being creative. I have previous experience working with families and carers of those with serious mental illness.

I am an experienced registered Counsellor with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Some areas I have worked with
Stress, anxiety, trauma, relationships, depression, loss, birth trauma to name a few.

Approaches
I trained in Person Centred Therapy but used other types of counselling to suite the client including Solution Focused Therapy and Creative Therapy.

As a Counsellor
I am a caring and enthusiastic counsellor whom has years of experience.

As well as working with North East Wales Mind I have previously worked with an organisation offering additional support for parents, particularly through the challenges of early parenthood.

I am a qualified nurse with over 25 years’ experience in care /nursing. Currently, I also works part time at a hospice. Previously I have managed busy wards and organising workloads in various medical and surgical environments.

About me
I am a keen walker and love being in the great outdoors. I also like to cycle, read and travel. I especially enjoy watching wild life.

I am a fully qualified Integrative Counsellor, and able to work with both adults and young people (12 years old and over). I am a Registered Member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Some areas I have worked with
Integrative counselling can help with a range of short and long term issues, including anxiety, depression and low mood, trauma, bereavement, low self-esteem, and many more.

Approaches
My integrative approach can complement each unique client’s needs from therapy. In our first session, I will explain all aspects of the integrative approach, and together we can discuss which you feel comfortable with or particularly drawn towards. The beauty of this approach is that it is flexible and allows us to personalise your counselling sessions to best suit your needs.

As a Counsellor
I provide a safe, warm, non-judgmental space for clients to be able to come and have the opportunity to share whatever it is they wish to bring, knowing they will be truly heard, valued and understood.

Within my work with young people, I understand how daunting the process can be for both the young person themselves, and the parent or care giver too. Finding, and trusting a Counsellor to support your child is a real leap of faith and something I truly appreciate.

About me
For my wellbeing, I enjoy being by the water; beach walks with my dog, being near a waterfall, or going for a swim in my local pool are all times where I feel particularly relaxed.  I also enjoy travelling.

I am a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and I have been a practicing counsellor for 23 years and working with the North East Wales Mind for the past 2 years.

Some areas I have worked with
I am happy to work with any issue you would like to bring to your counselling sessions, these might include depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, relationships issues, bereavement and loss.

Approaches
My approach is essentially Person Centred but if a more structured approach is required by the client, I am able to offer a Solution Focused approach (SFT), still following the needs of the client but looking for reasons why the client is feeling held back from achieving the life they want to live, working with achievable goals, chosen by the client during their sessions.

I can also offer creative therapies, writing, art, metaphor, and imagery.

As a Counsellor
I find being trusted to be a part of someone’s personal life and seeing the client achieve the life they want to live, very rewarding and a real privilege.

About me
Self-care is an important part of my life; I enjoy walking with my dogs in the country and along the coast very relaxing.