Counselling and therapeutic practice in bridgend, SOUth WALES AND ONLINE ACROSS THE UK.
Counselling and therapeutic practice in Bridgend, South Wales and online across the UK.
Welcome, and thank you for visiting Solacis Therapy.
You don’t need to have everything figured out before you reach out.
Whether you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck, dealing with change, or simply finding life difficult, therapy can give you a place to pause and figure out what you need.
At Solacis Therapy, I offer a warm, down-to-earth and collaborative approach to counselling for adults and young people. Together, we can explore what’s happening for you, make sense of difficult thoughts and feelings, and consider what might help you move forward.
Perhaps you’re finding life difficult right now…
You might be:
- Feeling anxious, overwhelmed or constantly on edge
- Struggling with confidence or self-esteem
- Experiencing stress, low mood or emotional exhaustion
- Going through a significant change or transition
- Dealing with grief, loss or bereavement
- Finding relationships or family life difficult
- Struggling to understand your thoughts, feelings or reactions
- Living with the effects of difficult or traumatic experiences
- Feeling stuck and unsure how to move forward
- Finding everyday life harder than it seems to be for other people
You don’t need a diagnosis or a perfect explanation of what’s wrong before you can come to counselling.
Sometimes knowing that something doesn’t feel right is enough.
Meet Summer
I qualified as a clinical hypnotherapist way back in 2007. Since then, I have gained experience both personally and professionally. I worked for 14 years in the mental health sector before embarking on my counselling journey. After studying at the University of South Wales in Newport, I am now a fully qualified, pluralistic counsellor and therapeutic practitioner.
I work with people from all walks of life and backgrounds, coming to me with a diverse range of problems. I work with children, young people, and adults. As a fully qualified counsellor, I am a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and abide by its code of ethics.
Choosing to see a counsellor is a brave and meaningful step towards caring for yourself. It’s an important decision and often a valuable part of personal growth and emotional well-being. If you’re wondering whether Solacis Therapy might be the right fit for you, I invite you to read on and learn more about the approach and support I offer..
How therapy can be beneficial - My approach as a Pluralistic practitioner.
Life can be challenging, and at times, overwhelming. Whether you’re facing a specific issue or feeling stuck in a way of living that no longer serves you, therapy offers a safe and supportive space to reflect, heal, and grow.
As a pluralistic counsellor, I believe that no single therapeutic approach works for everyone. Each person is unique—and so is the way we work together. I draw from a range of evidence-based methods to tailor our sessions to your individual needs, goals, and preferences. This means we can explore different techniques and perspectives, working collaboratively to find what truly resonates with you.
Therapy with me is not about giving advice or finding quick fixes. It’s about developing insight, discovering your strengths, and creating meaningful change on your own terms. Together, we can identify what matters most to you, understand patterns that may be holding you back, and uncover new, empowering ways of living.
Ultimately, my aim is to support you in becoming more self-aware, confident, and connected—to yourself and others.
People come to me for help a wide range of issues. Here are a few of the more common difficulties that can be supported through therapy:
Feelings of stress or anxiety
Panic attacks
Relationship problems
Grief, loss or bereavement
Life transitions
Trauma and post-traumatic stress
Abuse
Depression
Problems with confidence or self-esteem
Anger management
Issues relating to sexuality
Difficulties at work or in retirement
Problems with family or school life
Coping with new circumstances in life
Speaking confidentially
Solacis therapy takes place in a secure and confidential environment, enabling you to speak openly with a trained professional who will truly hear you, listening with empathy and without judgement. It is an opportunity to share your thoughts in a space designed to support honest reflection and gain emotional clarity.
Understanding life's challenges
Whether you are navigating relationship difficulties, experiencing anxiety or panic attacks, low mood, or feeling overwhelmed - numerous individuals encounter challenges in their daily lives that can feel difficult to manage alone. Counselling offers a way to explore the underlying causes of these challenges and supports you to find clearer, healthier ways to cope, at your own pace.
Collaboration
Through collaboration with your therapist, you will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges you are encountering and find the best way to work together in accordance with your therapeutic needs and preferences.
Contact Me
Current availability
I currently offer face-to-face appointments in Bridgend on selected weekdays, and online appointments are available via Microsoft Teams.
If you’d like to enquire about availability, please get in touch.
All enquires are usually answered within 24-48 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential and uses secure phone and email services.
My Location
I offer counselling sessions from my practice based in Bridgend South Wales. I can also reach clients across the UK with online and telephone counselling services.
Fees and Sessions
Individual counselling
Sessions are approximately 50-60 minutes and can be offered face-to-face in Bridgend or online via Microsoft Teams
I currently offer both shorter-term and longer-term counselling, depending on your needs and what we agree together.
£55 per session.
Block bookings
If you know you'd like to work together for several sessions, you can book a block of six sessions with a 10% discount.
6 sessions £297
Your first session
Your first session is charged at the usual session rate of £55.
I don't offer a reduced "assessment" fee because the first session is the same length as a standard session and includes the same dedicated therapeutic time.
It is also an opportunity for you to decide whether you feel comfortable working with me.
Payments and Cancellations
Payment arrangements will be agreed before sessions begin.
Further information about payment, cancellations and the counselling agreement is available as part of the initial contracting process.
Cancellation Policy
I ask for at least 24 hours' notice if you need to cancel or rearrange an appointment.
Appointments cancelled with less than 24 hours ' notice will be charged at the full session fee, except where there are exceptional circumstances.
I'll always aim to discuss any difficulties with you openly and fairly.
If yo would like a copy of my full terms and conditions before arranging an appointment, please ask.
Frequently Asked Questions
Counseling is typically used to address current issues and can be resolved in a limited number of sessions, while therapy delves deeper into more substantial life problems and may require a longer-term approach. The choice between the two depends on the client's specific needs and circumstances. Sometimes, counseling may work well as a long-term option, while therapy could resolve an issue in just a few sessions. Solacis therapy offers both services and works with your needs collaborating over how many sessions and how often you require them.
The duration of counseling varies for each person and depends on the complexity of their issues. While some individuals may find that a few sessions are sufficient to address their concerns and move forward, others may require a more flexible and extended approach. Before starting our work together, we will mutually decide on the number of sessions and review our progress at the end of that agreed-upon period. If both parties believe that further therapy would be beneficial, sessions can continue.
The goal is to schedule an initial assessment within 1 week. Following the assessment, we will arrange regular sessions for the same time each week based on mutual availability. The start date for these sessions will depend on the availability of open time slots. We are currently taking bookings to start in July 2026.
Anything shared during our sessions is kept confidential. This privacy is essential in counselling and sets it apart from casual conversations with friends or family. However, there are rare situations where I may need to breach confidentiality if there is a risk of harm to you or others, but I would always try to discuss this with you first.
I am normally asked this question by individuals who are feeling anxious about starting counselling or who are seeking support when seeing a therapist. This worry is natural, but it's important for you to feel comfortable discussing any concerns that are significant to you during therapy. Having someone else present may hinder your ability to open up about these issues, so I prefer not to see clients accompanied by friends or family.