Stress and overwhelm
When you seem to have too much to cope with, feel tension in the body, lose focus, sleep poorly, or cannot properly switch off.
UKCP registered psychotherapeutic counsellor based in Carmarthen and Ferryside, Carmarthenshire
A calm place to be listened to, understood and gently supported
Counselling and holistic therapy for people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, overwhelm, relationship difficulties, grief, feeling lost, or wanting to find deeper meaning in their lives.
Face-to-face in Carmarthen and Ferryside
Online and telephone sessions available
Confidential and professionally supported
Begin exactly where you are
You do not need to know exactly what is wrong before asking for help
Many people arrive with only a feeling of things not being quite right: feeling tired, anxious, tearful, restless, numb, or having a sense that things cannot carry on in the same way.
My work offers time and space to slow down, talk honestly, and begin to notice what is happening in your mind, body and life. We can work with immediate stress that you may be going through, or with longer-standing patterns that have begun to cause problems in your day to day life.
The approach I use is integrative and person-centred, with a focus on working together in a mindful way to help uncover beliefs that may be standing in your way and blocking a sense of wellbeing.
Who this may help
Support for experiences that can be hard to carry alone
Therapy can be useful when you need a safe, confidential relationship in which to open up, make sense of what is happening, and find a way of moving forward.
Anxiety and self-doubt
When worry, lack of confidence, people-pleasing or self-blame make it difficult to feel at ease with being yourself.
Loss and change
When grief, relationship difficulties, illness, ageing, work pressure or other changes in life have left you feeling unsettled.
Old patterns
When you keep repeating the same patterns and reacting in the same way, even though you may recognise what you are doing.
The work
Therapy for mind, body and spirit
Some people come for short term counselling to work through a specific issue. Others are drawn to mindfulness, body-centred work, relaxation or healing. We can focus on your own specific needs and what suits you at this time.
Mind
Counselling, stress management and mindfulness to help work through difficult feelings, anxiety, overwhelm and personal change.
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Body
Body-centred therapy and Dance of Awareness for people who want to reconnect with grounding, feeling and movement.
Explore body-centred work
Spirit
Healing, meditation and guided relaxation for rest, steadiness and a deeper sense of wellbeing.
Explore healing and relaxationExperience and trust
Professional counselling with a warm whole-person approach
I am a UKCP registered psychotherapeutic counsellor with an Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling, training in Humanistic and Person-Centred Counselling, and a background in Psychology.
I have also studied the Hakomi Method and Body Listening, both of which bring careful attention to how experience can be held in the body as well as in the mind. I am a full Healer Member of The Healing Trust and offer guided relaxation and healing for people who want this additional support.
Everything said in counselling is treated confidentially. I have regular supervision and ongoing professional development.
What happens next
A simple, gentle way to begin
Send a short enquiry
You do not need to write a long explanation. A few lines about what you are looking for is enough.
Arrange a first session
We can talk about whether face-to-face, online or telephone sessions would suit you best.
Go at your pace
The work can be short-term and practical, or longer-term and deeper, depending on what you need.
Common questions
Before you get in touch
Do I need to know what kind of therapy I want?
No. You can simply explain a little about what is bringing you, and we can discuss what may be most helpful.
Are sessions confidential?
Yes. Counselling is confidential, with the normal professional and safeguarding limits that apply to therapeutic work.
Can I work online or by telephone?
Yes. Face-to-face sessions are available in Carmarthen and Ferryside, and online or telephone appointments are also available.
Ready to make contact?