Shay Rees-Davies Counselling

INDIVIDUAL THERAPY

Individual therapy offers a unique opportunity, not only to address specific issues you may be facing. but also for self-discovery.

Think of it as an adventure into all the parts of yourself that make you whole. In a safe and supportive space, we'll explore these parts together, fostering healing, growth, and a deeper sense of self-awareness.

Individual therapy can help with:

Self-Regulation
Enhanced Decision Making
Increased self-confidence
Improving communication skills
Releasing creative 'blocks'
Reducing the impact of stress
Transmuting trauma and enhancing post-traumatic growth
Nurturing the connection between mind, body, and beyond.

Your specific needs determine the process. All consultations are considered within the context of your lived experience. There is no "one size fits all".

RELATIONSHIP THERAPY

Relationship therapy supports a wide range of dynamics and situations, considering both external influences and the internal experiences of all partners involved. Investing in your relationship is an investment in your future. Whether you're married, dating, exploring, experimenting, or somewhere in between, therapy can provide valuable tools for navigating challenges and building stronger connections.

Relationship Therapy can help with:

Improving communication
Enhanced understanding of eachother
Conflict Resolution (Finding Clarity!)
Increased sexual, romantic, emotional, physical, spiritual, social and financial intimacy.
Healing from infedelity
Navigating life transitions (job loss, injury/illness, grief, parenting etc)
General Setting (Pre-Marital counselling)
Exploring a-typical relationship dynamics, lifestyle choices and sexual preferences (Ethical Non-Monogamy, Kinks, Fetishes etc)
Navigating Sexual Disorders
Amicable seperations

TRE®

TRE® (Tension & Trauma Release Exercises) is a simple yet profound technique that facilitates the release of deep-seated muscular tension patterns held within the body. These patterns often develop from stressful life experiences, traumatic events, or chronic illness and injury.

The technique empowers individuals to tap into the body's innate healing mechanisms through a series of gentle exercises that evoke therapeutic tremoring. This self-regulating process can be used as a powerful tool for personal well-being, either independently or as a complement to traditional therapeutic interventions.

TRE® sessions can be done one on one or in groups, online or in person.

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SEXUALITY EDUCATION

Every human has the right to access unbiased, scientifically grounded education and healthcare.

I offer one on one sessions, or group workshops to equip parents, teachers, and community members with the knowledge and tools to support healthy development and prevent harm through age appropriate sexuality education.

Sexuality Education Topics include:

Healthy childhood & adolescent sexual development
Navigating conversations about sex, porn, masturbation & contraception, STD/STI's
Teaching and mirroring consent
Understanding grooming tactics, coersion and sexual exploitation
Building healthy relationships
Recognizing and responding to suspected child abuse
Nurturing self-esteem and self-confidence as a protective factor against sexual abuse and exploitation.
Exploring Sexual Identity (Gender Roles, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation.

Adults benefit from Sex. Ed too!

Learn about your sexual identity and how it impacts your life as an individual, and as part of the collective human ecosystem.

FORENSIC REPORTING

Forensic sexology is a specialized field that combines the study of human sexuality (sexology) with legal and forensic principles.

It explores the intersection of sexology and the law, examining sexual beleifs and behavior in legal contexts. This is a developing section of my practice.I currently offer forensic reporting for claimants who have suffered spinal cord injuries as a result of accident or malpractice.

I am also engaged in research, under the mentorship of Professor Johann Lemmer, focusing on sexual violence in South Africa. With focus on offender characteristics, victim impact, and prevention strategies.

This research is contributing to my growing expertise in sexual offenders recidivism risk assessment. Furthermore, I'm committed to challenging harmful myths about sexual behavior and advocating for victim-sensitive legal procedures that prevent re-traumatization, striving for a more informed and just legal system.

SAFEGUARDING POLICY IMPLEMENTATION

Wherever children are, should be a safe space, free of fear, free of coersion, free of sexual abuse.

In collaboration with the Jasriel Foundation, we assist schools, sports clubs, and organisations to implement their safeguarding policy and procedures according to the specific requirements of their organization.

This includes:

Drafting Policy & Procedure wording & cross checking practical needs and limitations
Training and educating employees.
Supporting whistleblowers
Following up on active cases

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