Male Counselling in Blackburn
Qualified counsellor with proven experience supporting clients in the workplace and in educational settings. Committed to delivering client-centred support that gradually empowers individuals and enables them to make informed decisions. Possesses detailed understanding of the BACP Professional Conduct and Ethical Framework and applies such standards in interactions with clients and colleagues. Areas of expertise include addiction, bereavement, bullying, addiction, marriage/divorce and trauma.
Qualified counsellor with proven experience supporting clients in the workplace and in educational settings. Committed to delivering client-centred support that gradually empowers individuals and enables them to make informed decisions. Possesses detailed understanding of the BACP Professional Conduct and Ethical Framework and applies such standards in interactions with clients and colleagues. Areas of expertise include addiction, bereavement, bullying, addiction, marriage/divorce and trauma.
As a mental health professional, I am passionate about providing effective and compassionate care to individuals struggling with trauma and related disorders. Throughout my career, I have witnessed the impact that trauma can have on an individual's well-being, functioning and personality. I have vast experience in mental health and have worked with individuals who have complex trauma along and mental health difficulties. As a qualified mental health clinical lead nurse working in forensic settings I have gained a good understanding on how trauma along with other mental health difficulties can effect an individual in many ways.
As a mental health professional, I am passionate about providing effective and compassionate care to individuals struggling with trauma and related disorders. Throughout my career, I have witnessed the impact that trauma can have on an individual's well-being, functioning and personality. I have vast experience in mental health and have worked with individuals who have complex trauma along and mental health difficulties. As a qualified mental health clinical lead nurse working in forensic settings I have gained a good understanding on how trauma along with other mental health difficulties can effect an individual in many ways.
Hi, I'm John. I offer down to earth counselling to help you make sense of whatever it is you're experiencing. I will offer you time and space for you to talk through your problems confidentially. I am there to listen to you. I will not use complicated jargon but will listen to what you have to say, with an appropriate use of humour to put you at ease. I will try to see the world through your eyes, whilst not judging and being genuine. I served in the Royal Navy and worked in high pressured businesses. My Facebook Page is Counselling Minds. Also on Instagram, Linkedin and X. Thanks for reading! I hope to hear from you soon, John.
Hi, I'm John. I offer down to earth counselling to help you make sense of whatever it is you're experiencing. I will offer you time and space for you to talk through your problems confidentially. I am there to listen to you. I will not use complicated jargon but will listen to what you have to say, with an appropriate use of humour to put you at ease. I will try to see the world through your eyes, whilst not judging and being genuine. I served in the Royal Navy and worked in high pressured businesses. My Facebook Page is Counselling Minds. Also on Instagram, Linkedin and X. Thanks for reading! I hope to hear from you soon, John.
I am a qualified Counsellor with over two decades of experience working across the private, public, and voluntary sectors. My journey in counselling began in 2000 at St John’s University in York, where I completed my initial training, followed by a Master’s degree in Counselling Studies at the University of Manchester. I then progressed to the Professional Doctoral Programme in Counselling Studies, further deepening my expertise in the field.
Throughout my career, I have acquired a wide range of additional qualifications and certifications, enabling me to offer a highly competent, compassionate, empathetic approach to my clients.
I am a qualified Counsellor with over two decades of experience working across the private, public, and voluntary sectors. My journey in counselling began in 2000 at St John’s University in York, where I completed my initial training, followed by a Master’s degree in Counselling Studies at the University of Manchester. I then progressed to the Professional Doctoral Programme in Counselling Studies, further deepening my expertise in the field.
Throughout my career, I have acquired a wide range of additional qualifications and certifications, enabling me to offer a highly competent, compassionate, empathetic approach to my clients.
My ideal client may feel stuck, anxious, or disconnected—often juggling complex cultural, personal, or relational pressures. They might seem “fine” on the outside but feel lost or overwhelmed inside. They’re seeking clarity, healing, and a deeper connection with themselves. What they need is a safe, affirming space where they can be truly seen—where their identity, story, and struggles are met with compassion and depth. They’re ready to explore, grow, and make meaningful change at their own pace.
My ideal client may feel stuck, anxious, or disconnected—often juggling complex cultural, personal, or relational pressures. They might seem “fine” on the outside but feel lost or overwhelmed inside. They’re seeking clarity, healing, and a deeper connection with themselves. What they need is a safe, affirming space where they can be truly seen—where their identity, story, and struggles are met with compassion and depth. They’re ready to explore, grow, and make meaningful change at their own pace.
If you have reached this page then you have taken the most difficult step in looking for support. Now it's just a matter of reaching out. Chances are you may be experiencing some emotional difficulty or you may be struggling to make sense of your thoughts, feelings & experiences, or break old habits or patterns of behaviour. To find more balance or clarity around what’s going on for you. Or you may just know that you want to change an area of your life. So whatever your reason for seeking support I firmly believe that you can do this and benefit, from a period of therapy. It is just a matter of reaching out and trusting the process.
If you have reached this page then you have taken the most difficult step in looking for support. Now it's just a matter of reaching out. Chances are you may be experiencing some emotional difficulty or you may be struggling to make sense of your thoughts, feelings & experiences, or break old habits or patterns of behaviour. To find more balance or clarity around what’s going on for you. Or you may just know that you want to change an area of your life. So whatever your reason for seeking support I firmly believe that you can do this and benefit, from a period of therapy. It is just a matter of reaching out and trusting the process.
As a professional mental health therapist i utilise a range of interventions including counselling, psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, CBT, DBT, EMDR. to support and provide therapy. My work and life experience means i am able to relate well and work with sufferers of anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders and developmental disorders such as ADHD, ADD, Spectrum disorders. Additionally, i provide therapy for OCD, phobias and other behavioural issues.
As a professional mental health therapist i utilise a range of interventions including counselling, psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, CBT, DBT, EMDR. to support and provide therapy. My work and life experience means i am able to relate well and work with sufferers of anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders and developmental disorders such as ADHD, ADD, Spectrum disorders. Additionally, i provide therapy for OCD, phobias and other behavioural issues.
One thing I always say to my clients is that my ultimate goal is to 'make you your own therapist so you don't need me anymore'. I believe my role is to help you: Understand the problem and what is keeping it going. Identify goals for yourself both short term and long term to help give you focus. Learn strategies and techniques that can help you cope better, overcome and make positive changes. Be able to maintain your progress after therapy and reduce the chances or impacts of setbacks in the future. Become more resilient, understanding of good mental heath awareness which could have a positive impact on your relationships.
One thing I always say to my clients is that my ultimate goal is to 'make you your own therapist so you don't need me anymore'. I believe my role is to help you: Understand the problem and what is keeping it going. Identify goals for yourself both short term and long term to help give you focus. Learn strategies and techniques that can help you cope better, overcome and make positive changes. Be able to maintain your progress after therapy and reduce the chances or impacts of setbacks in the future. Become more resilient, understanding of good mental heath awareness which could have a positive impact on your relationships.
I have an extensive range of experience of working with a vast variety of client issues. I offer clients an integrative approach to treatment which best meets each individual’s needs. I originally trained as a person centred therapist. However, I also draw from a wide range of evidence based psychological therapies. I have completed additional trauma focused therapy training which has enabled me to work effectively with traumatised individuals. My main areas of expertise is helping people with dissociative disorders/DID, OSDD, PTSD, sexual abuse, trauma, bipolar, personality disorders, depression, anxiety, and grief/bereavement.
I have an extensive range of experience of working with a vast variety of client issues. I offer clients an integrative approach to treatment which best meets each individual’s needs. I originally trained as a person centred therapist. However, I also draw from a wide range of evidence based psychological therapies. I have completed additional trauma focused therapy training which has enabled me to work effectively with traumatised individuals. My main areas of expertise is helping people with dissociative disorders/DID, OSDD, PTSD, sexual abuse, trauma, bipolar, personality disorders, depression, anxiety, and grief/bereavement.
I am a highly qualified and experienced consultant psychotherapist and supervisor with 20 years experience and recognised clinical expertise in the treatment and assessment of a wide range of mental health problems (including: depression, anxiety, personality disorders and psychosis), problematic behaviours and addictions. My guiding aim is to help each client to the point where they no longer require therapy or medication, and can cope skilfully and independently with life’s challenges, and understand how the past can impede our ability to cope with the present.
I am a highly qualified and experienced consultant psychotherapist and supervisor with 20 years experience and recognised clinical expertise in the treatment and assessment of a wide range of mental health problems (including: depression, anxiety, personality disorders and psychosis), problematic behaviours and addictions. My guiding aim is to help each client to the point where they no longer require therapy or medication, and can cope skilfully and independently with life’s challenges, and understand how the past can impede our ability to cope with the present.
I’m Rizwan, a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist here to support you on your journey to positive change. I believe that meaningful transformation becomes easier when you have the right guidance and support in place.
My approach to therapy is person-centered, where your voice, concerns, and unique experiences are at the heart of everything we do together. What does this mean for you? It means that the support you receive will be tailored to your needs, and our conversations will always put your life and goals at the forefront.
I’m Rizwan, a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist here to support you on your journey to positive change. I believe that meaningful transformation becomes easier when you have the right guidance and support in place.
My approach to therapy is person-centered, where your voice, concerns, and unique experiences are at the heart of everything we do together. What does this mean for you? It means that the support you receive will be tailored to your needs, and our conversations will always put your life and goals at the forefront.
With over 20 years experience of working with people in the community, mentoring, coaching and working in education, I have worked with a huge variety of people & situations including, but not confined to, men's mental health, teens and young adults, adoptive families, single parents, members of the LGBT community & those for whom faith is important.
My aim is to provide a space where you can truly be yourself and work through your difficulties and hang-ups. I take a down to earth, no-judgment approach to my work, accepting you as you are no matter what, making you the focus and working with you as you figure out your path.
With over 20 years experience of working with people in the community, mentoring, coaching and working in education, I have worked with a huge variety of people & situations including, but not confined to, men's mental health, teens and young adults, adoptive families, single parents, members of the LGBT community & those for whom faith is important.
My aim is to provide a space where you can truly be yourself and work through your difficulties and hang-ups. I take a down to earth, no-judgment approach to my work, accepting you as you are no matter what, making you the focus and working with you as you figure out your path.
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My Offer To You: Being heard, understood, believed in and supported. We all need this kind of support at some point in our lives. This is my offer to you. I am an accredited professional registrant counsellor psychotherapist (PNCPS acc.) registered through the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP reg) which means I am held on the Professional Standards Authority Accredited Register thus ensuring protection to the public. I am a BUPA and Harley Street Online registered therapist and I have a particular interest in those with later in life ADHD diagnosis or suspect they might be
My Offer To You: Being heard, understood, believed in and supported. We all need this kind of support at some point in our lives. This is my offer to you. I am an accredited professional registrant counsellor psychotherapist (PNCPS acc.) registered through the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP reg) which means I am held on the Professional Standards Authority Accredited Register thus ensuring protection to the public. I am a BUPA and Harley Street Online registered therapist and I have a particular interest in those with later in life ADHD diagnosis or suspect they might be
My name is Ash and I am an integrative counsellor offering counselling online across the UK and face to face counselling in Bath (and soon Bristol.) My areas of special interest are in trauma, LGBTQIA+ issues, neurodiversity, loss and grief.
As a queer, trans and neurodivergent counsellor, I work in a way that affirms your identity, offering complete acceptance, whether you are just exploring questions around these experiences, or have been established in your identity for a long time.
My name is Ash and I am an integrative counsellor offering counselling online across the UK and face to face counselling in Bath (and soon Bristol.) My areas of special interest are in trauma, LGBTQIA+ issues, neurodiversity, loss and grief.
As a queer, trans and neurodivergent counsellor, I work in a way that affirms your identity, offering complete acceptance, whether you are just exploring questions around these experiences, or have been established in your identity for a long time.
Hi - I am Jim and I am an accredited therapist with the NCPS. I know how it feels to be "stuck" as it happens to us all at some point in our lives. I like to keep things simple and structured when working with clients to help them feel less stuck and get back on with their lives. The list of problems I work with is vast, however common presenting areas that I see and treat are Anxiety, Anger, Depression, Guilt, Shame, Panic, Stress, Addiction, Relationship Problems, Grief, Abuse, Trauma, OCD, Phobias, and Low Self Worth. Feel free to visit my website or call for a free, no obligation consultation to discuss how I can help.
Hi - I am Jim and I am an accredited therapist with the NCPS. I know how it feels to be "stuck" as it happens to us all at some point in our lives. I like to keep things simple and structured when working with clients to help them feel less stuck and get back on with their lives. The list of problems I work with is vast, however common presenting areas that I see and treat are Anxiety, Anger, Depression, Guilt, Shame, Panic, Stress, Addiction, Relationship Problems, Grief, Abuse, Trauma, OCD, Phobias, and Low Self Worth. Feel free to visit my website or call for a free, no obligation consultation to discuss how I can help.
I’m Saquib, a triple-accredited psychotherapist and founder of Fighting Fear—a Queer-led online mental health community offering LGBTQ+ affirming therapy, coaching, and workshops. We support clients across the UK, particularly in London, Manchester, and Scotland, who are navigating trauma, cultural identity, religious conflict, and internalised shame. Many come from diverse identities, backgrounds, and life experiences, seeking a space that understands the complexities of intersectionality. Through LGBTQ+ affirming therapy online, I help clients reclaim their voice, reconnect with community, and move forward with confidence.
I’m Saquib, a triple-accredited psychotherapist and founder of Fighting Fear—a Queer-led online mental health community offering LGBTQ+ affirming therapy, coaching, and workshops. We support clients across the UK, particularly in London, Manchester, and Scotland, who are navigating trauma, cultural identity, religious conflict, and internalised shame. Many come from diverse identities, backgrounds, and life experiences, seeking a space that understands the complexities of intersectionality. Through LGBTQ+ affirming therapy online, I help clients reclaim their voice, reconnect with community, and move forward with confidence.
There are many different reasons why you might be thinking about starting therapy. You might be feeling out of sorts, out of sync or not quite yourself. You might need support as you move through a difficult phase or transition in your life. You may recognise the need to explore and process some parts of your past. From anxiety or depression to stress management and relationship difficulties – the list goes on. Therapy has the potential to help everyone differently. If you'd like to know more about me or how I practice then visit my website: www.lyonstherapy.co.uk.
There are many different reasons why you might be thinking about starting therapy. You might be feeling out of sorts, out of sync or not quite yourself. You might need support as you move through a difficult phase or transition in your life. You may recognise the need to explore and process some parts of your past. From anxiety or depression to stress management and relationship difficulties – the list goes on. Therapy has the potential to help everyone differently. If you'd like to know more about me or how I practice then visit my website: www.lyonstherapy.co.uk.
Perhaps you’re living with stress, anxiety, overwhelm, or depression that feels hard to manage. Maybe you feel unheard, misunderstood, or as though you have to hide parts of yourself from the people around you. Or you might notice that past experiences are still shaping how you feel and behave today.
If this resonates, you don’t have to face it alone.
I offer a calm, non‑judgemental space where you can talk openly and honestly about whatever is weighing on you. Whether you want to explore your emotions, make sense of your experiences, or simply have somewhere to breathe and be yourself, you’ll be met with empathy and respect.
Perhaps you’re living with stress, anxiety, overwhelm, or depression that feels hard to manage. Maybe you feel unheard, misunderstood, or as though you have to hide parts of yourself from the people around you. Or you might notice that past experiences are still shaping how you feel and behave today.
If this resonates, you don’t have to face it alone.
I offer a calm, non‑judgemental space where you can talk openly and honestly about whatever is weighing on you. Whether you want to explore your emotions, make sense of your experiences, or simply have somewhere to breathe and be yourself, you’ll be met with empathy and respect.
I have extensive clinical experience supporting people with anxiety and depression, as well as a range of other mental health difficulties and life's stresses. Whether you are feeling totally lost, or you have an idea of where you want to be, I will meet you at your needs and help you to move towards your therapy goals. I work best with anybody who wants to commit to healthy change in their lives. If you feel this describes you, reach out for a no obligation chat, and we can discuss things a bit further.
I have extensive clinical experience supporting people with anxiety and depression, as well as a range of other mental health difficulties and life's stresses. Whether you are feeling totally lost, or you have an idea of where you want to be, I will meet you at your needs and help you to move towards your therapy goals. I work best with anybody who wants to commit to healthy change in their lives. If you feel this describes you, reach out for a no obligation chat, and we can discuss things a bit further.
Hi, I’m Omair. I work with adults and teenagers. I have over 500 client hours experience working with trauma, isolation, loss of identity, difficulty dealing with their sexuality or anxiety related issues. Every person reacts differently to life events. You might like to feel less anxious and have better relationships with the people around you? Is life feeling overwhelming?
I do meet many clients who are in conflict with their religious, cultural or social beliefs. I will offer you a confidential safe space where you can explore yourself without any judgement. I have applied to be an accredited counsellor.
Hi, I’m Omair. I work with adults and teenagers. I have over 500 client hours experience working with trauma, isolation, loss of identity, difficulty dealing with their sexuality or anxiety related issues. Every person reacts differently to life events. You might like to feel less anxious and have better relationships with the people around you? Is life feeling overwhelming?
I do meet many clients who are in conflict with their religious, cultural or social beliefs. I will offer you a confidential safe space where you can explore yourself without any judgement. I have applied to be an accredited counsellor.
Male Counsellors
As a man, why might I want to see a male therapist?
There are many reasons a man might wish to work with a male therapist, including a degree of shared identity, which may help client and therapist connect to each other and allow for a more free-flowing discussion of issues that can be deeply personal. Some men may feel more comfortable talking to a male therapist about relationship concerns, the pressures they feel around the roles society and family place on men, career or job challenges, self-esteem, or anger problems. For some men who have not had a male role models in their lives, a good male therapist may be especially helpful.
How can I find out about a therapist’s experience treating men?
Individuals looking for treatment should feel comfortable directly asking a therapist about their history treating men overall and the issues that arise in therapy with men. A good therapist will be happy to discuss such matters as well as their educational background, approach to treatment, and how they think they can aid a prospective client.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with therapists of a specific gender. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.
Would a male therapist have specific training in treating men?
Generally, no. There are no certifications for treating men specifically, but there are continuing education classes that therapists may take that focus on treating men as a group. There are many therapists who focus on men and male issues in their treatment and therefore have experience and expertise in this domain.