Body Image Counselling in Altrincham
Are you tired of doubting yourself and feeling like you're never quite enough? Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of overthinking, overachieving, and constantly questioning your worth? If this sounds like you, I'm here to help.
The people I work with are often driven to succeed but held back by an inner voice that doubts, criticises, or shames. Underneath their accomplishments, they feel exhausted by perfectionism, people-pleasing, or self-blame that keeps them stuck. Many suspect they are neurodivergent, or are starting to realise that growing up with emotionally immature parents has had a significant impact.
Are you tired of doubting yourself and feeling like you're never quite enough? Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of overthinking, overachieving, and constantly questioning your worth? If this sounds like you, I'm here to help.
The people I work with are often driven to succeed but held back by an inner voice that doubts, criticises, or shames. Underneath their accomplishments, they feel exhausted by perfectionism, people-pleasing, or self-blame that keeps them stuck. Many suspect they are neurodivergent, or are starting to realise that growing up with emotionally immature parents has had a significant impact.
I am an accredited CBT and EMDR Psychotherapist working with persons struggling with their mental health, to work towards a happier life. I strive to provide a warm and friendly environment with a therapist who understands your needs. I aim to help you learn to manage negative thoughts/emotions.
I have lived experience of historic abuse, infertility, IVF, ADHD and pregnancy trauma/complications/pre-term birth. I feel this experience gives me a unique insight into helping others navigate through their own journeys.
I am an accredited CBT and EMDR Psychotherapist working with persons struggling with their mental health, to work towards a happier life. I strive to provide a warm and friendly environment with a therapist who understands your needs. I aim to help you learn to manage negative thoughts/emotions.
I have lived experience of historic abuse, infertility, IVF, ADHD and pregnancy trauma/complications/pre-term birth. I feel this experience gives me a unique insight into helping others navigate through their own journeys.
I am a person-centred counsellor, which means that I believe you know best what you need. I will offer you a safe place, support, and acceptance for you to explore your struggles. I believe that with non-judgemental care, people naturally move towards self improvement. Even if you're not entirely sure what's wrong or how to fix it, together we can explore it and, hopefully, find your path through it.
I work one-on-one, both face-to-face and online. I offer as many sessions as you need, providing you with a place to explore your problems, without judgement.
I am a person-centred counsellor, which means that I believe you know best what you need. I will offer you a safe place, support, and acceptance for you to explore your struggles. I believe that with non-judgemental care, people naturally move towards self improvement. Even if you're not entirely sure what's wrong or how to fix it, together we can explore it and, hopefully, find your path through it.
I work one-on-one, both face-to-face and online. I offer as many sessions as you need, providing you with a place to explore your problems, without judgement.
Welcome and thank you for checking out my page. You may have landed here for any number of reasons, whether life events have presented challenges to your wellbeing, you are experiencing difficulties with your mental health, or something just does not feel quite right in yourself or your world. As a qualified counselling psychologist, I am trained and experienced in a number of ways of supporting people as they navigate all kinds of human difficulties and questions.
Welcome and thank you for checking out my page. You may have landed here for any number of reasons, whether life events have presented challenges to your wellbeing, you are experiencing difficulties with your mental health, or something just does not feel quite right in yourself or your world. As a qualified counselling psychologist, I am trained and experienced in a number of ways of supporting people as they navigate all kinds of human difficulties and questions.
Congratulations on taking the first step towards dealing with yours or a loved ones addiction. If you have struggled with any form of addiction or been affected by a loved ones addiction then I imagine you have tried and tried again to get a handle on this problem. If you are reading this then I suspect it hasn’t worked on your own and you are looking for some tools to help you finally achieve the outcomes you are aiming for. Addiction is difficult to treat without professional guidance. I have worked as a qualified therapist working with addiction for over 20 years and know how to help once help is asked for. Reach out ask for help
Congratulations on taking the first step towards dealing with yours or a loved ones addiction. If you have struggled with any form of addiction or been affected by a loved ones addiction then I imagine you have tried and tried again to get a handle on this problem. If you are reading this then I suspect it hasn’t worked on your own and you are looking for some tools to help you finally achieve the outcomes you are aiming for. Addiction is difficult to treat without professional guidance. I have worked as a qualified therapist working with addiction for over 20 years and know how to help once help is asked for. Reach out ask for help
Hey, I'm an EMDR & Trauma psychotherapist working online. My approach to therapy is integrative, meaning I use different therapy methods, such as EMDR, that will help with your process. My speciality is working with trauma, specifically childhood and sexual trauma. I have additional training working with neurodivergence and EMDR. Further information on my training and background can be found on my website listed below.
Hey, I'm an EMDR & Trauma psychotherapist working online. My approach to therapy is integrative, meaning I use different therapy methods, such as EMDR, that will help with your process. My speciality is working with trauma, specifically childhood and sexual trauma. I have additional training working with neurodivergence and EMDR. Further information on my training and background can be found on my website listed below.
Hi, I'm Ursula.
I became a therapist because I believe everyone deserves the chance to become who they were always meant to be — and sometimes we need a little support to get there.
I am a Psychotherapist in Advanced Clinical Training at the Manchester Institute for Psychotherapy, working towards full accreditation. My main approach is Transactional Analysis — a relational, humanistic method that explores how our past experiences shape the way we think, feel, and relate to others today. I also draw on sensorimotor and body psychotherapy, recognising that our experiences aren't just held in our minds, but in our bodies too.
Hi, I'm Ursula.
I became a therapist because I believe everyone deserves the chance to become who they were always meant to be — and sometimes we need a little support to get there.
I am a Psychotherapist in Advanced Clinical Training at the Manchester Institute for Psychotherapy, working towards full accreditation. My main approach is Transactional Analysis — a relational, humanistic method that explores how our past experiences shape the way we think, feel, and relate to others today. I also draw on sensorimotor and body psychotherapy, recognising that our experiences aren't just held in our minds, but in our bodies too.
Catriona works with individuals and couples seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships. Clients are often thoughtful and self-aware, but may feel stuck in recurring patterns of anxiety, disconnection, or self-doubt. There may be a sense that something isn’t quite working, despite insight or effort. Through a reflective and relational approach, she supports clients in making sense of these patterns and moving towards lasting, meaningful change.
Catriona works with individuals and couples seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships. Clients are often thoughtful and self-aware, but may feel stuck in recurring patterns of anxiety, disconnection, or self-doubt. There may be a sense that something isn’t quite working, despite insight or effort. Through a reflective and relational approach, she supports clients in making sense of these patterns and moving towards lasting, meaningful change.
Welcome, and thank you for taking the first step toward your well-being. Seeking support is a courageous act, and I want you to know that you are not alone on this journey. I’m here to help you navigate the challenges you’re facing, whether it’s anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stress, or simply feeling stuck in life. My approach is warm, compassionate, and client-centered, focused on creating a safe space where you can express yourself openly without judgment. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process, and I am committed to walking alongside you as we work toward your goals. Warmly, Lyndsey
Welcome, and thank you for taking the first step toward your well-being. Seeking support is a courageous act, and I want you to know that you are not alone on this journey. I’m here to help you navigate the challenges you’re facing, whether it’s anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stress, or simply feeling stuck in life. My approach is warm, compassionate, and client-centered, focused on creating a safe space where you can express yourself openly without judgment. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process, and I am committed to walking alongside you as we work toward your goals. Warmly, Lyndsey
You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low, or stuck, even if you can’t fully explain why. Perhaps work, relationships, or life changes have left you questioning yourself, your choices, or your sense of direction.
I work with adults and couples who want to understand what’s happening beneath the surface and make meaningful, lasting change, rather than relying on quick fixes or coping strategies that don’t hold.
Therapy with me offers space to slow down, think clearly, and explore patterns that may be keeping you stuck, so you can move forward with greater confidence and agency.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low, or stuck, even if you can’t fully explain why. Perhaps work, relationships, or life changes have left you questioning yourself, your choices, or your sense of direction.
I work with adults and couples who want to understand what’s happening beneath the surface and make meaningful, lasting change, rather than relying on quick fixes or coping strategies that don’t hold.
Therapy with me offers space to slow down, think clearly, and explore patterns that may be keeping you stuck, so you can move forward with greater confidence and agency.
Do you find yourself overthinking, feeling anxious or reacting in ways that leave you frustrated or misunderstood? You might notice yourself replaying conversations, questioning your reactions, or wondering why certain patterns keep repeating in your relationships or everyday life. Many people experience anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or self-criticism without fully understanding where these patterns come from.
Do you find yourself overthinking, feeling anxious or reacting in ways that leave you frustrated or misunderstood? You might notice yourself replaying conversations, questioning your reactions, or wondering why certain patterns keep repeating in your relationships or everyday life. Many people experience anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or self-criticism without fully understanding where these patterns come from.
I’m Jo, a Cognitive Analytic Therapist with a background in mental health nursing. If you are having difficulties in your relationships with others, struggling with your feelings and emotions, low self-esteem, perfectionism, or feeling overwhelmed, I can offer a compassionate space in which we can make sense of what’s going on for you and find new, more helpful ways forward. I've worked with individuals with complex emotional struggles, trauma, low mood, anxiety, low self-esteem, and loss and I have particular experience of working therapeutically with individuals with life changing illness and cancer.
I’m Jo, a Cognitive Analytic Therapist with a background in mental health nursing. If you are having difficulties in your relationships with others, struggling with your feelings and emotions, low self-esteem, perfectionism, or feeling overwhelmed, I can offer a compassionate space in which we can make sense of what’s going on for you and find new, more helpful ways forward. I've worked with individuals with complex emotional struggles, trauma, low mood, anxiety, low self-esteem, and loss and I have particular experience of working therapeutically with individuals with life changing illness and cancer.
Hi, I'm Talia! I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor & founder of The Cedar Counselling Clinic, based in Manchester and Cheshire. My goal is to provide specialist and tailored support to improve your overall mental health & wellbeing.
As an Integrative Counsellor, I combine CBT, Psychodynamic, and Humanistic Approaches to help clients feel empowered, recognise their worth, and navigate life's complexities in a safe and nurturing space. Whether you're facing challenging times, seeking personal growth, or navigating various life transitions, my goal is to de-stigmatise mental health an ensure clients make themselves a priority.
Hi, I'm Talia! I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor & founder of The Cedar Counselling Clinic, based in Manchester and Cheshire. My goal is to provide specialist and tailored support to improve your overall mental health & wellbeing.
As an Integrative Counsellor, I combine CBT, Psychodynamic, and Humanistic Approaches to help clients feel empowered, recognise their worth, and navigate life's complexities in a safe and nurturing space. Whether you're facing challenging times, seeking personal growth, or navigating various life transitions, my goal is to de-stigmatise mental health an ensure clients make themselves a priority.
Hi, I’m Georgina, a qualified integrative counsellor specialising in supporting clients through burnout and overwhelm. If you’re a professional, parent, or high-functioning achiever navigating burnout, identity shifts, or major life transitions - you’re in the right place.
You might look capable, successful, and “fine” on the outside. But inside, you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or quietly struggling.
I work with clients navigating burnout, identity shifts, self-worth issues and the pressure of juggling multiple roles.
I offer in person therapy in my private therapy office in Hale, Altrincham, Cheshire or online.
Hi, I’m Georgina, a qualified integrative counsellor specialising in supporting clients through burnout and overwhelm. If you’re a professional, parent, or high-functioning achiever navigating burnout, identity shifts, or major life transitions - you’re in the right place.
You might look capable, successful, and “fine” on the outside. But inside, you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or quietly struggling.
I work with clients navigating burnout, identity shifts, self-worth issues and the pressure of juggling multiple roles.
I offer in person therapy in my private therapy office in Hale, Altrincham, Cheshire or online.
I offer a calm, supportive space for parents, carers, children and young people who may be feeling emotionally stretched, anxious or unsure how to move forward during difficult periods in life.
I have a particular interest in supporting families navigating emotional regulation difficulties, school-related stress, sensory needs, possible neurodivergence and periods of transition or family change. I also offer reflective parent/carer consultations for families who may be unsure what kind of support feels most appropriate for their child or young person.
I offer a calm, supportive space for parents, carers, children and young people who may be feeling emotionally stretched, anxious or unsure how to move forward during difficult periods in life.
I have a particular interest in supporting families navigating emotional regulation difficulties, school-related stress, sensory needs, possible neurodivergence and periods of transition or family change. I also offer reflective parent/carer consultations for families who may be unsure what kind of support feels most appropriate for their child or young person.
You are professionally capable and privately running on empty.
Perhaps you are neurodivergent, navigating a world not built for your brain.
Perhaps you are LGBTQIA+, still carrying the cost of years spent not quite fitting. Perhaps you are in a relationship that once felt like home and now feels like a negotiation, 2 capable people who somehow cannot reach each other anymore. You are done performing for each other.
Couple counselling here helps you put the disconnection down & find your way back to each other. You are done being the version of yourself that everyone else finds easier. You are here because something has to change.
You are professionally capable and privately running on empty.
Perhaps you are neurodivergent, navigating a world not built for your brain.
Perhaps you are LGBTQIA+, still carrying the cost of years spent not quite fitting. Perhaps you are in a relationship that once felt like home and now feels like a negotiation, 2 capable people who somehow cannot reach each other anymore. You are done performing for each other.
Couple counselling here helps you put the disconnection down & find your way back to each other. You are done being the version of yourself that everyone else finds easier. You are here because something has to change.
Many of the people I work with feel stuck in patterns they understand intellectually but cannot seem to change. They may struggle with anxiety, low self-worth, people-pleasing, perfectionism, relationship difficulties, trauma, or the lasting effects of earlier experiences. Some have had previous therapy and gained insight, yet still find themselves reacting in ways they would like to change. Through EMDR and attachment-informed therapy, I help clients process the experiences that continue to influence the present and create lasting change.
Many of the people I work with feel stuck in patterns they understand intellectually but cannot seem to change. They may struggle with anxiety, low self-worth, people-pleasing, perfectionism, relationship difficulties, trauma, or the lasting effects of earlier experiences. Some have had previous therapy and gained insight, yet still find themselves reacting in ways they would like to change. Through EMDR and attachment-informed therapy, I help clients process the experiences that continue to influence the present and create lasting change.
If you're willing to gently turn inward, ask yourself some uncomfortable yet meaningful questions, and bring your full self into a therapeutic relationship, I'm ready to work with you. Many of my clients come with anxiety, trauma, ADHD, grief, relationship difficulties, identity questions, or a sense of feeling stuck or disconnected. Together, we explore not only what is happening, but also why, creating opportunities for deeper understanding and meaningful change.
If you're willing to gently turn inward, ask yourself some uncomfortable yet meaningful questions, and bring your full self into a therapeutic relationship, I'm ready to work with you. Many of my clients come with anxiety, trauma, ADHD, grief, relationship difficulties, identity questions, or a sense of feeling stuck or disconnected. Together, we explore not only what is happening, but also why, creating opportunities for deeper understanding and meaningful change.
Deciding to come to therapy, and choosing a therapist, is an incredibly big decision. Over the years, I have found that a lot of my clients have not always had the best experience with practitioners, and this can cause significant anxiety when deciding to access therapy again. Whether you are coming to therapy for the first time, or you have had therapy before, I respect the care and time that is needed to find the right person for you. It is important for you to feel safe and valued for you to explore what is happening in your life. Please don't hesitate to get in touch if you want to learn a little more about me and my approach.
Deciding to come to therapy, and choosing a therapist, is an incredibly big decision. Over the years, I have found that a lot of my clients have not always had the best experience with practitioners, and this can cause significant anxiety when deciding to access therapy again. Whether you are coming to therapy for the first time, or you have had therapy before, I respect the care and time that is needed to find the right person for you. It is important for you to feel safe and valued for you to explore what is happening in your life. Please don't hesitate to get in touch if you want to learn a little more about me and my approach.
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.
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How does body image affect mental health?
Poor body image can influence mental health because it can reduce self-esteem and decrease functioning in other areas of one's life. Negative body image may hinder someone's ability to perform daily tasks, including professional and social responsibilities, because they may feel self-conscious or shame surrounding their appearance; a desire to change one's body as a result of negative body image can also trigger behaviors such as extreme dieting, excessive exercise, or obsessive social media comparison. Poor body image is associated with a number of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, and eating disorders, although many people experience negative body image even in the absence of meeting the diagnostic criteria for any mental health disorders.
What does it mean to have a positive body image?
Body image refers to how one internally perceives their appearance and internally "talks" to themself about their body. Positive body image is therefore indicative of a positive perception of one's self and positive internal self-talk that underscores one's strengths. People who have good body image often have higher self-esteem, self-worth, and self-confidence, and they also often recognise how external factors, such as social media or relationship patterns, can influence body image. While body image can change at different life stages and in response to various triggers, practicing self-acceptance and a body-positive mindset can help maintain a more stable sense of positive body image.
Is body image the same as self-esteem?
Body image and self-esteem are often related, but they are distinct concepts. Self-esteem is a broader term that can be shaped by a number of factors outside of body image, including one's functioning at school or in the workplace; it refers to one's capacity to handle various life challenges. Poor body image can be one way in which one's self-esteem is reduced. Reduced self-esteem as a result of poor body image can cause individuals to feel negative about their appearance, withdraw from social interactions, and/or rely on harmful behaviours as a coping mechanism. A "body positive" approach to body image therapy is therefore often used to encourage a more positive view of one's self and thus encourage better self-esteem.
What type of therapy is best to foster a positive body image?
The type of therapy best suited to improve body image depends on each person, as there is not a single therapy specific to body image improvement. That said, many individuals with poor body image benefit from therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based therapy. CBT can be used to help challenge distorted or negative thoughts about one's body, while ACT and mindfulness practices can facilitate a more positive body image through self-acceptance and identification of one's personal strengths. Regardless of treatment type, clients should look for body image therapists who encourage the development of a sense of self outside of their external appearance and help clients reduce unwanted behaviours developed as a result of poor self-esteem, such as dieting or disordered eating patterns.