Business Details
13 Years
experience
Trauma & Anxiety Counselling in Carmarthen
With over two decades of dedicated experience in counselling and psychotherapy, I provide professional support for individuals navigating emotional challenges. As an accredited senior member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP) and registered with the UK Register of Counselling Professionals (UKRCP), my practice combines academic excellence and practical expertise. Holding an MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy alongside a BSc in Human Relations and Organisational Behaviour from the University of San Francisco, I specialise in addressing grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties.My training in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) offers effective solutions for PTSD and related distress. I create a relaxed, confidential environment where clients feel comfortable exploring sensitive issues, offering both short-term and long-term face-to-face sessions for individuals, couples, and groups. Evening and weekend appointments ensure accessibility for all clients.
Services
Counselling
Psychotherapy
EMDR Therapy
Couples Counselling
Supervision for Counsellors
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- 20 years of specialist experience in trauma and anxiety counselling
- BACP-accredited senior practitioner with advanced EMDR training
- Confidential, non-judgmental therapeutic environment guaranteed
- Flexible appointment times including evenings and weekends
- Proven success in resolving complex emotional and relationship issues
Associations and certifications
- BACP
- UKRCP
Services
Counselling
Professional talking therapy addressing stress, emotional difficulties, and mental health challenges. Sessions provide confidential, non-judgmental support through structured conversations. Helps clients achieve symptom relief and practical solutions for issues like anxiety, depression, and grief.
Psychotherapy
Exploratory therapy focusing on emotional development and behavioural patterns. Addresses deep-seated trauma and psychological scars through sustained therapeutic engagement. Promotes self-awareness, healthier thinking patterns, and personal growth for lasting mental wellbeing improvements.
EMDR Therapy
Specialised trauma therapy using bilateral stimulation to process distressing memories. Effective for PTSD and related conditions, reducing emotional distress through structured protocols. Helps clients reprocess traumatic experiences and develop coping mechanisms for improved daily functioning.
Couples Counselling
Therapeutic support for relationship challenges and communication difficulties. Addresses conflicts, emotional disconnect, and partnership stressors through guided sessions. Helps couples develop healthier interaction patterns and resolve relationship issues constructively.
Supervision for Counsellors
Support service for mental health professionals seeking practice development. Offers experienced perspective on challenging cases and ethical dilemmas. Provides continuing professional development opportunities for therapists in a supportive learning environment.
People
Margaret Akmakjian-pitz
Senior Counsellor & Psychotherapist
Accredited BACP senior member with 20 years' experience in trauma therapy. Holds MA in Counselling and BSc in Organisational Behaviour. Specialises in EMDR therapy for PTSD and complex emotional issues.
Questions
What types of issues do you typically help clients with?
I specialise in trauma recovery, anxiety management, depression treatment, relationship counselling, and grief processing using evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Are evening and weekend appointments available?
Yes, I offer flexible scheduling with evening and weekend appointments to accommodate working professionals and caregivers.
What is EMDR therapy and how does it work?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a trauma therapy that helps reprocess distressing memories through guided bilateral stimulation techniques to reduce emotional distress.
How long are typical counselling sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes, with extended sessions available for intensive therapy needs or specific treatment protocols.
Is online counselling available?
Currently I only offer face-to-face sessions in my Carmarthen practice to maintain optimal therapeutic engagement and confidentiality.
What qualifications do you hold?
I have an MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy and a BSc in Human Relations, with 20 years' clinical experience and BACP senior accreditation.