Compassion Focused Counselling in M3
Dr Kelly Savery
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Manchester M3
If you are a trauma survivor, I see you. I’m here for you. I provide a safe space to explore what happened to you. Together, we’ll find ways to manage the psychological and physiological distress that is a result of trauma. You are not alone. My collaborative process creates a safe space for you to work through your traumatic experience(s) and come out stronger on the other side. I will empower you to make choices to live your life in accordance with your values and beliefs. I am an inclusive therapist and work with everyone who has experienced trauma, including marginalized and under-represented groups of people.
If you are a trauma survivor, I see you. I’m here for you. I provide a safe space to explore what happened to you. Together, we’ll find ways to manage the psychological and physiological distress that is a result of trauma. You are not alone. My collaborative process creates a safe space for you to work through your traumatic experience(s) and come out stronger on the other side. I will empower you to make choices to live your life in accordance with your values and beliefs. I am an inclusive therapist and work with everyone who has experienced trauma, including marginalized and under-represented groups of people.
Dr David Saddington
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester M3
I am a Clinical Psychologist and draw on a range of evidence-based therapies including EMDR, Cognitive Analytic Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, and trauma-informed approaches to provide you with an individualised approach tailored to your unique needs.
Making sense of your experiences, resolving difficulties. Historic experiences impact on our emotions and behaviours, often many years after the events. I’m here to provide a safe space to explore and make sense of what happened to you. We’ll work together to explore ways to manage the psychological and physiological effects of past trauma, and develop your confidence to cope and overcome difficulties. It is important to me to understand what is important to you. I will support and empower you to live your life in accordance with your own values and beliefs, rather than the difficulties that have been getting in your way.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and draw on a range of evidence-based therapies including EMDR, Cognitive Analytic Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, and trauma-informed approaches to provide you with an individualised approach tailored to your unique needs.
Making sense of your experiences, resolving difficulties. Historic experiences impact on our emotions and behaviours, often many years after the events. I’m here to provide a safe space to explore and make sense of what happened to you. We’ll work together to explore ways to manage the psychological and physiological effects of past trauma, and develop your confidence to cope and overcome difficulties. It is important to me to understand what is important to you. I will support and empower you to live your life in accordance with your own values and beliefs, rather than the difficulties that have been getting in your way.
Michelle Davies
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M3
I am a BACP registered Psychotherapist based in Manchester City Centre. I work face to face and online with both short-term and long-term therapy. My initial core training and qualification is a BSc (Hons) Counselling and Psychotherapy: Professional Practice, from University of Salford. I then went on to gain a Post Graduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy at University of Salford. Drawn to the evidence based 'third wave CBT' psychological therapies, I went on to study Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) in more depth.
I am a BACP registered Psychotherapist based in Manchester City Centre. I work face to face and online with both short-term and long-term therapy. My initial core training and qualification is a BSc (Hons) Counselling and Psychotherapy: Professional Practice, from University of Salford. I then went on to gain a Post Graduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy at University of Salford. Drawn to the evidence based 'third wave CBT' psychological therapies, I went on to study Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) in more depth.
Richard Hobbs
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salford M3 (Online Only)
The models I work with include; CBT, Compassion Focused Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) and Narrative Therapy.
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. I also work extensively with LGBTQ people.
The models I work with include; CBT, Compassion Focused Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) and Narrative Therapy.
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. I also work extensively with LGBTQ people.
Kingsley Ogun
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Manchester M3 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with trauma, low self esteem, depression, self sabotaging behaviours, obsessions ,anxiety, or major life events? There comes a time when these issues get on top of us , we feel stuck and need to make a change!. I am a Registered and fully accredited BABCP Psychotherapist and Core Mental Health Professional (NMC Registered) and I’d love to help you on your journey towards change and self-discovery. My goals are to help you understand yourself, life experience and your trauma on a deeper level then to help brake unhelpful cycles/ patterns of thoughts and behaviours creating a positive change.
Are you struggling with trauma, low self esteem, depression, self sabotaging behaviours, obsessions ,anxiety, or major life events? There comes a time when these issues get on top of us , we feel stuck and need to make a change!. I am a Registered and fully accredited BABCP Psychotherapist and Core Mental Health Professional (NMC Registered) and I’d love to help you on your journey towards change and self-discovery. My goals are to help you understand yourself, life experience and your trauma on a deeper level then to help brake unhelpful cycles/ patterns of thoughts and behaviours creating a positive change.
Dr Julija Jain
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Manchester M3
Share your problems, Challenge them, Learn new ways of coping and experience Change with my psychological services. I have over 10 years of training and practice in the most effective therapies aimed at helping people with complex and less complex mental health needs. As a highly skilled Chartered Counselling Psychologist, I can help you feel empowered and gain control of yourself and your responses to challenging situations. Book yourself for an initial psychological assessment session which will help us to have a better understanding of your issues and what specific approach is needed to resolve these issues: www.drjulijajain.com
Share your problems, Challenge them, Learn new ways of coping and experience Change with my psychological services. I have over 10 years of training and practice in the most effective therapies aimed at helping people with complex and less complex mental health needs. As a highly skilled Chartered Counselling Psychologist, I can help you feel empowered and gain control of yourself and your responses to challenging situations. Book yourself for an initial psychological assessment session which will help us to have a better understanding of your issues and what specific approach is needed to resolve these issues: www.drjulijajain.com
Cherisse Amusa
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester M3 (Online Only)
Welcome I am Cherisse. I provide a safe and compassionate space where healing and growth begin. I am a dynamic therapist and have a varied experiences of working with clients from different backgrounds and a wide range of presenting issues. I currently deliver a low cost therapy clinic for people aged 18-30 from Black, marginalised or minority groups who may be struggling to access or afford therapy. Whilst this is the group I tend to work with mostly, I also work with clients outside of this demographic. I have experience of working in private practice, employee assistance programmes and IAPT services.
Welcome I am Cherisse. I provide a safe and compassionate space where healing and growth begin. I am a dynamic therapist and have a varied experiences of working with clients from different backgrounds and a wide range of presenting issues. I currently deliver a low cost therapy clinic for people aged 18-30 from Black, marginalised or minority groups who may be struggling to access or afford therapy. Whilst this is the group I tend to work with mostly, I also work with clients outside of this demographic. I have experience of working in private practice, employee assistance programmes and IAPT services.
Katie Long
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Salford M3
Overwhelming isn’t it? First you realise you could do with the mental health support, and now you’re searching for a counsellor that you feel connected to, meets your values and understands you for who you are and what you’re going through... Right? I hear you. You’ve already done the hard part - recognising you need someone to talk to. You’ve clicked through a few people to find your match… That’s where I come in.
Overwhelming isn’t it? First you realise you could do with the mental health support, and now you’re searching for a counsellor that you feel connected to, meets your values and understands you for who you are and what you’re going through... Right? I hear you. You’ve already done the hard part - recognising you need someone to talk to. You’ve clicked through a few people to find your match… That’s where I come in.
Chi Ko Psychosexual Relationship Therapist
Psychotherapist, MSc, COSRT Accred
Verified Verified
Manchester M3
Chi is a Sex and Relationship Psychotherapist, accredited by BACP and COSRT. He also works with people with sexual addictive behaviour and compulsivity. He has an excellent working knowledge on a range of psychiatric and mental health conditions.
Chi is a Sex and Relationship Psychotherapist, accredited by BACP and COSRT. He also works with people with sexual addictive behaviour and compulsivity. He has an excellent working knowledge on a range of psychiatric and mental health conditions.
Martina Roberta Witter
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Manchester M3
Are you wanting to be happier? Are feeling stuck in life and constantly procrastinating ? Are you feeling down, fed up, worried or stressed? Are you struggling with the demands of life and feeling overwhelmed? I understand as I've been there and so have many of the young people and Adults that I work with. Remember that you're not alone in this journey of life and the season will change. . I can help YOU to be the best version of yourself whilst overcoming emotional difficulties which may prevent YOU from achieving your potential and being happy.
Are you wanting to be happier? Are feeling stuck in life and constantly procrastinating ? Are you feeling down, fed up, worried or stressed? Are you struggling with the demands of life and feeling overwhelmed? I understand as I've been there and so have many of the young people and Adults that I work with. Remember that you're not alone in this journey of life and the season will change. . I can help YOU to be the best version of yourself whilst overcoming emotional difficulties which may prevent YOU from achieving your potential and being happy.
Alexandra Harper
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
Manchester M3
Are you a busy, driven athlete or professional who’s keen to perform at their best but is currently struggling with a particular emotional state, maybe in the form of sudden onsets of anger, anxiety or low mood which feel difficult to resolve? Do you want to be happier or perform better? Are you not reaching your potential due to unhelpful emotional states, not understanding or expressing your emotions, feeling lost or demotivated, or arguing with loved ones? Are you looking for a therapist who is committed to helping you feel happier and reach or even exceed your goals efficiently and effectively?
Are you a busy, driven athlete or professional who’s keen to perform at their best but is currently struggling with a particular emotional state, maybe in the form of sudden onsets of anger, anxiety or low mood which feel difficult to resolve? Do you want to be happier or perform better? Are you not reaching your potential due to unhelpful emotional states, not understanding or expressing your emotions, feeling lost or demotivated, or arguing with loved ones? Are you looking for a therapist who is committed to helping you feel happier and reach or even exceed your goals efficiently and effectively?
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Chloé (Mybabybrain)
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester M3
Hi I’m Chloé. I’m a BABCP registered Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist. I support clients experiencing common mental health difficulties I offer support to clients with Depression, Generalised Anxiety, Low self esteem, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Social Anxiety, Health Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Specific Phobia, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) including birth trauma and more. I do specialise (but am not limited to) the perinatal/ postnatal period.
Hi I’m Chloé. I’m a BABCP registered Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist. I support clients experiencing common mental health difficulties I offer support to clients with Depression, Generalised Anxiety, Low self esteem, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Social Anxiety, Health Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Specific Phobia, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) including birth trauma and more. I do specialise (but am not limited to) the perinatal/ postnatal period.
Lucas Voclere Counselling & Psychotherapy (Online)
Verified Verified
Manchester M3 (Online Only)
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Are you struggling with your life, self-esteem or relationships? To understand who you are, your needs, how to cope & improve your life? Do you need an existential therapy balancing survival & aliveness dedicated to help you embrace & empower your unique diversity (Gender, Sexual, Cultural... - Polyamory/ENM/CNM - Neurodiversity - Intersectionality...)? Then you could benefit from the humanistic & integrative therapy I offer with my passion for diversity, belonging, purpose, relationships & personal development. I offer a holding safe space with no judgments and the acceptance of everything you are, have lived & want to achieve.
Are you struggling with your life, self-esteem or relationships? To understand who you are, your needs, how to cope & improve your life? Do you need an existential therapy balancing survival & aliveness dedicated to help you embrace & empower your unique diversity (Gender, Sexual, Cultural... - Polyamory/ENM/CNM - Neurodiversity - Intersectionality...)? Then you could benefit from the humanistic & integrative therapy I offer with my passion for diversity, belonging, purpose, relationships & personal development. I offer a holding safe space with no judgments and the acceptance of everything you are, have lived & want to achieve.
Anxiety Depression Addictions Psychotherapist
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M3
Imagine finally getting a great night’s sleep and waking up feeling refreshed, energetic and ready to take on the day. How long has it been since that happened? Is your anxiety, depression, addiction and stress weighing you down? That’s where I come in. Through Person-Centred, Compassion Focussed Therapy and Attachment Therapy along with Mindfulness, I will be sure to be able to find out what is holding you back and more importantly, what will enable you to thrive. That’s the exciting part! I guarantee you will walk out that first session feeling lighter and breathing a sigh of relief.
Imagine finally getting a great night’s sleep and waking up feeling refreshed, energetic and ready to take on the day. How long has it been since that happened? Is your anxiety, depression, addiction and stress weighing you down? That’s where I come in. Through Person-Centred, Compassion Focussed Therapy and Attachment Therapy along with Mindfulness, I will be sure to be able to find out what is holding you back and more importantly, what will enable you to thrive. That’s the exciting part! I guarantee you will walk out that first session feeling lighter and breathing a sigh of relief.
Sarah Tombs
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Salford M3 (Online Only)
I'm Sarah - Therapist & Confidence Coach; spending the past 10 yrs teaching 1000’s of high achievers how to overcome doubt & take more confident, decisive action to live their most unapologetic life. Over the past decade, I’ve worked as a high level manager in the NHS & had my own challenges with imposter syndrome, self-doubt & fell into the comparison trap. I’ve experienced painful past relationships, ‘people pleasing', worked through grief/loss & I’ve overcome significant health challenges at a young age. I use my life lessons as medicine to practice with real understanding & now firmly believe that my softness is my superpower.
I'm Sarah - Therapist & Confidence Coach; spending the past 10 yrs teaching 1000’s of high achievers how to overcome doubt & take more confident, decisive action to live their most unapologetic life. Over the past decade, I’ve worked as a high level manager in the NHS & had my own challenges with imposter syndrome, self-doubt & fell into the comparison trap. I’ve experienced painful past relationships, ‘people pleasing', worked through grief/loss & I’ve overcome significant health challenges at a young age. I use my life lessons as medicine to practice with real understanding & now firmly believe that my softness is my superpower.
Dr Joanne Ablett (Flow Clinical Psychology)
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester M3 (Online Only)
Flow CP offers flexible therapy provided by skilled and experienced Clinical Psychologists with a strong value base. If you are struggling with the flow in your life, in any area, whether it be health, work, relationships, past or a bit of everything, please do get in touch for a collaborative and tailored approach to your needs. We have extensive experience working with both mental & physical health difficulties within the NHS and private practice. I am particularly interested in the way that trauma can be expressed through the body and skilled in working holistically with the impact of psychological wellbeing on physical symptoms.
Flow CP offers flexible therapy provided by skilled and experienced Clinical Psychologists with a strong value base. If you are struggling with the flow in your life, in any area, whether it be health, work, relationships, past or a bit of everything, please do get in touch for a collaborative and tailored approach to your needs. We have extensive experience working with both mental & physical health difficulties within the NHS and private practice. I am particularly interested in the way that trauma can be expressed through the body and skilled in working holistically with the impact of psychological wellbeing on physical symptoms.
Tammy Oluyori
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Manchester M3
Are you feeling lost or uncertain, disturbed by difficult memories? I am here to help you find clarity and help you develop skills to help you feel unstuck. If you're struggling with self-esteem, figuring out who you are, or dealing with body image concerns, I'm here to lend a hand and guide you towards healing. I know it's not easy, but I believe in the power of compassion. I will work collaboratively with you to create a safe space where you can talk about your inner struggles without worrying about being judged.
Are you feeling lost or uncertain, disturbed by difficult memories? I am here to help you find clarity and help you develop skills to help you feel unstuck. If you're struggling with self-esteem, figuring out who you are, or dealing with body image concerns, I'm here to lend a hand and guide you towards healing. I know it's not easy, but I believe in the power of compassion. I will work collaboratively with you to create a safe space where you can talk about your inner struggles without worrying about being judged.
Urszula T Wozniak
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M3
Do you get overwhelmed or stuck with your situation, thoughts & feelings? Causing demotivation, unhappiness as well as being emotionally drained due to repeated negative thinking, undesirable feelings, opinions and/or patterns of behaviour affecting your sense of worth or value. I understand with a head full of chaotic thoughts, over thinking or worrying can increase your anxiety, low mood and affect your wellbeing causing obstacles, emotional difficulties & being unable to move on to a better place. Never mind how do you get there, where do you start?
Do you get overwhelmed or stuck with your situation, thoughts & feelings? Causing demotivation, unhappiness as well as being emotionally drained due to repeated negative thinking, undesirable feelings, opinions and/or patterns of behaviour affecting your sense of worth or value. I understand with a head full of chaotic thoughts, over thinking or worrying can increase your anxiety, low mood and affect your wellbeing causing obstacles, emotional difficulties & being unable to move on to a better place. Never mind how do you get there, where do you start?
Tiffany Leung
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Manchester M3 (Online Only)
I have extensive therapy experiences in supporting a wide range of challenges and all walks of life. I strive to work with you in a way which ensures that you can completely be 'just you'. You can be comfortable to bring any difficulties and unspoken thoughts and feelings to me, and we together find out 'the why(s)' in your life, relationships and in you. We recognize it is not easy, though I devote to building trust, that you can develop your own voice and resilience. We walk together to put listening, understanding and compassion first, before taking changes which are manageable, realistic and sustainable.
I have extensive therapy experiences in supporting a wide range of challenges and all walks of life. I strive to work with you in a way which ensures that you can completely be 'just you'. You can be comfortable to bring any difficulties and unspoken thoughts and feelings to me, and we together find out 'the why(s)' in your life, relationships and in you. We recognize it is not easy, though I devote to building trust, that you can develop your own voice and resilience. We walk together to put listening, understanding and compassion first, before taking changes which are manageable, realistic and sustainable.
Ben Dawson
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Manchester M3
Hi, my name is Ben and I am a Consult Clinical Psychologist at Project Trauma. I set up Project Trauma to provide the kind of personalised, compassionate psychological support that people need following events in their life which they have struggled to cope with. Psychological distress can affect anyone and everyone will have a different reaction to traumatic events in their life. We all have different tolerance and ways of coping, but at some stage in our life we will all need help from somewhere.
Hi, my name is Ben and I am a Consult Clinical Psychologist at Project Trauma. I set up Project Trauma to provide the kind of personalised, compassionate psychological support that people need following events in their life which they have struggled to cope with. Psychological distress can affect anyone and everyone will have a different reaction to traumatic events in their life. We all have different tolerance and ways of coping, but at some stage in our life we will all need help from somewhere.
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Compassion Focused Counsellors
How does compassion-focused therapy work?
Compassion-Focused Therapy is based on the idea that humans have at least three emotion regulation systems, including one that responds to threats and another that allows us to self-soothe. Those who experienced serious childhood adversity, the theory goes, have a hyperactive threat system and an underperforming self-soothing system, leaving them vulnerable to shame and a hypercritical mindset. CFT focuses on bringing these systems back into balance, helping the client be kinder to themselves and better able to accept kindness from others.
Is compassion-focused therapy a type of CBT?
Compassion-focused therapy is closely related to cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) and employs many of its techniques. In addition to CBT, CFT also draws from the fields of biology, evolutionary psychology, neuroscience, developmental psychology, and Buddhism. It also has similarities to some types of trauma-focused therapies.
Is compassion-focused therapy evidence based?
Evidence suggests that CFT can be helpful in the treatment of anxiety, mood disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders, psychosis, and other mental illnesses. It has also been shown to be beneficial for individuals who may not have diagnosable psychiatric disorders but who still struggle with persistent self-criticism and feelings of shame.
What are the limitations of compassion-focused therapy?
Compassion-focused therapy is still a relatively new therapy, and research on its efficacy is still in its early stages; while some studies have found positive results, many have suffered from quality issues or small sample sizes. And while most CFT clients find it difficult to practice self-compassion at first, some—especially those who actively fear compassion or are deeply uncomfortable being cared for—may not be fully open to the tenets of CFT, potentially limiting the therapy’s long-term effectiveness.