About Catriona Standingford MBACP MNCPS (Acc.) - Counsellor
Catriona Standingford is a registered counsellor and psychotherapist with memberships in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS Acc.). She offers a safe, supportive and confidential space to explore a wide range of issues affecting your wellbeing.
Catriona specialises in trauma and abuse counselling, helping those navigating PTSD, physical, emotional, sexual or financial abuse, coercive control and sexual assault. She also works with family dynamics, supporting clients through estrangement, conflict, alienation and relationship difficulties. Her practice includes bereavement and grief counselling, where you can speak openly about loss, mortality, meaning and life transitions. Additionally, she provides counselling for those navigating gender identity, sexuality, relationships and experiences of discrimination.
Catriona works with a range of presenting concerns including anxiety, stress, low mood, relationship challenges and the impact of trauma on daily life, sleep and confidence. She offers both general counselling sessions and psychotherapy, tailored to your individual needs.
Sessions are available online and face-to-face, making support accessible whether you prefer the convenience of remote therapy or in-person connection. Catriona's approach is grounded in creating a therapeutic relationship where you can explore what matters most to you.
Treatments & Pricing
Trauma-informed counselling
Support for processing trauma and shock related to cancelled surgery
Gender-affirming therapy
Therapy specialising in LGBTQIA+ affirmative support
Counselling
One-off sessions or ongoing therapeutic support
Therapy
Online and in-person therapy sessions
Coaching
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Frequently asked questions
What qualifications and memberships does Catriona hold?
Catriona is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is an accredited member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). She holds the credentials MBACP MNCPS (Acc.), ensuring you're working with a qualified and professionally accountable practitioner.
What issues can I explore in counselling with Catriona?
Catriona offers a safe, supportive and confidential space to explore a wide range of issues including trauma, abuse, relationships, family estrangement, gender identity, sexuality, anxiety, stress, low mood, and issues around death and grief. She specialises in areas such as PTSD, family conflict, and LGBTQIA+ experiences.
Do you offer online and face-to-face sessions?
Yes, Catriona works primarily online but also offers face-to-face counselling in Chepstow, South East Wales, so you can choose the format that works best for you.
What types of therapy does Catriona provide?
Catriona offers general counselling sessions, family and systemic therapy, bereavement counselling, and psychotherapy, tailored to your individual needs.
Can I get support if I've experienced abuse?
Yes, Catriona specialises in supporting people who have been affected by physical, emotional, sexual, financial or online abuse, coercive control, sexual assault or rape in a confidential and compassionate environment.
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