{"id":424,"date":"2026-01-15T14:11:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T14:11:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lizmillerroyalcounselling.com\/?page_id=424"},"modified":"2026-01-15T14:11:00","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T14:11:00","slug":"about-me","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/lizmillerroyalcounselling.com\/?page_id=424","title":{"rendered":"About Me"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>About Me<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Safe, Supportive Space<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I believe that feeling understood and accepted is the foundation for growth. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your needs, creating a space where you can explore challenges and discover your own strengths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who I Am<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I am a <strong>BACP Registered and Accredited Counsellor<\/strong> and an <strong>EMDR Europe Accredited Therapist<\/strong>, offering both short- and long-term counselling and psychotherapy. With over <strong>30 years\u2019 experience<\/strong>, I provide therapy in a comfortable, private setting in <strong>Radyr, Cardiff<\/strong>, as well as online sessions for those who prefer this option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What I Offer<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Counselling &amp; Psychotherapy for a wide range of issues<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>EMDR Therapy for trauma and distressing experiences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flexible online and in-person sessions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Areas of Experience<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I have worked extensively with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Stress, anxiety, and depression<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trauma and abuse (physical, sexual, emotional)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bereavement and loss<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Relationship and self-esteem issues<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Self-harm and suicidal feelings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alcohol and drug-related concerns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Employment and mental health challenges<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>My Approach<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I work <strong>integratively<\/strong>, drawing on Person-Centred and Humanistic principles, alongside approaches such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Motivational Interviewing<\/strong> \u2013 supporting behaviour change<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cognitive Behavioural techniques (CBT)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Solution-Focused Therapy<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gestalt and Psychodynamic Therapy<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>EMDR for trauma recovery<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This flexibility allows me to tailor therapy to your unique needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Professional Background<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>My career began in <strong>Cardiff County Council<\/strong>, where I worked for 14 years as a Senior Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor within the Alcohol &amp; Drug Team and Employee Counselling Service. I then spent 11 years as a <strong>University Lecturer in Counselling &amp; Psychotherapy<\/strong>, sharing my passion for this profession with postgraduate students. Other roles have included Clinical Manager of a community counselling service, school counselling, and supporting adults in detox programmes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since 2008, I have worked in <strong>private practice<\/strong>, offering counselling, psychotherapy, and clinical supervision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Qualifications<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>EMDR Accredited Training (2019)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diploma in Counselling Supervision (2009)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>MA Psychology (1992)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>BA (Hons) Applied Social Sciences (1990) \u2026and many additional specialist trainings, including online and telephone counselling.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Get in Touch<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019d like to explore working together, please email <strong>therapy@lizmrcounselling.com<\/strong> or call\/text <strong>07507 365 980<\/strong>. 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