Codependency Counselling in Ashton-under-Lyne

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I have also had the privilege of supporting individuals and families dealing with addiction, trauma, and life transitions, including divorce and separation, parental alienation, and bereavement. My therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing on a range of modalities such as cognitive-behavioural therapy, mindfulness practices, and person-centered techniques to foster healing and growth. I also specialize in ADHD screening, offering non-drug approaches to manage symptoms, as well as sleep coaching to promote better rest and overall well-being. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can grow!
I have also had the privilege of supporting individuals and families dealing with addiction, trauma, and life transitions, including divorce and separation, parental alienation, and bereavement. My therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing on a range of modalities such as cognitive-behavioural therapy, mindfulness practices, and person-centered techniques to foster healing and growth. I also specialize in ADHD screening, offering non-drug approaches to manage symptoms, as well as sleep coaching to promote better rest and overall well-being. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can grow!
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The Therapy Hive with Lisa
Psychotherapist, PNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Situations such as a new job, new baby, new partner, relationship breakdown, Divorce, Childhood Trauma, infidelity, health problems, bereavement or situations of loss can be hard to deal with. They can lead to feelings of helplessness, anxiety and depression. I can offer a space for you to talk about your feelings, fears and difficulties without having to worry about the impact your friends and family. This can help support and offer new opportunities to feel unburdened and move forward.
Situations such as a new job, new baby, new partner, relationship breakdown, Divorce, Childhood Trauma, infidelity, health problems, bereavement or situations of loss can be hard to deal with. They can lead to feelings of helplessness, anxiety and depression. I can offer a space for you to talk about your feelings, fears and difficulties without having to worry about the impact your friends and family. This can help support and offer new opportunities to feel unburdened and move forward.
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Rachel Challans Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Many of the people I work with come to therapy feeling alone with what they're experiencing. They may be struggling with anxiety, intrusive thoughts, difficult or abusive relationships, low self-esteem, addiction, sexual concerns, or experiences they find hard are too much and too hard to share. Some feel overwhelmed, confused, or stuck in patterns they can't seem to break. Others simply want a space where they can be honest without fear of judgement. I offer a grounded, compassionate space where we can explore what is happening for you, make sense of difficult experiences, and work towards greater clarity and self-understanding.
Many of the people I work with come to therapy feeling alone with what they're experiencing. They may be struggling with anxiety, intrusive thoughts, difficult or abusive relationships, low self-esteem, addiction, sexual concerns, or experiences they find hard are too much and too hard to share. Some feel overwhelmed, confused, or stuck in patterns they can't seem to break. Others simply want a space where they can be honest without fear of judgement. I offer a grounded, compassionate space where we can explore what is happening for you, make sense of difficult experiences, and work towards greater clarity and self-understanding.
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Voyage Counselling
Counsellor, BACP
Serves Area
Hello, I'm Nicole and I am a Person Centred Counsellor. I offer counselling to adults covering a variety of issues including anxiety, depression and/or emotional trauma, no matter what the cause. I am very passionate about supporting people and provide a safe, private and non-judgmental space for you to explore and talk about your concerns and difficulties. Whatever is holding you back from living life on your terms is worth talking about. I fully believe that everyone has the power within themselves to promote positive change.
Hello, I'm Nicole and I am a Person Centred Counsellor. I offer counselling to adults covering a variety of issues including anxiety, depression and/or emotional trauma, no matter what the cause. I am very passionate about supporting people and provide a safe, private and non-judgmental space for you to explore and talk about your concerns and difficulties. Whatever is holding you back from living life on your terms is worth talking about. I fully believe that everyone has the power within themselves to promote positive change.
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Zahra Mushtaq
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or exhausted by anxiety, low mood, trauma, self-doubt or constant overthinking. Perhaps past experiences continue to affect your relationships, confidence or day-to-day wellbeing. Therapy can help you understand these patterns and create meaningful change.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or exhausted by anxiety, low mood, trauma, self-doubt or constant overthinking. Perhaps past experiences continue to affect your relationships, confidence or day-to-day wellbeing. Therapy can help you understand these patterns and create meaningful change.
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Victoria Wade
Counsellor, MSc, BACP
Leeds LS10
You might look as though you are coping well on the outside, yet privately feel overwhelmed, self-critical, or stuck in patterns that keep repeating. Perhaps you overthink conversations long after they have ended, question whether you are too much or not enough, or find yourself working hard to keep others happy while neglecting your own needs. You may appear capable and successful, yet struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, or relationship patterns that leave you feeling unseen or misunderstood. Together, we can begin to understand how these relationship patterns originally formed and how you can start to respond differently.
You might look as though you are coping well on the outside, yet privately feel overwhelmed, self-critical, or stuck in patterns that keep repeating. Perhaps you overthink conversations long after they have ended, question whether you are too much or not enough, or find yourself working hard to keep others happy while neglecting your own needs. You may appear capable and successful, yet struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, or relationship patterns that leave you feeling unseen or misunderstood. Together, we can begin to understand how these relationship patterns originally formed and how you can start to respond differently.
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Jacki Henderson
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Sale M33
As an experienced BACP-registered Counsellor and Psychotherapist, I provide a warm, confidential, and non-judgemental environment where you can talk openly about whatever is troubling you. My approach is primarily Person-Centred, which means I work alongside you with empathy, respect and understanding. I also draw on a range of therapeutic approaches, including CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Transactional Analysis, and Mindfulness, enabling me to tailor sessions to your individual needs and help you develop greater self-awareness, resilience, and wellbeing.
As an experienced BACP-registered Counsellor and Psychotherapist, I provide a warm, confidential, and non-judgemental environment where you can talk openly about whatever is troubling you. My approach is primarily Person-Centred, which means I work alongside you with empathy, respect and understanding. I also draw on a range of therapeutic approaches, including CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Transactional Analysis, and Mindfulness, enabling me to tailor sessions to your individual needs and help you develop greater self-awareness, resilience, and wellbeing.
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Victoria Abadi
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
I use a combination of skill sets to aid in full recovery from addiction and codependency.
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
I use a combination of skill sets to aid in full recovery from addiction and codependency.
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
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Jayne Tamsett
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I have particular interests supporting those who identify with autistic or ADHD traits and survivors of narcissistic abuse. Feeling empowered, we will develop your emotional healing & resilience, working as a team discovering your true self. The real self, free of any past hurt, guilt, shame/other negative thoughts, feelings, behaviours and unwanted bodily sensations that you feel you have never deserved. My practice is inclusive and anti-oppressive, ensuring clients feel safe to be themselves, truly heard, and understood. I am committed to walking alongside you with compassion, authenticity and a focus on lasting change.
I have particular interests supporting those who identify with autistic or ADHD traits and survivors of narcissistic abuse. Feeling empowered, we will develop your emotional healing & resilience, working as a team discovering your true self. The real self, free of any past hurt, guilt, shame/other negative thoughts, feelings, behaviours and unwanted bodily sensations that you feel you have never deserved. My practice is inclusive and anti-oppressive, ensuring clients feel safe to be themselves, truly heard, and understood. I am committed to walking alongside you with compassion, authenticity and a focus on lasting change.
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Nicola Burgess
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Nicola, a qualified Person-Centred counsellor. Do you experience times when things just get too much and although you may have a good network of family, friends or colleagues you just need a safe space where you can go to talk, not be judged and know that whatever is spoken about is confidential. Whatever is troubling you may stem from your childhood, a relationship, a traumatic event or something else but whatever it is, this maybe preventing you from living your life to the full. The first step can be daunting, but together we can explore your thoughts, your feelings which will enable you to gain a greater self worth.
Hi, I'm Nicola, a qualified Person-Centred counsellor. Do you experience times when things just get too much and although you may have a good network of family, friends or colleagues you just need a safe space where you can go to talk, not be judged and know that whatever is spoken about is confidential. Whatever is troubling you may stem from your childhood, a relationship, a traumatic event or something else but whatever it is, this maybe preventing you from living your life to the full. The first step can be daunting, but together we can explore your thoughts, your feelings which will enable you to gain a greater self worth.
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Joanna Elizabeth Jamieson
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Waitlist for new clients
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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Claire P
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
I work with people who struggle with people-pleasing, self-doubt, and relationship anxiety. You might worry about disappointing others, replay conversations in your mind, or feel guilty for putting your own needs first. Over time, people-pleasing can leave you feeling exhausted, resentful, and disconnected from what you truly want. Therapy offers a space to understand where these patterns began and how they shape your relationships today. Together we can explore your needs, build confidence in expressing them, and practise setting healthier boundaries so you can feel more grounded, secure, and comfortable being yourself.
I work with people who struggle with people-pleasing, self-doubt, and relationship anxiety. You might worry about disappointing others, replay conversations in your mind, or feel guilty for putting your own needs first. Over time, people-pleasing can leave you feeling exhausted, resentful, and disconnected from what you truly want. Therapy offers a space to understand where these patterns began and how they shape your relationships today. Together we can explore your needs, build confidence in expressing them, and practise setting healthier boundaries so you can feel more grounded, secure, and comfortable being yourself.
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Photo of Victoria Harrison - Forever growing , Counsellor, MBACP
Forever growing
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Vicky to begin I’d like to acknowledge how difficult it can be making that first step to recognising you may need some support. It takes courage to admit you may need a helping hand, or someone to help bear that heavy weight you may be carrying. Something I believe most of us need at some point in our lives. It can be difficult to turn to those closest to us for fear we may be judged or not truly listened to. So, I offer a safe confidential space for you to be heard, and to explore the issues that may be troubling you, in a non-judgemental way. Somewhere you can lead at your own pace.
Hi, I'm Vicky to begin I’d like to acknowledge how difficult it can be making that first step to recognising you may need some support. It takes courage to admit you may need a helping hand, or someone to help bear that heavy weight you may be carrying. Something I believe most of us need at some point in our lives. It can be difficult to turn to those closest to us for fear we may be judged or not truly listened to. So, I offer a safe confidential space for you to be heard, and to explore the issues that may be troubling you, in a non-judgemental way. Somewhere you can lead at your own pace.
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Rashida Mustafa
Psychotherapist, MA, GMBPsS
At this point in your life when you are looking for therapy, you may have a hunch that the burden you carry has grown too much to hold on your own and somebody needs to hear you out. Many conversations heal, but the difference between a psychologist and a friend is that looking at things with the tools and theories we have at our disposal can help you define the problem, perhaps reframe it and then resolve it. That is the starting point for feeling better. You may wonder whether anything can really help, because everything may seem complicated and deep, but the wonder of your own self is waiting for you to unfold.
At this point in your life when you are looking for therapy, you may have a hunch that the burden you carry has grown too much to hold on your own and somebody needs to hear you out. Many conversations heal, but the difference between a psychologist and a friend is that looking at things with the tools and theories we have at our disposal can help you define the problem, perhaps reframe it and then resolve it. That is the starting point for feeling better. You may wonder whether anything can really help, because everything may seem complicated and deep, but the wonder of your own self is waiting for you to unfold.
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Muby Oztabay
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have 20 years of experience as an Integrative counsellor/psychotherapist. Throughout my career, I have provided over 9000 hours of psychotherapy sessions, working with Children, Adolescents and Adults in Higher Education, the Third Sector/NGOs and Tier 3 services across United Kingdo
I have 20 years of experience as an Integrative counsellor/psychotherapist. Throughout my career, I have provided over 9000 hours of psychotherapy sessions, working with Children, Adolescents and Adults in Higher Education, the Third Sector/NGOs and Tier 3 services across United Kingdo
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I offer Person Centred counselling, a non-directive approach, which believes, given the right conditions, a person can reach their full potential and become their true self. I aim to offer a safe, non-judgemental, supportive, and understanding space for you to talk about past or present feelings, emotions, and events. From our work together, I hope to facilitate your personal growth and self-development thus enabling you to make peace or find resolution of current or past difficulties.
I offer Person Centred counselling, a non-directive approach, which believes, given the right conditions, a person can reach their full potential and become their true self. I aim to offer a safe, non-judgemental, supportive, and understanding space for you to talk about past or present feelings, emotions, and events. From our work together, I hope to facilitate your personal growth and self-development thus enabling you to make peace or find resolution of current or past difficulties.
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Dr Craig Newman
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I offer a compassionate, collaborative space to help adults facing past trauma, anxiety, burnout, relationship difficulties, chronic pain, ADHD, sleep problems, and life transitions. My evidence-based approach focuses on practical solutions and meaningful change that fit your goals, helping you build resilience and move forward. I also have extensive experience supporting clients recovering from trauma, including the effects of abusive relationships. I come with over 25 years of experience as a Clinical Psychologist and published trauma recovery author, I work remotely.
I offer a compassionate, collaborative space to help adults facing past trauma, anxiety, burnout, relationship difficulties, chronic pain, ADHD, sleep problems, and life transitions. My evidence-based approach focuses on practical solutions and meaningful change that fit your goals, helping you build resilience and move forward. I also have extensive experience supporting clients recovering from trauma, including the effects of abusive relationships. I come with over 25 years of experience as a Clinical Psychologist and published trauma recovery author, I work remotely.
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Helen Mills Porter
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Wigan WN5
Relationships can be incredibly rewarding, yet sometimes they become sources of pain, confusion, or shame. Whether you're dealing with communication breakdowns in your marriage, complex family dynamics, or struggling with addictive behaviours that affect your intimate connections, you deserve compassionate support. You're looking for someone who truly understands the complexities of human relationships and addiction without judgment.
Relationships can be incredibly rewarding, yet sometimes they become sources of pain, confusion, or shame. Whether you're dealing with communication breakdowns in your marriage, complex family dynamics, or struggling with addictive behaviours that affect your intimate connections, you deserve compassionate support. You're looking for someone who truly understands the complexities of human relationships and addiction without judgment.
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Nicole Brook
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I am a friendly and professionally qualified counsellor, psychotherapist and supervisor. I help people manage depression, anxiety, stress, anger and relationship issues. I also help people explore issues of gender and sexuality, offering a supportive and confidential space. I have a warm, relaxed approach and will try to help you feel as comfortable as possible. My aim is to understand you and your unique situation, and to help you with the issues that you may be struggling with, in order to help you resolve them. Counselling facilitates self awareness, enabling your own capacity for healing, growth and change.
I am a friendly and professionally qualified counsellor, psychotherapist and supervisor. I help people manage depression, anxiety, stress, anger and relationship issues. I also help people explore issues of gender and sexuality, offering a supportive and confidential space. I have a warm, relaxed approach and will try to help you feel as comfortable as possible. My aim is to understand you and your unique situation, and to help you with the issues that you may be struggling with, in order to help you resolve them. Counselling facilitates self awareness, enabling your own capacity for healing, growth and change.
01423 740187 View 01423 740187
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Marie Brockley
Counsellor, MA, BACP
Leek ST13
How to explain what counselling is... If you're holding a cup of coffee and somebody accidentally bumps into you, you will most likely spill a drop or two, or depending on the bump impact a few spoonfuls or more. If there had been tea or something else in your cup, the result would be the same. Your emotions and feelings are like the coffee, because sometimes when life comes along and shakes you (which will happen to us all) whatever is inside your cup will spill out. Sometimes life can be easier until you get bumped.....but then you may need somebody to talk to, this is where counselling can help.
How to explain what counselling is... If you're holding a cup of coffee and somebody accidentally bumps into you, you will most likely spill a drop or two, or depending on the bump impact a few spoonfuls or more. If there had been tea or something else in your cup, the result would be the same. Your emotions and feelings are like the coffee, because sometimes when life comes along and shakes you (which will happen to us all) whatever is inside your cup will spill out. Sometimes life can be easier until you get bumped.....but then you may need somebody to talk to, this is where counselling can help.
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Codependency Counsellors
What therapy types help with codependency problems?
Both couples and family therapy and cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) can help with the relationship difficulties referred to as codependency. Such problems typically include inappropriate feelings of responsibility for a loved one’s destructive behavior, irrational patterns of thinking about such behavior, and family interaction patterns in which the needs of one troubled member override the needs of others in a household.

What happens in therapy for codependency?
Spouses and family members learn and practice how to interact and support each other in a healthy way without sacrificing their own needs or well-being. They learn the limits of their responsibility for their loved ones and correct faulty patterns of thinking and feeling that underlie codependent behavior. Individuals may be encouraged to nurture an array of social relationships and to cultivate their own talents and interests so that they develop a healthy sense of self outside the family.

How does therapy help a person or couple overcome codependency?
Therapy helps people establish healthy ways of being in a relationship. Spouses and family members learn how to nurture and support one another without sacrificing their own needs or allowing the needs of one person to dominate the dynamic. Individuals learn how to say no and set boundaries, and how to maintain their own identity and self-esteem. Therapy helps people understand that they are not responsible for the feelings and actions of others. It also helps individuals deal with the turbulence that can come from living with a person suffering from such conditions as substance abuse and mental illness.

What is the goal of therapy for codependency?
One goal of therapy for codependency is to alleviate feelings of responsibility for and correct irrational patterns of thinking about loved ones whose behavioral problems override the needs of others in a household. Therapy helps people establish healthy boundaries of behavior and speak up for their own needs in a relationship. In addition, people learn how to maintain a healthy relationship, one in which both parties give and receive equally and are able to retain their own identity.