Practitioner Directory

My practice is set in the beautiful Balbirnie Park, in Markinch, which offers a space to explore your needs. I also work online. It is my belief that we can alter how we are and feel in our lives to improve the quality of our experience of life. I have been a practising psychotherapist for over 20 years and I am UKCP Accredited. I have experience of working with a wide range of different issues and I am happy to have a chat on the phone to see if we might like to work together - if I believe I am not the right psychotherapist for you, or that I do not have the necessary skills, I would let you know. I am a Provisional Supervising and Teaching Transactional Analyst and also a COSCA Accredited Trainer at both Counselling Skills and Diploma level. I facilitate both individual and group supervision, clinical and workplace. Please get in touch if you think I can be of help or support.

I am a qualified counsellor, psychotherapist and supervisor with many years of experience working with both individuals, couples and supervision groups. My therapy room is in Crowborough and is located in a tranquil, garden setting offering a safe, confidential environment. I offer face to face, online and “walk and talk” therapy sessions. I completed a four year training in Transactional Analysis and have received a Diploma in Counselling and have qualified as a Certified Transactional Analyst (CTA(P)), leading to UKCP Registration as a qualified psychotherapist. I am also an accredited member of BACP and have a second Diploma in Integrative Psychosexual Therapy. I completed a Diploma in Supervision over 10 years ago and have many years experience supervising individuals and groups. I am a professional member of UKATA, EATA, BACP and UKCP and abide by their code of ethics. I am professionally supervised by a qualified supervisor as part of my commitment to ethical practice. My primary theoretical approach is Transactional Analysis, which I studied for four years. I use person-centred skills in my work and believe that developing a solid therapeutic relationship presents you with very solid foundations for personal change. I also incorporate some creative techniques into my work when appropriate.

I am a qualified Psychologist and a UKATA and BACP registered Counsellor. I had my advanced clinical training in TA Psychotherapy practice. Before I trained to work as a counsellor, I worked as a psychologist in academia and have been working as a social researcher for the last twenty years in different organisations. I have substantial amount of expertise both in working with people from different backgrounds and in researching on a wide range of topics all very relevant to my client work. I am trained in Transactional Analysis (TA) which is a form of modern psychology that aims to promote personal change and growth using a set of tools. The application of TA tools can be a very effective way of thinking about the unconscious processes that drive our thoughts, feelings and behaviours within any given situation and in all relationships. If you are experiencing Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD), depression, grief/loss, social anxiety and trauma, our mutually agreed treatment plan for your needs can help you gain your sense of self again so that you can start enjoying your life. Life is full of challenges and different phases of our lives bring their own issues with them. Working on our part when dealing with these difficulties will bring about significant changes to the way we relate to significant others in our lives. I can help you identify what is getting in the way so that you can work on eliminating them to have a more fulfilled life. Building on our emotional literacy is a game changer. When we're able to tune into our own emotions and develop awareness of our 'emotional reference', we will become more aware of recognising it in others. This has a significant positive impact on improving our relationship with ourselves and with others, leading us having a more joyful and enjoyable life.

Wendy Gillah - Biography I have experience working psychotherapeutically as a counsellor with adults and couples with a wide variety of issues. I aim to provide a safe, and relaxed environment for clients to feel they can talk without judgement, and to work towards gaining greater personal understanding and insight. There are many reasons that people seek counselling, feeling anxious, unhappy, problems with relationships or simply not feeling like your authentic self, with the support of a trained counsellor, it is possible to identify unhelpful patterns of behaviour, to bring about change and to work towards a more fulfilling life. I have a UKATA Diploma in Transactional Analysis Practice and I am currently working towards advanced training Level 7 in Psychotherapy UKCP accredited (United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy). I have specific experience working with Drug and Alcohol Addiction. I am a registered member of UKATA (United Kingdom Association of Transactional Analysis) and I work in accordance with their Codes of Ethics and Professional Practice. I work online and in person and I enjoy working with a wide range of people from various backgrounds and a range of issues including: •Anxiety & Stress •Depression •Couples •Relationships & relationship problems •Abuse •Trauma •Self-confidence & low Self-esteem •Bereavement and loss •Addiction

Looking to better understand yourself, change difficult thoughts, feelings, relationships or behaviour? Perhaps you’re going through major life transitions? My passion is working with people to support them to find their own unique way through difficult experiences and feelings. I create a safe space for clients to feel seen, heard and understood. I help them to reflect on and make sense of difficult feelings, thoughts, behaviours and experiences to be more connected to themselves and others; to live life with greater awareness, vitality and joy. I am experienced working with people of all sexualities and identities. I am open minded and non-judgemental. At times I’ll challenge and encourage clients to take risks and, if they choose, to make changes. I seek to enable clients to develop new insights, self -care and self-compassion. Whatever brings you to therapy I seek to provide a safe, confidential space for you to explore and process difficult feelings and thoughts, find better ways to communicate, change problematic behaviour and to heal from trauma.

I am a Psychotherapist and Registered Mental Health Nurse by background. I have worked with Adults for many years who are wanting to explore and improve not only their mental health but there overall well being. I currently practise from my home.

I provide a confidential and safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings so we can understand your frame of reference and focus on what feels important to you. Being listened to by someone empathic and in a place free of judgement is a powerful way for you to make sense of what is going on for you. Together we can build on your inner resources and resilience helping you to experience a more fulfilling life. My approach is 'relational' whereby our relationship is an integral part of the work we do together. It is through the here-and-now of our relationship that we can uncover historical patterns of thinking, feeling, behaving, creating awareness of how these patterns may impact you and the way you relate in the present. We will focus on your wants and needs and together we will explore what you hope to achieve in our time together and what it is you would like to change.

Recently awarded Trauma Therapy Service of the Year 2022 - Hampshire, by Global Health & Pharma. I am a UKATA registered Certified Transactional Analyst (Psychotherapy) and BACP registered Counsellor/Therapist and Supervisor working in Winchester, and online. I have experience working with a wide range of issues with clients, although I am particularly passionate about working with clients who: - have experienced early attachment disruption - experienced, or are experiencing, trauma or abuse, including transgenerational / childhood / adulthood abuse - have a personality disorder diagnosis - experience dissociation / have a dissociative disorder - experience self harm or suicidal feeling, thoughts, or impulses I am a member of the following professional/membership bodies: - British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - UK Association for Transactional Analysis - European Association for Transactional Analysis - International Transactional Analysis Association - European Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation - International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation My initial training (BA degree) was in Integrative Counselling, offering a variety of ways of working with clients. I have subsequently trained in Internal Family Systems Therapy and ongoing Psychotherapy training in Transactional Analysis. Alongside training in therapeutic approaches, I have extensive training specialising in working with trauma. A synopsis of my main training is provided below (most recent first). - UKATA Diploma in TA Practice (UKATA, 2022) - Postgraduate Certificate (Level 7) in Supervision (Manchester Institute for Psychotherapy, 2021) - Certificate in Working with Groups (The Link Centre, 2021) - Certificate in Transactional Analysis (The Link Centre, 2020-2021) - Certificate in Internal Family Systems Therapy (Internal Family Systems Therapy Institute, 2020) - Postgraduate Certificate (Level 7) in Trauma Studies (University College Cork, 2019-2020) - BA(hons) Theology and Counselling (London School of Theology, 2014-2017) - Level 3 Certificate in Person Centred Counselling (City College, Southampton, 2013-2014) - Level 2 Certificate Introduction to Counselling (City College, Southampton, 2013) In addition to working as a counsellor/therapist, I also work as a clinical supervisor, both in my private practice, and for a local counselling organisation. I previously have had experience conducting annual reviews of the efficacy of Therapeutic Communities around the UK, and conducting a Serious Incident Investigation for a counselling organisation, making recommendations for reducing risk and improving safeguarding policies and procedures. I have a keen interest in research, particularly relating to TA, trauma, and dissociation.

We all experience times in our lives when we feel overwhelmed, distressed, sad, anxious, depressed or notice that we are not experiencing our “hoped for” relationships with ourselves or others. Having a safe space and someone to talk to can really make a difference. I believe that time spent focusing on our relationship with ourselves and others, can offer us the chance to see and understand our experiences differently; creating space for new and healthier outcomes. As a counsellor and CT Psychotherapist, I use TA framework as the basis for my practice. Calm, methodical and compassionate, I work within in a humanistic and Integrative framework, influenced by body Psychotherapy and Neurobiology. As such, I believe that relationship with my client is key and work with the need of individual based on what is relevant for them. Honesty, integrity and empathy lie at the heart of my work along with providing and holding safe boundaries in which people can explore and make meaning from their experience. I have many years experience working with both adults and children across the public and private sectors, supporting them through challenging times. I have experience working with children and young people, adult bereavement, and drug and alcohol addiction, domestic abuse and domestic violence, dis-regulated eating, anxiety and trauma. A UKATA and EATA endorsed member, I adhere to the UKATA code of Ethics and Professional Practice. I work with the support and guidance of a TA Specialist Supervisor for ongoing best practice and professional development.

I believe that everybody has the right to be happy and to reach their potential, and I also recognise that life enhancing changes may be necessary for people to achieve this. My name is Jules Marshall, I am an experienced Psychotherapist, Supervisor and Mindfulness teacher based in Carmarthenshire. I offer Counselling, Psychotherapy, Supervision and Mindfulness courses to individuals, couples and groups. My Therapy room is easily accessible in Llandeilo where there is parking close by and I also offer online session via Zoom. Individual Therapy Individual therapy is an opportunity to look at yourself and how you are with the world in a safe, confidential environment. As a therapist I am there to facilitate awareness of your options and possible choices in a supportive way. The initial consultation is an opportunity for us to discuss your needs and to make a decision about whether we wish to work together. The sessions will take place in Llandeilo or on- line and will last for 50 minutes. Sessions usually take place on a weekly basis, the total number of which will depend on your individual requirements. I also offer telephone counselling if appropriate Couples Therapy Relationships with others, particularly within marriages and partnerships, is something we all have problems with at some point in our lives. There may come a time when the issues appear to be so overwhelming that a solution seems to be impossible. The ability to relate effectively is of vital importance to all of us. Couples therapy is an opportunity to discuss issues such as conflict, family stress, unmet personal and relationship needs in a 'neutral territory' with an unbiased observer who can provide feedback and information coupled with confidential and non-judgemental support. Sessions usually last 60 or 90 minutes and can take place on a weekly basis, the total number of which will depend on your individual requirements. Group Therapy What is Group Therapy? A group of people that come together with a Group leader who acts as the facilitator and provides an environment that is both supportive and challenging. Transactional analysis was originally practised as a group therapy as its emphasis has always been on understanding interactions. What are some of the advantages of Group Therapy? Groups generate a social environment in which clients can benefit from each other’s work, which may then enable them to gain insight or may trigger other issues for them. MIndfulness Courses Finding a way to relax and escape the stress and anxieties of life is difficult to do. If your curious about meditation, how to start, how it can help you to help yourself, if you like the idea of spending more time in the present moment. Mindfulness meditation whether its the 8 week MBSR course or individual sessions combined with Psychotherapy contact me.