- Person centred
- Relationship counselling
- Compassion focused
About Sian
Sian Llewellyn is a counsellor based in Wales who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression and relationship concerns. She also supports people dealing with trauma, addiction, body image and self‑esteem struggles. Sian works with issues around parenting, grief, intimacy and life changes. Her approach aims to offer a steady, non‑judgemental place to talk and work through hard things.
Sian trained at Worcester University and gained a Foundation Degree in Person Centred Counselling. She also holds an accredited Diploma in Relationship Counselling and an accredited Diploma in CBT, and she has studied psychology and Compassion Focused Therapy. Her registration is with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
In sessions she draws on person‑centred values of empathy and genuine presence. She uses practical techniques from cognitive behavioural approaches and compassion‑focused ideas to help with overwhelming thoughts and harsh self‑judgement. Attachment‑informed work helps when relationship patterns and childhood losses keep resurfacing.
Sian describes her work as warm and down to earth. She says small steps matter and aims to help people notice change over time. Many clients use the space to learn new ways to manage anxiety, set boundaries, and cope with grief or life transitions.
She has around ten years' experience working in counselling and independent practice. Prospective clients are invited to use the Start Therapy process to match with her and schedule sessions according to availability.
Sian trained at Worcester University and gained a Foundation Degree in Person Centred Counselling. She also holds an accredited Diploma in Relationship Counselling and an accredited Diploma in CBT, and she has studied psychology and Compassion Focused Therapy. Her registration is with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
In sessions she draws on person‑centred values of empathy and genuine presence. She uses practical techniques from cognitive behavioural approaches and compassion‑focused ideas to help with overwhelming thoughts and harsh self‑judgement. Attachment‑informed work helps when relationship patterns and childhood losses keep resurfacing.
Sian describes her work as warm and down to earth. She says small steps matter and aims to help people notice change over time. Many clients use the space to learn new ways to manage anxiety, set boundaries, and cope with grief or life transitions.
She has around ten years' experience working in counselling and independent practice. Prospective clients are invited to use the Start Therapy process to match with her and schedule sessions according to availability.
How Sian’s approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on noticing thoughts and values, then taking small actions that matter. It can help with anxiety, low mood and getting unstuck when worry feels constant. Attachment‑based work looks at how early relationships shape current patterns and helps people change those repeating cycles in close relationships.These approaches sit alongside a person‑centred way of working that prioritises empathy and a collaborative relationship. The therapist will discuss what feels most useful and adapt methods to fit the client’s goals. Choosing an approach is a shared process and can change as therapy progresses.
Practical benefits of online work include fitting sessions into busy days and reducing travel time. Online appointments can make it easier to have shorter check‑ins, schedule sessions around work, or stay consistent when life is unpredictable. The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm which formats are offered before booking. Registered or accredited professionals can guide choices about approach and practical arrangements during the initial matching and scheduling steps.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyEmotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness Therapy
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
See below
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Sian commonly help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship issues, plus trauma, addiction, eating and self‑esteem concerns.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is person centred and warm, offering empathy and a steady presence while using practical CBT and compassion ideas when helpful.
What kind of clinical background does she have?
She trained at Worcester University with a Foundation Degree in Person Centred Counselling and has further diplomas in relationship counselling and CBT.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Can people who speak other languages work with her?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.