About Amanda
I’m a CPCAB qualified Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor and a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I run a private practice in Watford offering short term goal focussed counselling as well as longer term analytical psychotherapy.
I specialise in mental health having worked for many years for mental health charities (Herts Mind Network, Mind and The New Leaf College) both counselling and writing. In addition to delivering wellbeing courses such as anxiety management, mindfulness and post-natal depression. I also work with couples providing relationship therapy.
Beginning therapy can feel daunting for many. It’s important to me that you feel safe within therapy so that we can do the best possible work together. I’m dedicated and passionate about creating a therapy for your unique needs. One size does not fit all. Some like it as simply a space to be heard, others may like the more analytic, proactive psychotherapy approach.
Whatever your reason for coming to therapy, I provide a safe and supportive environment with a gentle, confidential, listening ear. Be brave, take that first step in the right direction to take control of your life. Make positive changes and support you in moving forward; letting you live life fully and in the way that you deserve. Counselling can’t take the away the past, but it can take the power out of the memories. Leaving you at peace, to help you become more self-aware and grow as a person, to become stronger than ever before. Just imagine feeling comfortable in your own shoes…
Amanda Wells
I’m an experienced, empathic and dedicated counsellor who works with individuals and couples. I work from a holistic perspective creating a therapy unique to you. I’m also passionate about creating and teaching wellbeing courses for mental health charities.
How I Can Help You
Anxiety and Depression Management
Anxiety and depression can hit at any time, nobody is infallible.
Bereavement
Losing a loved one can be enormously distressing, confusing and complex.
Complex PTSD and Trauma
PTSD can occur after a traumatic event. Complex PTSD can occur after multiple complicated trauma such as repeated childhood sexual, physical...
Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is an uncomfortable topic for most and sadly too common for all genders.
Relationship Therapy
Couples therapy can be a powerful way for two people to explore and heal their relationship if that is what you both want.
Self-esteem and Confidence
Everyone has a presenting self, which can be useful for professional situations.
Self-harm
Self-harm is often a way to release that internal build-up of pressure and cope with overwhelming distress.
Sexuality
A person’s sexuality is as unique as the intricacies of your personality.