Integrative Therapy in Cardiff and Online
Initial Consultation
I offer a free 15-minute initial consultation, either by phone or video call. This brief session allows us to get to know each other a little and discuss what brings you to therapy. It's an opportunity for you to ask any questions you might have and for us to determine if we're a good fit for working together. There's no obligation to continue after this consultation.
My Approach
I use an integrative approach to therapy, which means I draw from different therapeutic models to tailor our sessions to your unique needs. Here are the main approaches I use:
Person-Centred Therapy
At the heart of my practice is the belief that you are the expert on your own life. Person-centred therapy focuses on creating a warm, non-judgemental environment where you feel truly heard and understood. This approach helps you explore your thoughts and feelings freely, leading to greater self-awareness and personal growth.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
CBT is a goal-oriented approach focusing on the present. It's based on the idea that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are interconnected. In our sessions, we'll identify specific challenges, recognize negative thinking patterns, and learn to challenge these thoughts with evidence-based reasoning. We'll develop practical coping strategies and set achievable goals. CBT is particularly effective for managing anxiety, depression, phobias, and stress. Its strength lies in its practical, skills-based approach, empowering you to become your own therapist over time.
Schema Therapy
Schema Therapy delves deeper, addressing long-standing, self-defeating patterns (schemas) that typically begin in childhood. It combines elements of CBT with other approaches to tackle complex, persistent issues. We'll identify core emotional needs that weren't met in childhood, recognise how these affect your current life, and work on healing early emotional wounds. This approach is beneficial for chronic depression or anxiety, relationship issues, personality disorders, and complex trauma. Schema Therapy often involves more in-depth, emotion-focused work, making it transformative for those with deeply rooted issues or who haven't found lasting change through other approaches.
How I Work
I offer both in-person sessions in Cardiff and online therapy via secure video platforms. Online counselling provides flexibility and convenience, allowing you to engage in therapy from the comfort of your own space. It can be particularly beneficial for those with busy schedules, mobility issues, or those who simply prefer the privacy of their own environment.