Counselling & Psychotherapy for couples and individuals in Chepstow & Bristol (near Newport, Monmouth, Cardiff, South Gloucestershire & Henleaze)
Who am I?
My name is Isabel Davies, I work in Chepstow and Westbury-On-Trym, Bristol (convenient for Newport, South Gloucestershire, Henleaze, Cardiff, & Monmouth) I see couples seeking relationship counselling and psychotherapy for individuals.
I offer appointments face to face and online
I am an accredited Psychotherapist registered with the UKCP and Relate qualified Couple Counsellor. I am committed to providing couple counselling and individual therapy in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment.
Working online
Working on line is a great way of doing therapy and supervision, and can feel more comfortable meeting from your own space. It saves time, and also convenient for couples who are in separate locations.
Couple Counselling
Couple Counselling is for anyone who is experiencing difficulties with their relationship, you may be single, married, living together or apart, LGBTQI+, non monogamous or anything in between.
"The propensity to make strong emotional bonds to particular individuals
[is] a basic component of human nature"
John Bowlby
There are different reasons couples chose relationship counselling
I see couples where certain life changes have a negative impact on their relationship, such as redundancy, bereavement, and ill health which may bring up feelings of anxiety, depression and uncertainty. There may be times when you both feel in a rut and find you don't communicate as well as you used to. Perhaps you don't spend as much quality time together and this can often lead to both feeling isolated, whereas at one time your relationship was close. There may be issues around trust, particularly if an affair has taken place, as this can bring feelings of uncertainty of whether your relationship can survive.
Couple Counselling provides a confidential and supportive place in which to discuss these issues, giving you the time to openly communicate what you each need to improve your relationship. Open and honest communication can create the relationship you want as a couple, bringing you closer together in the longer term. There are times when there needs to be a discussion around separation, as this may be the best outcome for both of you and how this can be achieved particularly when there are children to consider.
Individual Counselling & Psychotherapy
There are times in your life when you feel you need to speak to someone outside your family or friendship circle. You may be experiencing a particularly stressful time, or feel depressed and anxious or you may not be aware of the reasons you are feeling unhappy and dissatisfied with your life. You may be experiencing difficulties in your relationship and your partner does not want to attend couple counselling. You are single and find forming and/or maintaining relationships difficult, or feel you are consistently repeating the same negative patterns in your relationships.
The style of counselling I work within is Gestalt Psychotherapy having trained as a Gestalt psychotherapist, the emphasis is on the present moment, however past life experiences can also be explored, particularly when you feel these experiences continue to affect you as an adult. This may affect your relationship with your partner, children, family or friends or you may feel your past experiences are preventing you from being the person you want to be.
I work face to face with individuals and couples and also online.
"One of the most courageous things you can do is identify yourself,
know who you are, what you believe in and where you want to go."
Sheila Murray Bethel
What happens at my first appointment?
Your first appointment gives you an opportunity to explore what brings you for therapy and what you are wanting from this process. We will both discuss whether my service suits your needs and if agreed will discuss number of appointments required
How often will I have appointment
Appointments take an hour and usually take place once a week but can take place fortnightly depending on your needs. The number of appointments is tailored to the needs of the couple or individual depending on what is discussed at the initial appointment.
How to start?
If you are interested in an appointment or want more information ring, text or email.
My telephone number is 07830008016
How much will it cost?
Appointments
Couples £70 per session
Individuals £60 per session
Please let me know if you are on a low income or you are a student, as I offer a reduced rate.
WHERE I WORK
The Wellbeing Centre in Chepstow - From 7th May 2025
The Wellbeing Centre
Manor House
Bank Street
Chepstow NP16 5EL
The Courtyard/The Fisheries in Chepstow - Until 3rd June 2025
Gestalt Centre Wales,
The Courtyard/The Fisheries
Stuart House,
The Back,
Chepstow
NP16 5HH
Parking
There is plenty of choice of pay and display carparks.
There is also 3 hour free car parking in Tesco, Station Rd, Chepstow, NP16 5PB
Carparks
First closest car park short walk away from venue
Drill Hall Car Park
28 Lower Church St
Chepstow, NP16 5HE, UK
Second closest to venue within walking distance
Castle Dell
2 Bridge Street,
Chepstow
NP19 5GA
Third closest carpark within walking distance
Nelson Street
14 Upper Church Street,
Chepstow
NP16 5HT
Buses & Trains
The area is well served by buses which run frequently between Chepstow, Newport, Cardiff, Bristol, Monmouth and Wye valley area. Chepstow train station is within walking distance of Chepstow town centre.
Bristol - New location coming soon
Please note that I am no longer based at The Practice Rooms in Westbury-on-Trym, Bristol BS9
My practice in Bristol is closed for the time being but I will be working there again from July onwards, at a different address
The Wellbeing Centre
Chepstow NP16 5EL
Bristol (July 2025 onwards)