Nuffield Health Counselling in Chorley
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.
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.
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.
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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I work with individuals and couples from all walks of life. People come to therapy for many different reasons – perhaps something has happened which you're struggling to make sense of, a relationship has changed, you've experienced a loss, or you feel that something in life isn't quite as you'd like it to be.
My role isn't to tell you how you should feel or what you may need to change. It's to offer a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your experiences, gain a deeper understanding of yourself, and decide what moving forward looks like for you.
I work with individuals and couples from all walks of life. People come to therapy for many different reasons – perhaps something has happened which you're struggling to make sense of, a relationship has changed, you've experienced a loss, or you feel that something in life isn't quite as you'd like it to be.
My role isn't to tell you how you should feel or what you may need to change. It's to offer a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your experiences, gain a deeper understanding of yourself, and decide what moving forward looks like for you.
I became a therapist because I am passionate about people and improving as well as enhancing mental wellbeing. I understand that life can be a challenge and at times it may be hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel but I want to assure you that you do not have to go through life’s struggles by yourself. I am here for you and I am here with you. With your permission, I would like to come besides you and help you explore and discover events, thoughts, feelings and patterns of behaviour and together support you to make changes.
I became a therapist because I am passionate about people and improving as well as enhancing mental wellbeing. I understand that life can be a challenge and at times it may be hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel but I want to assure you that you do not have to go through life’s struggles by yourself. I am here for you and I am here with you. With your permission, I would like to come besides you and help you explore and discover events, thoughts, feelings and patterns of behaviour and together support you to make changes.
I am also a BUPA Recognised and Fee Assured Mental Health and Well-being Practitioner and registered as a Health Provider with Nuffield Health, Aviva, AXA PPP and Vitality.
I have trained Integratively, which means that I practise different counselling models: Person-Centred, Cognitive Behavioural, Psychodynamic, Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR), Gestalt, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Transactional Analysis and Existential Therapy. I have over 15 years’ counselling/psychotherapy experience.
I am also a BUPA Recognised and Fee Assured Mental Health and Well-being Practitioner and registered as a Health Provider with Nuffield Health, Aviva, AXA PPP and Vitality.
I have trained Integratively, which means that I practise different counselling models: Person-Centred, Cognitive Behavioural, Psychodynamic, Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR), Gestalt, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Transactional Analysis and Existential Therapy. I have over 15 years’ counselling/psychotherapy experience.
Hi! I'm Jonathan. Thank you for taking a look at my profile. I know that it's difficult to choose a psychologist, so here is a bit about me and if you'd like a chat before meeting, let me know! I recognise how important the therapeutic relationship is, so initial contact is about creating a safe space for us to work together. We will focus on your goals for therapy and develop a collaborative understanding of your story, and what may be contributing towards any difficulties. I am trained to work with a variety of difficulties from low mood, anxiety and adjustment to trauma, low esteem and family difficulties, amongst many others!
Hi! I'm Jonathan. Thank you for taking a look at my profile. I know that it's difficult to choose a psychologist, so here is a bit about me and if you'd like a chat before meeting, let me know! I recognise how important the therapeutic relationship is, so initial contact is about creating a safe space for us to work together. We will focus on your goals for therapy and develop a collaborative understanding of your story, and what may be contributing towards any difficulties. I am trained to work with a variety of difficulties from low mood, anxiety and adjustment to trauma, low esteem and family difficulties, amongst many others!
I am an Integrative Practitioner, which means I can blend a range of therapeutic techniques tailored to support you to achieve your goals and/or the focus of your therapy journey. Through psycho-education and appropriate therapy interventions, I will support you to understand where your difficulties originate from, how they are continuing to impacting you in the here and now, so you begin to move forward towards a more emotionally balanced version of yourself. I very much take the view we are two experts working collaboratively together to move you into a more positive psychological space.
I am an Integrative Practitioner, which means I can blend a range of therapeutic techniques tailored to support you to achieve your goals and/or the focus of your therapy journey. Through psycho-education and appropriate therapy interventions, I will support you to understand where your difficulties originate from, how they are continuing to impacting you in the here and now, so you begin to move forward towards a more emotionally balanced version of yourself. I very much take the view we are two experts working collaboratively together to move you into a more positive psychological space.
Hello, my name is Martin, I am a BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and EMDR Practitioner. For the past 10 years I have been working as a CBT Therapist with the NHS & BUPA specialising in working with Depression & Anxiety Conditions. I hold a particular interest in working with clients presenting with Low Mood/Low Self Esteem and General Anxiety. I am also an EMDR practitioner and I hold a keen interest in the treatment of Trauma/PTSD. I am currently accepting new referrals and taking on new clients.
Hello, my name is Martin, I am a BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and EMDR Practitioner. For the past 10 years I have been working as a CBT Therapist with the NHS & BUPA specialising in working with Depression & Anxiety Conditions. I hold a particular interest in working with clients presenting with Low Mood/Low Self Esteem and General Anxiety. I am also an EMDR practitioner and I hold a keen interest in the treatment of Trauma/PTSD. I am currently accepting new referrals and taking on new clients.
Torden CBT provides 1-1 online psychotherapy to adults and young people using a cognitive behavioural approach. I am a BABCP accredited CBT Therapist, specialising in Anxiety and Depression, including, OCD, GAD, Panic, Specific Phobia and Depression. In our first session I try to focus on getting to know you as a whole person, to help gain a joint understanding of your experiences and how they influence you today.
Torden CBT provides 1-1 online psychotherapy to adults and young people using a cognitive behavioural approach. I am a BABCP accredited CBT Therapist, specialising in Anxiety and Depression, including, OCD, GAD, Panic, Specific Phobia and Depression. In our first session I try to focus on getting to know you as a whole person, to help gain a joint understanding of your experiences and how they influence you today.
Hi, I'm Sandra, a counsellor based in Warrington, Cheshire. Sometimes we need to let go of things that are on our minds but are afraid of the consequences therefore life feels outside of our control and the ability to cope seems not enough. You may need more support to help you rediscover your spirit and qualities by picking your way through what is going on in your life. I know the importance of feeling safe as I have lived life experiences in emotional situations so understanding the way you are feeling, and the thoughts you have will bring challenges but we can explore these feelings together as we build on our relationship.
Hi, I'm Sandra, a counsellor based in Warrington, Cheshire. Sometimes we need to let go of things that are on our minds but are afraid of the consequences therefore life feels outside of our control and the ability to cope seems not enough. You may need more support to help you rediscover your spirit and qualities by picking your way through what is going on in your life. I know the importance of feeling safe as I have lived life experiences in emotional situations so understanding the way you are feeling, and the thoughts you have will bring challenges but we can explore these feelings together as we build on our relationship.
Sometimes, we can feel overwhelmed by life and we don't recognize why we feel the way we do. This can lead to us feeling disconnected with others but also with ourselves. Sometimes the problem is not always clear and by talking things through in a safe space, it can help us understand what is happening. Navigating issues through a therapeutic relationship can empower us to progress in your journey of self-discovery and thrive in life. I can offer you a safe, confidential space for you to feel heard, bring any issues that may be affecting you and your ability to flourish.
Sometimes, we can feel overwhelmed by life and we don't recognize why we feel the way we do. This can lead to us feeling disconnected with others but also with ourselves. Sometimes the problem is not always clear and by talking things through in a safe space, it can help us understand what is happening. Navigating issues through a therapeutic relationship can empower us to progress in your journey of self-discovery and thrive in life. I can offer you a safe, confidential space for you to feel heard, bring any issues that may be affecting you and your ability to flourish.
I am an Integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor. I believe we are all unique and therefore one size doesn't fit all so I will use a range of skills to suit where you are at this time in your life. The skills I use will vary as you move on your journey so the skills I will use will accompany you. I have been working with people 26 years having qualified in 1997 and I am passionate about the work I do. It is gratifying to be part of a person's journey from troubled or stuck to open and free to be themselves.
I am an Integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor. I believe we are all unique and therefore one size doesn't fit all so I will use a range of skills to suit where you are at this time in your life. The skills I use will vary as you move on your journey so the skills I will use will accompany you. I have been working with people 26 years having qualified in 1997 and I am passionate about the work I do. It is gratifying to be part of a person's journey from troubled or stuck to open and free to be themselves.
Whatever you have going on that may be causing you to struggle with daily life, whether it be your sexuality, drug/alcohol misuse, grief, trauma, domestic violence, co-parenting, relationship issues, guilt, harrasement at work, assault, fears/phobias and so much more. I will plan with you a number of sessions which will include reachable goals and an achievable outcome to help free you of all that no longer serves you, and by offering you the tools to gain the mindset skills required to gain mental clarity and awareness.
Whatever you have going on that may be causing you to struggle with daily life, whether it be your sexuality, drug/alcohol misuse, grief, trauma, domestic violence, co-parenting, relationship issues, guilt, harrasement at work, assault, fears/phobias and so much more. I will plan with you a number of sessions which will include reachable goals and an achievable outcome to help free you of all that no longer serves you, and by offering you the tools to gain the mindset skills required to gain mental clarity and awareness.
Starting therapy can sometimes be a daunting experience. Our first session will be an opportunity for us to get to know each other. You can consider whether I am the right fit for you, and we can explore your goals and motivations for therapy, creating a collaborative plan for potentially working together. With lots of space for any questions you may have! I hold a strong desire to create space for individuals to share their voices, to feel seen and to be heard. Alongside my professional knowledge, I hope to draw from my personal journey to inspire warmth, authenticity, and connection within the therapeutic relationship we build.
Starting therapy can sometimes be a daunting experience. Our first session will be an opportunity for us to get to know each other. You can consider whether I am the right fit for you, and we can explore your goals and motivations for therapy, creating a collaborative plan for potentially working together. With lots of space for any questions you may have! I hold a strong desire to create space for individuals to share their voices, to feel seen and to be heard. Alongside my professional knowledge, I hope to draw from my personal journey to inspire warmth, authenticity, and connection within the therapeutic relationship we build.
Who am I? I am the same as you, someone who has sought answers at a time when I've felt lost or alone, in these times I have often felt like I was incapable of seeing light at the end of the tunnel. I am no different than you. Although now, I am able to use my experiences, and knowledge of counselling to apply theory and strategies to understand and guide.
I am offering you a safe, confidential space with zero judgement and an authentic approach where you can seek the answers to those difficult questions and explore those intrusive thoughts.
Who am I? I am the same as you, someone who has sought answers at a time when I've felt lost or alone, in these times I have often felt like I was incapable of seeing light at the end of the tunnel. I am no different than you. Although now, I am able to use my experiences, and knowledge of counselling to apply theory and strategies to understand and guide.
I am offering you a safe, confidential space with zero judgement and an authentic approach where you can seek the answers to those difficult questions and explore those intrusive thoughts.
Hi, I'm Jo, with 18 years experience, I specialise in treating adults who are struggling with self-doubt, persistent anxiety, perfectionism, procrastination, people-pleasing and burn-out - not just from work but from juggling the demands of life.
Therapy with me will help you gain:
-Clarity- you will understand the patterns you find yourself stuck in and how to change them
-Confidence- Tame your inner-critic and increase your self-trust and self-appreciation
-Connectedness - Overcome feelings of insecurity and develop more fulfilling relationships
-Peace of mind- Freedom from anxiety and fear to calm and contentment
Hi, I'm Jo, with 18 years experience, I specialise in treating adults who are struggling with self-doubt, persistent anxiety, perfectionism, procrastination, people-pleasing and burn-out - not just from work but from juggling the demands of life.
Therapy with me will help you gain:
-Clarity- you will understand the patterns you find yourself stuck in and how to change them
-Confidence- Tame your inner-critic and increase your self-trust and self-appreciation
-Connectedness - Overcome feelings of insecurity and develop more fulfilling relationships
-Peace of mind- Freedom from anxiety and fear to calm and contentment
My ideal clients are adults who may feel overwhelmed or stuck, or who struggle to make sense of their thoughts, emotions, or life experiences. Many come to therapy because they are experiencing anxiety, depression, low self esteem, relationship difficulties, trauma, grief, or the impact of significant life changes.
I also have a particular interest in supporting people as they navigate the complexities of culture, faith, identity, and family expectations. These experiences can sometimes leave people feeling conflicted, isolated, or unsure of who they are or the direction they want their lives to take.
My ideal clients are adults who may feel overwhelmed or stuck, or who struggle to make sense of their thoughts, emotions, or life experiences. Many come to therapy because they are experiencing anxiety, depression, low self esteem, relationship difficulties, trauma, grief, or the impact of significant life changes.
I also have a particular interest in supporting people as they navigate the complexities of culture, faith, identity, and family expectations. These experiences can sometimes leave people feeling conflicted, isolated, or unsure of who they are or the direction they want their lives to take.
After a while, trying to manage everything alone can feel isolating and unproductive. Thoughts repeat, worries build, and despite your best efforts, nothing really shifts. Therapy offers a collaborative space where we work together to understand, challenge, and change the patterns keeping you stuck. As a CBT therapist, I help you notice unhelpful cycles in thinking and behaviour, and develop practical ways to respond differently. This isn’t about “thinking positive,” but gaining clarity, control, and new ways of coping so life feels less overwhelming and more manageable.
After a while, trying to manage everything alone can feel isolating and unproductive. Thoughts repeat, worries build, and despite your best efforts, nothing really shifts. Therapy offers a collaborative space where we work together to understand, challenge, and change the patterns keeping you stuck. As a CBT therapist, I help you notice unhelpful cycles in thinking and behaviour, and develop practical ways to respond differently. This isn’t about “thinking positive,” but gaining clarity, control, and new ways of coping so life feels less overwhelming and more manageable.
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