Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Counselling in Bamber Bridge

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Jacqueline Branfield | Forever Growing
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I draw from various models, including mindfulness, establishing and embedding helpful healthy strategies, reducing stress, trauma and anxiety.
A warm welcome to Forever Growing Counselling & Wellbeing Specialist, I am Jacqueline a highly skilled Psychotherapist, Counsellor, Hypnotherapist and RTT Practitioner. I also hold experience has a school counsellor and therapeutic practitioner. Together we create a safe calming space, reducing overwhelm, promoting self exploration and expression, gaining deep understanding of challenges faced. At your pace we work towards soothing the nervous system, moving away from anxiety, being your own biggest critic, creating a new updated communication style, compassionate, one that works for you, stepping into being your own best friend.
I draw from various models, including mindfulness, establishing and embedding helpful healthy strategies, reducing stress, trauma and anxiety.
A warm welcome to Forever Growing Counselling & Wellbeing Specialist, I am Jacqueline a highly skilled Psychotherapist, Counsellor, Hypnotherapist and RTT Practitioner. I also hold experience has a school counsellor and therapeutic practitioner. Together we create a safe calming space, reducing overwhelm, promoting self exploration and expression, gaining deep understanding of challenges faced. At your pace we work towards soothing the nervous system, moving away from anxiety, being your own biggest critic, creating a new updated communication style, compassionate, one that works for you, stepping into being your own best friend.
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The Wellness Consultancy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Often clients contact me when other therapy has not helped them in the way they had hoped. This is often due to the complexity of difficulties being layered perhaps in a history of trauma. Distress in the body and mind can be triggered by what appears to be something superficial. This can open up the past or come at a time when our emotional resilience is low so this event has a greater impact than it may have done. We can find ourselves not being able to function in our normal way. Many clients often identify as 'good copers' and those who 'just get on with it'. Perhaps we can't now - this is frightening and can derail us.
Often clients contact me when other therapy has not helped them in the way they had hoped. This is often due to the complexity of difficulties being layered perhaps in a history of trauma. Distress in the body and mind can be triggered by what appears to be something superficial. This can open up the past or come at a time when our emotional resilience is low so this event has a greater impact than it may have done. We can find ourselves not being able to function in our normal way. Many clients often identify as 'good copers' and those who 'just get on with it'. Perhaps we can't now - this is frightening and can derail us.
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Janet Hill
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Qualified NLP Practitioner; Certificate and Diploma in Hypno-Psychotherapy; Certificate in Mindfulness-Based-Stress-Reduction; Reiki Master.
I fully understand how challenging life can be at times, and sometimes things can feel overwhelming. Our worries can create feelings of anxiety and depression, which can in turn make us feel isolated, alone and misunderstood. Having a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space to talk through whatever is on your mind can be incredibly powerful in enabling you to unburden and begin to heal. By being truly listened to, perhaps for the first time, I believe you can start to make sense of your experiences and find solutions to whatever is troubling you.
Qualified NLP Practitioner; Certificate and Diploma in Hypno-Psychotherapy; Certificate in Mindfulness-Based-Stress-Reduction; Reiki Master.
I fully understand how challenging life can be at times, and sometimes things can feel overwhelming. Our worries can create feelings of anxiety and depression, which can in turn make us feel isolated, alone and misunderstood. Having a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space to talk through whatever is on your mind can be incredibly powerful in enabling you to unburden and begin to heal. By being truly listened to, perhaps for the first time, I believe you can start to make sense of your experiences and find solutions to whatever is troubling you.
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Peace within Counselling
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Online Only
I offer a humanistic approach using different techniques (creative, mindfulness, CFT, CBT, solution-focused) that help you to see things differently and find ways to move forward with a new perspective and deeper peace.
I offer Integrative counselling for people (children, young people and adults) who are struggling with: depression, general anxiety, stress, confusion, loss, existential anxiety, anger, separation/divorce, significant change in life, sexual identity, adapting to a new culture/social group, being a carer, bullying, self-harm, isolation.
I offer a humanistic approach using different techniques (creative, mindfulness, CFT, CBT, solution-focused) that help you to see things differently and find ways to move forward with a new perspective and deeper peace.
I offer Integrative counselling for people (children, young people and adults) who are struggling with: depression, general anxiety, stress, confusion, loss, existential anxiety, anger, separation/divorce, significant change in life, sexual identity, adapting to a new culture/social group, being a carer, bullying, self-harm, isolation.
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David Kinvig
Psychotherapist, MSc, BACP
Verified Verified
I am trained in a range of modalities including CBT, Mindfulness and Systemic Family Therapy.
I am a Registered Accredited Advanced EFT Practitioner an Advanced Integral Eye Movement (IEMT) Practitioner, Counsellor and a CBT therapist. I am also an experienced Couples and Family Therapist. I am Accredited in Eating Disorders . I have vast experience in Personality Disorders (PD), Identity Disorders (DID), HIV and in working with Cancer and illness.
I am trained in a range of modalities including CBT, Mindfulness and Systemic Family Therapy.
I am a Registered Accredited Advanced EFT Practitioner an Advanced Integral Eye Movement (IEMT) Practitioner, Counsellor and a CBT therapist. I am also an experienced Couples and Family Therapist. I am Accredited in Eating Disorders . I have vast experience in Personality Disorders (PD), Identity Disorders (DID), HIV and in working with Cancer and illness.
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Darren Taylor
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Leyland PR26
I also offer CBT and Mindfulness.
There are times in our lives when we feel stressed, anxious or unhappy. Times when we are just struggling to cope with our circumstances or we have been knocked off balance by a serious life event or trauma. Times of loss and grief, times when our relationships break down and times when our life just feels empty and lacking in purpose. During these times we may feel overwhelmed, lost and confused and we may not know what to do. Whatever it is that you are struggling with right now, your mental health is important and talking with an experienced counsellor or psychotherapist can help.
I also offer CBT and Mindfulness.
There are times in our lives when we feel stressed, anxious or unhappy. Times when we are just struggling to cope with our circumstances or we have been knocked off balance by a serious life event or trauma. Times of loss and grief, times when our relationships break down and times when our life just feels empty and lacking in purpose. During these times we may feel overwhelmed, lost and confused and we may not know what to do. Whatever it is that you are struggling with right now, your mental health is important and talking with an experienced counsellor or psychotherapist can help.
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Diane Feeney - Counsellor And C B T Therapist
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Providing Mindfulness/calming techniques, Play/Crafts/Art Therapy, Parenting Guidance/Support MBACP Reg no:299337 So
Experienced Counsellor/CBT for Adults/Young People/Couples. I offer a trusting environment, my aim to make you feel relaxed & at ease. Experienced CAMHS, IAPT Mindsmatter, Counsellor various issues School/College couns. 121 or Couples Therapy/ Play & Art Therapy Tel 07494 120291 >LOOK Open 7 days eve weekend late night Tue Thur Fri 9pm to 12am
Providing Mindfulness/calming techniques, Play/Crafts/Art Therapy, Parenting Guidance/Support MBACP Reg no:299337 So
Experienced Counsellor/CBT for Adults/Young People/Couples. I offer a trusting environment, my aim to make you feel relaxed & at ease. Experienced CAMHS, IAPT Mindsmatter, Counsellor various issues School/College couns. 121 or Couples Therapy/ Play & Art Therapy Tel 07494 120291 >LOOK Open 7 days eve weekend late night Tue Thur Fri 9pm to 12am
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Serenity Counselling Cleveleys
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
For anxiety I may use a combination of CBT, Psycho-education, mindfulness and if you want hypnotherapy.
Hi. I'm Jayne, Counsellor, Hypno-psychotherapist. I help people find their best selves. I help You identify what You need and how to achieve that. I do this by using many different methods. With my 14 years experience I delve into my trove of knowledge and choose the methods best suited to you. Everyone can know what is best for themselves but in times of; crisis, trauma, anxiety, depression and other issues it is hard to see clearly. With my help you can achieve the goals you want. The reason I do this -I was once in a very dark place myself, it was a counsellor that helped me, I now pass that precious gift forward, by helping You.
For anxiety I may use a combination of CBT, Psycho-education, mindfulness and if you want hypnotherapy.
Hi. I'm Jayne, Counsellor, Hypno-psychotherapist. I help people find their best selves. I help You identify what You need and how to achieve that. I do this by using many different methods. With my 14 years experience I delve into my trove of knowledge and choose the methods best suited to you. Everyone can know what is best for themselves but in times of; crisis, trauma, anxiety, depression and other issues it is hard to see clearly. With my help you can achieve the goals you want. The reason I do this -I was once in a very dark place myself, it was a counsellor that helped me, I now pass that precious gift forward, by helping You.
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Baylissa Vynne Frederick
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I've had specialised training and experience in integrative counselling, compassion focused therapy (CFT), TA psychotherapy, ACT, trauma informed healing, recovery from narcissistic, sexual, domestic, and other forms of abuse, and am also a trained mindfulness teacher.
Are you going through a challenging time and seeking support to make meaningful changes? Life's difficulties can feel overwhelming, especially during stressful or painful periods. While family and friends may offer well-meaning advice, it can sometimes fall short of providing the objectivity or depth of understanding you need. That's where working with a trained professional can be invaluable.
I've had specialised training and experience in integrative counselling, compassion focused therapy (CFT), TA psychotherapy, ACT, trauma informed healing, recovery from narcissistic, sexual, domestic, and other forms of abuse, and am also a trained mindfulness teacher.
Are you going through a challenging time and seeking support to make meaningful changes? Life's difficulties can feel overwhelming, especially during stressful or painful periods. While family and friends may offer well-meaning advice, it can sometimes fall short of providing the objectivity or depth of understanding you need. That's where working with a trained professional can be invaluable.
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AJA Therapies
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chorley PR7
Such therapeutic approaches include, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance &Commitment Therapy (ACT), Chairwork, Mindfulness and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).
Hi I’m Lola. I created AJA Therapies, to provide accessible and affordable Mental Health therapies for all. AJA is the Yoruba Goddess for health and healing who shared her gift with others so as to continue the cycle of good health and healing. I am no Goddess but hope to share my knowledge and skills with you, to help you become the optimum version of yourself. As an RMN I’ve always strived to help others heal their minds and staying in control of your Mental Health is a constant journey. AJA Therapies can provide you with a variety of skills to maintain that control of your emotional wellbeing.
Such therapeutic approaches include, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance &Commitment Therapy (ACT), Chairwork, Mindfulness and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).
Hi I’m Lola. I created AJA Therapies, to provide accessible and affordable Mental Health therapies for all. AJA is the Yoruba Goddess for health and healing who shared her gift with others so as to continue the cycle of good health and healing. I am no Goddess but hope to share my knowledge and skills with you, to help you become the optimum version of yourself. As an RMN I’ve always strived to help others heal their minds and staying in control of your Mental Health is a constant journey. AJA Therapies can provide you with a variety of skills to maintain that control of your emotional wellbeing.
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Wilde Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
My professional doctorate provided me with training and experience in several therapeutic modalities, such as CBT, Mindfulness, & CFT.
Hi, I'm Dr Damian Wilde, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with several years experience of working with children and adults in the NHS and privately. I work with people who have unfortunately experienced trauma and other difficult life events. Adverse events often lead to psychological health problems, which can be very distressing and detrimental to a person.
My professional doctorate provided me with training and experience in several therapeutic modalities, such as CBT, Mindfulness, & CFT.
Hi, I'm Dr Damian Wilde, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with several years experience of working with children and adults in the NHS and privately. I work with people who have unfortunately experienced trauma and other difficult life events. Adverse events often lead to psychological health problems, which can be very distressing and detrimental to a person.
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Robert Fielding
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
For years in the NHS I have fostered growth using Mindfulness based Cognitive Therapy and Stress Reduction, Person Centred, Emotion Focused and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques, and I practise counselling skills and provide psycho-spiritual support and reflection in acute, mental health and palliative care settings.
I provide compassionate, confidential, professionally accredited counselling psychotherapy for your unique Self... Strength to thrive ...embrace change with courage... An holistic approach
For years in the NHS I have fostered growth using Mindfulness based Cognitive Therapy and Stress Reduction, Person Centred, Emotion Focused and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques, and I practise counselling skills and provide psycho-spiritual support and reflection in acute, mental health and palliative care settings.
I provide compassionate, confidential, professionally accredited counselling psychotherapy for your unique Self... Strength to thrive ...embrace change with courage... An holistic approach
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Burnley Counselling Services
Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Burnley BB11
I use a variety of talking therapies, CBT, DBT, schema therapy, CAT as well as hypnotherapy, mindfulness and coaching.
There is so much focus these days on "What's wrong with you" using terms such as 'depression', 'anxiety', 'disorder', rather than talking about "What happened to you?" Your mental health is much more than just a label or a diagnosis and therapy offers so much more than just talking. It can give you new understanding, new insights, a different perspective, clarity about a problem and the way forward. It can teach you skills to live your life better, teach you more healthy coping strategies or simply give you the space and time for self reflection and a place to find peace of mind.
I use a variety of talking therapies, CBT, DBT, schema therapy, CAT as well as hypnotherapy, mindfulness and coaching.
There is so much focus these days on "What's wrong with you" using terms such as 'depression', 'anxiety', 'disorder', rather than talking about "What happened to you?" Your mental health is much more than just a label or a diagnosis and therapy offers so much more than just talking. It can give you new understanding, new insights, a different perspective, clarity about a problem and the way forward. It can teach you skills to live your life better, teach you more healthy coping strategies or simply give you the space and time for self reflection and a place to find peace of mind.
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Sarah Bennett
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Bury BL0
Mindfulness & Relaxation Techniques: Useful to calm the mind and body & help understand and recognise feelings and emotions.
My name is Sarah , I hold Accredited Registrant membership of The National Counselling Society . I work face to face from my practice in Ramsbottom, Lancashire. I am also happy to work with clients online using various platforms. I am able to support adults and teenage/adolescent clients from the age of 11 . I am qualified and experienced to support clients in a range of issues such as: Depression Bereavement Relationships Counselling Loss Divorce Anger Negative Thinking Intrusive Thoughts Loneliness Eating Disorders Issues with Food, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Anxiety Management, Alcohol, Smoking and more
Mindfulness & Relaxation Techniques: Useful to calm the mind and body & help understand and recognise feelings and emotions.
My name is Sarah , I hold Accredited Registrant membership of The National Counselling Society . I work face to face from my practice in Ramsbottom, Lancashire. I am also happy to work with clients online using various platforms. I am able to support adults and teenage/adolescent clients from the age of 11 . I am qualified and experienced to support clients in a range of issues such as: Depression Bereavement Relationships Counselling Loss Divorce Anger Negative Thinking Intrusive Thoughts Loneliness Eating Disorders Issues with Food, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Anxiety Management, Alcohol, Smoking and more
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Liz Kirkland
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Online Only
The two main areas to this end are Existential Psychotherapy and Mindfulness/awareness.
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.
The two main areas to this end are Existential Psychotherapy and Mindfulness/awareness.
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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Keeley Moore Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Preston PR1
My integrative approach combines therapeutic techniques tailored to meet your individual needs, including CBT, person-centered, and mindfulness-based strategies
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain? You don’t have to face it alone. Together, we can work through your challenges and help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and peace of mind. With over 20 years of experience, I am a compassionate counsellor committed to creating a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions freely. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, grief, or the emotional impact of long-term health challenges
My integrative approach combines therapeutic techniques tailored to meet your individual needs, including CBT, person-centered, and mindfulness-based strategies
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain? You don’t have to face it alone. Together, we can work through your challenges and help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and peace of mind. With over 20 years of experience, I am a compassionate counsellor committed to creating a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions freely. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, grief, or the emotional impact of long-term health challenges
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Hannah Lloyd
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
I incorporate mindfulness and compassionate approaches into my clinical work.
I have completed a Masters in Advanced Practice of CBT. I am an experienced EMDR practitioner and I am currently training to be a Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy teacher. I offer therapy for the following difficulties: depression, generalised anxiety disorder, OCD, PTSD, BDD, social phobia, panic disorder, specific phobias and health anxiety.
I incorporate mindfulness and compassionate approaches into my clinical work.
I have completed a Masters in Advanced Practice of CBT. I am an experienced EMDR practitioner and I am currently training to be a Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy teacher. I offer therapy for the following difficulties: depression, generalised anxiety disorder, OCD, PTSD, BDD, social phobia, panic disorder, specific phobias and health anxiety.
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Mark David Clarke
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Together, we’ll create a tailored plan using Compassion-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Mindfulness, and person-centered care to address low self-esteem, stress, and more.
I understand how overwhelming life can feel when you're battling anxiety, depression, or ADHD. You're not alone, and there’s no need to carry that weight by yourself. Together, we’ll create a space where you can be heard, understood, and supported. I’m here to guide you toward healing and growth—when you're feeling ready, come and book your session with me.
Together, we’ll create a tailored plan using Compassion-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Mindfulness, and person-centered care to address low self-esteem, stress, and more.
I understand how overwhelming life can feel when you're battling anxiety, depression, or ADHD. You're not alone, and there’s no need to carry that weight by yourself. Together, we’ll create a space where you can be heard, understood, and supported. I’m here to guide you toward healing and growth—when you're feeling ready, come and book your session with me.
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Kintsugi Psychotherapy
Verified Verified
I also offer mindfulness based and relational approaches where applicable.
My name is Maria de Ridder. I work as a psychotherapist in private practice in South Manchester in Chorlton and Didsbury.
I also offer mindfulness based and relational approaches where applicable.
My name is Maria de Ridder. I work as a psychotherapist in private practice in South Manchester in Chorlton and Didsbury.
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Lucy Smith
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I also use aspects of mindfulness for specific exercises.
There are many difficulties in life that can feel overwhelming at times. Life circumstances or internal struggles can leave us feeling as if we are not getting what we should out of life and we want to be able to move forward. In all circumstances I believe passionately in the power of therapy to help enact positive change. The tools and skills you could learn with me can enable you to feel that you can live the rest of your life free from what has been holding you back. We would do this together working at your pace and always being in partnership.
I also use aspects of mindfulness for specific exercises.
There are many difficulties in life that can feel overwhelming at times. Life circumstances or internal struggles can leave us feeling as if we are not getting what we should out of life and we want to be able to move forward. In all circumstances I believe passionately in the power of therapy to help enact positive change. The tools and skills you could learn with me can enable you to feel that you can live the rest of your life free from what has been holding you back. We would do this together working at your pace and always being in partnership.
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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Counsellors

How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.

When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?

If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behaviour through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.

What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?

This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviours and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.

Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioural habits.