Adults Counselling in Manchester
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Doris Mpemba Fimpa
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
Verified
After working for 20 years with children and young people, and
adults
I understand our beginnings are different for each person, with a different story.
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.

Martina Roberta Witter
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
Are you wanting to be happier? Are feeling stuck in life and constantly procrastinating ? Are you feeling down, fed up, worried or stressed? Are you struggling with the demands of life and feeling overwhelmed? I understand as I've been there and so have many of the young people and
Adults
that I work with. Remember that you're not alone in this journey of life and the season will change. . I can help YOU to be the best version of yourself whilst overcoming emotional difficulties which may prevent YOU from achieving your potential and being happy.

Hannah Semple
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Having several years' experience working with both children, young people and
adults
, I can offer support to a wide age range from 13+. Reaching out for support can be incredibly overwhelming and scary. It’s very important to me to try and make this as simple and accessible as possible. I qualified as a counsellor in 2019 and have worked within mental health for over 5 years, in the charity and voluntary sector. Removing barriers to counselling support is very close to my heart and I pride myself on being a down to earth practitioner.

James Alastair King
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Although I work with clients of all genders and ages, I am extremely experienced working with male
adults
, who need a safe space to explore their thoughts and feelings.
Although I regularly work with clients of all ages and genders, the majority of my clients tend to be young men, who have unresolved feelings or experiences which are impacting on their daily lives. I work as an integrative counsellor, from a person-centred perspective. This means that you can bring whatever you wish to the session, while we work at your pace and depth. I employ theory and techniques from CBT, psychodynamic and other therapeutic philosophies which I feel may be useful. Where we start is not the important thing as ultimately, you will naturally discover the things that matter the most to you.
Waitlist for new clients

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.

Dr Aspasia Ftenou
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I worked with
adults
in a variety of settings including NHS, forensic and charity organisations.
Perhaps you may feel anxious, worried or on edge? Maybe you struggle getting on with daily tasks or not enjoying things as much as you did? Do you have negative memories from the past that impact your life now? Or you may have negative thoughts about yourself which may affect your relationship with others? We may talk about your difficulties and set goals to help you in therapy. In our sessions you will experience acceptance and empathy so as to express your thoughts and feelings in a safe and warm space created by our therapeutic relationship.

Fox Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
At Fox Psychological Services, we are a team of psychologists that can offer therapy to
adults
with all types of psychological difficulties.
It is very human to have psychological difficulties at various points in our lives. Difficult things can happen to us leaving us feeling scared and/ or low/ depressed. Society can also make us feel pressurised to look a certain way and we can feel pretty worthless if don't believe that we conform to these societal expectations. All of these can be both frightening and overwhelming, which makes it so important to have a calm, compassionate and skilful therapist to guide you towards recovery.

Rachael Ingram
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I work with all
adults
over the age of 18 and have flexible availability.
I understand the daily frustration of living with depression and anxiety. Having had counselling myself, I know how it feels to sit in front of a stranger and talk about my inner most feelings. I'm here to accompany and encourage you on your own personal journey. I specialise in person-centred counselling which means that during a session, you'll work with me by talking through issues, key events, concerns, behaviours and how you’re feeling...anything that’s bothering you. I immerse myself into your world to understand your perspective. I offer a safe and encouraging environment, one where you aren’t judged, so that you feel accept

Mariya Shafiq
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have experience working with children, young people and
adults
and have worked both in clinical settings, within the NHS, and community settings including schools and mental health charities.
Seeking counselling through difficulties regardless of how long they have been going on or how ‘small’ they might feel, can provide clarity & encourage growth. I believe in the potential of people to be more than who they are right now. Whether that’s becoming more empowered or more autonomous, over anxiety, past events, or life decisions. By gaining a stronger awareness of yourself and your influences, navigating situations becomes easier. I combine person-centred & compassion-focused therapy, to tailor my work completely around the client. I work to strengthen your approach and resilience to challenges, past or present.

Clare Madden - CBT
MSc
Hi, I am a qualified cognitive behaviour therapist (CBT) and split my time working with children, adolescents and
adults
. I work part-time at CAMHS for the NHS and also work with students at Manchester University.

Simon Bentall
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
I have been practicing as a full-time Counsellor for the past 16 years. I have worked in a variety of settings and for a wide variety of clients from young children to couples. I work as a Client Centred therapist helping clients find ways to live a more fulfilling life. Helping clients find out who they are, not who they are trying or feel they ought to be. I do a lot of work with children, students and young
adults
. I have also, for the last 15 years, done short term EAP work in my private practice for a local housing association.

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,

Miftau Iddrisu
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
Hello My name is Miftau Iddrisu. I am an accredited CBT therapist. I am also a qualified DBT, RO-DBT,EMDR, schema therapist. I also provide hypnotherapy. I work with both young people and
adults
. I provide Skype treatments and I have experience offering treatment in outside United Kingdom.

Matthew Handley-Jones
1 Endorsed
1 Endorsed
Life is complex, society continues to grow and more is expected of us every day, resulting in us feeling on edge or unsatisfied. I provide space for my clients to make sense of their problems and learn new ways of living in line with their values. I work mostly with adolescents,
adults
and people of the LGBT+ community, however I have extensive experience with a range of other groups. I work side-by-side with my clients and we face the problem together. In between therapy sessions, I also offer to coach clients to use strategies over email, terms of this are discussed in assessment.
Not accepting new clients

Cheryl Edwards
Counsellor, MNCS Accred
Verified
Verified
I'm based in Chorlton, started counselling in 2007 for Childline and have experience working with
adults
in South Manchester and with children at Place2Be.
Hello, I’m Cheryl and we will work together to help you feel more like your real self. I can help you make sense of and deal with life, whether you feel depressed, anxious or alone, stressed at work or are struggling with relationships, divorce or bereavement. Maybe there isn't anything specific wrong right now but you need time, space and another perspective to recharge your batteries. Your experience of the world is unique to you and we will explore it in a way that suits you. There will be rewarding and fun moments too and I'll be sure to go at your pace.

Nurjis Ahmed
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
I specialise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy focussing on Children, Adolescents and
Adults
. My experience has allowed me to help people who have suffered from a wide range of mental health conditions including eating disorders, self harm, substance abuse, gambling, depression, phobias and trauma.

Georgia Colleton
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have experience working with children and young people and
adults
with a wide range of presenting issues.
Hello, I'm Georgia. I have 5 years experience in working within the mental health sector. I am a caring, compassionate person that believes with the right therapeutic relationship within the right counselling setting, we can gain a deeper understanding of who we are and how we work. I can offer a warm, friendly, non judgemental space that allows people to be safe when delving into what's causing them distress and discomfort.
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Hayley Dunn
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I work primarily, but not exclusively, with clients who are experiencing anxiety. This might be a life long issue resulting from traumatic experiences in childhood or it could be a new symptom which has developed due to changes in circumstances. Clients maybe feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, with unhealthy coping strategies. I often work with new parents with issues relating to difficult experiences during pregnancy, birth or early parenthood. I also work with
adults
who are lately discovering that they have been struggling due to undiagnosed ADHD or autism. I help my clients to develop or regain a sense of safety in their lives.
Not accepting new clients

Diane Judith Adderley
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
I am a qualified psychotherapist, life coach, trainer and supervisor, with over 20 years experience in private practice. I work with
adults
who may be encountering life's stressors to a greater-than-usual degree or may be struggling to find their way forward in a diverse range of circumstances. These may be from personal or professional sources but usually involve our own, perhaps not very helpful, habitual ways of dealing with such difficulties - we all can revert to old habits in times of trouble. I am available to do both short- and long-term work according to need.

Lisa Berry
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I have 7 years' experience in counselling
adults
and young people, in various settings that have included educational, third sector and private practice. I have worked with Employee Assistance Programmes for the last 4+ years, offering counselling and helpline support to employees of various organisations, including the Police and NHS. I previously worked for a charity supporting adult survivors of historical abuse, for which I underwent additional training. I have supported people experiencing various issues including depression, anxiety, self-harm, trauma, relationship issues, stress, bereavement, and work-related issues.
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Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
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