Counselling in Manchester

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Helen Toward
Counsellor, MSc, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester M20  (Online Only)
Hi I'm Helen, an integrative therapist based in Manchester. I currently work with university students in my full-time role and previously worked for the primary care mental health and wellbeing service. I have worked with individuals from different backgrounds and cultures which is also a great passion of mine. My interests are working with people who have childhood trauma, relationship problems, self-esteem and self-worth issues. My main focus in sessions is to support the person I am working with to feel empowered and achieve the things they want to achieve in therapy. I work in a holistic way and everything is about you!
Hi I'm Helen, an integrative therapist based in Manchester. I currently work with university students in my full-time role and previously worked for the primary care mental health and wellbeing service. I have worked with individuals from different backgrounds and cultures which is also a great passion of mine. My interests are working with people who have childhood trauma, relationship problems, self-esteem and self-worth issues. My main focus in sessions is to support the person I am working with to feel empowered and achieve the things they want to achieve in therapy. I work in a holistic way and everything is about you!
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Simon Bentall
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Manchester M21
I have been practicing as a full-time Counsellor since 2002. I have worked in a variety of settings and for a wide variety of clients from young children to couples. I work as a Client Centred therapist helping clients find ways to live a more fulfilling life. Helping clients find out who they are, not who they are trying or feel they ought to be. I do a lot of work with children, students and young adults. I have also, since 2003, done short term EAP work in my private practice for a local housing association.
I have been practicing as a full-time Counsellor since 2002. I have worked in a variety of settings and for a wide variety of clients from young children to couples. I work as a Client Centred therapist helping clients find ways to live a more fulfilling life. Helping clients find out who they are, not who they are trying or feel they ought to be. I do a lot of work with children, students and young adults. I have also, since 2003, done short term EAP work in my private practice for a local housing association.
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Esther Webb
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, ACC Reg
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester M14
I have been working as a Counsellor for 9 years and have had experience working with a variety of different issues. I love to engage with people from all walks of life and understand that therapy can be a daunting prospect, so I try to create a warm and welcoming environment where you feel safe to share your story. If you are looking for somebody who can help you understand where your struggles come from, as well as help you to develop tools to manage you current feelings and behaviours, then we would work well together. If you have a Christian faith and wish to bring this into the therapy room, then you can feel safe doing so.
I have been working as a Counsellor for 9 years and have had experience working with a variety of different issues. I love to engage with people from all walks of life and understand that therapy can be a daunting prospect, so I try to create a warm and welcoming environment where you feel safe to share your story. If you are looking for somebody who can help you understand where your struggles come from, as well as help you to develop tools to manage you current feelings and behaviours, then we would work well together. If you have a Christian faith and wish to bring this into the therapy room, then you can feel safe doing so.
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Richard Hobbs
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester M4  (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Richard. I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist and I work with a range of people who have had challenging moments in their lives. My specialties include supporting people who live with chronic health conditions or life changing injuries. I have worked in the NHS for over 10 years, working with patients in a wide range of circumstances including those undergoing treatment for conditions such as cancer and diabetes, as well as those in palliative care and in surgical settings. I have seen a range of issues including anxiety, low mood and depression, loss, grief and trauma.
Hi, I’m Richard. I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist and I work with a range of people who have had challenging moments in their lives. My specialties include supporting people who live with chronic health conditions or life changing injuries. I have worked in the NHS for over 10 years, working with patients in a wide range of circumstances including those undergoing treatment for conditions such as cancer and diabetes, as well as those in palliative care and in surgical settings. I have seen a range of issues including anxiety, low mood and depression, loss, grief and trauma.
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Dr Tiffany Leung
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester M1  (Online Only)
Do you often feel anxious, struggle with depression, or question your identity? Are you looking to change behaviors that are negatively impacting your life? A tailored therapy journey with a UK Chartered Psychologist can help you address these challenges. I have received trainings in a range of therapy modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy, and more. After understanding the challenges you’re facing and the changes you’re aspiring to, I will use my experiences to help you decide on which style will support you the most.
Do you often feel anxious, struggle with depression, or question your identity? Are you looking to change behaviors that are negatively impacting your life? A tailored therapy journey with a UK Chartered Psychologist can help you address these challenges. I have received trainings in a range of therapy modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy, and more. After understanding the challenges you’re facing and the changes you’re aspiring to, I will use my experiences to help you decide on which style will support you the most.
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Peter Rigg
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Manchester M1
There is a wide variety of reasons why you might be looking for a psychotherapist, but perhaps everyone wants to change ingrained states of mind, and to live in a rewarding and productive way. It's difficult, but the aim of analytic work is to get to grips with persistent problems. It holds out the hope of finding new decisiveness and flexibility in living.
There is a wide variety of reasons why you might be looking for a psychotherapist, but perhaps everyone wants to change ingrained states of mind, and to live in a rewarding and productive way. It's difficult, but the aim of analytic work is to get to grips with persistent problems. It holds out the hope of finding new decisiveness and flexibility in living.
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Take Care Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester M2
Anxiety, depression, emotional distress, life's upheavels, bereavement are just some of the reasons causing emotional pain. As we move through life some of our past experiences can stay alive in our day to day and cause pain and distress. I believe everyone has the ability to find their way through tough times and heal and grow. I have worked with many different presenting issues in a sensitive and compassionate way. I am a person centred counsellor and will explore with you anything you bring.
Anxiety, depression, emotional distress, life's upheavels, bereavement are just some of the reasons causing emotional pain. As we move through life some of our past experiences can stay alive in our day to day and cause pain and distress. I believe everyone has the ability to find their way through tough times and heal and grow. I have worked with many different presenting issues in a sensitive and compassionate way. I am a person centred counsellor and will explore with you anything you bring.
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Yvette Banks
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M20
Are you struggling to navigate through these challenging times? Anxious, at a cross-roads in your life, relationship issues, menopause, bereavement or simply out of sorts and need someone to talk to. I am here to listen and help you unravel the issues that are holding you back from living a more fulfilling life. The outcome can be life changing - it is a journey of self-awareness, self-discovery and empowerment. Your feelings matter and you deserve to be heard, respected and live your life the way you want to live it.
Are you struggling to navigate through these challenging times? Anxious, at a cross-roads in your life, relationship issues, menopause, bereavement or simply out of sorts and need someone to talk to. I am here to listen and help you unravel the issues that are holding you back from living a more fulfilling life. The outcome can be life changing - it is a journey of self-awareness, self-discovery and empowerment. Your feelings matter and you deserve to be heard, respected and live your life the way you want to live it.
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Tracey Whalley
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M9  (Online Only)
Sometimes life experiences can become overwhelming and feel too much to cope with. This can lead to us to feeling worthless, vulnerable and isolated. Sometimes we need somebody who will listen to us without judgement to help us work through things to lead to a better understanding of ourselves and our experiences and sometimes just hold our hand whilst we sit in that darkness.
Sometimes life experiences can become overwhelming and feel too much to cope with. This can lead to us to feeling worthless, vulnerable and isolated. Sometimes we need somebody who will listen to us without judgement to help us work through things to lead to a better understanding of ourselves and our experiences and sometimes just hold our hand whilst we sit in that darkness.
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Angel Scott-Bottoms
Counsellor, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester M21
Things might feel difficult or even impossible right now. You might feel anxious, exhausted, or that nobody understands. If you feel shame, fear of acceptance, or as if you don't belong- you are not alone. My name is Angel, and I can help you reconnect to your own story so you can fully connect to others and the world around you. I help people see how their past informs their present. When you understand this, you become aware of new possibilities for the future. You can find new ways to connect with your loved ones, and to find purpose.
Things might feel difficult or even impossible right now. You might feel anxious, exhausted, or that nobody understands. If you feel shame, fear of acceptance, or as if you don't belong- you are not alone. My name is Angel, and I can help you reconnect to your own story so you can fully connect to others and the world around you. I help people see how their past informs their present. When you understand this, you become aware of new possibilities for the future. You can find new ways to connect with your loved ones, and to find purpose.
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Calming Minds Soothing Souls Therapies MBACP
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Manchester M2
Waitlist for new clients
Counselling/ Psychotherapy: Effective counselling reduces confusion, allowing you to make effective decisions leading to positive changes in your attitude, behaviours & overall well-being. The ultimate aim of counselling is to enable you to make your own choices, reach your own decisions & go forward with a greater sense of clarity & self-management. Hypnotherapy & mindfulness can be introduced as a type of complementary therapy in which hypnosis is used to create a state of focused attention and increased suggestibility during which positive suggestions are made to rid you of emotional blockage. Mindfulness keeps us focused
Counselling/ Psychotherapy: Effective counselling reduces confusion, allowing you to make effective decisions leading to positive changes in your attitude, behaviours & overall well-being. The ultimate aim of counselling is to enable you to make your own choices, reach your own decisions & go forward with a greater sense of clarity & self-management. Hypnotherapy & mindfulness can be introduced as a type of complementary therapy in which hypnosis is used to create a state of focused attention and increased suggestibility during which positive suggestions are made to rid you of emotional blockage. Mindfulness keeps us focused
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Peggy Desforges
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M20
If you are struggling emotionally, feeling low, worried or overwhelmed with aspects of your life, counselling could be helpful to you. Speaking to a therapist is different to speaking to friends or family. I will listen to you attentively and help you to hear and notice things about yourself which may have been on the edge of your awareness. The therapeutic process can help you to develop coping strategies and a greater understanding of self that can ultimately lead to growth and change in your life.
If you are struggling emotionally, feeling low, worried or overwhelmed with aspects of your life, counselling could be helpful to you. Speaking to a therapist is different to speaking to friends or family. I will listen to you attentively and help you to hear and notice things about yourself which may have been on the edge of your awareness. The therapeutic process can help you to develop coping strategies and a greater understanding of self that can ultimately lead to growth and change in your life.
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Natasha Roe
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M27  (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Natasha. I just want to start by saying congratulations for making yourself a priority. Taking those brave steps can be daunting but you have come to the right place! Are you ready to be the person you were meant to be? Do you feel stuck, wanting to feel heard and understood? If so, I will provide a safe, supportive space where we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences, and work together. I provide accessible mental health support from the comfort of your home. I offer online and telephone counselling sessions to make getting the help needed more convenient and flexible, no matter where you are.
Hello, my name is Natasha. I just want to start by saying congratulations for making yourself a priority. Taking those brave steps can be daunting but you have come to the right place! Are you ready to be the person you were meant to be? Do you feel stuck, wanting to feel heard and understood? If so, I will provide a safe, supportive space where we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences, and work together. I provide accessible mental health support from the comfort of your home. I offer online and telephone counselling sessions to make getting the help needed more convenient and flexible, no matter where you are.
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Sue Morris
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M21
Do you find that you are constantly worrying or overthinking and unable to 'switch off'? Do you worry excessively about your health? Do you dwell on past events or obsess about the future? Do you want to switch off your inner critic and live a more present fulfilled life? If you answered yes to any of the these questions then talking to someone may help you to make a positive change. Contact me for a free 30 minute Initial Assessment session to find out how I can help you begin your therapy process. I am based in Chorlton & West Didsbury
Do you find that you are constantly worrying or overthinking and unable to 'switch off'? Do you worry excessively about your health? Do you dwell on past events or obsess about the future? Do you want to switch off your inner critic and live a more present fulfilled life? If you answered yes to any of the these questions then talking to someone may help you to make a positive change. Contact me for a free 30 minute Initial Assessment session to find out how I can help you begin your therapy process. I am based in Chorlton & West Didsbury
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Cheryl Taylor
Psychotherapist, PhD, BACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M1
Having worked in the NHS for over fifteen years; I specialise in Psychiatric care and Neurodiversity. As a Neurodivergent therapist, I have found from practice and my research, which evidences Neurodivergent Affirming Therapy; strong therapeutic alliance with my patients; there's reassurance, safety and a sense of belonging when working with someone who actually gets you! I have worked hard to ensure therapy caters to and adapts to our brains! Techniques such as eye contact, open questions, long silences, often made me and my patients want to run away, perpetuating a belief of hopelessness and helplessness.
Having worked in the NHS for over fifteen years; I specialise in Psychiatric care and Neurodiversity. As a Neurodivergent therapist, I have found from practice and my research, which evidences Neurodivergent Affirming Therapy; strong therapeutic alliance with my patients; there's reassurance, safety and a sense of belonging when working with someone who actually gets you! I have worked hard to ensure therapy caters to and adapts to our brains! Techniques such as eye contact, open questions, long silences, often made me and my patients want to run away, perpetuating a belief of hopelessness and helplessness.
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Matthew Hj
Counsellor, MBABCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manchester M12  (Online Only)
I work mostly with men (16+) struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, OCD & trauma. I have a relaxed and informal approach, focusing on building a solid relationship with my clients that acts as the foundation for the work we do throughout therapy. Most of my clients are hard working professionals who are motivated to make changes to improve their quality of life. I am a BABCP accredited CBT therapist and EMDR therapist. I also have training in other modalities (DBT, ACT and mindfulness) which I pull techniques or strategies from to tailor therapy to my client's needs.
I work mostly with men (16+) struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, OCD & trauma. I have a relaxed and informal approach, focusing on building a solid relationship with my clients that acts as the foundation for the work we do throughout therapy. Most of my clients are hard working professionals who are motivated to make changes to improve their quality of life. I am a BABCP accredited CBT therapist and EMDR therapist. I also have training in other modalities (DBT, ACT and mindfulness) which I pull techniques or strategies from to tailor therapy to my client's needs.
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Sue Antrobus
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M2
Hello! I specialise in working with women who have depression, anxiety, stress, anger issues, addictions, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, or who wish to explore and deal with trauma or abuse from their past and the impact it is having on their lives today. I have expertise in and I am certified in the clinical treatment of clients who present with complex psychological trauma. I believe the key to healing is in supporting you to transform how your mind, body and soul remembers what has happened to you. This involves bringing to consciousness your patterns and supporting you to heal, change and grow.
Hello! I specialise in working with women who have depression, anxiety, stress, anger issues, addictions, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, or who wish to explore and deal with trauma or abuse from their past and the impact it is having on their lives today. I have expertise in and I am certified in the clinical treatment of clients who present with complex psychological trauma. I believe the key to healing is in supporting you to transform how your mind, body and soul remembers what has happened to you. This involves bringing to consciousness your patterns and supporting you to heal, change and grow.
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True Living Therapies
Verified Verified
Manchester M2
If you're tired of battling stress, overwhelm, anxiety or if you're frustrated because you can't seem to be as productive or confident as you want, or need, to be then hypnotherapy can work amazingly well for you. Your subconscious is in the driving seat and while it tries to help you feel safe and survive, it can also hinder you too. Often we aren't entirely aware, at a conscious level, why we're struggling or stuck in self-sabotaging behaviour patterns. Hypnotherapy is able to reach your subconscious and work with it to correct course, allowing you to achieve what you want.
If you're tired of battling stress, overwhelm, anxiety or if you're frustrated because you can't seem to be as productive or confident as you want, or need, to be then hypnotherapy can work amazingly well for you. Your subconscious is in the driving seat and while it tries to help you feel safe and survive, it can also hinder you too. Often we aren't entirely aware, at a conscious level, why we're struggling or stuck in self-sabotaging behaviour patterns. Hypnotherapy is able to reach your subconscious and work with it to correct course, allowing you to achieve what you want.
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Dr Tara Seed
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Manchester M20  (Online Only)
I work with people of all ages and backgrounds who may be facing a range of difficulties which is creating emotional distress. People may be affected by low mood/depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress, intense emotions, problems in managing relationships, anger, adjustment to life changes and transitions, grief and loss, low confidence, shame and self criticism. I have particular expertise in perinatal mental health; supporting parents in pregnancy and in their postnatal journey, who are struggling with their emotional wellbeing as a result of their perinatal journey.
I work with people of all ages and backgrounds who may be facing a range of difficulties which is creating emotional distress. People may be affected by low mood/depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress, intense emotions, problems in managing relationships, anger, adjustment to life changes and transitions, grief and loss, low confidence, shame and self criticism. I have particular expertise in perinatal mental health; supporting parents in pregnancy and in their postnatal journey, who are struggling with their emotional wellbeing as a result of their perinatal journey.
0161 524 6563 View 0161 524 6563
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Callum James Dixon
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M44
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next steps? Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, or navigating life as a neurodivergent individual, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts and emotions. Together, we’ll work toward your goals, whether it's building emotional resilience, gaining clarity, or understanding yourself better, so you can feel more in control and empowered in your life.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next steps? Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, or navigating life as a neurodivergent individual, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts and emotions. Together, we’ll work toward your goals, whether it's building emotional resilience, gaining clarity, or understanding yourself better, so you can feel more in control and empowered in your life.
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Number of Counsellors in Manchester

900+

Average cost per session

£60

Counsellors in Manchester who prioritize treating:

91% Anxiety
86% Depression
83% Self Esteem
80% Stress
78% Relationship Issues
66% Trauma and PTSD
61% Bereavement

Average years in practice

8 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

59% Aviva
57% AXA PPP
48% Vitality

How Counsellors in Manchester see their clients

67% In Person and Online
33% Online Only

Gender breakdown

71% Female
27% Male
2% Non-Binary