About me
Taking the first step towards counselling can feel overwhelming. You may be worried about how you will be perceived, feel unsure about sharing personal experiences with someone new, or simply not know what to expect from the process. At Little Bird Talking Therapy, I aim to create a safe, supportive and confidential space where you can feel heard, valued and accepted without judgement.
Counselling offers an opportunity to pause, reflect and explore the challenges you may be facing with someone who is impartial and professionally trained to support you. Together, we can explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences, helping you gain insight, develop coping strategies and find solutions that feel right for you.
I am a fully qualified and insured Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor, registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP Registration No. 088994) and an Accredited Member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). I am DBS checked and work with both individuals and couples aged 16 and over.
Alongside my private practice, I work as an Associate Counsellor and Psychotherapist with organisations including 2Wish, #4Tom, several Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs) and corporate clients. I also facilitate group counselling sessions within organisations and educational settings, deliver workshops promoting mental health and wellbeing, and run regular support groups and suicide awareness programmes.
Over the years, I have supported clients experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including:
Anxiety and panic attacks
Depression and low mood
Stress and burnout
Relationship and family issues
Low self-esteem and confidence
Identity and life transitions
Abuse and trauma
Bereavement and loss
Suicidal thoughts and emotional distress I
I have undertaken specialist training in trauma-focused therapy and am an Accredited Member of the Foundation for Infant Loss, providing support to individuals and families affected by baby loss and related bereavement.
Understanding that everyone's circumstances are different, I offer flexible counselling options, including face-to-face, telephone and online sessions via video, email and instant messaging. Having completed specialist training in online counselling, I can tailor sessions to suit your preferences and lifestyle, including a combination of face-to-face and remote support where appropriate.
In addition to counselling, I am a qualified Clinical Supervisor working with both individuals and groups. I also provide Critical Incident Debriefing and emotional support following traumatic events, emergencies and critical incidents within organisations and communities.
Above all, my aim is to provide a compassionate, collaborative and therapeutic relationship where you feel safe to explore whatever is troubling you, at a pace that feels comfortable.
If you would like to learn more or discuss how counselling may help, please feel free to get in touch. I would be happy to answer any questions and help you decide whether counselling is right for you.
"Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction can become the most important journey you ever take."
Training, qualifications & experience
Education and Training
Postgraduate Diploma in Consultative Supervision
Postgraduate Diploma in Trauma Focused Therapy
Certificate in Couples Counselling
Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapeutic Skills and Theory (CBT)
Advanced Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
Advanced Certificate in Counselling
Advanced Award in Counselling Skills
OCST 1 Online Counselling Skills Diploma
Holistic, Creative & Therapeutic Practitioner
Mental Health First Aider
Re-Wind Therapy
Self Harm First Aid
Stress Control
LGBT Equality & Diversity
Vulnerable Adults Level 2
Cruse Children & Young Person's Bereavement
NLP in Practice
Working with Gender Identity
Working with the Effects of Trauma
Safeguarding Children & Young People
Introduction to Substance Misuse
Experience
2014 – Present Counsellor & Clinical Supervisor – Little Bird Talking Therapy
2015 – Present Associate Counsellor – 2Wish (www.2wish.org.uk)
2021 – Present Associate Counsellor - #4Tom (www.4tom.org)
2016 – Present Counsellor – Time for Talking (EAP)
2021 – 2023 Psychotherapist – The Relationship Practice
2020 – 2024 Counsellor – Cwm Taf Morgannwg Mind
2016 - 2022 Counsellor - University of South Wales
2014 – 2016 Counsellor – Merthyr and The Valleys Mind
Level 2 and 3 Counselling Tutor
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
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.
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
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Sudden Loss (Infant/Child/Young Person)
Therapies offered
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Fees
£50.00 - £95.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Monday to Friday £50 per 50 minute session (Individuals)
Monday to Friday £75 per 50 minute session (Couples). Please note it may be beneficial for couples to consider longer sessions.
Saturday and Sunday £70 per 50 minute session (Individuals) £95 (Couples)
Concessions are offered to Counsellors in training who are fulfilling personal therapy commitments and college/university students. Please request your student discount upon booking your first appointment and provide evidence at your first session.
When I work
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Monday to Friday 9:00am - 9:00pm.
Further information
Both on and off road free parking available with limited access for disabled clients.
We are located on the 404 bus route which departs from Pontypridd main bus station and Gelliwastad Road. Our counselling room is a short walk from the bus stop at the entrance to the Highlands Estate.
I aim to answer all email enquiries within 24 hours, if you have not received a response within this time then please check your 'Junk Mail' folder.
I accept referrals from GP's, Occupational Health Specialists and other Professionals.
I also accept EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) Referrals.
