About Me

A Safe, Supportive Space

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.

Who I Am

I am a BACP Registered and Accredited Counsellor and an EMDR Europe Accredited Therapist, offering both short- and long-term counselling and psychotherapy. With over 30 years’ experience, I provide therapy in a comfortable, private setting in Radyr, Cardiff, as well as online sessions for those who prefer this option.

What I Offer

  • Counselling & Psychotherapy for a wide range of issues
  • EMDR Therapy for trauma and distressing experiences
  • Flexible online and in-person sessions

Areas of Experience

I have worked extensively with:

  • Stress, anxiety, and depression
  • Trauma and abuse (physical, sexual, emotional)
  • Bereavement and loss
  • Relationship and self-esteem issues
  • Self-harm and suicidal feelings
  • Alcohol and drug-related concerns
  • Employment and mental health challenges

My Approach

I work integratively, drawing on Person-Centred and Humanistic principles, alongside approaches such as:

  • Motivational Interviewing – supporting behaviour change
  • Cognitive Behavioural techniques (CBT)
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Gestalt and Psychodynamic Therapy
  • EMDR for trauma recovery

This flexibility allows me to tailor therapy to your unique needs.

Professional Background

My career began in Cardiff County Council, where I worked for 14 years as a Senior Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor within the Alcohol & Drug Team and Employee Counselling Service. I then spent 11 years as a University Lecturer in Counselling & Psychotherapy, 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.

Since 2008, I have worked in private practice, offering counselling, psychotherapy, and clinical supervision.

Qualifications

  • EMDR Accredited Training (2019)
  • Diploma in Counselling Supervision (2009)
  • MA Psychology (1992)
  • BA (Hons) Applied Social Sciences (1990) …and many additional specialist trainings, including online and telephone counselling.

Get in Touch

If you’d like to explore working together, please email therapy@lizmrcounselling.com or call/text 07507 365 980. All messages are treated confidentially.