At South Wales Psychologist, we provide a wide range of psychological therapies designed to support you in overcoming various mental health difficulties. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or stress, our professional psychologists are here to help. We specialise in trauma therapies such as Eye Movement Desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR).
We work with major health insurance providers such as BUPA and AXA, ensuring that your therapy is covered by trusted insurers. If you are in need of a compassionate and qualified psychologist in the Newport area, reach out to us today.
As an experienced psychologist in Newport, I provide a wide range of psychological therapies tailored to meet individual needs. I have extensive experience working with various mental health problems, including anxiety, depression, burnout and stress. My specialism is in treating trauma, including Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD). Through my trauma-focused approach, I help individuals in Newport and surrounding areas to reclaim control of their lives, lessening the psychological impact of their past experiences. I offer trauma therapies in a safe and compassionate space where you can deal with your past, reducing the intensity of traumatic memories and the distress associated with them. I offer professional psychological assessments and diagnoses for both PTSD and CPTSD. These assessments help to determine the degree to which trauma has impacted your mental health and provide clarity for effective treatment options. My in-depth evaluations are designed to offer a personalised recovery plan, helping you move forward with practical, evidence-based recommendations.
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a form of therapy and has gained recognition and widespread use for its effectiveness in treating conditions like PTSD, anxiety, depression, and phobias.
EMDR involves the person recalling distressing memories while the therapist guides them through bilateral stimulation, such as side-to-side eye movements, tapping, or auditory tones. This process is thought to help reprocess the traumatic memories and reduce their emotional impact.
In EMDR we address the negative beliefs associated with the trauma and help to develop new more balanced ways of thinking about ourselves.
In intensive therapy you are invited to attend therapy 2/3 times a week over a 2 week period. Traditionally, therapy sessions are held weekly over several months. This is effective but can be a long process for those who are keen to see a quick improvement in their difficulties.
Intensive trauma therapy enables you to come to a quicker resolution with your trauma symptoms such as re-experiencing and anxiety.
I have trained with Suzie Matthijsen, Clinical psychologist who developed the CPTSD intensive programme and replicate the model used.
Intensive therapy involves education about trauma and two therapy sessions a day including EMDR.
We work on one trauma memory a day and identify what needs to be worked on in an initial assessment appointment.
EMDR informed coaching can help you to find the reasons you are feeling stuck in life and address the self limiting beliefs and past experiences that are getting in your way. In EMDR coaching, we will utilise a variety of psychological techniques, including EMDR, CBT and coaching tools. We identify and explore the unhelpful beliefs, feelings, and past experiences that are getting in the way of achieving what you want in your career or life. Together, we will address these barriers, enabling you to access success and help you to feel more confident. Through our sessions, I will support you in softening these limiting beliefs and emotions, and helping you to achieve your goals.
I am skilled in supervising experienced and newly qualified mental health practitioners and can provide a safe reflective space to help you enhance your therapeutic skills and grow in your practice. I offer supervision and training for Psychologists and Counsellors. If you're a fellow practitioner seeking guidance and support, please get in touch.