Counselling in Manchester
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Laura Jane Ellis
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I provide a non-judgmental, safe, and supportive environment that is client centred, which means that we work collaboratively in a way that works for you. I am a fully qualified member of the BACP, with almost ten years of experience working with vulnerable adults, children and young people within the mental health, charity and non-profit sector. My area of specialism has been working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community, those from marginalised backgrounds who have experienced developmental trauma, neurodivergent adults and young people, survivors of abuse and individuals diagnosed with personality disorders.
Manchester M20
& Online

Laura Dixon
Counsellor, MNCPS Accred
Verified
Verified
My area of expertise is loss, and helping clients deal with it in all its forms, which includes bereavement, job loss, relationship breakdowns, loss of sense of self (which includes depression, anxiety, chronic illness, disability or medical / healthcare diagnosis) and all of the many other life changes that may happen outside of your control.

Therapy with Sasha
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
Working with relational issues is at the heart of my work. Healthy relationships and connection are the key to fulfilment, motivation and wellbeing. I offer my clients a pathway to notice patterns of how they relate to their world and build understanding around their behaviours. This naturally leads to awareness which in turn will create choice, empowerment and positive change. I have specialised working with teenagers and young people both face to face and online. Creating safety and trust within the therapeutic relationship is fundamental, from this place grows confidence, kindness to self and others, direction and resilience.

Jennifer Kennedy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Hi I'm Jennifer, I specialise in working with all types of anxiety, trauma and relationship issues. I offer a safe, confidential space to explore difficult experiences so you can understand yourself better and make positive changes. You'll get the most out of working with me if you're already on a journey of personal development or have had therapy before and want to go deeper into exploring the underlying reasons for your negative patterns. This will give you a fuller understanding of why you get stuck and how to work through the feelings so that you can live with more freedom and authenticity.

PG Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Verified
Verified
Do you feel overwhelmed? Stuck? Overly anxious? Looking for a healthier work/life balance? I work with individuals on a whole range of different issues, from anxiety, feelings of low mood, stress, to relationship issues, bullying and unhealthy patterns of behaviour, for example. People turn to therapy, usually, when they find that they are stuck: either not knowing what to do next, or how to get out of unhelpful repetitive situations.
Waitlist for new clients

Cherisse Amusa
Counsellor, MNCPS Accred
Verified
Verified
Welcome I am Cherisse. I provide a safe and compassionate space where healing and growth begin. I am a dynamic therapist and have a varied experiences of working with clients from different backgrounds and a wide range of presenting issues. I currently deliver a low cost therapy clinic for people aged 18-30 from Black, marginalised or minorities groups who may be struggling to access or afford therapy. Whilst this is the group I tend to work with mostly, I also work with clients outside of this demographic. I have experience of working in private practice, employee assistance programmes and IAPT services.

Samavia Chaudhary
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am a qualified and experienced integrative counsellor with a proven track record of helping people work through all kinds of problems. I value individuality, and I help people to value their own individuality too. I am person centred trained, but like to think of myself as an integrative therapist, as I am always led by the individual needs of my clients. I provide short- and long-term counselling with adults and young people in a professional, non-judgemental space where we can work through a confusing or distressing time and issues you are grappling with.

Natalie Whittaker
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
Are you feeling anxious or depressed? Perhaps you find yourself struggling in social situations, or feel consumed by intrusive, difficult thoughts. You might be struggling with anxious sensations you just can’t shift or find yourself worrying so much that it is interfering with your life. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) can help you retake control of your life. I am a BABCP Accredited CBT Therapist and we can work together to understand the effects of your past, examine the thoughts, emotions and behaviours that affect your present, and create the foundations upon which you can build a future in which you can thrive.

Jenny Grand
MA
I am not a traditional Counsellor. I am a qualified Life Coach & Therapist working with Adults, Children & Veterans experiencing a range of emotional & behavioural issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, fears & Phobias, addictions, lack of confidence, low self esteem, pain relief & bereavement. I have spent most of my working life as a HR Manager in both the Public & Private Sectors. I have seen many employees distressed because of long waits for Counselling/Therapy appointments so this led me to retrain to enable me to bridge the gap and make a difference to peoples' lives. I am fully qualified and fully insured,

Dr Hoyin Chan
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I am a Principal Clinical Psychologist and have worked in various mental health services in the NHS for over 20 years. I have worked in various clinical health services, including burns and plastics, respiratory, cancer and HIV services. I am trained in EMDR, CBT, CFT and ACT. I am passionate in working with people presenting with life-changing physical health conditions and their related psychological trauma. We will work together addressing your psychological needs, ranging from unmanageable stress to childhood trauma, to being stuck in patterns of unsuccessful or broken relationships, in addition to depression and anxiety.
Manchester M1
& Online

Daniel Nissen
Counsellor, MA, BACP
Verified
Verified
People come for therapy for many different issues. A common theme is that people want to get a greater sense of themselves and understanding of what may have caused their issues and how they might grow past these challenges. Therapy can help you feel better about yourself and improve your mental health.
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Caroline Reed
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
When we are struggling and in pain, the need to be heard, understood, to be appreciated and valued is crucial to our healing. I have over 25 years experience working with families, couples, individuals and groups with mental health concerns and/or addictions. I work collaboratively alongside you, providing guidance on your journey towards healing. You know your strengths, areas for personal growth and your feelings. I know how the mind works, about how to push through barriers that hold you back, about recovery and healing. Together we will embark on a journey that is beneficial to you.

Roger Harrison
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Hello, I am a registered counsellor and recovery coach. I specialise in helping people on matters associated with the use of alcohol, drugs (prescription and street drugs), gambling, sex/chemsex/porn and other problem behaviours for them. I also have expertise in helping members of the LGBTQI+ community on a wide-range of problems and topics. I provide recovery coaching as well as counselling and more information about these interrelated approaches is available on my website www.waystosobriety.com

Dr Neesha Patel
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Health Psych.
Verified
Verified
Do you want a healthier relationship with food? Do you want to live a long, happy and healthy life but feel stuck or frustrated for not being able to stick to the positive changes that you are trying to make? Are you struggling with motivation or facing other life obstacles? I understand that making changes and creating new habits can be really difficult. I use a range of evidence-based therapeutic interventions (Cognitive-behavioural Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindful Eating) to tailor, support and empower clients to reach and maintain their health goals and feel good too.

Belinda Rich
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
There are many reasons why people reach out for support. There may be a specific reason, you may want to understand yourself better, you could be struggling to cope, feel anxious or depressed, or something might not 'feel right'. It is important to me that we build a good relationship between us so that we can work together to explore whatever you bring, at your own pace, without judgement.

Fiona Mackenzie
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am an experienced psychotherapist and counsellor working with adults and young adults on a wide range of issues . I offer face-to-face and online/video call consultations in Manchester City Centre, Hale in Altrincham, Rodney Street in Liverpool and Wilmslow Why Therapy? For all of us there are times in our lives when we feel confused, distressed or unable to cope. Therapy offers the opportunity to achieve a greater understanding of ourselves, to discover what holds us back and potentially enabling us to change old patterns and find new ways of approaching and overcoming difficulties.

John Flanagan
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I have over 10 years experience supporting people who at times have felt lost and had no direction. I offer 1:1 counselling and group facilitation in Stockport and Central Manchester. I offer a safe, non-judgmental, supportive setting, where, together, we can explore your experience, enabling you to develop a new understanding of yourself, giving you the tools to overcome your present emotional difficulties. The most important thing is building a good working relationship allowing a space for clients to be heard and understood.

Jo Chadwick
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Hi, I'm Jo, welcome to my profile. Are you feeling low, stuck, lost or anxious? I can help. I offer a safe space to help you try to understand your feelings and bring about positive change. Counselling can provide perspective, validation, clarity and a better awareness of self. I commonly deal with low mood, anxiety, loss, family/relationship problems, abuse, low self esteem, midlife/menopausal stresses.

Donna Sullivan
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
I'm really interested in people - who we are and why we become who we are. In order to understand ourselves it can help to talk about ourselves, our experiences and feelings. I can offer a safe, secure and non judgmental space where you can do this. Together we can work out why you have reached a point in your life that may be causing you problems, or why you may be feeling stuck. I work with people who are overwhelmed by their circumstances or feel anxious and depressed and find it difficult to move forward. Counselling can give you an opportunity to examine how you can change and improve your circumstances.

Kit Leaver Counselling and Supervision
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
As a counsellor, I will offer you a confidential space to explore the issues you are facing, the questions of meaning and possibilities of resolution; to work through difficult emotions and look for peace with the past. I work with people on issues around depression, anxiety, relationships, self-esteem, bereavement, past trauma and abuse, identity and diversity. Your sessions will be a place where you can have the freedom and safety to be; to develop your own identity, accept yourself and make positive decisions about your future.
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Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online or over the phone can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
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.