About Monique
I am a Certified Counselling Practitioner foundation in Humanistic with an integrative Approach (Diploma) Specialising in Trauma Work.
Is Studying a Masters In War and Psychiatry with Kings College London, which looks at understanding how individuals, both members of the armed forces and civilians, prepare for and cope with psychological trauma.
Holds a 1st Class Honours in BSc Hons Psychology and is a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society (BPS)
Volunteered with New Pathways as a counsellor specialising in working with Trauma, from Sexual Assault, Abuse and Rape and domestic abuse / violence, for 2 years.
Other experiences include:
Supporting patients within a female CAMHS Secure unit & also Womens refuge.
Is a Veteran of the Armed Forces.
A small business owner and managing director for 20+ years
That has been accredited by the Professional Standards Authority with the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS).
ABOUT Steve
I am an experienced qualified counselling practitioner and a member of the BACP whose ethical frame work I adhere to. I’m trained in an Integrative approach using a basis in humanistic therapy so I can adapt my modality to the client in front of me.
I work with many different issues from Trauma to grief and loss, anxiety and behavioural problems with many more in between. I’m an experienced young persons counsellor and work with in an organisation that provides counselling to the the secondary schools in Torfaen and also an out of schools service working with 11 to 20 year olds including family based sessions. I undertake regular training opportunities to expand my knowledge and experience.
In my private practice I work with adults of all ages and demographics helping with various aspects of mental health issues across multiple locations and organisations in South Wales.
I’m available to book privately at my Cardiff Bay office on Wednesdays and my Pontypool office on Fridays.
I’ve had a varied life and working experience including running my own business. During my time to become a counsellor I’ve volunteered with Mind and Sesame counselling and continue to work with the Mental and wellbeing charity TidyButt.
I believe I’m open, empathic and honest with my clients, I aim to provide a safe and supportive environment as we explore the issues that’s brought you.
The room where we work Face to Face
About the Work
We Are trained from a Humanistic Foundation with Integrative approach
Areas We work with:
Trauma
Domestic Abuse, Sexual Assault & Rape
Grief & Loss
Stress Management
Anger Management
Anxiety & Depression
Addiction
Couples Therapy
We also work online And use either Teams or Skype
Why Counselling
Counselling is often seen as a professional service for people in crisis, but it can also be beneficial to people who are not in crisis. Counselling can be used to improve someone's mental health and well-being.
Counselling can be of assistance to people of any age and is effective for all kinds of issues, such as poor self-esteem, relationship difficulties, divorce, bereavement, work-related stress, illness, etc. Counselling can also be used for many aspects of life that are not strictly mental health-related but can be very helpful in improving someone's quality of life.