Compassionate Counselling in
Stockton-on-Tees & Online
Honouring your story. Nurturing transformation. Helping you rediscover your light.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. You may be experiencing anxiety, stress, grief, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties or simply feel disconnected from yourself. Perhaps you've been trying to manage things alone, but something still feels unresolved. Whatever has brought you here, you don't have to face it alone.
At Cahya Counselling and Mindful Services, I offer compassionate, professional counselling for adults in Norton, Stockton-on-Tees, and online across the UK.
My aim is to provide a safe and confidential space where you can feel heard, understood and supported. Together, we can explore your experiences, develop greater self-awareness and work towards meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you.
NCPS Accredited Counsellor | Face-to-face in Norton, Stockton-on-Tees | Online counselling across the UK
A space to pause, reflect and reconnect.
Life's challenges can sometimes leave us feeling lost, stuck or disconnected from ourselves. Counselling offers the opportunity to slow down, explore what you're experiencing and begin to understand yourself with greater compassion.
At Cahya Counselling, I believe that you are the expert in your own life. My role is not to tell you what to do, but to walk alongside you as you explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences.
Every person's journey is unique, which is why I offer a pluralistic approach tailored to your individual needs rather than a one-size-fits-all model.
The meaning behind Cahya.
Cahya is the Indonesian word for "light."
I chose this name because I believe that even in life's most difficult moments, there is the possibility of hope, growth and reconnection.
The butterfly within my logo represents transformation. The darker edges acknowledge the challenges and experiences that shape us, while the colours reflect the many different parts that make us who we are.
Counselling is not about becoming someone different or erasing your past. It is about understanding your story, embracing all parts of yourself and rediscovering the strengths and possibilities within you.
How counselling can help
Anxiety & Stress
Learn ways to understand and manage anxiety, overwhelm and constant worry.
Burnout
Creating space to pause, reflect and restore balance.
Depression & Low Mood
Explore difficult emotions in a safe and supportive environment.
Grief & Bereavement
Navigate loss with compassion and support at your own pace.
Life Transitions
Support through parenthood, career changes, relationship changes and major life events.
Relationship difficulties
Exploring patterns, communication and emotional connection.
Self-Esteem & Confidence
Developing self-compassion and reconnecting with your sense of worth.
Trauma & Abuse
Work gently through difficult experiences using a pace that feels safe.
My approach
As a pluralistic counsellor, I draw from different therapeutic approaches to create a way of working that fits you.
I believe the relationship between counsellor and client is central to meaningful change. Feeling accepted, understood and genuinely listened to creates the foundation for exploration and growth.
Together, we can work towards greater clarity, confidence and connection with yourself.
Why choose Cahya Counselling?
Healing isn't about becoming someone different, it's about reconnecting with yourself.
As an NCPS Accredited Counsellor, I offer a warm, collaborative and non-judgemental approach tailored to your unique needs. I believe you are the expert in your own life, and therapy should feel like a partnership built on trust, compassion and curiosity.
Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, grief, low mood, stress, relationship difficulties or life transitions, we'll work together to understand your experiences and help you rediscover your own strengths. Choosing a counsellor is a personal decision.
Counselling & Hypnotherapy in Norton, Stockton-on-Tees and online
✓ Face-to-face counselling in Norton, Stockton-on-Tees
✓ Online counselling across the UK using Google Meet
✓ Individual counselling for adults (18+)
✓ Hypnotherapy for stress, motivation/ confidence and anxiety
50 minute sessions
£50 per session
About Me
I'm Bethan, founder of Cahya Counselling.
I'm an NCPS Accredited Counsellor and Clinical Hypnotherapist with experience supporting adults through anxiety, grief, trauma, self-esteem challenges, stress and life transitions.
I understand that reaching out for support can feel daunting, which is why I strive to create a calm, compassionate and authentic therapeutic relationship where you feel safe to be yourself.
Testimonials
"Bethan's professional and sympathetic counselling helped me work through some personal difficulties. Over the course of a few months, the guidance and exercises gave me clarity and healthier perspectives. Booking sessions was easy and flexible on a week by week basis. The counselling was very beneficial and achieved what I hoped for when I sought out Cahya for help through life's challenges."
“ I just wanted to say again how thankful I am for everything you have done for me. You have helped me through the most difficult time in my life and I just can’t thank you enough.”
“Had the most amazing four weeks of workshops. We can highly recommend this. Learnt so much and I’m interested in leaning more. Push yourself out of your comfort zone and try them. Brilliant!”
“Thank you so much. I have never learnt or understood as much about anxiety before. Your whole manner is calming, caring and professional. The handouts were so informative. The session made me feel not as alone and that other people sometimes feel the exact same way too.”
FAQ's
How much does counselling cost?
Sessions are £50 for 50 minutes.
Do you offer online counselling?
Yes, I work with clients across the UK online using Google Meet.
Do I need to bring anything?
No, you don’t need to bring anything but yourself to the session. Just come as you are.
Do I need a diagnosis to attend counselling?
Not at all. You don’t need a formal diagnosis to benefit from therapy. Life can bring challenges, emotional ups and downs, or moments where we feel stuck or want to understand ourselves better. You might want to explore patterns of behaviour, talk through worries or painful memories, or simply have a safe space to be heard.
Counselling is for everyone, whether or not you’ve received a diagnosis. If you have one, that’s absolutely fine. You don’t have to come for what might be labelled as a “sad reason”, you might just want to gain awareness for yourself or understand the changes you’d like to make more.
Will you tell me what to do?
No. I believe you are the expert in your own life. My role is to support your self-exploration and help you gain clarity about the changes you want to make. I’ll walk alongside you, offering insight and reflection, but never direction or judgement. And if I ever feel I’m not the right person to support you, I’ll do my best to guide you to someone who is.
How many sessions will I need?
That varies from person to person. Some clients come for a handful of sessions; others stay for longer-term support. We’ll regularly review our work together to make sure it's meeting your needs. If you have particular circumstances—such as financial pressures, work commitments, or family responsibilities—we can work together to find a schedule that fits.
You’re free to end counselling whenever you feel ready, though I recommend a closing session to reflect and bring closure to the work we’ve done.
Can I pay for a block of sessions?
Yes, you're welcome to pay for a set number of sessions in advance if that’s your preference. Just let me know, and we can arrange that together.
What if I feel nervous about starting therapy?
That’s completely normal. Many people feel unsure or anxious before their first session, and we won’t have known each other very long. You're not alone in that, and we can talk about whatever you're feeling, at your own pace. There’s no pressure to open up more than you're comfortable with.
Ready to take the first step?
Seeking support can feel like a big step, but you don't have to do it alone.
If you're looking for counselling in Stockton-on-Tees or online, I'd be honoured to support you as you begin your journey towards healing, growth and rediscovering your light.
