Family Therapy Counselling in Stockport
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I love working for the NHS as a specialist counsellor and have done so for 27 years. I am BACP registered with accreditation and have a huge wealth of experience and training to help with any problem. Issues can include relationships, family, anxiety, bereavement, stress, depression, negative body image, employment, self esteem, abuse and addictions. Whatever the issue you're facing don’t struggle alone, I’m here to listen with warmth, empathy and without judgement. I'll help you find your own path through the issues that overwhelm you. We’ll find a way to make your life better.
I love working for the NHS as a specialist counsellor and have done so for 27 years. I am BACP registered with accreditation and have a huge wealth of experience and training to help with any problem. Issues can include relationships, family, anxiety, bereavement, stress, depression, negative body image, employment, self esteem, abuse and addictions. Whatever the issue you're facing don’t struggle alone, I’m here to listen with warmth, empathy and without judgement. I'll help you find your own path through the issues that overwhelm you. We’ll find a way to make your life better.
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Do you want to be free of Anxiety, constant overthinking, feeling overwhelmed, these are some of the topics I work with and have helped clients to see things differently. Do you want it to stop and be free of the anxiety, then I can help with that. We explore this together and put steps in place to get rid of it for good. Do you experience stress in the workplace or in your relationship, but you do not want to talk to friends or family, this is a space to do that openly and without limits. Have you kept a bereavement or loss to yourself so you don't "burden" others, I can help with that also. Get in touch for a chat.
Do you want to be free of Anxiety, constant overthinking, feeling overwhelmed, these are some of the topics I work with and have helped clients to see things differently. Do you want it to stop and be free of the anxiety, then I can help with that. We explore this together and put steps in place to get rid of it for good. Do you experience stress in the workplace or in your relationship, but you do not want to talk to friends or family, this is a space to do that openly and without limits. Have you kept a bereavement or loss to yourself so you don't "burden" others, I can help with that also. Get in touch for a chat.
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I offer both short term counselling and long term psychotherapy; I am currently working with individuals, couples, and family units on a weekly basis.
I prioritise a psychodynamic approach to therapy, this means that I place an importance upon the therapeutic relationship and what may be happening, consciously or unconsciously, between us within the consulting room. I assist people to become aware of conflicting, and often unconscious, aspects of themselves which can be a catalyst for self-awareness and change. Our work together would be explorative, we will be curious about your processes and how you make sense of your life experiences; from this we can we then learn to understand how past ways of being disrupt your present day living.
I offer both short term counselling and long term psychotherapy; I am currently working with individuals, couples, and family units on a weekly basis.
I prioritise a psychodynamic approach to therapy, this means that I place an importance upon the therapeutic relationship and what may be happening, consciously or unconsciously, between us within the consulting room. I assist people to become aware of conflicting, and often unconscious, aspects of themselves which can be a catalyst for self-awareness and change. Our work together would be explorative, we will be curious about your processes and how you make sense of your life experiences; from this we can we then learn to understand how past ways of being disrupt your present day living.
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Leanne Elizabeth Connelly
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stockport SK4
I understand that sometimes talking to friends and family is not enough, Counselling is your time to be heard, space to talk to through the things you may have never shared without feeling guilt or pressure.
Hi, My name is Leanne , thank you for clicking on my profile. I offer a friendly, non judgemental, confidential space for you to be heard. For the last few years I worked with leading abuse and bereavement charities supporting people who have experienced trauma, domestic abuse and loss. In addition to this , I have extensive experience utilising therapies to help anxiety, trauma, OCD , eating disorders and I am qualified to work with young people ages 8-18 . I am passionate about supporting clients with honesty, warmth and openess bringing both expertise and empathy to your sessions. Together , we can make a happier you.
I understand that sometimes talking to friends and family is not enough, Counselling is your time to be heard, space to talk to through the things you may have never shared without feeling guilt or pressure.
Hi, My name is Leanne , thank you for clicking on my profile. I offer a friendly, non judgemental, confidential space for you to be heard. For the last few years I worked with leading abuse and bereavement charities supporting people who have experienced trauma, domestic abuse and loss. In addition to this , I have extensive experience utilising therapies to help anxiety, trauma, OCD , eating disorders and I am qualified to work with young people ages 8-18 . I am passionate about supporting clients with honesty, warmth and openess bringing both expertise and empathy to your sessions. Together , we can make a happier you.
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I have experience of working with adults and young people who have experienced a range of different issues such as Depression, Anxiety, Attachment disorders, Eating Disorders, Anger issues, grief, Family issues, Domestic Violence, self - harm & suicide.
My name is Bronwyn, I am a trained Integrative counsellor. I work with both adults and young people and I am based in Edgeley, Stockport. I have a passion for working with people as I hold the view that everyone deserves to be happy. I offer a safe, supportive & non-judgemental environment to enable you to explore your current issues and support you in managing your thoughts, feelings and behaviours. I am a down to earth, warm, approachable person and can offer a deep level of empathy as you explore your current issues.
I have experience of working with adults and young people who have experienced a range of different issues such as Depression, Anxiety, Attachment disorders, Eating Disorders, Anger issues, grief, Family issues, Domestic Violence, self - harm & suicide.
My name is Bronwyn, I am a trained Integrative counsellor. I work with both adults and young people and I am based in Edgeley, Stockport. I have a passion for working with people as I hold the view that everyone deserves to be happy. I offer a safe, supportive & non-judgemental environment to enable you to explore your current issues and support you in managing your thoughts, feelings and behaviours. I am a down to earth, warm, approachable person and can offer a deep level of empathy as you explore your current issues.
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I am a warm, friendly and non-judgemental, qualified and widely experienced counsellor. I can help you to disentangle what is bothering you and develop a plan of action to move forward with your life. I have successfully supported others in overcoming many different issues, including: relationship issues with family, friends or romantic partners, anxiety, depression, stress and bereavement. I help you assess your current situation and its impact and then identify and strengthen the skills needed for you to move forward. Get in touch to find out what I can do to help you.
I am a warm, friendly and non-judgemental, qualified and widely experienced counsellor. I can help you to disentangle what is bothering you and develop a plan of action to move forward with your life. I have successfully supported others in overcoming many different issues, including: relationship issues with family, friends or romantic partners, anxiety, depression, stress and bereavement. I help you assess your current situation and its impact and then identify and strengthen the skills needed for you to move forward. Get in touch to find out what I can do to help you.
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The Retreat Clinics Manchester - Adults & Children
Psychotherapist
Not Verified Not Verified
Stockport SK12
We work with individuals, and with couples or pairs of people with relationship or family issues.
Life can be complex, and so can mental health. This is why we have a range of different treatments and therapy approaches available, which we can tailor to suit your mental health needs. We put you at the heart of what we do. We offer choice and expert, individualised care for a very broad range of difficulties. We understand that seeking therapy can be daunting and that taking the first step can be a challenge. We work with you to design a bespoke approach to your therapy, based on exploring and understanding your concerns, needs, preferences and therapy goals.
We work with individuals, and with couples or pairs of people with relationship or family issues.
Life can be complex, and so can mental health. This is why we have a range of different treatments and therapy approaches available, which we can tailor to suit your mental health needs. We put you at the heart of what we do. We offer choice and expert, individualised care for a very broad range of difficulties. We understand that seeking therapy can be daunting and that taking the first step can be a challenge. We work with you to design a bespoke approach to your therapy, based on exploring and understanding your concerns, needs, preferences and therapy goals.
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Bridget Worster-Boone
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stockport SK1 (Online Only)
I have a wealth of experience and success in working with many life issues such as anxiety, bereavement, grief, loss, depression, family issues, relationships and trauma. Plus, for many years, I've supported people in the work environment, understanding how tough processes such as redundancy, investigations etc, can be. There are many reasons why people come to me for counselling. Do you feel confused, or overwhelmed, exhausted by worry? Perhaps you feel misunderstood, unheard, or fear telling others? Maybe you know what the issue is but can't see your way through.
I have a wealth of experience and success in working with many life issues such as anxiety, bereavement, grief, loss, depression, family issues, relationships and trauma. Plus, for many years, I've supported people in the work environment, understanding how tough processes such as redundancy, investigations etc, can be. There are many reasons why people come to me for counselling. Do you feel confused, or overwhelmed, exhausted by worry? Perhaps you feel misunderstood, unheard, or fear telling others? Maybe you know what the issue is but can't see your way through.
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People access therapy for many different reasons, but generally we are most likely to reach out for help when our usual coping strategies are no longer effective. At these times it is not always helpful or possible to turn to family or friends, and their well-meaning support may not always help. I will provide a calm and confidential space where you will be able to safely share what is troubling you.
People access therapy for many different reasons, but generally we are most likely to reach out for help when our usual coping strategies are no longer effective. At these times it is not always helpful or possible to turn to family or friends, and their well-meaning support may not always help. I will provide a calm and confidential space where you will be able to safely share what is troubling you.
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I have worked with many different people struggling with many different issues over my 18 years experience as a therapist. I am interested in helping clients realise their potential and overcome any internal and external obstacles to this. I am particularly interested in helping people foster positive relationships in the broadest sense, whether with family members, partners, friends, colleague and most importantly with ourselves. I am also specialised in working on issues of culture, identity and social justice. Whether issues from childhood or in your current life I will endeavour to help you grow in confidence and self-belief.
I have worked with many different people struggling with many different issues over my 18 years experience as a therapist. I am interested in helping clients realise their potential and overcome any internal and external obstacles to this. I am particularly interested in helping people foster positive relationships in the broadest sense, whether with family members, partners, friends, colleague and most importantly with ourselves. I am also specialised in working on issues of culture, identity and social justice. Whether issues from childhood or in your current life I will endeavour to help you grow in confidence and self-belief.
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My approach integrates behavioural, cognitive behavioural, and systemic/family therapy.
I work with children, young people and adults experiencing psychological, emotional, behavioural and relationship difficulties. Working together with you, the aim is to reach a shared understanding of the problems, how and why they developed, what might be maintaining them and finding a new way forward for you.
My approach integrates behavioural, cognitive behavioural, and systemic/family therapy.
I work with children, young people and adults experiencing psychological, emotional, behavioural and relationship difficulties. Working together with you, the aim is to reach a shared understanding of the problems, how and why they developed, what might be maintaining them and finding a new way forward for you.
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Hello! I am a friendly and compassionate person-centred counsellor. Life can be full of ups and downs; if you are feeling low, then reaching out can feel daunting. However, it can also be crucial to maintaining your well-being. I believe a trusting relationship with an empathic, non-judgemental counsellor can be the building blocks for a happier and more fulfilled life, and I would like to provide that relationship for you. I specialise in women’s issues, have experience working with anxiety, depression, stress, PTSD and personality disorders, and warmly welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures, faiths and LGBTQIA+ communities.
Hello! I am a friendly and compassionate person-centred counsellor. Life can be full of ups and downs; if you are feeling low, then reaching out can feel daunting. However, it can also be crucial to maintaining your well-being. I believe a trusting relationship with an empathic, non-judgemental counsellor can be the building blocks for a happier and more fulfilled life, and I would like to provide that relationship for you. I specialise in women’s issues, have experience working with anxiety, depression, stress, PTSD and personality disorders, and warmly welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures, faiths and LGBTQIA+ communities.
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I believe deeply in the potentials of compassion, empathy and self-awareness as a means of healing psychological wounds and helping us reach our full potential. People seek counselling for all kinds of different reasons, from stress, anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, relationship problems, and many others. I aim to build an authentic and trusting relationship with the clients I work with and cultivate an environment of unconditional acceptance and non-judgement to work through whatever issues they may need to explore.
I believe deeply in the potentials of compassion, empathy and self-awareness as a means of healing psychological wounds and helping us reach our full potential. People seek counselling for all kinds of different reasons, from stress, anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, relationship problems, and many others. I aim to build an authentic and trusting relationship with the clients I work with and cultivate an environment of unconditional acceptance and non-judgement to work through whatever issues they may need to explore.
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Stephen Pattinson - Counselling Psychotherapy Services
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stockport SK2 (Online Only)
Hello if you want a safe and caring environment and want to take back control in your life you have come to the right place. I have over 25 years experience of helping people with their mental wellbeing. I have worked for mental health services including NHS as a cognitive behavioural/ Psychodynamic therapist treating depression, anxiety, confidence, self esteem, bereavement and phobia disorders. my aim is to help people back on their feet as soon as possible and feel empowered from the first session. I offer a free 30 minute consultation online from the comfort your own safe space to clearly identify your personal goals /treatment.
Hello if you want a safe and caring environment and want to take back control in your life you have come to the right place. I have over 25 years experience of helping people with their mental wellbeing. I have worked for mental health services including NHS as a cognitive behavioural/ Psychodynamic therapist treating depression, anxiety, confidence, self esteem, bereavement and phobia disorders. my aim is to help people back on their feet as soon as possible and feel empowered from the first session. I offer a free 30 minute consultation online from the comfort your own safe space to clearly identify your personal goals /treatment.
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My approach to counselling is warm, compassionate and adaptable. If you're feeling anxious, depressed, struggling with relationship issues or loss, I can support you through challenges you may be facing. Whatever your reasons for seeking out counselling, we can create an effective, collaborative therapeutic relationship and work towards your chosen goals.
My approach to counselling is warm, compassionate and adaptable. If you're feeling anxious, depressed, struggling with relationship issues or loss, I can support you through challenges you may be facing. Whatever your reasons for seeking out counselling, we can create an effective, collaborative therapeutic relationship and work towards your chosen goals.
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It can feel like a big step to reach out when you feel you need support. Counselling is a personal, and can be, a life changing experience. I offer Humanistic counselling that is driven by you. We focus on your experiences and your goals and, whether you choose long term or short term therapy, I always ensure the core conditions of empathy, congruence and unconditional positive regard are at the heart of our work together. My role is to support you to navigate your experiences, to support your own wellbeing. As an integrative, person centred counsellor, you will find that this type of therapy is adaptive to you.
It can feel like a big step to reach out when you feel you need support. Counselling is a personal, and can be, a life changing experience. I offer Humanistic counselling that is driven by you. We focus on your experiences and your goals and, whether you choose long term or short term therapy, I always ensure the core conditions of empathy, congruence and unconditional positive regard are at the heart of our work together. My role is to support you to navigate your experiences, to support your own wellbeing. As an integrative, person centred counsellor, you will find that this type of therapy is adaptive to you.
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Talking about your problems can be difficult, even with people who love and care about you. Sometimes you don't know where to turn. We all experience challenging times in our lives and may feel that we should be coping , we should be able to manage to find our way through ? We can feel very lost and alone at these times. I am here to offer you support, and to respond to you sensitively, honestly and without judgement. Having that safe space to hear your own voice and know that you are understood is the first step to seeing the path ahead.
Talking about your problems can be difficult, even with people who love and care about you. Sometimes you don't know where to turn. We all experience challenging times in our lives and may feel that we should be coping , we should be able to manage to find our way through ? We can feel very lost and alone at these times. I am here to offer you support, and to respond to you sensitively, honestly and without judgement. Having that safe space to hear your own voice and know that you are understood is the first step to seeing the path ahead.
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If you’re at a point in your life where you’re struggling, feeling low, anxious, or alone with your problems, I would genuinely like to listen, understand and help you find a way forward. It is not always easy to speak to those closest to us, especially if worried about how they might respond. You don’t need to be alone with your thoughts, feelings, or issues anymore. I will listen with compassion and really hear what it is like for you and work with you to help you see a way forward.
If you’re at a point in your life where you’re struggling, feeling low, anxious, or alone with your problems, I would genuinely like to listen, understand and help you find a way forward. It is not always easy to speak to those closest to us, especially if worried about how they might respond. You don’t need to be alone with your thoughts, feelings, or issues anymore. I will listen with compassion and really hear what it is like for you and work with you to help you see a way forward.
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With an effective and compassionate approach, I provide experienced and confidential counselling support from which you will develop self awareness and insight as well as learning coping strategies and techniques. Think of counselling as a safe space in which you will feel heard and understood, a space for you to work through whatever it is you're dealing with. Sessions can be held face to face (with covid risk measures in place) or via Zoom video calling.
With an effective and compassionate approach, I provide experienced and confidential counselling support from which you will develop self awareness and insight as well as learning coping strategies and techniques. Think of counselling as a safe space in which you will feel heard and understood, a space for you to work through whatever it is you're dealing with. Sessions can be held face to face (with covid risk measures in place) or via Zoom video calling.
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Have you tried lots of different interventions and you feel nothing has worked? Do you still feel the same after years of trying to make changes? I will work compassionately and in-depth with you, getting to the roots of your issues so that you can make life-long changes and process the issues you really want and need to. I am a Person-Centred Trauma-informed therapist, hypnotherapist and supervisor and an accredited member of the BACP. I have worked as a counsellor for NHS iapt services, Bupa and SARC, and am an affiliate counsellor for Health Assured, BAPAM and Music Support.
Have you tried lots of different interventions and you feel nothing has worked? Do you still feel the same after years of trying to make changes? I will work compassionately and in-depth with you, getting to the roots of your issues so that you can make life-long changes and process the issues you really want and need to. I am a Person-Centred Trauma-informed therapist, hypnotherapist and supervisor and an accredited member of the BACP. I have worked as a counsellor for NHS iapt services, Bupa and SARC, and am an affiliate counsellor for Health Assured, BAPAM and Music Support.
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Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.