A MUM-of-three has come full circle to help people from Mochdre to the Missouri support each other through Coronavirus.

After starting Butterfly Counselling on the first day of lockdown, Bec Clift has created a space on social media where more than 270 people can offer support to one another.

Among the members, who are largely from North and South Wales, the group - which was started as a regional support network - has attracted people from as far afield as New Zealand and the USA.

Mrs Clift, said: “I came from a very dysfunctional and abusive family, but I have come through the most painful life ever and out the other side to become the person I am today.

“I have overcome immense trauma eating disorder and a breakdown to qualify as a nursery nurse working with children with behavioural difficulties.

“I started Butterfly Counselling to help others overcome those difficulties. I absolutely think this is more important than ever with Coronavirus as some of my members are very isolated and lonely.

"Members might live alone or be struggling with their difficulties and need somebody that can understand - the group is an outreach to just let them know they are not alone."

Mrs Clift studied for level three and four diplomas in specialist counselling, a level four in crisis and trauma counselling and a level three in advanced counselling level, as well as training in cognitive behavioural therapy.

Mrs Clift is assisted in running the group by her sons Josh and Ben Clift - as well as friend Lindsay Davis. Together, they encourage members to discuss problems including anxiety and insomnia as well as presenting activities for stress relief.

Also a member providing support is former Grange Hill actor George Wilson, who played Ziggy Greaves on the BBC children's drama in the late 80s, and has openly discussed in national media his own battles with mental health issues.

For more information on the community of support available, visit the private Butterfly Counselling group on facebook.