Jaime Bennett

I understand that coming to counselling may feel daunting therefore I offer a non-judgmental and safe space with compassion for you to be able to explore and understand your thoughts and feelings, whatever you are going through. 

I believe we all have the inner resources to be able to find our way and I will endeavour to be alongside you throughout your process to help you to explore any issues, past or present, that have impacted you. 

From my practice in Newport or alternatively online or telephone counselling sessions, I offer clients a compassionate environment to talk about whatever is causing distress. 

I have experience of working with clients with a range of issues from my work as a mental health support worker and a bereavement support volunteer.

How can counselling help?

I know that life can feel confusing and difficult at times and being able to talk to someone who is trained to help you to unravel your thoughts and feelings can have a life changing effect. 

Through my own life experiences and my training in person-centred counselling, I believe that our experiences are unique to us and that in times of distress we need understanding and empathy and not an opinion.

I will work alongside you to build a trusting relationship, providing a safe and confidential space where you will have the freedom to express your innermost fears, concerns, thoughts and feelings, whatever that looks like for you, working at your pace.

Life’s experiences can leave us feeling depressed, anxious, shameful, scared and confused which can feel very isolating when you’re trying to make sense of it alone but counselling can help to alleviate these painful emotions, empowering you to make decisions that will benefit you the most.

What to expect in the first session

During the first session, we can discuss what has brought you to counselling and is an opportunity for you to ask any questions.

We can then collaboratively set up a second session for a mutually agreeable day and time.

Each session is 1 hour long and depending on your needs, I offer both focused short-term work and longer ongoing work. 

I offer face to face counselling at my practice room in Newport but alternatively, I offer online or telephone sessions if this would be more suited to your needs.

It is important for you to be able to feel comfortable enough to be able to open up about your issues and you can decide if I am the right counsellor for you. 

Access

My office is very close to Lugley St Carpark. Newport bus station is a 7 minute walk away. There is wheelchair access into the building and I have access to a ground floor room if required.

What happens next?

If you feel you would like to arrange an initial session please either call me or send an email and we can make an appointment. Additionally, if you have any questions or queries regarding myself or counselling in general please also feel free to call or email.

Individuals £45 (1 hour)

Individual online counselling £45 (1 hour)

Initial session £25