LGBTQ+ Affirming Counselling in Cheadle
I'm an integrative counsellor, and I combine different therapeutic modalities to offer you a flexible and comprehensive counselling experience tailored to your specific needs. I specialise in Islamic Marriage, Pre-Marriage & Individual counselling. I can help you enhance your communication skills, anxiety, depression, relationship, family issues, trauma, bereavement or OCD.
Or if you want to work on seeking personal growth, self-esteem, resilience and wellbeing. Your wellbeing is my top priority, together we can work towards a more fulfilling life in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment. I am based in Manchester.
I'm an integrative counsellor, and I combine different therapeutic modalities to offer you a flexible and comprehensive counselling experience tailored to your specific needs. I specialise in Islamic Marriage, Pre-Marriage & Individual counselling. I can help you enhance your communication skills, anxiety, depression, relationship, family issues, trauma, bereavement or OCD.
Or if you want to work on seeking personal growth, self-esteem, resilience and wellbeing. Your wellbeing is my top priority, together we can work towards a more fulfilling life in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment. I am based in Manchester.
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, people pleasing, or stuck in a place that leads you to being frustrated or anxious in your life? Maybe it is starting to impact on those closest to you and you are now looking for a different experience. As a fully qualified and highly experienced therapist, I work one-to-one with adults on a whole range of different presenting issues that can include anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship issues, and unhelpful patterns of behaviour. People access therapy when they find that they are stuck not knowing what to do next, or how to get out of repetitive and destructive situations. I can help.
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, people pleasing, or stuck in a place that leads you to being frustrated or anxious in your life? Maybe it is starting to impact on those closest to you and you are now looking for a different experience. As a fully qualified and highly experienced therapist, I work one-to-one with adults on a whole range of different presenting issues that can include anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship issues, and unhelpful patterns of behaviour. People access therapy when they find that they are stuck not knowing what to do next, or how to get out of repetitive and destructive situations. I can help.
Elephant in The Room Psychotherapy & Counselling
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
We all experience losses in life – not just when someone dies but when we lose anything that is important to us: our relationships, our dreams of having a family, our health, our home, our job, our independence, our pets, and our hopes or expectations. Often, we are able to grieve for those losses and adjust but sometimes we are left feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, angry, guilty, ashamed, withdrawn, or numb for many months or even years later. Adjusting to losses in life is not about ‘getting over’ them but about finding ways to live a life that includes them.
We all experience losses in life – not just when someone dies but when we lose anything that is important to us: our relationships, our dreams of having a family, our health, our home, our job, our independence, our pets, and our hopes or expectations. Often, we are able to grieve for those losses and adjust but sometimes we are left feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, angry, guilty, ashamed, withdrawn, or numb for many months or even years later. Adjusting to losses in life is not about ‘getting over’ them but about finding ways to live a life that includes them.
Hi, I'm Sarah. I have over 18 years experience as a counsellor. We all have times when we find it hard to cope. Counselling can help you understand why you think, feel and act like you do. It can help you develop positive strategies to get what you want out of life. How we think, feel and behave is part of being human. Problems can arise when we get 'stuck' in negative thought patterns; when our feelings become overwhelming; when our behaviour is self-destructive and doesn't result in us getting what we need; when we worry about the future, dwell on the past and find it hard to live in the present.
Hi, I'm Sarah. I have over 18 years experience as a counsellor. We all have times when we find it hard to cope. Counselling can help you understand why you think, feel and act like you do. It can help you develop positive strategies to get what you want out of life. How we think, feel and behave is part of being human. Problems can arise when we get 'stuck' in negative thought patterns; when our feelings become overwhelming; when our behaviour is self-destructive and doesn't result in us getting what we need; when we worry about the future, dwell on the past and find it hard to live in the present.
We all face Challenges and internal conflicts at some point in our lives; there are three solutions to every problem; Accept it, change it or leave it. If you are reading this profile you are probably on the road of wanting change, you don't have to struggle in silence and the time for change is now. The most important ingredient of change is the acknowledgment of the situation.Sometimes it can be very hard to explain what is going on in your head or your heart when you don't even understand it yourself , this is where speaking to someone with decades of experience makes a difference.
We all face Challenges and internal conflicts at some point in our lives; there are three solutions to every problem; Accept it, change it or leave it. If you are reading this profile you are probably on the road of wanting change, you don't have to struggle in silence and the time for change is now. The most important ingredient of change is the acknowledgment of the situation.Sometimes it can be very hard to explain what is going on in your head or your heart when you don't even understand it yourself , this is where speaking to someone with decades of experience makes a difference.
I’m Craig, a qualified therapeutic counsellor and Registered Member of the BACP. I work with people who feel anxious, low, overwhelmed, grieving, lonely, or stuck. You may be carrying self-doubt, relationship difficulties, family pressures, disability-related experiences, identity questions, or the feeling that you have coped alone for too long. I offer a warm, accepting space where you can slow down, speak honestly, feel less alone, and begin to make sense of what hurts, what matters, and what may need to change.
I’m Craig, a qualified therapeutic counsellor and Registered Member of the BACP. I work with people who feel anxious, low, overwhelmed, grieving, lonely, or stuck. You may be carrying self-doubt, relationship difficulties, family pressures, disability-related experiences, identity questions, or the feeling that you have coped alone for too long. I offer a warm, accepting space where you can slow down, speak honestly, feel less alone, and begin to make sense of what hurts, what matters, and what may need to change.
Connection mind-body through Compassion workshop, Birth support or couple therapy
Connection mind-body through Compassion workshop, Birth support or couple therapy
Every relationship has its ups and downs, but you have the strength to overcome them. You and your partner deserve to feel connected, understood, and supported. I believe that with the right tools and a shared commitment, you can navigate even the toughest challenges and come out stronger on the other side.
Every relationship has its ups and downs, but you have the strength to overcome them. You and your partner deserve to feel connected, understood, and supported. I believe that with the right tools and a shared commitment, you can navigate even the toughest challenges and come out stronger on the other side.
Are you finding life difficult right now? I can help and support you with this. Life can be challenging, feel really tough and leave us with a sense of helplessness and despair. Issues or problems in life can trigger anxiety, overthinking, depression and can impact self esteem. Are you feeling under pressure to deliver what's expected of you? Or perhaps you are having difficulties with relationships and would like to improve your personal /professional relationships. I am an experienced, BACP registered, Integrative Counsellor and can provide you with a high quality service which is tailored to your individual needs .
Are you finding life difficult right now? I can help and support you with this. Life can be challenging, feel really tough and leave us with a sense of helplessness and despair. Issues or problems in life can trigger anxiety, overthinking, depression and can impact self esteem. Are you feeling under pressure to deliver what's expected of you? Or perhaps you are having difficulties with relationships and would like to improve your personal /professional relationships. I am an experienced, BACP registered, Integrative Counsellor and can provide you with a high quality service which is tailored to your individual needs .
I am a warm, experienced counsellor specialising in couples counselling, helping partners navigate challenges and strengthen their relationship. Whether you feel stuck in repeating patterns, struggle to communicate or are experiencing disconnection, counselling offers a safe, supportive space to explore these issues.
Together, we will look at how you relate to one another, uncover underlying issues, and develop healthier ways of communicating and understanding each other. Clients often gain clearer perspective, improved communication and practical tools to manage conflict, rebuild trust and deepen emotional connection.
I am a warm, experienced counsellor specialising in couples counselling, helping partners navigate challenges and strengthen their relationship. Whether you feel stuck in repeating patterns, struggle to communicate or are experiencing disconnection, counselling offers a safe, supportive space to explore these issues.
Together, we will look at how you relate to one another, uncover underlying issues, and develop healthier ways of communicating and understanding each other. Clients often gain clearer perspective, improved communication and practical tools to manage conflict, rebuild trust and deepen emotional connection.
I have many years of experience supporting children, young people, parents and carers. In my work as an art psychotherapist, I help people who may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, attachment difficulties, self-harm, depression, low self-esteem or questions around identity.
I also have a strong interest in therapeutic parenting and understand how challenging family life can sometimes feel. My aim is to create a calm, safe and supportive space where you or your child can explore thoughts and feelings without judgement.
Art therapy can help express emotions that may be hard to say out loud.
I have many years of experience supporting children, young people, parents and carers. In my work as an art psychotherapist, I help people who may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, attachment difficulties, self-harm, depression, low self-esteem or questions around identity.
I also have a strong interest in therapeutic parenting and understand how challenging family life can sometimes feel. My aim is to create a calm, safe and supportive space where you or your child can explore thoughts and feelings without judgement.
Art therapy can help express emotions that may be hard to say out loud.
I have years of volunteering experience within the LGBTQ community, substance misuse and bereavement.
Hi I'm Tammy. I support people struggling with anxiety, OCD, overwhelm, diagnosed and undiagnosed neurodivergence.I offer a safe, compassionate space that is confidential and grounded in trust and genuine care. Together, we’ll explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that are making you feel stuck. I will gently empower you to connect with and process difficult emotions so you can have a healthier relationship with yourself and the world around you. My approach is genuine, down to earth and deeply understanding creating a warm honest space where you can be yourself without feeling judged.
I have years of volunteering experience within the LGBTQ community, substance misuse and bereavement.
Hi I'm Tammy. I support people struggling with anxiety, OCD, overwhelm, diagnosed and undiagnosed neurodivergence.I offer a safe, compassionate space that is confidential and grounded in trust and genuine care. Together, we’ll explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that are making you feel stuck. I will gently empower you to connect with and process difficult emotions so you can have a healthier relationship with yourself and the world around you. My approach is genuine, down to earth and deeply understanding creating a warm honest space where you can be yourself without feeling judged.
Isn’t it strange how we talk the least about the things we think about the most?! Talking about your feelings, your emotions, your behaviours and your thoughts can feel overwhelming and conflicted, not knowing where to begin, this can seem scary and uncomfortable. My role is to support you to acknowledge, explore, accept, and understand them in order to achieve growth & positive change. My philosophy is that you hold your own answers internally but you are unable to access them, working collaboratively we will unlock them using your strengths and gaining empowerment.
Isn’t it strange how we talk the least about the things we think about the most?! Talking about your feelings, your emotions, your behaviours and your thoughts can feel overwhelming and conflicted, not knowing where to begin, this can seem scary and uncomfortable. My role is to support you to acknowledge, explore, accept, and understand them in order to achieve growth & positive change. My philosophy is that you hold your own answers internally but you are unable to access them, working collaboratively we will unlock them using your strengths and gaining empowerment.
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I specialise in LGBTQIA plus, Neurodiversity, Loss and Self Esteem.
Is something in your life feeling stuck or anxiety ridden? Together we can look at what the stuckness is and untangle it. I facilitate support for you to talk about what's bothering you one step at a time. I offer a warm, accepting space where you can be yourself and explore what is going on for you at your own pace.
My approach is relational, showing my humanness and not hiding behind a facade of theory. I listen not only to what is said, but also to the emotions and meaning behind it. I may gently reflect what I notice or ask questions to help you explore things differently, a bit like holding up a mirror to you.
I specialise in LGBTQIA plus, Neurodiversity, Loss and Self Esteem.
Is something in your life feeling stuck or anxiety ridden? Together we can look at what the stuckness is and untangle it. I facilitate support for you to talk about what's bothering you one step at a time. I offer a warm, accepting space where you can be yourself and explore what is going on for you at your own pace.
My approach is relational, showing my humanness and not hiding behind a facade of theory. I listen not only to what is said, but also to the emotions and meaning behind it. I may gently reflect what I notice or ask questions to help you explore things differently, a bit like holding up a mirror to you.
I am white, working-class, neurodivergent, queer and ethically non-monogamous.
I am a person-centred counsellor, which means that I believe you know best what you need. I will offer you a safe place, support, and acceptance for you to explore your struggles. I believe that with non-judgemental care, people naturally move towards self improvement. Even if you're not entirely sure what's wrong or how to fix it, together we can explore it and, hopefully, find your path through it.
I work one-on-one, both face-to-face and online. I offer as many sessions as you need, providing you with a place to explore your problems, without judgement.
I am white, working-class, neurodivergent, queer and ethically non-monogamous.
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.
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.
Being an integrative counsellor means that my training is in a variety of theories and approaches which I can draw upon in my work.
I work on a session by session basis, so you can be in control of the right timeframe of counselling for you.
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.
Being an integrative counsellor means that my training is in a variety of theories and approaches which I can draw upon in my work.
I work on a session by session basis, so you can be in control of the right timeframe of counselling for you.
I am a queer, non binary therapist.
My areas of special interest are: Addiction, Attachment, Body Image, Family Estrangement, Gender Identity, LGBTQIA+, Childhood Wounding, Intimacy and Sex, Trauma.
I am a queer, non binary therapist.
My areas of special interest are: Addiction, Attachment, Body Image, Family Estrangement, Gender Identity, LGBTQIA+, Childhood Wounding, Intimacy and Sex, Trauma.
Working with myself, we will explore the most important relationship you will ever have, the one with yourself.
Working with myself, we will explore the most important relationship you will ever have, the one with yourself.
Changes may be affecting your life, such as coming out as LGBTQ+, redundancy, adjusting to mid-life or an empty nest, menopause, retirement, career change, leaving military service, or health challenges.
My aim is to help you to fully experience your life, and to explore how you might use your own wisdom and intuition to help yourself build awareness, resilience and self-compassion. I offer warm empathic, embodied listening and support, accepting you just as you are, as you develop resilience, flexibility and compassion for yourself.
Changes may be affecting your life, such as coming out as LGBTQ+, redundancy, adjusting to mid-life or an empty nest, menopause, retirement, career change, leaving military service, or health challenges.
My aim is to help you to fully experience your life, and to explore how you might use your own wisdom and intuition to help yourself build awareness, resilience and self-compassion. I offer warm empathic, embodied listening and support, accepting you just as you are, as you develop resilience, flexibility and compassion for yourself.
Finding the right therapist can feel like a demanding process. The therapeutic relationship is one of the most significant factors in meaningful change, so it’s important to find someone you can truly connect with.
I support individuals navigate complex issues of identity—be it sexual/gender identity, racial or dual identities—as well as the unique challenges immigrants and expats encounter. Additionally, I focus on empowering clients find their agency, helping people recover from traumatic experiences, toxic relationships, and childhood trauma.
Finding the right therapist can feel like a demanding process. The therapeutic relationship is one of the most significant factors in meaningful change, so it’s important to find someone you can truly connect with.
I support individuals navigate complex issues of identity—be it sexual/gender identity, racial or dual identities—as well as the unique challenges immigrants and expats encounter. Additionally, I focus on empowering clients find their agency, helping people recover from traumatic experiences, toxic relationships, and childhood trauma.
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LGBTQ+ Counsellors
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialised training, either during their degree programme or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalisation in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialised training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.