Addiction Counselling in Manchester
Whether you’re looking for help with depression, anxiety, loss, or bereavement; or whether you’re struggling to change things that are causing problems in your life, such as setting boundaries, communicating yourself, addictions, or disordered eating patterns, I offer a range of counselling and psychotherapy services that can help you work through this distress.
This may involve working on how you treat yourself or talk to yourself, how you suppress your emotions or express yourself in less than helpful ways. It may involve working on what prevents you from setting boundaries, or knowing what you want in the first place. And, ultimately, it may lead to working on how you feel about yourself.
Whether you’re looking for help with depression, anxiety, loss, or bereavement; or whether you’re struggling to change things that are causing problems in your life, such as setting boundaries, communicating yourself, addictions, or disordered eating patterns, I offer a range of counselling and psychotherapy services that can help you work through this distress.
This may involve working on how you treat yourself or talk to yourself, how you suppress your emotions or express yourself in less than helpful ways. It may involve working on what prevents you from setting boundaries, or knowing what you want in the first place. And, ultimately, it may lead to working on how you feel about yourself.
With experience both as a psychotherapist-in-training and client, I regard trust and a safe environment to work through difficulties, identify and express personal needs as high priorities. I therefore offer an empathic, non-judgmental and containing space and work openly with whatever arises from the client's life as well as what arises in the room in a gently challenging manner in order to encourage personal growth. I am in the final stages of a seven year psychotherapy training and use psychodrama and creative approaches in my work and am committed to help people access the often dormant creativity in their lives.
With experience both as a psychotherapist-in-training and client, I regard trust and a safe environment to work through difficulties, identify and express personal needs as high priorities. I therefore offer an empathic, non-judgmental and containing space and work openly with whatever arises from the client's life as well as what arises in the room in a gently challenging manner in order to encourage personal growth. I am in the final stages of a seven year psychotherapy training and use psychodrama and creative approaches in my work and am committed to help people access the often dormant creativity in their lives.
I work with individual clients and groups affected by trauma, PTSD or CPTSD (stemming from armed conflicts, physical or sexual abuse, childhood trauma), Anxiety disorders (i.e. OCD, phobias, panic attacks and GAD), neurodiverse development and function (ASD, ADHD and/or specific learning difficulties), depression, loss, bereavement and addiction.
Private practice and NHS practitioner, with over 20-year background in neuropsychology, I structure therapy around the needs of my clients. Using Trauma-informed practice I employ evidence-based techniques such as EMDR, CBT, ERP and DBT, in conjunction with psychoeducation. Client-Centred approach is central to my therapeutic aim of growing self-awareness and offering clients a proactive involvement in their therapeutic process. My private practice is based in Derbyshire and virtually on Zoom, where in a confidential, safe and empathic environment I have been supporting clients from across the UK, Europe and further afield.
I work with individual clients and groups affected by trauma, PTSD or CPTSD (stemming from armed conflicts, physical or sexual abuse, childhood trauma), Anxiety disorders (i.e. OCD, phobias, panic attacks and GAD), neurodiverse development and function (ASD, ADHD and/or specific learning difficulties), depression, loss, bereavement and addiction.
Private practice and NHS practitioner, with over 20-year background in neuropsychology, I structure therapy around the needs of my clients. Using Trauma-informed practice I employ evidence-based techniques such as EMDR, CBT, ERP and DBT, in conjunction with psychoeducation. Client-Centred approach is central to my therapeutic aim of growing self-awareness and offering clients a proactive involvement in their therapeutic process. My private practice is based in Derbyshire and virtually on Zoom, where in a confidential, safe and empathic environment I have been supporting clients from across the UK, Europe and further afield.
Because the foundations of security begin in relationship and specifically, the first relationship we experience with our primary caregivers. I believe in the importance of relationship within the therapeutic setting. You will have the opportunity to examine how you relate to yourself internally and with others interpersonally. We will look at present-day relationships as well as childhood influences, and how these impact on the formation of self. Safety, care and compassion are my guiding principals when working therapeutically.
Because the foundations of security begin in relationship and specifically, the first relationship we experience with our primary caregivers. I believe in the importance of relationship within the therapeutic setting. You will have the opportunity to examine how you relate to yourself internally and with others interpersonally. We will look at present-day relationships as well as childhood influences, and how these impact on the formation of self. Safety, care and compassion are my guiding principals when working therapeutically.
You are not broken. You may be feeling emotional pain, distress, or psychological strain, but that doesn’t mean you are damaged. These responses often reflect your strength and resilience. What you're experiencing is an emotional build-up, not a breakdown. You might be living with anxiety, depression, grief, low self-worth, or trauma. Over time, you may have built defences to cope and protect yourself. These patterns helped you survive, but they are not your truest self. Healing begins by gently reconnecting with the parts of you that have been hidden, and making space for who you truly are.
You are not broken. You may be feeling emotional pain, distress, or psychological strain, but that doesn’t mean you are damaged. These responses often reflect your strength and resilience. What you're experiencing is an emotional build-up, not a breakdown. You might be living with anxiety, depression, grief, low self-worth, or trauma. Over time, you may have built defences to cope and protect yourself. These patterns helped you survive, but they are not your truest self. Healing begins by gently reconnecting with the parts of you that have been hidden, and making space for who you truly are.
As a psychotherapist and counsellor, I work with people who want to overcome depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, trauma, and other types of emotional pain. I am here to help you explore and process your experiences so you can get unstuck, find relief from your painful emotions, and live a happier, more satisfying life. I have experience working with various types of emotional distress and my clients usually find relief after just a few sessions. I have an MSc in Integrative Psychotherapy from Manchester Metropolitan University, a BSc in Psychology, and a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.
As a psychotherapist and counsellor, I work with people who want to overcome depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, trauma, and other types of emotional pain. I am here to help you explore and process your experiences so you can get unstuck, find relief from your painful emotions, and live a happier, more satisfying life. I have experience working with various types of emotional distress and my clients usually find relief after just a few sessions. I have an MSc in Integrative Psychotherapy from Manchester Metropolitan University, a BSc in Psychology, and a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.
I’m a UK & EUwide (Online) & London based (F2F) Psychosexual and Relationship therapist specialising in Relationship therapy, including couples and other relationship structures, as well as supporting individuals with Sexual issues.
My background in Sexual Health Nursing provides expertise with Sexual Health conditions and supporting Sexual assault/abuse survivors.
I work with many issues including Attachment Theory, Sexual Problems, rebuilding after infidelity or rebuilding connection & desire.
I am a Kink & LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist.
I create a non-judgmental space where clients can explore their issues without fear or shame.
I’m a UK & EUwide (Online) & London based (F2F) Psychosexual and Relationship therapist specialising in Relationship therapy, including couples and other relationship structures, as well as supporting individuals with Sexual issues.
My background in Sexual Health Nursing provides expertise with Sexual Health conditions and supporting Sexual assault/abuse survivors.
I work with many issues including Attachment Theory, Sexual Problems, rebuilding after infidelity or rebuilding connection & desire.
I am a Kink & LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist.
I create a non-judgmental space where clients can explore their issues without fear or shame.
If you have reached this page then you have taken the most difficult step in looking for support. Now it's just a matter of reaching out. Chances are you may be experiencing some emotional difficulty or you may be struggling to make sense of your thoughts, feelings & experiences, or break old habits or patterns of behaviour. To find more balance or clarity around what’s going on for you. Or you may just know that you want to change an area of your life. So whatever your reason for seeking support I firmly believe that you can do this and benefit, from a period of therapy. It is just a matter of reaching out and trusting the process.
If you have reached this page then you have taken the most difficult step in looking for support. Now it's just a matter of reaching out. Chances are you may be experiencing some emotional difficulty or you may be struggling to make sense of your thoughts, feelings & experiences, or break old habits or patterns of behaviour. To find more balance or clarity around what’s going on for you. Or you may just know that you want to change an area of your life. So whatever your reason for seeking support I firmly believe that you can do this and benefit, from a period of therapy. It is just a matter of reaching out and trusting the process.
I am an experienced psychotherapist with a strong track record helping patients within the NHS. I offer a safe, consistent setting in private practice to help patients make changes that are not as easily achieved in time-limited therapy. I practice psychodynamic and psychoanalytic therapy, which sees conscious difficulties in our lives as solutions to unconscious problems. It helps with common mental health problems, like anxiety and depression, including trauma, but allows for a deeper appreciation of our internal world to alleviate our everyday disquiet in profound and subtle ways, almost like a volume control being turned down.
I am an experienced psychotherapist with a strong track record helping patients within the NHS. I offer a safe, consistent setting in private practice to help patients make changes that are not as easily achieved in time-limited therapy. I practice psychodynamic and psychoanalytic therapy, which sees conscious difficulties in our lives as solutions to unconscious problems. It helps with common mental health problems, like anxiety and depression, including trauma, but allows for a deeper appreciation of our internal world to alleviate our everyday disquiet in profound and subtle ways, almost like a volume control being turned down.
For some, it shows up in sleepless nights, low self-esteem, relationship issues, or turning to gambling, food, drugs or work to cope.
With 10+ years coaching, and rehab/ pain management experience, I blend counselling with body awareness. I’m passionate about helping people understand the pain they feel. Whether physical, mental, or emotional, and how tension in the body and mind connect. Working together, I help you feel calmer, stronger, confident, and in tune with yourself.
For some, it shows up in sleepless nights, low self-esteem, relationship issues, or turning to gambling, food, drugs or work to cope.
With 10+ years coaching, and rehab/ pain management experience, I blend counselling with body awareness. I’m passionate about helping people understand the pain they feel. Whether physical, mental, or emotional, and how tension in the body and mind connect. Working together, I help you feel calmer, stronger, confident, and in tune with yourself.
Hello, I’m Paul Wolstenholme, a fully qualified integrative transpersonal psychotherapist. I offer soul-centred talking therapy, offering a safe and compassionate space for adult individuals to embrace their true self, spirit, purpose and potential, access inner wisdom, mindfully navigate life’s challenges, heal trauma, foster positive relationships, work towards goals and achieve healthy balance in mind, body, heart and soul.
I am trauma-informed and work in a holistic, spiritual and creative manner according to the client's needs. I work with clients at depth on an open-ended basis and I also offer short-term counselling.
Hello, I’m Paul Wolstenholme, a fully qualified integrative transpersonal psychotherapist. I offer soul-centred talking therapy, offering a safe and compassionate space for adult individuals to embrace their true self, spirit, purpose and potential, access inner wisdom, mindfully navigate life’s challenges, heal trauma, foster positive relationships, work towards goals and achieve healthy balance in mind, body, heart and soul.
I am trauma-informed and work in a holistic, spiritual and creative manner according to the client's needs. I work with clients at depth on an open-ended basis and I also offer short-term counselling.
I offer a space to talk, giving you time out to reflect and to explore self-development. As an Integrative Relational Therapeutic Counsellor, I draw on different models of therapy including Psychodynamic, Systemic, Interpersonal Process, CBT, Transactional Analysis amongst others in supporting you to reach your desired goals to maximise your full potentials. Meaning, you will find my approach friendly, empowering and conversational in style. I take great care in ensuring that you feel safe, respected and valued. I offer flexibility of short or long term therapy as tailored round your needs. I adhere to the ethics & codes of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy.
I offer a space to talk, giving you time out to reflect and to explore self-development. As an Integrative Relational Therapeutic Counsellor, I draw on different models of therapy including Psychodynamic, Systemic, Interpersonal Process, CBT, Transactional Analysis amongst others in supporting you to reach your desired goals to maximise your full potentials. Meaning, you will find my approach friendly, empowering and conversational in style. I take great care in ensuring that you feel safe, respected and valued. I offer flexibility of short or long term therapy as tailored round your needs. I adhere to the ethics & codes of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy.
I am a compassionate psychologist who believes that healing and growth begin in a space where people feel safe, understood, and respected. I work collaboratively with clients to help them make sense of their experiences, strengthen emotional resilience, and develop skills that support meaningful change.
My approach is thoughtful and individualized, recognizing that no two people—or families—are the same. Whether supporting children, adolescents, adults, or couples, I focus on understanding the emotional patterns beneath current challenges and helping clients move forward with greater clarity and confidence. I value cultural sensiti
I am a compassionate psychologist who believes that healing and growth begin in a space where people feel safe, understood, and respected. I work collaboratively with clients to help them make sense of their experiences, strengthen emotional resilience, and develop skills that support meaningful change.
My approach is thoughtful and individualized, recognizing that no two people—or families—are the same. Whether supporting children, adolescents, adults, or couples, I focus on understanding the emotional patterns beneath current challenges and helping clients move forward with greater clarity and confidence. I value cultural sensiti
I am a BACP registered counsellor based in Leeds, UK with experience supporting clients through a wide range of challenges, including stress, anxiety, workplace burnout, men’s mental health, and the difficulties that come with feeling stuck or overwhelmed. I also work with people navigating grief, trauma, and major life decisions.
My style is straightforward, down-to-earth, and supportive. I believe counselling should feel like a genuine conversation, not a clinical interview. I offer a safe and respectful space where you can be open without fear of judgement, and together we work at a pace that suits you.
I am a BACP registered counsellor based in Leeds, UK with experience supporting clients through a wide range of challenges, including stress, anxiety, workplace burnout, men’s mental health, and the difficulties that come with feeling stuck or overwhelmed. I also work with people navigating grief, trauma, and major life decisions.
My style is straightforward, down-to-earth, and supportive. I believe counselling should feel like a genuine conversation, not a clinical interview. I offer a safe and respectful space where you can be open without fear of judgement, and together we work at a pace that suits you.
With over sixteen years of experience, I support clients from diverse backgrounds, including those with ASD and ADHD, who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about where they belong. I work with concerns such as anxiety, trauma, and depression, offering a space where you feel understood and supported. Together, we gently explore the emotional patterns shaping your life, creating room for clarity, self-understanding, and meaningful change. My approach is warm, affirming, and culturally attuned, honouring both your individuality and the communities that shape you while helping you reconnect with your strengths and move forward.
With over sixteen years of experience, I support clients from diverse backgrounds, including those with ASD and ADHD, who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about where they belong. I work with concerns such as anxiety, trauma, and depression, offering a space where you feel understood and supported. Together, we gently explore the emotional patterns shaping your life, creating room for clarity, self-understanding, and meaningful change. My approach is warm, affirming, and culturally attuned, honouring both your individuality and the communities that shape you while helping you reconnect with your strengths and move forward.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, stuck? Not quite yourself ? Perhaps you’re struggling with unexpected changes… difficulties in your relationship, the loss of a loved one, health problems? Or maybe you are wanting to move on from a situation that's holding you back, recover from a hurt or disappointment or regain your sense of self and what to do with your life? Whatever our age or circumstances, there are times when we could all use some support to light our way forward and to develop a deeper understanding of ourselves and our current situation.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, stuck? Not quite yourself ? Perhaps you’re struggling with unexpected changes… difficulties in your relationship, the loss of a loved one, health problems? Or maybe you are wanting to move on from a situation that's holding you back, recover from a hurt or disappointment or regain your sense of self and what to do with your life? Whatever our age or circumstances, there are times when we could all use some support to light our way forward and to develop a deeper understanding of ourselves and our current situation.
I have years of volunteering experience within the LGBTQ community, substance misuse and bereavement.
Hi, I’m Tammy. I work with people who are anxious, overwhelmed, feeling misunderstood or struggling with OCD. I offer a safe, compassionate space that is confidential and grounded in trust and genuine care. Together, we’ll explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that are making you feel stuck. I will gently empower you to connect with and process difficult emotions so you can have a healthier relationship with yourself and the world around you. My approach is genuine, down to earth and deeply understanding creating a warm honest space where you can be yourself without feeling judged.
I have years of volunteering experience within the LGBTQ community, substance misuse and bereavement.
Hi, I’m Tammy. I work with people who are anxious, overwhelmed, feeling misunderstood or struggling with OCD. I offer a safe, compassionate space that is confidential and grounded in trust and genuine care. Together, we’ll explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that are making you feel stuck. I will gently empower you to connect with and process difficult emotions so you can have a healthier relationship with yourself and the world around you. My approach is genuine, down to earth and deeply understanding creating a warm honest space where you can be yourself without feeling judged.
I work with a range of problems including anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, depression, crisis, addictions, low self-esteem, abuse, disempowerment, anger management, bereavement, trauma, illness and loss of meaning
Benefits of talking to me include: * Improved self-compassion. * Gaining more choice, empowerment, meaning and success in your life. * Better relationships. * New ways of coping with difficult emotions/situations. * Understanding and moving on from the past. * Relieving symptoms of trauma, stress and anxiety. * Changing self-destructive patterns * Enjoying life more.
I work with a range of problems including anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, depression, crisis, addictions, low self-esteem, abuse, disempowerment, anger management, bereavement, trauma, illness and loss of meaning
Benefits of talking to me include: * Improved self-compassion. * Gaining more choice, empowerment, meaning and success in your life. * Better relationships. * New ways of coping with difficult emotions/situations. * Understanding and moving on from the past. * Relieving symptoms of trauma, stress and anxiety. * Changing self-destructive patterns * Enjoying life more.
Hello and welcome. Asking for help can be so very difficult, and at a time when you may be feeling at your most vulnerable. As a mature, accredited and insured therapist I endeavour to put you at ease and work with you to best suit your needs. I work as a Person-Centred therapist, very passionate about the potential of every individual that I encounter. The time spent in therapy is your time, a space just for you. Qualified for over 9 years, I have worked with adults, young adults, teens and children in a variety of settings. I am currently working in person and on line, with home visits possible under certain circumstances.
Hello and welcome. Asking for help can be so very difficult, and at a time when you may be feeling at your most vulnerable. As a mature, accredited and insured therapist I endeavour to put you at ease and work with you to best suit your needs. I work as a Person-Centred therapist, very passionate about the potential of every individual that I encounter. The time spent in therapy is your time, a space just for you. Qualified for over 9 years, I have worked with adults, young adults, teens and children in a variety of settings. I am currently working in person and on line, with home visits possible under certain circumstances.
I have 20 years of experience as an Integrative counsellor/psychotherapist. Throughout my career, I have provided over 9000 hours of psychotherapy sessions, working with Children, Adolescents and Adults in Higher Education, the Third Sector/NGOs and Tier 3 services across United Kingdom.
I have 20 years of experience as an Integrative counsellor/psychotherapist. Throughout my career, I have provided over 9000 hours of psychotherapy sessions, working with Children, Adolescents and Adults in Higher Education, the Third Sector/NGOs and Tier 3 services across United Kingdom.
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