AXA PPP Counselling in Chorley

Steven Ratcliffe
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Chorley PR7
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.
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Jaclyn Clayden
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Chorley PR7
As an experienced Integrative and Relational Psychotherapist I support people who feel overwhelmed by life’s pressures. Often sat in positions of responsibility, many of my clients appear composed on the outside while managing patterns like people‑pleasing, overthinking/anxieties, or fear of letting others down under the surface. Maybe you are are facing a new situation that you are unsure how to navigate & need a safe space to process what it brings. I offer a space to work together as we untangle the patterns shaped by past experiences so that you can move forward with clarity, acceptance & authenticity in the current challenges.
As an experienced Integrative and Relational Psychotherapist I support people who feel overwhelmed by life’s pressures. Often sat in positions of responsibility, many of my clients appear composed on the outside while managing patterns like people‑pleasing, overthinking/anxieties, or fear of letting others down under the surface. Maybe you are are facing a new situation that you are unsure how to navigate & need a safe space to process what it brings. I offer a space to work together as we untangle the patterns shaped by past experiences so that you can move forward with clarity, acceptance & authenticity in the current challenges.
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Dan Regan
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Chorley PR7
I believe that most problematic symptoms can be the result of becoming confined in vicious cycles of repetitive negative thoughts & behaviours whether conscious or unconscious. These can have roots in childhood and can regularly impact our lives (through lifestyle choices and decision making) or sporadically emerge during stressful times. Overall, I aim to guide you to develop more insight into yourself and towards tangible fulfilment both in technical knowledge and in practical measurable successes. You can expect to find our time together enlightening, educational, emotional & authentic.
I believe that most problematic symptoms can be the result of becoming confined in vicious cycles of repetitive negative thoughts & behaviours whether conscious or unconscious. These can have roots in childhood and can regularly impact our lives (through lifestyle choices and decision making) or sporadically emerge during stressful times. Overall, I aim to guide you to develop more insight into yourself and towards tangible fulfilment both in technical knowledge and in practical measurable successes. You can expect to find our time together enlightening, educational, emotional & authentic.
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Dr Zandra Bamford
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Chorley PR7
Hello, welcome to Therapy NorthWest. We support the wellbeing of adults & young people in clinics in the northwest & online. We believe that life can be challenging with a number of different pressures & demands. We do not believe that these things make us ‘abnormal’ or ‘ill’, rather that there are times when we require support to work through difficulties, what has happened and how we have responded. Zandra has many years experience working with individuals, couples, families and systems to help foster greater well-being.
Hello, welcome to Therapy NorthWest. We support the wellbeing of adults & young people in clinics in the northwest & online. We believe that life can be challenging with a number of different pressures & demands. We do not believe that these things make us ‘abnormal’ or ‘ill’, rather that there are times when we require support to work through difficulties, what has happened and how we have responded. Zandra has many years experience working with individuals, couples, families and systems to help foster greater well-being.
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Patrick McGhee
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBABCP
Online Only
Professor Patrick McGhee is a CBT therapist and Chartered Psychologist. He has a 1st Class Honours Degree from the University of Glasgow and a PhD from the University of Oxford. In 2017 he was a Visiting Fellow/Scholar at the universities of Cornell, Yale and MIT. He has taught, researched or practised in psychology and therapy for 30 years. He was a Research Fellow in Psychiatry and Psychology at St George's Hospital Medical School, University of London. He is the author of Thinking Psychologically (Palgrave) and co-editor of Accounting for Relationships. He currently works in private practice in Chorley and Bolton.
Professor Patrick McGhee is a CBT therapist and Chartered Psychologist. He has a 1st Class Honours Degree from the University of Glasgow and a PhD from the University of Oxford. In 2017 he was a Visiting Fellow/Scholar at the universities of Cornell, Yale and MIT. He has taught, researched or practised in psychology and therapy for 30 years. He was a Research Fellow in Psychiatry and Psychology at St George's Hospital Medical School, University of London. He is the author of Thinking Psychologically (Palgrave) and co-editor of Accounting for Relationships. He currently works in private practice in Chorley and Bolton.
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Donna Taylor
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Chorley PR7
With over a decade of experience in both the NHS and private sectors, I offer compassionate, evidence-based support to adults and young people navigating anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and ADHD. Whether you're facing relationship challenges or struggling to cope, I'm here to listen and help you build lasting tools for change.
With over a decade of experience in both the NHS and private sectors, I offer compassionate, evidence-based support to adults and young people navigating anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and ADHD. Whether you're facing relationship challenges or struggling to cope, I'm here to listen and help you build lasting tools for change.
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Dr Kathryn Heaton
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Hello & warm welcome. My name is Kathryn, & I provide specialist, non-judgemental therapeutic support to help you to gain understanding & improve your emotional wellbeing, enabling you to move your life forward in a way that will help you to experience a greater sense of calm, fulfilment, & satisfaction in life. It may be that you are seeking this support for yourself or for your child because of difficulties such as anxiety, panic, stress, overwhelm, low mood, depression, poor sleep, anger, grief and loss, trauma, adapting to life following illness/diagnoses, behavioural issues, relationship issues or difficulties at work/school.
Hello & warm welcome. My name is Kathryn, & I provide specialist, non-judgemental therapeutic support to help you to gain understanding & improve your emotional wellbeing, enabling you to move your life forward in a way that will help you to experience a greater sense of calm, fulfilment, & satisfaction in life. It may be that you are seeking this support for yourself or for your child because of difficulties such as anxiety, panic, stress, overwhelm, low mood, depression, poor sleep, anger, grief and loss, trauma, adapting to life following illness/diagnoses, behavioural issues, relationship issues or difficulties at work/school.
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Marlena Davies
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Serves Area
With over 18 years of experience I offer a compassionate, expert-driven approach to mental health and psychological support. My career has spanned a range of settings—from working in private sector, local authorities to delivering talking therapies within the NHS, including specialist roles in health psychology. I have worked with children, young people, and adults, supporting individuals facing a variety of mental health challenges, long-term health conditions, and neurodivergence.
With over 18 years of experience I offer a compassionate, expert-driven approach to mental health and psychological support. My career has spanned a range of settings—from working in private sector, local authorities to delivering talking therapies within the NHS, including specialist roles in health psychology. I have worked with children, young people, and adults, supporting individuals facing a variety of mental health challenges, long-term health conditions, and neurodivergence.
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Dr Amelia Boshoff
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Thank you for visiting my profile. I am a Registered Chartered Psychologist with over 23 years’ experience of working therapeutically with adults, young people and children in the NHS and private settings. I support clients experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety; OCD; low confidence; trauma and PTSD and depression. I place great importance on creating a warm, safe and compassionate therapeutic space where you can feel heard and supported. Together we will find ways to help you live a more fulfilling and meaningful life; improve your relationship with yourself; and build on your existing strengths.
Thank you for visiting my profile. I am a Registered Chartered Psychologist with over 23 years’ experience of working therapeutically with adults, young people and children in the NHS and private settings. I support clients experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety; OCD; low confidence; trauma and PTSD and depression. I place great importance on creating a warm, safe and compassionate therapeutic space where you can feel heard and supported. Together we will find ways to help you live a more fulfilling and meaningful life; improve your relationship with yourself; and build on your existing strengths.
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1 Endorsed
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