Emotionally Focused Counselling in Manchester
I am a psychologist and certified psychotherapist ECP, registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP). I completed my undergraduate and postgraduate studies in Psychology at the University of Strasbourg and I specialised in Systemic Psychotherapy at the Laboratory for the Study of Human Relations in Greece. Since 2010, I have been working privately and also collaborating with various public and private organisations, offering individual, couples and group counselling and psychotherapy as well as parenting counselling. I currently work online and I offer sessions in Greek, French and English.
I am a psychologist and certified psychotherapist ECP, registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP). I completed my undergraduate and postgraduate studies in Psychology at the University of Strasbourg and I specialised in Systemic Psychotherapy at the Laboratory for the Study of Human Relations in Greece. Since 2010, I have been working privately and also collaborating with various public and private organisations, offering individual, couples and group counselling and psychotherapy as well as parenting counselling. I currently work online and I offer sessions in Greek, French and English.
Have you ever promised yourself that things would be different this time, only to find yourself stuck in the same cycle? It's common - wanting to improve a relationship but losing your temper despite your best efforts, or hoping to express your feelings but freezing when the moment comes.
Therapy could help. You don’t need to explain it perfectly, just somewhere to start. I’m a person-centred therapist offering a collaborative space, led by empathy and honesty. People often come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck or emotionally exhausted. In time, life will feel a little easier to face, and you’ll start to recognise yourself again.
Have you ever promised yourself that things would be different this time, only to find yourself stuck in the same cycle? It's common - wanting to improve a relationship but losing your temper despite your best efforts, or hoping to express your feelings but freezing when the moment comes.
Therapy could help. You don’t need to explain it perfectly, just somewhere to start. I’m a person-centred therapist offering a collaborative space, led by empathy and honesty. People often come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck or emotionally exhausted. In time, life will feel a little easier to face, and you’ll start to recognise yourself again.
I use a mixture of models to work with couples, parents and families, particularly emotionally focused therapy techniques ( EFT) with couples and non-violent resistance (NVR), which is a brilliant approach to reducing conflict and aggression in families.
I'm Gemma. I'm a clinical psychologist with a passion for working with adults, children and families as well as wider systems around people. I work with couples, and parents who are struggling with the behaviour of their children, particularly aggression or other risky behaviours. I also work with couples who are experiencing significant levels of conflict and harmful or abusive behaviour. Sometimes, my work is with parents who have separated and are trying to work out how to reduce the impact of this separation on their children, or repair or reconstruct relationships that have become strained or distant.
I use a mixture of models to work with couples, parents and families, particularly emotionally focused therapy techniques ( EFT) with couples and non-violent resistance (NVR), which is a brilliant approach to reducing conflict and aggression in families.
I'm Gemma. I'm a clinical psychologist with a passion for working with adults, children and families as well as wider systems around people. I work with couples, and parents who are struggling with the behaviour of their children, particularly aggression or other risky behaviours. I also work with couples who are experiencing significant levels of conflict and harmful or abusive behaviour. Sometimes, my work is with parents who have separated and are trying to work out how to reduce the impact of this separation on their children, or repair or reconstruct relationships that have become strained or distant.
I am an experienced psychotherapist and have been in full-time private practice in Manchester since 2002. I use a flexible integrative approach and offer both long-term psychotherapy and counselling, as well as short-term therapies. I integrate psychotherapy with CBT, EMDR, Somatic Therapies, IFS, Focusing, DBT Skills, DBR, NLP and life coaching. I have experience of working with a wide range of issues including anxiety, PTSD, Complex PTSD, bereavement, BPD, depression, stress, abuse, generalised anxiety, OCD, public speaking, low self-esteem, relationship issues, shame, IBS and pain management. I am BACP and UKCP registered.
I am an experienced psychotherapist and have been in full-time private practice in Manchester since 2002. I use a flexible integrative approach and offer both long-term psychotherapy and counselling, as well as short-term therapies. I integrate psychotherapy with CBT, EMDR, Somatic Therapies, IFS, Focusing, DBT Skills, DBR, NLP and life coaching. I have experience of working with a wide range of issues including anxiety, PTSD, Complex PTSD, bereavement, BPD, depression, stress, abuse, generalised anxiety, OCD, public speaking, low self-esteem, relationship issues, shame, IBS and pain management. I am BACP and UKCP registered.
You’re the one everyone calls. The reliable one, great in a crisis, with the snacks in your bag and a plan for every eventuality. Meanwhile, if someone asked what you need, you might look like a deer in headlights.
I work with thoughtful, capable women who feel overwhelmed, stuck in the same relationship patterns, or a little disconnected from themselves. In our sessions, we’ll get curious about where those patterns began and what might shift if some of that care turned back towards you. It’s serious work, and I promise there'll be lots of laughs along the way.
You’re the one everyone calls. The reliable one, great in a crisis, with the snacks in your bag and a plan for every eventuality. Meanwhile, if someone asked what you need, you might look like a deer in headlights.
I work with thoughtful, capable women who feel overwhelmed, stuck in the same relationship patterns, or a little disconnected from themselves. In our sessions, we’ll get curious about where those patterns began and what might shift if some of that care turned back towards you. It’s serious work, and I promise there'll be lots of laughs along the way.
I am a queer, non binary therapist. I offer both individual and relationship therapy. My practice is informed by intersectional and inclusive feminism and anti-oppressive practices. I encourage enquiries from all LGBTQ+ folks, transgender and gender non-conforming people, people in non-monogamous or unconventional relationships, sex workers, and other marginalised groups. I offer relationship therapy for couples or people in polyamorous or open relationships. I focus on understanding the cycle of conflict people in relationships might find themselves in, and we work to understand that the cycle is the issue, not each other.
I am a queer, non binary therapist. I offer both individual and relationship therapy. My practice is informed by intersectional and inclusive feminism and anti-oppressive practices. I encourage enquiries from all LGBTQ+ folks, transgender and gender non-conforming people, people in non-monogamous or unconventional relationships, sex workers, and other marginalised groups. I offer relationship therapy for couples or people in polyamorous or open relationships. I focus on understanding the cycle of conflict people in relationships might find themselves in, and we work to understand that the cycle is the issue, not each other.
Hi, I am an Integrative therapist with 26 years of experience working with young people and adults. I am based in South Manchester and offer F2F or online therapy. There are times when we need some space to talk about and process what we are feeling and explore life issues. I believe the first step to therapy can be the most difficult yet courageous.
Being a humanistic therapist I focus on building a good therapeutic relationship with you by creating a space of empathy, congruence and openness, whilst working with you to cultivate self-compassion and guiding you t make conscious choices as a way to be more true to yourself.
Hi, I am an Integrative therapist with 26 years of experience working with young people and adults. I am based in South Manchester and offer F2F or online therapy. There are times when we need some space to talk about and process what we are feeling and explore life issues. I believe the first step to therapy can be the most difficult yet courageous.
Being a humanistic therapist I focus on building a good therapeutic relationship with you by creating a space of empathy, congruence and openness, whilst working with you to cultivate self-compassion and guiding you t make conscious choices as a way to be more true to yourself.
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.
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.
Welcome. I’m a warm and compassionate Senior Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals, families, and groups. I also work in secondary care mental health services with people experiencing difficulties such as shame, self-criticism, dissociation, and relational challenges. I hold a non-pathologising view of distress and draw on a range of models to support meaningful change. I offer individual and group supervision to therapists and lead Internal Family Systems (IFS) practice groups.
Welcome. I’m a warm and compassionate Senior Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals, families, and groups. I also work in secondary care mental health services with people experiencing difficulties such as shame, self-criticism, dissociation, and relational challenges. I hold a non-pathologising view of distress and draw on a range of models to support meaningful change. I offer individual and group supervision to therapists and lead Internal Family Systems (IFS) practice groups.
Self-criticism can feel like it’s on a painful, repeating loop. You might find you are telling yourself that you are not good enough, or boring, ugly or fat. Far from motivating you, it’s my belief that punishing yourself in this way actually limits your choices and actions and keeps you stuck. Quite simply, talking to yourself in a mean way doesn’t get you anywhere. Talking to another person, and opening up about this habit can really help.
Self-criticism can feel like it’s on a painful, repeating loop. You might find you are telling yourself that you are not good enough, or boring, ugly or fat. Far from motivating you, it’s my belief that punishing yourself in this way actually limits your choices and actions and keeps you stuck. Quite simply, talking to yourself in a mean way doesn’t get you anywhere. Talking to another person, and opening up about this habit can really help.
Hey, I’m Kazzy. I work primarily with women and those in the queer community, many of whom are also autistic, have ADHD or are living with the impact of trauma. People often come to therapy because something no longer feels manageable. It may be that you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, anxious or disconnected from yourself. You may find yourself caught in painful patterns of shame, self-criticism, people-pleasing or difficult relationships, without really understanding why. Without an explanation, many of us begin to feel as though there is something inherently wrong with us.
Hey, I’m Kazzy. I work primarily with women and those in the queer community, many of whom are also autistic, have ADHD or are living with the impact of trauma. People often come to therapy because something no longer feels manageable. It may be that you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, anxious or disconnected from yourself. You may find yourself caught in painful patterns of shame, self-criticism, people-pleasing or difficult relationships, without really understanding why. Without an explanation, many of us begin to feel as though there is something inherently wrong with us.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, grief, trauma, emotional overwhelm, relationship difficulties, complex relationships with food, neurodivergence and experiences of marginalisation. Many clients come to therapy feeling stuck, disconnected from themselves, or exhausted by ways of coping that no longer work. I offer a warm, reflective and collaborative space to explore difficult experiences, better understand yourself, and begin making sense of patterns, emotions and relationships.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, grief, trauma, emotional overwhelm, relationship difficulties, complex relationships with food, neurodivergence and experiences of marginalisation. Many clients come to therapy feeling stuck, disconnected from themselves, or exhausted by ways of coping that no longer work. I offer a warm, reflective and collaborative space to explore difficult experiences, better understand yourself, and begin making sense of patterns, emotions and relationships.
Are you feeling upset and low ! Are you sick of unwanted thoughts messing up your day or struggling with anxiety and needing some support. I work collaboratively and support clients each step of the way, I work on individual needs tailoring my interventions to each problem. I work with a wide range of clients with various disorders working innovatively and creatively. I guide many clients to recovery by using a range of tailored CBT techniques. Together, we identify unhelpful thought patterns, develop healthy coping strategies and work through trauma in a safe and constructive way helping you to feel grounded.
Are you feeling upset and low ! Are you sick of unwanted thoughts messing up your day or struggling with anxiety and needing some support. I work collaboratively and support clients each step of the way, I work on individual needs tailoring my interventions to each problem. I work with a wide range of clients with various disorders working innovatively and creatively. I guide many clients to recovery by using a range of tailored CBT techniques. Together, we identify unhelpful thought patterns, develop healthy coping strategies and work through trauma in a safe and constructive way helping you to feel grounded.
Life can feel overwhelming, and challenges like anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, or life transitions can leave you feeling stuck and unsure where to turn. I provide a safe, supportive space to explore your concerns, uncover clarity, and build the life you want. Using Person-Centred, Behavioral, Humanistic, and Psychodynamic therapies, I tailor sessions to your unique needs, whether in-person, online, or by phone. Together, we’ll build resilience, develop effective tools for change, and empower you to take control of your journey toward balance and fulfillment.
Life can feel overwhelming, and challenges like anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, or life transitions can leave you feeling stuck and unsure where to turn. I provide a safe, supportive space to explore your concerns, uncover clarity, and build the life you want. Using Person-Centred, Behavioral, Humanistic, and Psychodynamic therapies, I tailor sessions to your unique needs, whether in-person, online, or by phone. Together, we’ll build resilience, develop effective tools for change, and empower you to take control of your journey toward balance and fulfillment.
I sometimes integrate tools from CBT, mindfulness, EFT (tapping) and guided visualisation into our work together.
You might look like you're coping, but deep down feel anxious and depressed. Stress may be affecting your sleep and overall wellbeing. Perhaps you've become used to putting yourself last, hiding how you really feel, or masking parts of yourself to fit in.
Relationships can suffer when you feel unseen, disconnected or lonely.
As an experienced couples and individual therapist, I offer a warm, supportive space to explore what's happening in your life. Our work together allows you to feel heard and accepted, not judged.
I sometimes integrate tools from CBT, mindfulness, EFT (tapping) and guided visualisation into our work together.
You might look like you're coping, but deep down feel anxious and depressed. Stress may be affecting your sleep and overall wellbeing. Perhaps you've become used to putting yourself last, hiding how you really feel, or masking parts of yourself to fit in.
Relationships can suffer when you feel unseen, disconnected or lonely.
As an experienced couples and individual therapist, I offer a warm, supportive space to explore what's happening in your life. Our work together allows you to feel heard and accepted, not judged.
Hello,
My name is Karen.
I am a person centred counsellor and work in an experiential way with feelings and emotions. I have found working in this way helps the facilitation to get into the depth of how you are feeling, what you are experiencing and what the root cause may be. This can help support the understanding of your feelings and how you experience them and how you move forward.
Hello,
My name is Karen.
I am a person centred counsellor and work in an experiential way with feelings and emotions. I have found working in this way helps the facilitation to get into the depth of how you are feeling, what you are experiencing and what the root cause may be. This can help support the understanding of your feelings and how you experience them and how you move forward.
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.
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.
Do you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to make sense of your thoughts and emotions? You might be struggling with anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem, overthinking, panic attacks, or a difficult life transition. Many people I support through online counselling in the UK feel they are “just coping” on the outside while struggling underneath.
Therapy can feel like piecing together a jigsaw—making sense of patterns, gaining insight, and understanding yourself more deeply. I offer a warm, confidential, and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly, feel heard, and begin to gently make sense of what’s going on for you.
Do you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to make sense of your thoughts and emotions? You might be struggling with anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem, overthinking, panic attacks, or a difficult life transition. Many people I support through online counselling in the UK feel they are “just coping” on the outside while struggling underneath.
Therapy can feel like piecing together a jigsaw—making sense of patterns, gaining insight, and understanding yourself more deeply. I offer a warm, confidential, and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly, feel heard, and begin to gently make sense of what’s going on for you.
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, people pleasing, or stuck in a place that leads you to being frustrated or anxious in your life? Maybe it is starting to impact on those closest to you and you are now looking for a different experience. As a fully qualified and highly experienced therapist, I work one-to-one with adults on a whole range of different presenting issues that can include anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship issues, and unhelpful patterns of behaviour. People access therapy when they find that they are stuck not knowing what to do next, or how to get out of repetitive and destructive situations. I can help.
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, people pleasing, or stuck in a place that leads you to being frustrated or anxious in your life? Maybe it is starting to impact on those closest to you and you are now looking for a different experience. As a fully qualified and highly experienced therapist, I work one-to-one with adults on a whole range of different presenting issues that can include anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship issues, and unhelpful patterns of behaviour. People access therapy when they find that they are stuck not knowing what to do next, or how to get out of repetitive and destructive situations. I can help.
As a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist with 15 years in the NHS and private practice, I help people of all ages find their way forward when they feel stuck.
I specialise in supporting people with:
• Anxiety and panic
• Depression and low mood
• Self-esteem and confidence
• Trauma (including PTSD)
• Relationship and family difficulties.
Whether you're facing a sudden situation that has left you feeling lost, or you've been struggling with persistent difficulties and are finally ready to seek help, I provide a warm, collaborative space to understand what's happening and develop practical strategies for lasting change.
As a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist with 15 years in the NHS and private practice, I help people of all ages find their way forward when they feel stuck.
I specialise in supporting people with:
• Anxiety and panic
• Depression and low mood
• Self-esteem and confidence
• Trauma (including PTSD)
• Relationship and family difficulties.
Whether you're facing a sudden situation that has left you feeling lost, or you've been struggling with persistent difficulties and are finally ready to seek help, I provide a warm, collaborative space to understand what's happening and develop practical strategies for lasting change.
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Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.