Counselling in Macclesfield

Laura Mamczur
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified
Macclesfield SK11 (Online Only)
I have 18 years experience working in mental health services both within the NHS and private sector. I am fully BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist and a registered mental health nurse (RMN). I offer specialist psychological therapy for anxiety disorders, depression, eating difficulties, O.C.D, trauma, addiction, self-injury, sleep problems, children’s behaviour, ADHD and Autistic Spectrum Conditions for adults, children and young people. All interventions offered are evidence based and recommended in the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) guidance.
I have 18 years experience working in mental health services both within the NHS and private sector. I am fully BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist and a registered mental health nurse (RMN). I offer specialist psychological therapy for anxiety disorders, depression, eating difficulties, O.C.D, trauma, addiction, self-injury, sleep problems, children’s behaviour, ADHD and Autistic Spectrum Conditions for adults, children and young people. All interventions offered are evidence based and recommended in the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) guidance.

Sarah Bracegirdle
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Macclesfield SK11 (Online Only)
Welcome, My name is Sarah I offer person-centred counselling and psychotherapy in a safe, confidential and friendly manner. Currently I offer Zoom, Teams, and Telephone sessions. It can be lonely battling with anxiety, depression, domestic abuse and many other mental health issues: to feel overwhelmed with powerful emotions or to feel without hope. My therapy provides a way to process what’s happening and gain control whilst feeling renewed and hopeful again.
Welcome, My name is Sarah I offer person-centred counselling and psychotherapy in a safe, confidential and friendly manner. Currently I offer Zoom, Teams, and Telephone sessions. It can be lonely battling with anxiety, depression, domestic abuse and many other mental health issues: to feel overwhelmed with powerful emotions or to feel without hope. My therapy provides a way to process what’s happening and gain control whilst feeling renewed and hopeful again.

Ish Jawando (Vanquish Therapies)
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified
Macclesfield SK11 (Online Only)
Hi I'm Ish, as a qualified Person-Centred Counsellor, Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and Life Coach - I use these tools to take a holistic view and customise the therapy to your requirements, partnering with individual needs; in a creative and thought-provoking process that inspires to maximise your professional and personal potential, by either focusing on aspects of your life or taking a holistic and eclectic approach that treats the whole person. The first step to Counselling and Coaching is understanding where you are right now; so, no matter what your obstacles, I may be able to help once I gain a true understanding.
Hi I'm Ish, as a qualified Person-Centred Counsellor, Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and Life Coach - I use these tools to take a holistic view and customise the therapy to your requirements, partnering with individual needs; in a creative and thought-provoking process that inspires to maximise your professional and personal potential, by either focusing on aspects of your life or taking a holistic and eclectic approach that treats the whole person. The first step to Counselling and Coaching is understanding where you are right now; so, no matter what your obstacles, I may be able to help once I gain a true understanding.

Alison Ralph Therapy
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified
Macclesfield SK11
Are you struggling with your day to day life in some way and are not sure which way to turn? Maybe you feel that you could make some changes to the way you think and feel but are stuck in those old ways? It might be that you just need someone to talk to outside of friends, family and colleagues. If this is you, then I can provide a relaxing, confidential place where you will feel listened to and understood. Working together we can help you to make realisations and find solutions.
Are you struggling with your day to day life in some way and are not sure which way to turn? Maybe you feel that you could make some changes to the way you think and feel but are stuck in those old ways? It might be that you just need someone to talk to outside of friends, family and colleagues. If this is you, then I can provide a relaxing, confidential place where you will feel listened to and understood. Working together we can help you to make realisations and find solutions.

Ronit Bowman
Counsellor, MBACP
Macclesfield SK11
Life can either feel or in fact be challenging at times. I believe from time to time we all need some space to safely explore, make sense, let go, make peace and grow. I offer a safe confidential non-judgmental space to explore. The snowdrop symbolises hope and transformation, a new beginning. My aim is to help you take a journey in which you can face, understand and overcome situations that may seem hopeless, help you find warmth, develop a new found confidence to enable you to grow and blossom. I have many years' experience as a qualified counsellor. My main areas of work; LGBT+ , Depression,Eating disorders.
Life can either feel or in fact be challenging at times. I believe from time to time we all need some space to safely explore, make sense, let go, make peace and grow. I offer a safe confidential non-judgmental space to explore. The snowdrop symbolises hope and transformation, a new beginning. My aim is to help you take a journey in which you can face, understand and overcome situations that may seem hopeless, help you find warmth, develop a new found confidence to enable you to grow and blossom. I have many years' experience as a qualified counsellor. My main areas of work; LGBT+ , Depression,Eating disorders.

Julie Haworth
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
Macclesfield SK11
If you experience an internal negative dialogue that causes you distress, you may feel it is impossible to get out of this cycle leading to exhaustion, confusion and a sense of feeling weighed down by your life. Feeling hopeless and stuck can create a longing to be understood. I have several years experience of working with domestic abuse; anxiety, depression and mood disorders. My approach is concerned with healing of mental, emotional, and physical health. I help people learn about and understand themselves at a deeper level leading to greater acceptance of themselves.
If you experience an internal negative dialogue that causes you distress, you may feel it is impossible to get out of this cycle leading to exhaustion, confusion and a sense of feeling weighed down by your life. Feeling hopeless and stuck can create a longing to be understood. I have several years experience of working with domestic abuse; anxiety, depression and mood disorders. My approach is concerned with healing of mental, emotional, and physical health. I help people learn about and understand themselves at a deeper level leading to greater acceptance of themselves.

Karin Hughes
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Macclesfield SK10
We all have times when we struggle with life, we may have issues with anxiety, depression, behaviours we are uncomfortable with, habits we want to break, discord in relationships or breakdowns in communication. However life impacts you, whether you recognise that something isn't right, feel out of sorts or just feel general dissatisfaction with your life, you may benefit from support to explore what troubles you and identify the changes you need to make. Together we can identify your needs, establish some goals and I can help you take a positive step towards the future you wish for yourself.
We all have times when we struggle with life, we may have issues with anxiety, depression, behaviours we are uncomfortable with, habits we want to break, discord in relationships or breakdowns in communication. However life impacts you, whether you recognise that something isn't right, feel out of sorts or just feel general dissatisfaction with your life, you may benefit from support to explore what troubles you and identify the changes you need to make. Together we can identify your needs, establish some goals and I can help you take a positive step towards the future you wish for yourself.

Jean Herbert (Therapyforteens)
Macclesfield SK10
Adolescence is a time of exploring the world and figuring out who we are and therefore relationships are fundamental in order to grow up into a happy healthy human being. Breakdown in relationships such as suffering a bereavement, not getting on with someone close to you, going through a big change or feeling lonely and isolated can lead to feeling depressed. I have seen great results using this time limited intervention and would like to help more young people get back on track and enjoying life.
Adolescence is a time of exploring the world and figuring out who we are and therefore relationships are fundamental in order to grow up into a happy healthy human being. Breakdown in relationships such as suffering a bereavement, not getting on with someone close to you, going through a big change or feeling lonely and isolated can lead to feeling depressed. I have seen great results using this time limited intervention and would like to help more young people get back on track and enjoying life.

Linda Hayward
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Macclesfield SK11
I believe that when we’re free of emotional and psychological problems, we are able to live our lives to the fullest and reach our potential, for a life without limits. By looking after our mental health, we naturally improve the quality of our life. Good mental health, strengthens and supports our ability to maintain good physical health.
I believe that when we’re free of emotional and psychological problems, we are able to live our lives to the fullest and reach our potential, for a life without limits. By looking after our mental health, we naturally improve the quality of our life. Good mental health, strengthens and supports our ability to maintain good physical health.

Maisa Garcia Fernandez
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified
Macclesfield SK10
Not everyone has the same approach to life's problems such as personal and psychosexual relationships, grief, loss, bereavement, illness and stress, nor to the typical challenges of family relationships. The context of culture, ethnicity, race, gender, class, sexual orientation and spiritual beliefs influence the ways in which we view the world and how the world views us. I work with couples and families, children, teens and individuals, to resolve issues in a way that is sensitive to their culture and context; and together we develop solutions that are congruent with their values. I like to work from a strengths based orientation
Not everyone has the same approach to life's problems such as personal and psychosexual relationships, grief, loss, bereavement, illness and stress, nor to the typical challenges of family relationships. The context of culture, ethnicity, race, gender, class, sexual orientation and spiritual beliefs influence the ways in which we view the world and how the world views us. I work with couples and families, children, teens and individuals, to resolve issues in a way that is sensitive to their culture and context; and together we develop solutions that are congruent with their values. I like to work from a strengths based orientation

Katie Louisa Lohan
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Macclesfield SK11 (Online Only)
I specialise in a person-centred modality of counselling, which means the sessions are led by you. Whatever you are finding challenging I aim to offer a safe neutral space for you to talk about what ever you feel is important too you. I work online by Zoom, or I can offer walk & talk in the beautiful nature of Macclesfield Cheshire.
I specialise in a person-centred modality of counselling, which means the sessions are led by you. Whatever you are finding challenging I aim to offer a safe neutral space for you to talk about what ever you feel is important too you. I work online by Zoom, or I can offer walk & talk in the beautiful nature of Macclesfield Cheshire.
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Hayley Stevens
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified
Macclesfield SK11
People usually contact me around issues of embodiment - meaning they are either overwhelmed by physical, emotional and psychological pain or the opposite - numb and cut-off from life. I have specialist training to work psycho-somatically. I support people working through complex trauma and dissociation. Associated with this are day-to-day issues in relationships arising from adaptations to trauma through life. As clients experience themselves as more connected/embodied their focus often shifts to creative self-expression and how to maintain aliveness in a world that often does not support its expression.
People usually contact me around issues of embodiment - meaning they are either overwhelmed by physical, emotional and psychological pain or the opposite - numb and cut-off from life. I have specialist training to work psycho-somatically. I support people working through complex trauma and dissociation. Associated with this are day-to-day issues in relationships arising from adaptations to trauma through life. As clients experience themselves as more connected/embodied their focus often shifts to creative self-expression and how to maintain aliveness in a world that often does not support its expression.

Dr Charlotte Hazeldine-Baker - Chartered Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
1 Endorsed
Macclesfield SK11
At times life can feel overwhelming and emotions can feel like they are getting too much for us to manage. As a Clinical Psychologist I am trained to support people to gain an understanding of the psychological difficulties that they are experiencing. I will work alongside you in a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental manner to help you to explore your difficulties and to help you gain confidence in how to live your life with less distress. I also have extensive experience from my NHS roles in supporting people who are living with a health condition including cancer, CFS and chronic pain.
At times life can feel overwhelming and emotions can feel like they are getting too much for us to manage. As a Clinical Psychologist I am trained to support people to gain an understanding of the psychological difficulties that they are experiencing. I will work alongside you in a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental manner to help you to explore your difficulties and to help you gain confidence in how to live your life with less distress. I also have extensive experience from my NHS roles in supporting people who are living with a health condition including cancer, CFS and chronic pain.

Sam Hughes Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Macclesfield SK11
Hello If you want a confidential, welcoming non – judgemental space to make sense of what is troubling you please get in touch. I offer a free 30-minute initial consultation to see if you think we will work well together. Sessions can be face to face, on line, on the telephone or we could go for a walk together. Alternatively, if you prefer we could choose a quiet spot outside to sit and talk. I work with you individually or with you and your partner, helping you to fully explore issues and improve your situation. You will rediscover your strengths in a supportive environment to help you move forward with confidence.
Hello If you want a confidential, welcoming non – judgemental space to make sense of what is troubling you please get in touch. I offer a free 30-minute initial consultation to see if you think we will work well together. Sessions can be face to face, on line, on the telephone or we could go for a walk together. Alternatively, if you prefer we could choose a quiet spot outside to sit and talk. I work with you individually or with you and your partner, helping you to fully explore issues and improve your situation. You will rediscover your strengths in a supportive environment to help you move forward with confidence.

Bonnie Wallace
Psychotherapist, COSRT General
Verified
Macclesfield SK10
A highly qualified therapist who specialises in the areas of sex and porn addiction,sex therapy, couple therapy and eating disorders, and highly qualified in these areas as my training suggests. Vast experience ensures that I help my clients towards resolving their issues. I work with a broad spectrum of clients on a wide range of these issues. I offer a highly discreet, confidential and personalized approach delivered with compassion and understanding. Working with a sympathetic and non-judgemental attitude, I help achieve solutions to the issues you bring in a practical, down to earth way.
A highly qualified therapist who specialises in the areas of sex and porn addiction,sex therapy, couple therapy and eating disorders, and highly qualified in these areas as my training suggests. Vast experience ensures that I help my clients towards resolving their issues. I work with a broad spectrum of clients on a wide range of these issues. I offer a highly discreet, confidential and personalized approach delivered with compassion and understanding. Working with a sympathetic and non-judgemental attitude, I help achieve solutions to the issues you bring in a practical, down to earth way.

Paula Charnley
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Macclesfield SK11
Waitlist for new clients
Hi I'm Paula I'm a qualified and experienced Counsellor. I offer you a safe and confidential environment in which to work out how to deal with life's challenges. I offer Sessions Face to face, online & by telephone. If you are and adults who is dealing with; bereavement, relationship issues, eating disorders, trauma, stress, anxiety and depression, identity issues or chronic illness I can help you. Sometimes reaching out for Counselling is the most difficult part. Book an initial free chat by phone and you can get a feel of how Counselling can help you.
Hi I'm Paula I'm a qualified and experienced Counsellor. I offer you a safe and confidential environment in which to work out how to deal with life's challenges. I offer Sessions Face to face, online & by telephone. If you are and adults who is dealing with; bereavement, relationship issues, eating disorders, trauma, stress, anxiety and depression, identity issues or chronic illness I can help you. Sometimes reaching out for Counselling is the most difficult part. Book an initial free chat by phone and you can get a feel of how Counselling can help you.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapist
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Macclesfield SK10
A therapist with a passion for helping adults build self-worth to reduce symptoms of Anxiety and Depression. Self-worth is an important part of our mental health, because lacking self-worth means that we never feel good enough, despite our best efforts. You may be someone that worries about what others think about you, you may fear making mistakes, put pressure on yourself to please others, doubt yourself a lot of the time and you may hide parts of yourself away from the world. The thoughts and behaviours linked to having low self-worth can leave us feeling exhausted, anxious, angry or depressed.
A therapist with a passion for helping adults build self-worth to reduce symptoms of Anxiety and Depression. Self-worth is an important part of our mental health, because lacking self-worth means that we never feel good enough, despite our best efforts. You may be someone that worries about what others think about you, you may fear making mistakes, put pressure on yourself to please others, doubt yourself a lot of the time and you may hide parts of yourself away from the world. The thoughts and behaviours linked to having low self-worth can leave us feeling exhausted, anxious, angry or depressed.

Harriet Barnett Therapies
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
Macclesfield SK10 (Online Only)
If you are a young person or adult struggling with anxiety, depression or trauma, I provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgemental environment where you can talk openly and access the support you deserve. I believe in building a collaborative therapeutic relationship which supports a mutual understanding of your presenting concerns. You are the expert on yourself, my role is to help develop your knowledge of your experiences by using evidence-based strategies through CBT or EMDR to support beneficial change and reach your goals.
If you are a young person or adult struggling with anxiety, depression or trauma, I provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgemental environment where you can talk openly and access the support you deserve. I believe in building a collaborative therapeutic relationship which supports a mutual understanding of your presenting concerns. You are the expert on yourself, my role is to help develop your knowledge of your experiences by using evidence-based strategies through CBT or EMDR to support beneficial change and reach your goals.

Angharad Jones Psychotherapy and Counselling
Verified
1 Endorsed
Macclesfield SK10
I understand that it can be hard to reach out for therapy, especially when you may be finding life tough at the moment. Or perhaps you are in a better place and have decided that you want to explore aspects of your life. Either way, please do contact me to discuss your needs. In therapy sessions I would work with you to process your past so that you can see how it impacts the present. For many there is the need to grieve for what has been lost, whilst giving the opportunity to identify and embrace your true inner self. You would strengthen ‘Adult’ you, freeing yourself to embrace life.
I understand that it can be hard to reach out for therapy, especially when you may be finding life tough at the moment. Or perhaps you are in a better place and have decided that you want to explore aspects of your life. Either way, please do contact me to discuss your needs. In therapy sessions I would work with you to process your past so that you can see how it impacts the present. For many there is the need to grieve for what has been lost, whilst giving the opportunity to identify and embrace your true inner self. You would strengthen ‘Adult’ you, freeing yourself to embrace life.

Dr Emma Solomon, Consultant Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Macclesfield SK10 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you pretending to the world that you’re ok, when inside you’re not? Perhaps you have been putting others first, or focusing on work, and now you are ready to focus on giving yourself a chance to shine. Sometimes feeling lost, overwhelmed or insecure stems further back. Together we will find the problem and get you back to being your best you. I believe everyone deserves to feel confident and content in their life to thrive.
Are you pretending to the world that you’re ok, when inside you’re not? Perhaps you have been putting others first, or focusing on work, and now you are ready to focus on giving yourself a chance to shine. Sometimes feeling lost, overwhelmed or insecure stems further back. Together we will find the problem and get you back to being your best you. I believe everyone deserves to feel confident and content in their life to thrive.
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What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counsellors are all licensed mental health professionals. In many countries, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counsellor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counsellors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counsellor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counselling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.