Intervention Counselling in Manchester

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Dr Sobia Khan
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP
A warm welcome to my profile. I have been in the field of emotional health for over 20 years & have contributed, either through counselling or research, to many people making a positive change in their life. You may be feeling stressed or 'not good enough' in life. Or wanting to make a big life decision or small manageable changes. I use various solution-focussed interventions. Some of my areas of interest are Personal Development & Growth & Change, using a solution-focussed toolkit, Imposter syndrome, Self-esteem & Confidence issues. Through my coaching & counselling skills, I can assist you in this journey of achieving your goal.
A warm welcome to my profile. I have been in the field of emotional health for over 20 years & have contributed, either through counselling or research, to many people making a positive change in their life. You may be feeling stressed or 'not good enough' in life. Or wanting to make a big life decision or small manageable changes. I use various solution-focussed interventions. Some of my areas of interest are Personal Development & Growth & Change, using a solution-focussed toolkit, Imposter syndrome, Self-esteem & Confidence issues. Through my coaching & counselling skills, I can assist you in this journey of achieving your goal.
0161 524 1876 View 0161 524 1876
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Aleksandra Bukowiec
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Hi, I’m Aleks, a BACP-registered Integrative Counsellor. Life can feel heavy at times, and it’s okay to not have all the answers. I offer a warm, gentle space where you can simply be—no pressure, no judgment. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, lost, or carrying something heavy, you don’t have to face it alone. I’ll walk alongside you with care and compassion, as we gently explore what’s going on beneath the surface. I tailor therapy to fit you—your story, your needs, your pace.
Hi, I’m Aleks, a BACP-registered Integrative Counsellor. Life can feel heavy at times, and it’s okay to not have all the answers. I offer a warm, gentle space where you can simply be—no pressure, no judgment. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, lost, or carrying something heavy, you don’t have to face it alone. I’ll walk alongside you with care and compassion, as we gently explore what’s going on beneath the surface. I tailor therapy to fit you—your story, your needs, your pace.
01942 946128 View 01942 946128
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Kingsley Ogun
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Online Only
Are you struggling with trauma, low self esteem, depression, self sabotaging behaviours, relationships, obsessions ,anxiety, or major life events? There comes a time when these issues get on top of us , we feel stuck and need to make a change!. I am a Registered and fully accredited BABCP Psychotherapist and Core Mental Health Professional (NMC Registered) and I’d love to help you on your journey towards change and self-discovery. My goals are to help you understand yourself, life experience and your trauma on a deeper level then to help brake unhelpful cycles/ patterns of thoughts and behaviours creating a positive change.
Are you struggling with trauma, low self esteem, depression, self sabotaging behaviours, relationships, obsessions ,anxiety, or major life events? There comes a time when these issues get on top of us , we feel stuck and need to make a change!. I am a Registered and fully accredited BABCP Psychotherapist and Core Mental Health Professional (NMC Registered) and I’d love to help you on your journey towards change and self-discovery. My goals are to help you understand yourself, life experience and your trauma on a deeper level then to help brake unhelpful cycles/ patterns of thoughts and behaviours creating a positive change.
01707 954052 View 01707 954052
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Paula Reid Therapy Services
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
3 Endorsed
Do your suffer with anxiety?, then I am able to help with this. Have you engaged in therapy before and nothing seems to work, then I can help you understand why. Do you struggle to regulate your emotions? and you do not understand why, then therapy can help you explore why you have unhelpful patterns of behaviour. This may relate to early life experiences of unmet childhood need and or possible trauma. Are you in a difficult relationship? and you don't understand the reasons why, I am here to hep you navigate this lack of understanding.
Do your suffer with anxiety?, then I am able to help with this. Have you engaged in therapy before and nothing seems to work, then I can help you understand why. Do you struggle to regulate your emotions? and you do not understand why, then therapy can help you explore why you have unhelpful patterns of behaviour. This may relate to early life experiences of unmet childhood need and or possible trauma. Are you in a difficult relationship? and you don't understand the reasons why, I am here to hep you navigate this lack of understanding.
0161 524 1327 View 0161 524 1327
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Richard Hall
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
I am a Counsellor and Psychotherapist offering both online and in person sessions. You may be struggling with a specific issue or pattern of behaviour and know already what you would like to talk about. Alternatively, you may simply be feeling down and low and need support with processing your feelings and emotions. Counselling may be able to offer a fresh perspective, or support you to make changes needed to get you to a better place. I work with people from all backgrounds, in a range of areas. I  have worked closely with male issues and have experience working with gender diversity and LGBT+ issues.
I am a Counsellor and Psychotherapist offering both online and in person sessions. You may be struggling with a specific issue or pattern of behaviour and know already what you would like to talk about. Alternatively, you may simply be feeling down and low and need support with processing your feelings and emotions. Counselling may be able to offer a fresh perspective, or support you to make changes needed to get you to a better place. I work with people from all backgrounds, in a range of areas. I  have worked closely with male issues and have experience working with gender diversity and LGBT+ issues.
0161 524 5158 View 0161 524 5158
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Calvin Lui
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I help people create healthy relationships. Are you struggling in relationships? If the answer is yes, then you are not alone. I help people navigate through difficult relationships, discover communication and attachment style.
I help people create healthy relationships. Are you struggling in relationships? If the answer is yes, then you are not alone. I help people navigate through difficult relationships, discover communication and attachment style.
01254 963629 View 01254 963629
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Dr Rebecca Dale
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
It can be overwhelming finding the right therapist and therapeutic approach for you. I aim to make the process of therapy clear and comprehensible, starting with building a shared understanding (formulation) of your difficulties and setting goals. Over the last 14 years I have worked across the NHS and independent practice, supporting adults and young people with mood difficulties (including anxiety and depression), adjustment to physical health conditions, and eating disorders. My clinical experience and training, together with your self-knowledge, is our starting point for therapeutic work.
It can be overwhelming finding the right therapist and therapeutic approach for you. I aim to make the process of therapy clear and comprehensible, starting with building a shared understanding (formulation) of your difficulties and setting goals. Over the last 14 years I have worked across the NHS and independent practice, supporting adults and young people with mood difficulties (including anxiety and depression), adjustment to physical health conditions, and eating disorders. My clinical experience and training, together with your self-knowledge, is our starting point for therapeutic work.
0161 524 9497 View 0161 524 9497
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Janet Fengeros
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Waitlist for new clients
You may be experiencing depression, anxiety, or feeling confused that life, and relationships aren't turning out how you expected. We all find ourselves repeating unhelpful or painful patterns of behaviour sometimes, and feel unable to change them. In therapy these patterns are uncovered and you can learn how to change them to be a new, healthier and happier you, to enjoy a fuller life and healthier relationships. If you have not had therapy before give it a try. Everyone can benefit from therapy and improve their quality of life so don't hesitate to take the first step
You may be experiencing depression, anxiety, or feeling confused that life, and relationships aren't turning out how you expected. We all find ourselves repeating unhelpful or painful patterns of behaviour sometimes, and feel unable to change them. In therapy these patterns are uncovered and you can learn how to change them to be a new, healthier and happier you, to enjoy a fuller life and healthier relationships. If you have not had therapy before give it a try. Everyone can benefit from therapy and improve their quality of life so don't hesitate to take the first step
0161 694 6449 View 0161 694 6449
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Calming Minds Soothing Souls Therapies MBACP
Psychotherapist, PNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Therapy brings clarity, helping you make effective decisions and positive changes in thoughts, attitudes, and behaviours. It's not about advice giving but creating space to talk, explore, and reach your own realisations. The goal is to feel more equipped to make choices and move forward with confidence and wellbeing. Hypnotherapy & mindfulness can be introduced as a type of complementary therapy—hypnosis promotes focus and openness to positive change, while mindfulness helps keep you grounded in the present.
Therapy brings clarity, helping you make effective decisions and positive changes in thoughts, attitudes, and behaviours. It's not about advice giving but creating space to talk, explore, and reach your own realisations. The goal is to feel more equipped to make choices and move forward with confidence and wellbeing. Hypnotherapy & mindfulness can be introduced as a type of complementary therapy—hypnosis promotes focus and openness to positive change, while mindfulness helps keep you grounded in the present.
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Natalie Hewett
Verified Verified
Online Only
With many years experience working in mental health and chronic & invisible health conditions, I offer specialist support if you're living with complex challenges of fatigue, chronic pain, brain fog, low mood, anxiety, chronic stress, burnout or emotional overwhelm. I can support you build pathways to feel more anchored, more autonomous & more able to manage. This can mean many different things-maybe it's 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 or regulating challenging thoughts & emotions; maybe to find 'you' again.
With many years experience working in mental health and chronic & invisible health conditions, I offer specialist support if you're living with complex challenges of fatigue, chronic pain, brain fog, low mood, anxiety, chronic stress, burnout or emotional overwhelm. I can support you build pathways to feel more anchored, more autonomous & more able to manage. This can mean many different things-maybe it's 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 or regulating challenging thoughts & emotions; maybe to find 'you' again.
0161 636 3121 View 0161 636 3121
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Adela R. Moldovan Private Practice Clinic
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MBACP
My clinical experience encompasses many years working in a mental health setting and private practice dealing with a broad range of symptoms including, but not limited to, chronic trauma, loss or abuse, stress, anxiety, depression, marital difficulties, child-parent conflicts, self-harm, bi-polar disorder, addiction and border-line states – to name just some of the presenting issues.
My clinical experience encompasses many years working in a mental health setting and private practice dealing with a broad range of symptoms including, but not limited to, chronic trauma, loss or abuse, stress, anxiety, depression, marital difficulties, child-parent conflicts, self-harm, bi-polar disorder, addiction and border-line states – to name just some of the presenting issues.
01782 493877 View 01782 493877
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Mental-health4u
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hi, I’m Elle, I’m the lead therapist at Mental-Health4u. I’m a mental health and neurodivergent therapist with over 10 years of experience. I pride myself on being a warm and caring practitioner who is never afraid to go the extra mile. I can provide support with different mental health concerns including: anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, low mood, difficulties with emotional regulation and self harm. The only thing I would require is a motivation from you to work on your mental health.
Hi, I’m Elle, I’m the lead therapist at Mental-Health4u. I’m a mental health and neurodivergent therapist with over 10 years of experience. I pride myself on being a warm and caring practitioner who is never afraid to go the extra mile. I can provide support with different mental health concerns including: anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, low mood, difficulties with emotional regulation and self harm. The only thing I would require is a motivation from you to work on your mental health.
01942 559703 View 01942 559703
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Dr Hoyin Chan
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or burdened by life’s challenges? Perhaps you’re facing a long-term or life-changing physical health condition, dealing with trauma from a past event, or finding it hard to break free from patterns that hold you back. Whatever brought you here, taking the first step towards therapy is a courageous and empowering choice. I’m here to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences at your own pace. Together, we can work towards gaining meaningful insight into your difficulties, promoting personal growth, and moving forward with confidence.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or burdened by life’s challenges? Perhaps you’re facing a long-term or life-changing physical health condition, dealing with trauma from a past event, or finding it hard to break free from patterns that hold you back. Whatever brought you here, taking the first step towards therapy is a courageous and empowering choice. I’m here to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences at your own pace. Together, we can work towards gaining meaningful insight into your difficulties, promoting personal growth, and moving forward with confidence.
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Genevieve Collister Brown
Psychotherapist, COSRT General
I'm a sex and relationship therapist with over 5 years experience in empowering people through sex education. I work with a wide range of issues including understanding your gender, sexuality and identities (inc. LGBTQIA+), finding the right relationship style for you (non-monogamy, monogamy, polyamory etc), negotiating safer BDSM and kink practices, exploring consent, issues with sexual functioning (genital pain, erection issues, inability to orgasm etc), navigating relationship conflicts and improving sexual intimacy. I also work with people who have experienced sexual trauma and abuse and work in a trauma-informed way.
I'm a sex and relationship therapist with over 5 years experience in empowering people through sex education. I work with a wide range of issues including understanding your gender, sexuality and identities (inc. LGBTQIA+), finding the right relationship style for you (non-monogamy, monogamy, polyamory etc), negotiating safer BDSM and kink practices, exploring consent, issues with sexual functioning (genital pain, erection issues, inability to orgasm etc), navigating relationship conflicts and improving sexual intimacy. I also work with people who have experienced sexual trauma and abuse and work in a trauma-informed way.
0161 524 1594 View 0161 524 1594
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Tracy McCadden
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Life can sometimes feel unmanageable, we can feel low and isolated and unsure of who to turn to. When we feel stuck in certain situations and these begin impacting on our mood and our behaviour, we can often need the support of an outside source to help us look at our situation more clearly and to help us regain control. This is where an experienced counsellor can really help. "My therapist has been a great help, a good listener, and has given me an insight into who I really am....I'm sure I will be better for her sound counselling."
Life can sometimes feel unmanageable, we can feel low and isolated and unsure of who to turn to. When we feel stuck in certain situations and these begin impacting on our mood and our behaviour, we can often need the support of an outside source to help us look at our situation more clearly and to help us regain control. This is where an experienced counsellor can really help. "My therapist has been a great help, a good listener, and has given me an insight into who I really am....I'm sure I will be better for her sound counselling."
07831 202104 View 07831 202104
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Lucy Semple
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Lets be honest, finding the right counsellor can feel very daunting, especially with so many profiles to read so I'll try to keep it simple. I provide a confidential, non-judgmental, safe space where you can feel comfortable opening up about your inner most thoughts and feelings. We can explore things like your relationships, your history and childhood, bereavements, the impact of the pandemic on you or anything that you feel you need to gain clarity on or offload. The sessions are yours to use however you feel is needed and I will be there to support and encourage you on your journey. It's an hour to focus on you!
Lets be honest, finding the right counsellor can feel very daunting, especially with so many profiles to read so I'll try to keep it simple. I provide a confidential, non-judgmental, safe space where you can feel comfortable opening up about your inner most thoughts and feelings. We can explore things like your relationships, your history and childhood, bereavements, the impact of the pandemic on you or anything that you feel you need to gain clarity on or offload. The sessions are yours to use however you feel is needed and I will be there to support and encourage you on your journey. It's an hour to focus on you!
0161 524 8355 View 0161 524 8355
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Chloe Sykes
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
1 Endorsed
I am an HCPC-registered Art Psychotherapist based in Manchester. I provide a safe, non-judgemental space for clients who are finding life difficult to navigate, feeling exhausted, disconnected, stuck, overwhelmed or finding themselves not able to do the things they used to love to do. Rooted in a person-centred, integrative approach, I draw on attachment theory, guided drawing, and grounding skills. I believe art therapy is a powerful, evidence-based way to heal when talking therapies haven’t felt enough, supporting clients to create, connect, and heal from within. Art therapy can offer ways to turn the volume down on thoughts.
I am an HCPC-registered Art Psychotherapist based in Manchester. I provide a safe, non-judgemental space for clients who are finding life difficult to navigate, feeling exhausted, disconnected, stuck, overwhelmed or finding themselves not able to do the things they used to love to do. Rooted in a person-centred, integrative approach, I draw on attachment theory, guided drawing, and grounding skills. I believe art therapy is a powerful, evidence-based way to heal when talking therapies haven’t felt enough, supporting clients to create, connect, and heal from within. Art therapy can offer ways to turn the volume down on thoughts.
0161 524 4347 View 0161 524 4347
Photo of Anthea Carpenter-Procter, Counsellor, UKCP Trainee
Anthea Carpenter-Procter
Counsellor, UKCP Trainee
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.
01772 211950 View 01772 211950
Photo of Ifthakar Khaliq, Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Ifthakar Khaliq
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
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.
01204 939942 View 01204 939942
Photo of Adeola Iluyomade, Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Adeola Iluyomade
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
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.
0113 467 9309 View 0113 467 9309

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Intervention Counsellors
How does an intervention work?
An intervention is a planned, structured meeting in which a person’s family or friends voice concerns about the person’s behaviour and its consequences; the goal is for the person to accept treatment. In this meeting, the person’s loved ones (often with the guidance of a trained interventionist) share how the person’s behaviour has harmed them and the consequences if the person refuses treatment. They collectively ask the person to accept a proposed treatment plan.

How effective are interventions?
There isn’t extensive research on the efficacy of interventions, in part because success is difficult to measure. Individuals often enter addiction treatment after an intervention, for example, but treatment itself may not work, especially if the person only begins due to external pressure from others rather than due to internal motivation to change. However, if all other attempts at helping someone have failed, an intervention may be worth exploring.

What are the limitations of interventions?
While a friend or family member’s intentions are in the right place in wanting to help a loved one through an intervention, there are significant limitations to the approach. The surprising nature of the event can make the person feel ambushed or judged. They may feel embarrassed or ashamed as a result, and relationships may be strained or broken. This can make it difficult for the individual to be receptive to the concerns of their loved ones and the interventionist.

Are there alternatives to interventions?
Rather than confronting a loved one through an intervention, an effective and less pressured approach is to create space for a caring, open, one-on-one conversation. This works best if the loved one asks open-ended questions, listens attentively to the answers, and frames their observations and statements with concern rather than judgment. More than one conversation may be needed, but change can take root over time.