Creative Therapy Counselling in High Peak
Hello and a warm welcome to you. You may have been struggling with an emotional problem for many years or be feeling stressed, anxious or generally overwhelmed. It is important that you feel comfortable enough to talk through your difficulties with the right person. I am a Person-Centred psychotherapist and supervisor supporting adults, young people and children, including with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, loss, grief, trauma and abuse and relationship issues. My aim is to create a safe and supportive counselling environment that allows us to explore your concerns and enables you to work towards positive change.
Hello and a warm welcome to you. You may have been struggling with an emotional problem for many years or be feeling stressed, anxious or generally overwhelmed. It is important that you feel comfortable enough to talk through your difficulties with the right person. I am a Person-Centred psychotherapist and supervisor supporting adults, young people and children, including with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, loss, grief, trauma and abuse and relationship issues. My aim is to create a safe and supportive counselling environment that allows us to explore your concerns and enables you to work towards positive change.
Are you experiencing the effects of trauma, relational abuse, eating/body/lifestyle-related difficulties or neurodivergent overwhelm? These issues are my core specialisms, however I also support clients in creative and high‑pressure roles who are navigating burnout, identity shifts or chronic tension. Many clients come to me feeling stuck, burnt out or carrying long‑term stress as symptoms in their bodies. Some have tried to cope alone through research, journalling or self‑help but nothing has shifted enough. I offer a calm, grounded space where you can slow down, feel understood and begin to make sense of what is happening.
Are you experiencing the effects of trauma, relational abuse, eating/body/lifestyle-related difficulties or neurodivergent overwhelm? These issues are my core specialisms, however I also support clients in creative and high‑pressure roles who are navigating burnout, identity shifts or chronic tension. Many clients come to me feeling stuck, burnt out or carrying long‑term stress as symptoms in their bodies. Some have tried to cope alone through research, journalling or self‑help but nothing has shifted enough. I offer a calm, grounded space where you can slow down, feel understood and begin to make sense of what is happening.
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Hi, if you are reading this, congratulations on taking the first step on reaching out for help. I imagine you are going through a rocky period, or maybe have come through a tough time and would like to reflect and feel emotionally stable again. Or perhaps you are simply interested in doing some work on resilience. Whatever your goal is I am here to support you in an empathic, supportive and confidential environment.
Hi, if you are reading this, congratulations on taking the first step on reaching out for help. I imagine you are going through a rocky period, or maybe have come through a tough time and would like to reflect and feel emotionally stable again. Or perhaps you are simply interested in doing some work on resilience. Whatever your goal is I am here to support you in an empathic, supportive and confidential environment.
Hi, I’m Anne. It's nice to meet you.
I’m an Integrative Counsellor with over 25 years’ experience supporting people in wellbeing and development roles across higher education, the NHS and in community settings.
Everyone’s situation is unique, and no list can ever capture all the reasons someone might come to counselling.
The areas below reflect some of the experiences I often support people with. You don’t need to fit neatly into them. If you’re feeling stuck, weighed down, or unsure, we can explore things together and find a way forward that feels right for you.
Hi, I’m Anne. It's nice to meet you.
I’m an Integrative Counsellor with over 25 years’ experience supporting people in wellbeing and development roles across higher education, the NHS and in community settings.
Everyone’s situation is unique, and no list can ever capture all the reasons someone might come to counselling.
The areas below reflect some of the experiences I often support people with. You don’t need to fit neatly into them. If you’re feeling stuck, weighed down, or unsure, we can explore things together and find a way forward that feels right for you.
I am a qualified therapist / Counsellor and supervisor based in Manchester City Centre, I am an Accredited Member of the National Counselling Society (MNCS), Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I offer a different Person-Centred Approach, EMDR, Mindfulness & CBT. We are all people, and everyone deserves a right to such a little thing as feeling good about family, life and ourselves. We all have our issues and should not be afraid to share them with someone like me who can and will help you. So don't be scared to share because we are all people, we are all equal, and we all deserve happiness.
I am a qualified therapist / Counsellor and supervisor based in Manchester City Centre, I am an Accredited Member of the National Counselling Society (MNCS), Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I offer a different Person-Centred Approach, EMDR, Mindfulness & CBT. We are all people, and everyone deserves a right to such a little thing as feeling good about family, life and ourselves. We all have our issues and should not be afraid to share them with someone like me who can and will help you. So don't be scared to share because we are all people, we are all equal, and we all deserve happiness.
Hello, my name is Mark.
I am a qualified and registered (BACP) counsellor and am here to support you with your healing journey. I work with individuals, couples, and families and have a strong ethos surrounding mental health and overall wellbeing.
Hello, my name is Mark.
I am a qualified and registered (BACP) counsellor and am here to support you with your healing journey. I work with individuals, couples, and families and have a strong ethos surrounding mental health and overall wellbeing.
Hi, I’m Elle, I’m the lead therapist at Mental-Health4u. I’m a mental health and neurodivergent therapist with over 10 years of experience. I pride myself on being a warm and caring practitioner who is never afraid to go the extra mile.
I can provide support with different mental health concerns including: anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, low mood, difficulties with emotional regulation and self harm. The only thing I would require is a motivation from you to work on your mental health.
Hi, I’m Elle, I’m the lead therapist at Mental-Health4u. I’m a mental health and neurodivergent therapist with over 10 years of experience. I pride myself on being a warm and caring practitioner who is never afraid to go the extra mile.
I can provide support with different mental health concerns including: anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, low mood, difficulties with emotional regulation and self harm. The only thing I would require is a motivation from you to work on your mental health.
Hi, I'm Maria. Are you curious about why you feel or act the way you do? Are you open to exploring the deeper layers of your emotions and experiences with a desire to understand yourself more even if nothing feels 'wrong' on the surface? I can support you to reflect on your past, notice patterns in your relationships, and take time to understand yourself more fully. You don’t need to know anything about therapy—just be open, patient, and interested in creating meaningful, lasting change from the inside out.
Hi, I'm Maria. Are you curious about why you feel or act the way you do? Are you open to exploring the deeper layers of your emotions and experiences with a desire to understand yourself more even if nothing feels 'wrong' on the surface? I can support you to reflect on your past, notice patterns in your relationships, and take time to understand yourself more fully. You don’t need to know anything about therapy—just be open, patient, and interested in creating meaningful, lasting change from the inside out.
Why do we feel like we do?
Maybe anxious? Maybe depressed? Maybe self-critical? Maybe not able to interact with others as we'd like and feeling like our relationships could be better?
Maybe just feeling like we could be living a happier more fulfilled and engaged life?
The patterns of how we feel now have been laid down in our past. Our feelings and behaviours are all there for a reason - usually in ways that somehow protected earlier versions of ourselves.
In therapy we can safely and kindly explore how you are feeling now, where your feelings have come from and how we can approach life differently.
Why do we feel like we do?
Maybe anxious? Maybe depressed? Maybe self-critical? Maybe not able to interact with others as we'd like and feeling like our relationships could be better?
Maybe just feeling like we could be living a happier more fulfilled and engaged life?
The patterns of how we feel now have been laid down in our past. Our feelings and behaviours are all there for a reason - usually in ways that somehow protected earlier versions of ourselves.
In therapy we can safely and kindly explore how you are feeling now, where your feelings have come from and how we can approach life differently.
I am a High Peak based Art Psychotherapist.
I am an Integrative Art Psychotherapist, which means I can draw on a range of theoretical models in my work. I have a wealth of clinical experience in working with children, young people and adults who have experienced trauma, and the resulting issues that often arise from this. My approach to therapy is very much client led.
I am a High Peak based Art Psychotherapist.
I am an Integrative Art Psychotherapist, which means I can draw on a range of theoretical models in my work. I have a wealth of clinical experience in working with children, young people and adults who have experienced trauma, and the resulting issues that often arise from this. My approach to therapy is very much client led.
I am a very experienced and professional therapist with over twelve thousand client contact hours behind me in individual, couples and group work. I feel my experience coupled with my life experiences makes me the person and the therapist I am today. My training in the person-centred approach (three years) and in Transactional Analysis (seven years) together with continuing professional and personal development and supervision give me a strong theoretical and experiential focus to bring to my client work. I work very much in a relational way (research indicates that the therapeutic relationship is key to positive therapy outcomes)
I am a very experienced and professional therapist with over twelve thousand client contact hours behind me in individual, couples and group work. I feel my experience coupled with my life experiences makes me the person and the therapist I am today. My training in the person-centred approach (three years) and in Transactional Analysis (seven years) together with continuing professional and personal development and supervision give me a strong theoretical and experiential focus to bring to my client work. I work very much in a relational way (research indicates that the therapeutic relationship is key to positive therapy outcomes)
Hello, I’m Catherine, a passionate therapist dedicated to supporting individuals of all ages, from children to adults, as they navigate life’s challenges.
With over 20 years of experience working with neurodiverse children and young people, I have developed a deep understanding of the unique ways individuals think, feel, and communicate. This has shaped my ability to tailor support in a way that truly meets each person where they are.
I am naturally relaxed, fun-loving and positive, and I believe deeply in the power of genuine connection and active listening. My core approach is person-centered and play therapy.
Hello, I’m Catherine, a passionate therapist dedicated to supporting individuals of all ages, from children to adults, as they navigate life’s challenges.
With over 20 years of experience working with neurodiverse children and young people, I have developed a deep understanding of the unique ways individuals think, feel, and communicate. This has shaped my ability to tailor support in a way that truly meets each person where they are.
I am naturally relaxed, fun-loving and positive, and I believe deeply in the power of genuine connection and active listening. My core approach is person-centered and play therapy.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn next? You don’t have to keep doing it alone. I can help you quiet the noise, make sense of your emotions, and start feeling more in control of your life. I’m an integrative psychotherapist who tailors each session to you — your story, your pace, your needs. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, self-doubt, relationship struggles, or life as a neurodivergent person, I can offer you the space to untangle what’s going on inside. I can help you to understand yourself more deeply, and to begin moving toward the life you actually want - one built on self-trust, clarity and connection.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn next? You don’t have to keep doing it alone. I can help you quiet the noise, make sense of your emotions, and start feeling more in control of your life. I’m an integrative psychotherapist who tailors each session to you — your story, your pace, your needs. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, self-doubt, relationship struggles, or life as a neurodivergent person, I can offer you the space to untangle what’s going on inside. I can help you to understand yourself more deeply, and to begin moving toward the life you actually want - one built on self-trust, clarity and connection.
Welcome, I'm Tahreen, I am qualified counsellor. I'm truly aware that the first step on this journey can be overwhelming please be reassured I will always work at a pace that you feel comfortable with as we are working towards your desired goals. I work with a non-hierarchical framework focusing on the principles of safety, trust, choice, collaboration, empowerment and cultural consideration. I am caring, compassionate and genuinely interested in listening to each of my client’s personal experiences with the understanding that each individual is unique.
Welcome, I'm Tahreen, I am qualified counsellor. I'm truly aware that the first step on this journey can be overwhelming please be reassured I will always work at a pace that you feel comfortable with as we are working towards your desired goals. I work with a non-hierarchical framework focusing on the principles of safety, trust, choice, collaboration, empowerment and cultural consideration. I am caring, compassionate and genuinely interested in listening to each of my client’s personal experiences with the understanding that each individual is unique.
I work creatively using art and play.
Supporting children and young people to blossom and thrive. Life can be tough, especially for children and young people who may be navigating new experiences or who are trying to understand who they are and establish their own identity. I am a child and young person’s therapist and can support young people in processing and making sense of difficult experiences, such as parent separation, challenges with peer relationships, grief or trauma. I work with young people to enable them to understand their emotions and how to regulate these.
I work creatively using art and play.
Supporting children and young people to blossom and thrive. Life can be tough, especially for children and young people who may be navigating new experiences or who are trying to understand who they are and establish their own identity. I am a child and young person’s therapist and can support young people in processing and making sense of difficult experiences, such as parent separation, challenges with peer relationships, grief or trauma. I work with young people to enable them to understand their emotions and how to regulate these.
Experiencing major changes can be daunting, frustrating and generate fear alongside self-doubt. If you are looking to make changes, face up to change, explore identity and self-esteem or have reached your limits in one or more life areas then you don't have to face this alone. You will have control over your therapy and gain a voice as well as perspective. If you are willing to make the most of what you learn in therapy then you are more likely to make progress that lasts and changes your life for the better. I offer Clinical Supervision and outdoor therapy too. I have worked for GPs, IAPT, hospitals and EAPs.
Experiencing major changes can be daunting, frustrating and generate fear alongside self-doubt. If you are looking to make changes, face up to change, explore identity and self-esteem or have reached your limits in one or more life areas then you don't have to face this alone. You will have control over your therapy and gain a voice as well as perspective. If you are willing to make the most of what you learn in therapy then you are more likely to make progress that lasts and changes your life for the better. I offer Clinical Supervision and outdoor therapy too. I have worked for GPs, IAPT, hospitals and EAPs.
Are you looking for a compassionate, non-judgemental and flexible approach to therapy, tailored to your unique needs?
Start to navigate your journey towards a better mental health.
With several years’ experience working as a counsellor with adults, children, young people and relationship/couples enabling client's to overcome a wide range of challenges. I believe that you are the expert, I will walk alongside you on your journey offering support and empowering you. I will tailor our sessions to meet your unique needs allowing for a personalised and effective therapeutic experience.
Reach out for a free introduction call today.
Are you looking for a compassionate, non-judgemental and flexible approach to therapy, tailored to your unique needs?
Start to navigate your journey towards a better mental health.
With several years’ experience working as a counsellor with adults, children, young people and relationship/couples enabling client's to overcome a wide range of challenges. I believe that you are the expert, I will walk alongside you on your journey offering support and empowering you. I will tailor our sessions to meet your unique needs allowing for a personalised and effective therapeutic experience.
Reach out for a free introduction call today.
Starting your therapy journey can feel overwhelming and even a little daunting—but it can also be the beginning of something meaningful and transformative.
You might already have a clear idea of what you’d like to work on, or you may simply know that something in your life needs to change, even if you're not sure what that is yet. Either way, taking the first step by reaching out for support is a huge achievement—well done for getting here.
Starting your therapy journey can feel overwhelming and even a little daunting—but it can also be the beginning of something meaningful and transformative.
You might already have a clear idea of what you’d like to work on, or you may simply know that something in your life needs to change, even if you're not sure what that is yet. Either way, taking the first step by reaching out for support is a huge achievement—well done for getting here.
Hello, I'm Amy. I am a person centred creative counsellor and supervisor based in Burnley. I work online and face to face with children, young people and adults as well as couples and families.
I provide a safe and welcoming space where we can talk.
Counselling provides a space where you are able to explore and be yourself without judgement or being told what you should do. We are all unique, my approach is different for each person depending on your needs.
I help neurodivergent couples understand more about themselves and their relationship.
Hello, I'm Amy. I am a person centred creative counsellor and supervisor based in Burnley. I work online and face to face with children, young people and adults as well as couples and families.
I provide a safe and welcoming space where we can talk.
Counselling provides a space where you are able to explore and be yourself without judgement or being told what you should do. We are all unique, my approach is different for each person depending on your needs.
I help neurodivergent couples understand more about themselves and their relationship.
I work with adolescents and adults — individually, as couples, and in groups — who want a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships. Many come when something feels stuck: anxiety, relational difficulties, or recurring patterns shaped by trauma, neglect, violence, or experiences of difference. My work is typically longer-term, making space to explore these patterns in depth. Clients are often reflective, and may be engaging questions of identity — race, sexuality, class, ability, or nationality — or navigating relational dynamics in their families or intimate relationships.
I work with adolescents and adults — individually, as couples, and in groups — who want a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships. Many come when something feels stuck: anxiety, relational difficulties, or recurring patterns shaped by trauma, neglect, violence, or experiences of difference. My work is typically longer-term, making space to explore these patterns in depth. Clients are often reflective, and may be engaging questions of identity — race, sexuality, class, ability, or nationality — or navigating relational dynamics in their families or intimate relationships.
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Creative Therapy Counsellors
How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.
Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.
How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.