Counselling Testimonial

Date: 20 December 2021 | By: newpathway

‘There have been times that knowing I am having counselling is the only thing that has kept me going through social isolation. It has been a Godsend. I am so lucky to be able to continue with it through telephone counselling'.

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"Just wanted to say a massive thank you again for being my counsellor and bringing me back to life! I genuinely have no idea where I would be right now if it wasn't for your kindness, empathy and support. You have changed my life and made me realise my value and worth"

Counselling Client, South Wales

"I can now talk to my mum-I couldn't do that before. And I now feel that I'm an okay person. I look into my soothing box and breathe and breathe and breathe!'… 'I couldn't talk to mam or dad before but then I could and that feels better, not so on my own- less lonely-like you said really'. Thank you for helping me all the way through."

Children and Youth Service

"My counsellor has been really supportive and I have been able to open up to her easily. Counselling has helped me in so many ways. I will be eternally grateful."

Counselling Client, Swansea

"Counselling was a safe space where I could talk about difficult things. In the sessions I was encouraged to connect with my emotions and understand them. It was done in a gentle way and reassuring way. Even on the phone and in my own home, I was able to explore my thoughts and emotions without fear."

Counselling Client, Cwm Taf

"[Counselling] has helped me to make sense of the abuse I suffered as a child and learn that it wasn't my fault. My self-esteem and self-worth have improved my confidence has grown. I have learned coping strategies to help manage any symptoms that still affect me. "

Counselling Client, Cwm Taf

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