About me
Bluebells & Bays - Counselling and Psychotherapy
Therapy that meets you where you are - and helps you move forward.
Welcome...
I’m Jannine, a fully qualified MBACP counsellor and psychotherapist based in Bridgend, offering therapy for adults (18+) in-person, online, and by phone.
My approach is simple: I offer a calm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can breathe, be heard, and begin to make sense of what’s going on. Whoever you are, and whatever you’re carrying.
About Me
I’m an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, which means I draw from a range of approaches including person-centred, existential, psychodynamic, CBT, and sand tray therapy - and tailor them to suit you. Rather than a “one-size-fits-all” model, we’ll work together in a way that feels right for you, at your own pace.
People often come to me when they’re feeling:
- Overwhelmed, anxious, or low, even if they seem “fine” on the outside
- Stuck in old patterns or self-critical cycles
- Affected by loss, change, or past experiences
- Disconnected, uncertain, or lacking confidence
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone - and things can feel different. Together, we’ll explore what’s happening beneath the surface and build tools that help you feel steadier, calmer, and more connected to yourself and others.
My Approach
Therapy is a collaborative process, not something done to you. My role is to create a safe, non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly. You bring your story and your lived experience, because you are the expert in your own life. I bring a warm, grounded presence, clinical training, and nearly two decades of experience supporting people through change.
Our work together might include:
- Understanding patterns that keep you stuck
- Making sense of past experiences or trauma
- Building confidence and self-compassion
- Finding practical tools to manage anxiety or low mood
- Exploring meaning, identity, or direction in life
Inclusivity, Equality & Accessibility
I’m deeply committed to providing therapy that is inclusive, affirming, and accessible. All identities, backgrounds, and experiences are welcome. Your feelings are valid, your story matters, and this space is yours to explore without fear of judgement.
Sessions are available in person (Bridgend) or remotely via secure video or phone, with daytime and limited evening slots to suit different schedules.
What to Expect
1. A gentle first step: In our first session, you don’t need to have the “right words.” I’ll listen and help you share what’s been happening at your own pace.
2. A plan that fits you: Together we’ll agree on what feels most important to focus on and the pace that feels safe for you.
3. Steady progress: Over time, we’ll build insight, resilience, and practical strategies to help you live more fully and confidently.
Therapy can be a powerful act of self-care: a space to reconnect, reset, and rediscover your strength.
Professional Background
Alongside private practice, I’ve spent almost 20 years working in senior leadership roles in the third sector, supporting individuals and communities across areas such as mental health, substance misuse, homelessness, young people, education/ employment, and criminal justice. This experience helps me understand the real-world pressures people face, and to bring compassion, perspective, and pragmatism into my therapy work.
Qualifications & Memberships
MA Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy
PGCert (Level 7) Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy
PGCE FE and Training
BA English with Sociology
MBACP Registered Member (British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy)
I work within the BACP (British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy) framework for ethical practice. As a Registered Member of the BACP I am bound to observe its code of Ethics and Practice, as well its Complaints Procedure.
Next Step
A good therapeutic fit matters - so I offer a free 15-minute introductory call. It’s a chance for us to meet, talk through what’s been happening, and see whether we’d work well together.
Email: Jannineicp@gmail.com
Website: blueballsandbays.co.uk
Phone/WhatsApp: 077435 69801
Online/Phone: Google Meet, Teams, or Zoom
If I’m not the right therapist for you, I’ll do my best to signpost you to someone who is.
How to get in touch
You can contact me by sending an email to Jannineicp@gmail.com, or by phoning or texting me on 077435 69801.
If you are leaving a message please leave your name, contact number, and email address. I will do my best to respond within 24 hours.
Location
In-person sessions are offered in an accessible venue in Bridgend with free parking (close to the M4), online sessions are delivered via Google Meet, Teams, or Zoom, and telephone sessions by phone.
You’ve already taken the hardest step - reaching out. Let’s talk about what you need and how therapy might help you get there.
Training, qualifications & experience
- MA Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy: Level 7 (University of South Wales) (BACP Accredited)
- Post Graduate Diploma in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy: Level 7 (University of South Wales) (BACP Accredited)
- Post Graduate Certificate in Integrative Counselling Counselling Skills: Level 7 (University of South Wales)
- Post Graduate Certificate in Education (Post Compulsory Education and Training): Level 7 (University of South Wales)
- Bachelor of Arts Degree in English with Sociology (University of South Wales)
- Advanced Certificate in Counselling Skills: Level 4 (Bridgend College)
- An Introduction to Solution Focused Brief Therapy (Solution Focused Training & Consultation)
- Introductory Motivational Interviewing (Tepee Training Ltd.)
- ILM Award in Leadership and Management: Level 5 (Neath Port Talbot College)
CPD:
- The Therapist as Human: An Existential Perspective
- Doing Brief Therapy Informed by a Single-Session Mindset
- Transforming Trauma-Shame into Self-Compassion
- A-Z of LGBTQ Inclusion (MindOut)
- Narcissism - Types, behaviours, and setting boundaries
- Emotional Dysregulation 1 & 2
- Transaction Analysis: The Basics
- Foundation Training: Using Sand Tray Therapeutically in Counselling & Psychotherapy
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£40.00 - £75.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Choosing the Right Path for You
You choose the setting that feels most comfortable and accessible for you. Each option offers a safe, confidential, and supportive space to focus on your well-being.
In-Person Therapy
£50 per session · 50–60 minutes
Meet face-to-face in a calm, and comfortable environment.
Private and confidential room
Accessible venue and toilet facilities
Refreshments provided
Free on-site parking
Online Therapy
£50 per session · 50–60 minutes
Work together from the comfort of your own space via a secure video platform (Google Meet, Zoom, or Teams).
Calm and confidential space required
Ideal for flexibility and accessibility
Telephone Counselling
£40 per session · 45–50 minutes
A supportive, voice-based space for those who prefer to talk without video - perfect for fitting therapy into a busy schedule.
Calm and confidential space required
Sand Tray Therapy (In-Person)
£60–£75 per session · 60–90 minutes
An expressive, creative form of therapy using symbols and figures in sand to explore thoughts, emotions, and experiences beyond words.
All equipment provided
Private and calm environment
Accessible venue
When I work
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Further information
CPD and Clinical Supervision:
As a counsellor and psychotherapist I undertake continuous professional development to expand my skills and knowledge (minimum of 30 hours annually). I also undertake regular clinical supervision (1.5 hrs monthly).
Bluebells & Bays Counselling & Psychotherapy (www.bluebellsandbays.co.uk)
