ADHD Counselling in Manchester
I am a qualified Counsellor (Person Centred Therapy Accredited) working with adults to navigate life’s challenges, including anxiety, stress, grief, life transitions, and neurodiverse conditions. I offer both face-to-face and remote sessions via telephone or online, adapting my approach to suit each client’s unique needs and circumstances.
In my practice, empathy meets structure: I create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, supported, and understood. My therapy is client-led, focusing on empowering you to build self-awareness and resilience.
I am a qualified Counsellor (Person Centred Therapy Accredited) working with adults to navigate life’s challenges, including anxiety, stress, grief, life transitions, and neurodiverse conditions. I offer both face-to-face and remote sessions via telephone or online, adapting my approach to suit each client’s unique needs and circumstances.
In my practice, empathy meets structure: I create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, supported, and understood. My therapy is client-led, focusing on empowering you to build self-awareness and resilience.
I have a cosy room in both Manchester City Centre, ADHD,
Relationships and Self Empowerment are only a few of my many specialisms.
I have been a therapist for many years now, and have spent over 15 years of my adult life in accademia, whilst working as a professional, to refine my skill set and expertise. I specialise in: ADHD, Autism, Relationships, Anger, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQ+, Bereavement and Loss. Online, Face to Face and Phone Therapy Available.
I have a cosy room in both Manchester City Centre, ADHD,
Relationships and Self Empowerment are only a few of my many specialisms.
I have been a therapist for many years now, and have spent over 15 years of my adult life in accademia, whilst working as a professional, to refine my skill set and expertise. I specialise in: ADHD, Autism, Relationships, Anger, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQ+, Bereavement and Loss. Online, Face to Face and Phone Therapy Available.
I have a keen interest in working with women who are struggling with the demands of the environment they find themselves in. That could be for a number of reasons; perhaps the pressures of a successful career feel heavy, overwhelming challenges of a toxic workplace, navigating your relationships successfully, feeling the pressure of juggling parenthood, feeling burnout with the challenges of raising a neurodivergent family or maybe you have recently discovered you're neurodivergent yourself and you are feeling the sadness an overlooked childhood that has left you questioning your identity, struggling to know how you move forward.
I have a keen interest in working with women who are struggling with the demands of the environment they find themselves in. That could be for a number of reasons; perhaps the pressures of a successful career feel heavy, overwhelming challenges of a toxic workplace, navigating your relationships successfully, feeling the pressure of juggling parenthood, feeling burnout with the challenges of raising a neurodivergent family or maybe you have recently discovered you're neurodivergent yourself and you are feeling the sadness an overlooked childhood that has left you questioning your identity, struggling to know how you move forward.
I am an experienced & compassionate pracitioner specialising in PTSD, trauma, depression, anxiety, relationships, perfectionism, boundaries and LGBTQ+ matters, as well ADHD and Autism.
My approach means working together by talking through any feelings, issues, or events...anything that you want to explore or is concerning you, in an effort to gain understanding of yourself in order to promote real change. I consider it a deep privilege to be part of the therapeutic process.
I am an experienced & compassionate pracitioner specialising in PTSD, trauma, depression, anxiety, relationships, perfectionism, boundaries and LGBTQ+ matters, as well ADHD and Autism.
My approach means working together by talking through any feelings, issues, or events...anything that you want to explore or is concerning you, in an effort to gain understanding of yourself in order to promote real change. I consider it a deep privilege to be part of the therapeutic process.
You may be living with ADHD, anxiety, depression, or navigating grief and life transitions.
I’m Zara, a Manchester City Centre therapist with face-to-face Saturday slots and online/phone sessions weekdays. I specialise in ADHD, anxiety, depression, and identity or life transitions. My main approach is person-centred, and I integrate CBT techniques when helpful to support clarity and coping.
You may be living with ADHD, anxiety, depression, or navigating grief and life transitions.
I’m Zara, a Manchester City Centre therapist with face-to-face Saturday slots and online/phone sessions weekdays. I specialise in ADHD, anxiety, depression, and identity or life transitions. My main approach is person-centred, and I integrate CBT techniques when helpful to support clarity and coping.
My key areas of interest are relationship difficulties, trauma informed therapy and ADHD.
My name is Maria de Ridder. I work as a psychotherapist in private practice in South Manchester in Chorlton and Didsbury.
The principle modality I use is called Transactional Analysis; a type of psychotherapy which looks at how the past affects the present and looks at any unhelpful patterns we may developed. I also offer mindfulness based and relational approaches where applicable.
My key areas of interest are relationship difficulties, trauma informed therapy and ADHD.
My name is Maria de Ridder. I work as a psychotherapist in private practice in South Manchester in Chorlton and Didsbury.
The principle modality I use is called Transactional Analysis; a type of psychotherapy which looks at how the past affects the present and looks at any unhelpful patterns we may developed. I also offer mindfulness based and relational approaches where applicable.
I am a psychotherapist on the spectrum with ADHD.
I specialised in Autism in Adults, attachment disorder and trauma. I hold MSc in Psychology, MSC in Counselling, NLP Practitioner. I am a member of the International Association of Yoga Therapists (C-IAYT), the British Psychological Society and the International Trainers Academy of Neuro-Linguistic Programming.
I am a psychotherapist on the spectrum with ADHD.
I specialised in Autism in Adults, attachment disorder and trauma. I hold MSc in Psychology, MSC in Counselling, NLP Practitioner. I am a member of the International Association of Yoga Therapists (C-IAYT), the British Psychological Society and the International Trainers Academy of Neuro-Linguistic Programming.
Neuro developmental: Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD: and secondary psychiatric symptomatology, emotional regulation, attachment, trauma, addiction, OCD/obsessional thinking
Having worked in the NHS for over fifteen years; I specialise in Psychiatric care and Neurodiversity. As a Neurodivergent therapist, I have found from practice and my research, which evidences Neurodivergent Affirming Therapy; strong therapeutic alliance with my patients; there's reassurance, safety and a sense of belonging when working with someone who actually gets you! I have worked hard to ensure therapy caters to and adapts to our brains! Techniques such as eye contact, open questions, long silences, often made me and my patients want to run away, perpetuating a belief of hopelessness and helplessness.
Neuro developmental: Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD: and secondary psychiatric symptomatology, emotional regulation, attachment, trauma, addiction, OCD/obsessional thinking
Having worked in the NHS for over fifteen years; I specialise in Psychiatric care and Neurodiversity. As a Neurodivergent therapist, I have found from practice and my research, which evidences Neurodivergent Affirming Therapy; strong therapeutic alliance with my patients; there's reassurance, safety and a sense of belonging when working with someone who actually gets you! I have worked hard to ensure therapy caters to and adapts to our brains! Techniques such as eye contact, open questions, long silences, often made me and my patients want to run away, perpetuating a belief of hopelessness and helplessness.
Are you feeling tangled up in your thoughts, emotions, or life events? Maybe you or your young person has a nervous system experiencing shutdowns or meltdowns at home or school? Or perhaps life feels like it's swirling around you, and you don't know where to turn, and would you like help to understand what is going on.
I work with clients who are;
-Experiencing anxiety around school, college or work.
-Exploring their neurodivergence through diagnostic pathways and self-discovery.
-Experiencing grief, loss and bereavement.
-Exploring their identity, life, purpose, values and sense of self.
Are you feeling tangled up in your thoughts, emotions, or life events? Maybe you or your young person has a nervous system experiencing shutdowns or meltdowns at home or school? Or perhaps life feels like it's swirling around you, and you don't know where to turn, and would you like help to understand what is going on.
I work with clients who are;
-Experiencing anxiety around school, college or work.
-Exploring their neurodivergence through diagnostic pathways and self-discovery.
-Experiencing grief, loss and bereavement.
-Exploring their identity, life, purpose, values and sense of self.
I work with adults across a wide range of experiences, including neurodivergence (autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia), PTSD, CPTSD, and BPD, as well as identity and gender-related challenges.
We work together to understand how your experiences have shaped you, how your beliefs and nervous system are primed to think and react, and why certain patterns repeat. We look at your history and current life, structuring what’s happening and what can change. It’s a collaborative, kind, and practical process.
I work with adults across a wide range of experiences, including neurodivergence (autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia), PTSD, CPTSD, and BPD, as well as identity and gender-related challenges.
We work together to understand how your experiences have shaped you, how your beliefs and nervous system are primed to think and react, and why certain patterns repeat. We look at your history and current life, structuring what’s happening and what can change. It’s a collaborative, kind, and practical process.
I work primarily with clients around addiciton issues, and ADHD.
I am a Counsellor based in Manchester offering In person and online sessions. Life can be challenging, and in places it can feel intolerable and overwhelming it can be difficult to know where to start unravelling this, how to make changes, what changes, if any, we need to make, and to try to make sense of why we feel the way that we do. This can be a very painful experience but however dark it may be today, doesn't mean tomorrow won't be lighter, counselling can offer an opportunity to be heard and to be understood. I work with clients from all backgrounds but have particular experience working with Addiction and with LGBT+ issues.
I work primarily with clients around addiciton issues, and ADHD.
I am a Counsellor based in Manchester offering In person and online sessions. Life can be challenging, and in places it can feel intolerable and overwhelming it can be difficult to know where to start unravelling this, how to make changes, what changes, if any, we need to make, and to try to make sense of why we feel the way that we do. This can be a very painful experience but however dark it may be today, doesn't mean tomorrow won't be lighter, counselling can offer an opportunity to be heard and to be understood. I work with clients from all backgrounds but have particular experience working with Addiction and with LGBT+ issues.
Maybe you are starting to identify as ADHD, AuDHD or ASC, and you're trying to make sense of your life story from this new perspective.
I have over 14 years experience supporting people to overcome issues with executive functioning, relationship and communication issues, workplace stress, burn-out and overwhelm, PTSD, OCD, BDD, rejection sensitivity dysphoria, depression and anxiety. I also offer neurodiverse affirming CBT, IPT and EMDR for clients who identify as ADHD, AuDHD or ASC.
Maybe you are starting to identify as ADHD, AuDHD or ASC, and you're trying to make sense of your life story from this new perspective.
I have over 14 years experience supporting people to overcome issues with executive functioning, relationship and communication issues, workplace stress, burn-out and overwhelm, PTSD, OCD, BDD, rejection sensitivity dysphoria, depression and anxiety. I also offer neurodiverse affirming CBT, IPT and EMDR for clients who identify as ADHD, AuDHD or ASC.
Are you looking for a space where you feel seen, heard, and understood? Life’s challenges can leave us feeling stuck or disconnected. I offer a supportive, non-judgmental space to explore who you are, understand your patterns, and connect more deeply with yourself and others. Through self-exploration, you can gain clarity, build confidence, and move forward with purpose. I’m here to support you on that journey.
Are you looking for a space where you feel seen, heard, and understood? Life’s challenges can leave us feeling stuck or disconnected. I offer a supportive, non-judgmental space to explore who you are, understand your patterns, and connect more deeply with yourself and others. Through self-exploration, you can gain clarity, build confidence, and move forward with purpose. I’m here to support you on that journey.
I'm a neurodivergent queer non-binary counsellor and I bring this lived experience to my practice. Seeking support can be a big decision, and I want to make this process feel as safe for you as possible. I like to be myself in the therapy room, and work to create the right environment for you to be able to do the same. My work is rooted in an anti-oppressive stance, and my practice is always consent-led and trauma-informed. I have worked with a diverse range of clients and issues, and have specialist experience with the LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent communities.
I'm a neurodivergent queer non-binary counsellor and I bring this lived experience to my practice. Seeking support can be a big decision, and I want to make this process feel as safe for you as possible. I like to be myself in the therapy room, and work to create the right environment for you to be able to do the same. My work is rooted in an anti-oppressive stance, and my practice is always consent-led and trauma-informed. I have worked with a diverse range of clients and issues, and have specialist experience with the LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent communities.
I also specialise in helping people to adjust to a chronic illness, or to a late diagnosis of ADHD, informed by both my professional and lived experience.
Welcome.
You're probably here because you’re a high performer who keeps everything together on the outside. But underneath, you might feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or stuck in patterns of overthinking, perfectionism and self-criticism. Perhaps the strategies that once helped you cope aren't working anymore. Or maybe you’ve experienced a recent diagnosis or life change, and now feel uncertain about who you are or what comes next. When these struggles stay hidden, they quickly become isolating and exhausting. You may find yourself quietly battling anxiety, burnout, or depression. But you don’t have to do this alone anymore.
I also specialise in helping people to adjust to a chronic illness, or to a late diagnosis of ADHD, informed by both my professional and lived experience.
Welcome.
You're probably here because you’re a high performer who keeps everything together on the outside. But underneath, you might feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or stuck in patterns of overthinking, perfectionism and self-criticism. Perhaps the strategies that once helped you cope aren't working anymore. Or maybe you’ve experienced a recent diagnosis or life change, and now feel uncertain about who you are or what comes next. When these struggles stay hidden, they quickly become isolating and exhausting. You may find yourself quietly battling anxiety, burnout, or depression. But you don’t have to do this alone anymore.
I specialise in helping with:
Neurodivergence and ADHD (masking, overwhelm, emotional reg etc)
Trauma and difficult relationships (including narcissistic dynamics, low self-esteem, people-pleasing)
Anxiety, depression, and chronic self-criticism
My approach blends somatic therapy, trauma-informed practice , and relational work.
Do you ever feel trapped in your own head, criticised, disconnected, or on high alert? that you’re pretending, failing, or just “wrong”?
Maybe you’ve spent years people-pleasing, holding in anger, or carrying shame that was never yours to begin with. Perhaps you’re exhausted from replaying old patterns, yet no matter what you try, they don’t seem to shift.
Therapy with me is a chance to stop circling in self-doubt and start discovering who you are beneath it all. Together, we can work to loosen the grip of perfectionism, self-hatred, or fear, and help you move toward a life that feels more grounded, connected, and yours.
I specialise in helping with:
Neurodivergence and ADHD (masking, overwhelm, emotional reg etc)
Trauma and difficult relationships (including narcissistic dynamics, low self-esteem, people-pleasing)
Anxiety, depression, and chronic self-criticism
My approach blends somatic therapy, trauma-informed practice , and relational work.
Do you ever feel trapped in your own head, criticised, disconnected, or on high alert? that you’re pretending, failing, or just “wrong”?
Maybe you’ve spent years people-pleasing, holding in anger, or carrying shame that was never yours to begin with. Perhaps you’re exhausted from replaying old patterns, yet no matter what you try, they don’t seem to shift.
Therapy with me is a chance to stop circling in self-doubt and start discovering who you are beneath it all. Together, we can work to loosen the grip of perfectionism, self-hatred, or fear, and help you move toward a life that feels more grounded, connected, and yours.
I am a person-centred counsellor, which means that I believe you know best what you need. I will offer you a safe place, support, and acceptance for you to explore your struggles. I believe that with non-judgemental care, people naturally move towards self improvement. Even if you're not entirely sure what's wrong or how to fix it, together we can explore it and, hopefully, find your path through it.
I work one-on-one, both face-to-face and online. I offer as many sessions as you need, providing you with a place to explore your problems, without judgement.
I am a person-centred counsellor, which means that I believe you know best what you need. I will offer you a safe place, support, and acceptance for you to explore your struggles. I believe that with non-judgemental care, people naturally move towards self improvement. Even if you're not entirely sure what's wrong or how to fix it, together we can explore it and, hopefully, find your path through it.
I work one-on-one, both face-to-face and online. I offer as many sessions as you need, providing you with a place to explore your problems, without judgement.
With a keen interest in intersectionality, I have significant experience working with ADHD and LGBTQIA+ communities, both of which are close to my heart.
Hi, I’m Gaby, and I'm here to support you to find a creative way through your challenges. I've been working in the field of mental health for 12 years, and in that time I've gathered a toolkit of different approaches which allows me to tailor therapy to meet your individual needs. We can work towards a particular goal of your choice, or we can take an exploratory, open-ended approach. Either way, sessions will go at your own pace and on your terms.
With a keen interest in intersectionality, I have significant experience working with ADHD and LGBTQIA+ communities, both of which are close to my heart.
Hi, I’m Gaby, and I'm here to support you to find a creative way through your challenges. I've been working in the field of mental health for 12 years, and in that time I've gathered a toolkit of different approaches which allows me to tailor therapy to meet your individual needs. We can work towards a particular goal of your choice, or we can take an exploratory, open-ended approach. Either way, sessions will go at your own pace and on your terms.
I specialise in the complex interplay of non-visible health conditions/challenges- like chronic pain, fatigue, fibromyalgia, ME/CFS, long covid, anxiety, low mood, bipolar, stress, burnout & ADHD.
With many years experience working in mental health & chronic & invisible health conditions, I offer specialist support for living with the challenging interactions of fatigue, chronic pain, brain fog, low mood, anxiety, chronic stress, burnout & emotional overwhelm. I can help you build pathways to feel more anchored, more autonomous & more able to manage daily life. This can mean many different things- maybe support to break cycles of masking & 'pushing through'; to re-connect with your body; to build helpful rhythms & habits; to learn skills in managing symptoms, regulating emotions or thought patterns; maybe to find 'you' again.
I specialise in the complex interplay of non-visible health conditions/challenges- like chronic pain, fatigue, fibromyalgia, ME/CFS, long covid, anxiety, low mood, bipolar, stress, burnout & ADHD.
With many years experience working in mental health & chronic & invisible health conditions, I offer specialist support for living with the challenging interactions of fatigue, chronic pain, brain fog, low mood, anxiety, chronic stress, burnout & emotional overwhelm. I can help you build pathways to feel more anchored, more autonomous & more able to manage daily life. This can mean many different things- maybe support to break cycles of masking & 'pushing through'; to re-connect with your body; to build helpful rhythms & habits; to learn skills in managing symptoms, regulating emotions or thought patterns; maybe to find 'you' again.
I particularly welcome those who have recently discovered they are autistic, PDA and/or ADHD.
There are many reasons why someone might seek therapy. You could be a stage in your life where you are confused about who you really are and what to do next. You may be haunted by old traumas or facing new challenges. It may be that you are experiencing relationship or family issues, there may be problems at work. You may be going through grief and loss, or facing illness or disability. Any of this could leave you feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed or burnt out. Alternatively, you may not know why you are struggling with your mental health. I provide a calm, warm, supportive presence to help you figure it all out.
I particularly welcome those who have recently discovered they are autistic, PDA and/or ADHD.
There are many reasons why someone might seek therapy. You could be a stage in your life where you are confused about who you really are and what to do next. You may be haunted by old traumas or facing new challenges. It may be that you are experiencing relationship or family issues, there may be problems at work. You may be going through grief and loss, or facing illness or disability. Any of this could leave you feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed or burnt out. Alternatively, you may not know why you are struggling with your mental health. I provide a calm, warm, supportive presence to help you figure it all out.
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When should I seek treatment for ADHD?
You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.
How does treatment for ADHD work?
Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioural therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.
How long does treatment for ADHD take?
It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.