Transgender Counselling in Bolton
Offering support to those who feel squeezed out of traditional spaces or have fallen through the cracks in the system. It's time to reclaim your life.
I specialise in working with: LGBTQIA+ adults, neurodivergent adults, eating disorders, supporters/families of above.
You may want to come to me to talk about struggles around sexuality, gender or relationships or you may want to talk to me about something else safe in the knowledge that I’m not going to try to pin your struggles down to an aspect of your identity that you’re perfectly comfortable with (as many people have reported with non-queer therapists).
Offering support to those who feel squeezed out of traditional spaces or have fallen through the cracks in the system. It's time to reclaim your life.
I specialise in working with: LGBTQIA+ adults, neurodivergent adults, eating disorders, supporters/families of above.
You may want to come to me to talk about struggles around sexuality, gender or relationships or you may want to talk to me about something else safe in the knowledge that I’m not going to try to pin your struggles down to an aspect of your identity that you’re perfectly comfortable with (as many people have reported with non-queer therapists).
Hi, I’m Lauren, a qualified therapist providing a safe, supportive space to explore your thoughts and emotions. My own experience as a client shaped my deep understanding of therapy’s challenges and transformations.
Finding the right counsellor can feel overwhelming, but if you're reading this, you're already one step closer to beginning your counselling journey. I offer a free 15-minute consultation because I encourage you to explore your options and find the best fit—after all, therapy is an investment in yourself, and it should feel right for you.
Hi, I’m Lauren, a qualified therapist providing a safe, supportive space to explore your thoughts and emotions. My own experience as a client shaped my deep understanding of therapy’s challenges and transformations.
Finding the right counsellor can feel overwhelming, but if you're reading this, you're already one step closer to beginning your counselling journey. I offer a free 15-minute consultation because I encourage you to explore your options and find the best fit—after all, therapy is an investment in yourself, and it should feel right for you.
Reaching out can be difficult. Maybe you feel stuck, anxious, unsettled, lost your way, or uncomfortable with whom you have become. The difficulties within our lives can change who we are or how we see the world. It can lead to thoughts or behaviours that take us away from who we are, resulting in a feeling of something not being right, struggling to cope or to make sense of things. When entering therapy, our life experiences enter too, and healing occurs within the processing. We will work together to build trust and explore your emotions and thoughts within a non-judgemental and safe environment, working at your own pace.
Reaching out can be difficult. Maybe you feel stuck, anxious, unsettled, lost your way, or uncomfortable with whom you have become. The difficulties within our lives can change who we are or how we see the world. It can lead to thoughts or behaviours that take us away from who we are, resulting in a feeling of something not being right, struggling to cope or to make sense of things. When entering therapy, our life experiences enter too, and healing occurs within the processing. We will work together to build trust and explore your emotions and thoughts within a non-judgemental and safe environment, working at your own pace.
Feeling down or stuck? Whether you have a specific problem and know what you want to work on, or are generally feeling down, talking things through can help. Together we can explore and help you overcome your challenges, and improve your well-being.
I work with adults and have experience working with a wide range of issues including stress, depression, anxiety, life difficulties, low self-esteem, chronic illness and LGBTQ+ issues.
Feeling down or stuck? Whether you have a specific problem and know what you want to work on, or are generally feeling down, talking things through can help. Together we can explore and help you overcome your challenges, and improve your well-being.
I work with adults and have experience working with a wide range of issues including stress, depression, anxiety, life difficulties, low self-esteem, chronic illness and LGBTQ+ issues.
Brighter Futures Clinical & Counselling Psychology
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Bolton BL1
Brighter Futures offers trauma-informed therapy for adopted and looked-after children, families, and adults who have experienced trauma to help reduce the surprising and frightening range of symptoms it causes. We support children who have experienced developmental and early life trauma, as well as their families and the organisations around them. Our therapists have personal experience caring for looked after children and children with neurodiversities, so we know how challenging it can be. We support adults who have grown up after childhood trauma, and those who have experienced intimate-partner or sexual violence.
Brighter Futures offers trauma-informed therapy for adopted and looked-after children, families, and adults who have experienced trauma to help reduce the surprising and frightening range of symptoms it causes. We support children who have experienced developmental and early life trauma, as well as their families and the organisations around them. Our therapists have personal experience caring for looked after children and children with neurodiversities, so we know how challenging it can be. We support adults who have grown up after childhood trauma, and those who have experienced intimate-partner or sexual violence.
I specialise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy focussing on Children, Adolescents and Adults. My experience has allowed me to help people who have suffered from a wide range of mental health conditions including eating disorders, self harm, substance abuse, gambling, depression, phobias and trauma.
I specialise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy focussing on Children, Adolescents and Adults. My experience has allowed me to help people who have suffered from a wide range of mental health conditions including eating disorders, self harm, substance abuse, gambling, depression, phobias and trauma.
I am a Gestalt Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor & trainer. I offer online psychotherapy and supervision.
Initially we have a consultation which is free, and we then reflect and decide whether we are a good match for working together. Please see my website for client testimonials and for more information. Thanks. 07892724023
I am a Gestalt Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor & trainer. I offer online psychotherapy and supervision.
Initially we have a consultation which is free, and we then reflect and decide whether we are a good match for working together. Please see my website for client testimonials and for more information. Thanks. 07892724023
Are you feeling lost or stuck but perhaps can't understand why? I can help you to understand how difficult experiences and trauma have impacted on the way you are feeling now. Together we can work to find strategies for healing and recovery so that you will feel empowered to move forward with strength. I work pluralistically, which means I do not adhere to one specific modality. I will work in a way that feels right for you, is safe, secure and confidential. My goal is for you to live your best life.
I am also a clinical supervisor to other therapists. Please visit my website for further details. patriciabroadhursttherapy.
Are you feeling lost or stuck but perhaps can't understand why? I can help you to understand how difficult experiences and trauma have impacted on the way you are feeling now. Together we can work to find strategies for healing and recovery so that you will feel empowered to move forward with strength. I work pluralistically, which means I do not adhere to one specific modality. I will work in a way that feels right for you, is safe, secure and confidential. My goal is for you to live your best life.
I am also a clinical supervisor to other therapists. Please visit my website for further details. patriciabroadhursttherapy.
If you're experiencing trauma, stress or feeling overwhelmed in any way and finding life difficult, contact Josephine today for a free initial half hour session. TRE (Trauma Release exercises ) provider, these are simple physical exercises, very new to the UK, but having a profound effect on people's lives.
Many years' experience helping people breakthrough the mental suffering and blocks that hold so many of us back. Whether it's from stress, abuse, problems with managing anger, difficulty with relationships, binge eating, depression or self-esteem, Josephine will help you break through and get your life back again.
If you're experiencing trauma, stress or feeling overwhelmed in any way and finding life difficult, contact Josephine today for a free initial half hour session. TRE (Trauma Release exercises ) provider, these are simple physical exercises, very new to the UK, but having a profound effect on people's lives.
Many years' experience helping people breakthrough the mental suffering and blocks that hold so many of us back. Whether it's from stress, abuse, problems with managing anger, difficulty with relationships, binge eating, depression or self-esteem, Josephine will help you break through and get your life back again.
So many of us feel the need to wear a mask day to day, unable to express our true feelings or show who we really are. I understand how difficult it can be to make the first step in asking for support, with this in mind I can provide a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment in which you can be fully open and honest.
So many of us feel the need to wear a mask day to day, unable to express our true feelings or show who we really are. I understand how difficult it can be to make the first step in asking for support, with this in mind I can provide a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment in which you can be fully open and honest.
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I am Daniel Morrison and I want to support you in whatever you’re going through. I believe that everyone has the capacity to change, or to embrace the changes that are happening in their life. Counselling is a space which is just for you, to speak about whatever is present in your life right now and be heard. We can explore your patterns, your stories, what’s working for you and where you’d like things to be different. I offer talking therapy and EMDR online and in person in Hebden Bridge.
I am Daniel Morrison and I want to support you in whatever you’re going through. I believe that everyone has the capacity to change, or to embrace the changes that are happening in their life. Counselling is a space which is just for you, to speak about whatever is present in your life right now and be heard. We can explore your patterns, your stories, what’s working for you and where you’d like things to be different. I offer talking therapy and EMDR online and in person in Hebden Bridge.
I work with clients who are dealing with gender identity, particularly those who are non-binary.
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 work with clients who are dealing with gender identity, particularly those who are non-binary.
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.
DebbieClements MA. Online Specialist LGBTQiA Trans
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Online Only
Hi, I'm Debbie and I offer high quality, low cost counselling for those who are LGBTQiA or are questioning their identity. I've over 14 years experience as a therapist(and 25 yrs mental health) am senior accredited, and advanced accredited as a Gender, Sexuality Relationship diversity specialist. I also host a Masters in the area. I'm passionate about LGBTQiA, queer and trans mental health and am here if you want to talk though what's going on for you-whatever that is. Get in touch and we can explore what's going on for you and help you gain clarity, relief, support, and identify ways forward.
Phone/Video sessions available.
Hi, I'm Debbie and I offer high quality, low cost counselling for those who are LGBTQiA or are questioning their identity. I've over 14 years experience as a therapist(and 25 yrs mental health) am senior accredited, and advanced accredited as a Gender, Sexuality Relationship diversity specialist. I also host a Masters in the area. I'm passionate about LGBTQiA, queer and trans mental health and am here if you want to talk though what's going on for you-whatever that is. Get in touch and we can explore what's going on for you and help you gain clarity, relief, support, and identify ways forward.
Phone/Video sessions available.
I regularly work with teenagers who might be struggling with their gender identity, and trans teens who would like support coming out or navigating the world as a trans person.
Do you need some support? Do you want to collaborate with a therapist, rather than feeling that they're the expert? I’m currently taking on clients from all backgrounds, and I specialise in working with queer and trans youth and adults. I am neurodiversity affirming, and have experience working with autistic and ADHD clients with low to medium support needs. Whatever your identity or background, I will tailor my therapeutic approach to suit you and your needs at this time.
I regularly work with teenagers who might be struggling with their gender identity, and trans teens who would like support coming out or navigating the world as a trans person.
Do you need some support? Do you want to collaborate with a therapist, rather than feeling that they're the expert? I’m currently taking on clients from all backgrounds, and I specialise in working with queer and trans youth and adults. I am neurodiversity affirming, and have experience working with autistic and ADHD clients with low to medium support needs. Whatever your identity or background, I will tailor my therapeutic approach to suit you and your needs at this time.
I work with clients who struggle with Gender identity & LGB related issues, relationship dynamics, identity exploration, minority stress, and trauma.
As a Gender Idendity, Lesbian, Gay and Bi-sexual specialist counsellor, I understand the unique challenges faced by couples and individuals in the UK. My ideal clients grapple with issues of identity, acceptance, and relationship dynamics. They seek a supportive space to explore their gender and sexual identities, manage minority stress, and strengthen their relationships. They aim to build resilience, enhance self-acceptance, and foster deeper connections with their partners and communities, seeking to feel seen, heard, and validated in a society that often misunderstands them.
I work with clients who struggle with Gender identity & LGB related issues, relationship dynamics, identity exploration, minority stress, and trauma.
As a Gender Idendity, Lesbian, Gay and Bi-sexual specialist counsellor, I understand the unique challenges faced by couples and individuals in the UK. My ideal clients grapple with issues of identity, acceptance, and relationship dynamics. They seek a supportive space to explore their gender and sexual identities, manage minority stress, and strengthen their relationships. They aim to build resilience, enhance self-acceptance, and foster deeper connections with their partners and communities, seeking to feel seen, heard, and validated in a society that often misunderstands them.
Hi I'm May, I offer person centred counselling sessions in the Manchester area and online. I offer a counselling service that is safe, empowering and human - connection with a real person. I also offer EMDR, which is a therapy specifically for working with trauma from specific incidents or previous relationship patterns.
Hi I'm May, I offer person centred counselling sessions in the Manchester area and online. I offer a counselling service that is safe, empowering and human - connection with a real person. I also offer EMDR, which is a therapy specifically for working with trauma from specific incidents or previous relationship patterns.
Welcome, I’m Joy (she/they). I’m a qualified psychotherapist working with individuals and couples online. With particular experience in LGBTQIA+, Neurodivergence & the Performing Arts, I offer a compassionate, sincere and confidential space for individuals and couples to work through their experiences. My practice is trauma-informed and neuro-affirming, which means I am comfortable working with trauma-based and neurodiverse frameworks. Mostly, though, I am interested in you, and supporting you with the courageous decision to get to know yourself better.
Welcome, I’m Joy (she/they). I’m a qualified psychotherapist working with individuals and couples online. With particular experience in LGBTQIA+, Neurodivergence & the Performing Arts, I offer a compassionate, sincere and confidential space for individuals and couples to work through their experiences. My practice is trauma-informed and neuro-affirming, which means I am comfortable working with trauma-based and neurodiverse frameworks. Mostly, though, I am interested in you, and supporting you with the courageous decision to get to know yourself better.
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.
I work in a way that’s person-centred, integrative, inclusive and relational. I always place your needs and values at the centre of our therapeutic work, while embracing your freedom and autonomy. I take an affirmative approach in encouraging you to bring any and all parts of your unique self; I take care to not pathologise or criticise you. I work very relationally, and I believe therapy can only be effective if there’s a strong therapeutic relationship at the heart of it. I’m interested in exploring what goes on in the therapeutic process and how this may mirror dynamics you’re experiencing in your wider life and relationships.
I work in a way that’s person-centred, integrative, inclusive and relational. I always place your needs and values at the centre of our therapeutic work, while embracing your freedom and autonomy. I take an affirmative approach in encouraging you to bring any and all parts of your unique self; I take care to not pathologise or criticise you. I work very relationally, and I believe therapy can only be effective if there’s a strong therapeutic relationship at the heart of it. I’m interested in exploring what goes on in the therapeutic process and how this may mirror dynamics you’re experiencing in your wider life and relationships.
Hi, I'm Cat, thank you for reading my profile. I offer pluralistic counselling either in-person at a central Peterborough location (PE1) or remotely online or via telephone. The work we do will vary according to your needs. Sessions typically take place weekly or bi-weekly. It is possible to work in the short-term (maybe 4-6 sessions) or in the longer-term with an ongoing alliance (1 year+) and anything in between!
Hi, I'm Cat, thank you for reading my profile. I offer pluralistic counselling either in-person at a central Peterborough location (PE1) or remotely online or via telephone. The work we do will vary according to your needs. Sessions typically take place weekly or bi-weekly. It is possible to work in the short-term (maybe 4-6 sessions) or in the longer-term with an ongoing alliance (1 year+) and anything in between!
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As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognise a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognise a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.