Compassionate Counselling & Therapy in Cardiff
Confidential, tailored therapy sessions either face‑to‑face in Cardiff or securely online
Types of Therapy
Choose from counselling, CBT, hypnotherapy, EFT, or hypnobirthing. Each tailored to support your wellbeing in a safe, supportive space.
Counselling
Supportive therapy for anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and life changes. Tailored to your unique emotional needs.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Practical tools and strategies to manage anxiety, low mood, and unhelpful thought patterns.
Hypnotherapy
Guided therapy to overcome phobias, habits, low confidence, pain, sleep issues, and stress.
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)
Quick, gentle tapping therapy to release stress, reduce anxiety, and restore emotional balance.
Hypnobirthing
Empowering antenatal course with birth trauma support for a calmer, more confident birth experience.
Online Therapy
Professional therapy sessions via secure video. Flexible, private, and accessible from home.
Find out a little more about me
With over 30 years’ experience, I offer person-centred therapy tailored to your needs. As a qualified counsellor, hypnotherapist, CBT practitioner and former nurse/midwife, I bring a calm, compassionate approach to your wellbeing journey.
FAQs
I offer a range of therapies, including:
Counselling – for anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and more
CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) – practical tools to challenge unhelpful thinking
Hypnotherapy – for phobias, habits, sleep, confidence, and relaxation
EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) – to reduce emotional distress and trauma
Hypnobirthing – MHBA-certified support for pregnancy, birth, and postpartum wellbeing
Each session is tailored to your individual needs.
You can email me directly at e.parke@mac.com - call/text +447866 252294 or use my website contact form. I offer a free 10-minute phone consultation to help you decide whether therapy with me feels right for you.
Yes. Online therapy is available via Zoom, FaceTime, or WhatsApp. It offers flexibility and convenience while still creating a supportive, confidential space.
I offer in-person therapy in Cardiff in a calm, private setting in the Pen-y-lan area of Cardiff as well as online sessions for clients across the UK.
The first session is about getting to know you. We’ll talk through what’s bringing you to therapy, what you’d like to achieve, and how I can best support you. There’s no pressure or obligation to continue.
Sessions last 60 minutes. Frequency can be discussed and adapted as therapy progresses.
My fees are £70 per session with some limited concessions for low paid workers and students – please contact me for more details.
In an emergency I will attempt to see you as soon as possible.
However where immediate help is required please contact
1. Your own GP within surgery hours. Out of hours GP contact dial 111.
2. Attend your local Accident and Emergency Department 24/7
3. Contact Samaritans on 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org
If you feel your life or someone else's life is at risk:
1. Call 999
2. Go to A&E
That’s no problem - just let me know as soon as possible.
Yes, I am:
- A registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) – Reg. no. 045310
- An accredited member of the General Hypnotherapy Register (GHR) – Reg. no. 5514
- A member of the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC) – Reg. no. 000025-J12
- Fully insured and hold a current, valid DBS certificate
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Why Choose Elaine Parke Therapies?
I’m a fully qualified therapist in counselling, CBT, hypnotherapy, EFT, and hypnobirthing, registered with BACP, CNHC, and GHR. My approach is ethical, supportive, and tailored to you.
30+
Years of experience as a therapist, counsellor and former nurse/midwife
2,500+
Previous clients with a range of needs and requirements.
