Trauma Focused Counselling in Manchester
I like working with individuals and couples – on issues and worries ranging from anxiety, stress, and depression to all types of trauma. Of particular interest is working with people experiencing existential angst or simply feeling "stuck" in one way or another. I like to help people to get "un-stuck" and to take steps towards living their lives in more fulfilling ways, and having healthier, more rewarding relationships.
I like working with individuals and couples – on issues and worries ranging from anxiety, stress, and depression to all types of trauma. Of particular interest is working with people experiencing existential angst or simply feeling "stuck" in one way or another. I like to help people to get "un-stuck" and to take steps towards living their lives in more fulfilling ways, and having healthier, more rewarding relationships.
Welcome, I’m Joy (she/they). I’m a qualified psychotherapist working with individuals and couples online. With particular experience in LGBTQIA+, Neurodivergence & the Performing Arts, I offer a compassionate, sincere and confidential space for individuals and couples to work through their experiences. My practice is trauma-informed and neuro-affirming, which means I am comfortable working with trauma-based and neurodiverse frameworks. Mostly, though, I am interested in you, and supporting you with the courageous decision to get to know yourself better.
Welcome, I’m Joy (she/they). I’m a qualified psychotherapist working with individuals and couples online. With particular experience in LGBTQIA+, Neurodivergence & the Performing Arts, I offer a compassionate, sincere and confidential space for individuals and couples to work through their experiences. My practice is trauma-informed and neuro-affirming, which means I am comfortable working with trauma-based and neurodiverse frameworks. Mostly, though, I am interested in you, and supporting you with the courageous decision to get to know yourself better.
I offer a dedicated, online therapy space tailored for personalised, one-to-one sessions. At the heart of my approach is a focus on building a genuine therapeutic relationship through trust, empathy, and open dialogue. I specialise in helping men navigate challenges such as anxiety, OCD, PTSD, complex trauma, and self-esteem issues through evidence-based therapies like CBT and EMDR. What sets my practice apart is my ability to draw on my own experiences as a man and a father, using an informal style. I believe that authentic connection built from real insights can transform even the most challenging journeys into meaningful growth.
I offer a dedicated, online therapy space tailored for personalised, one-to-one sessions. At the heart of my approach is a focus on building a genuine therapeutic relationship through trust, empathy, and open dialogue. I specialise in helping men navigate challenges such as anxiety, OCD, PTSD, complex trauma, and self-esteem issues through evidence-based therapies like CBT and EMDR. What sets my practice apart is my ability to draw on my own experiences as a man and a father, using an informal style. I believe that authentic connection built from real insights can transform even the most challenging journeys into meaningful growth.
I am trauma focused, attachment focused and IFS informed.
Sometimes life experiences can become overwhelming and feel too much to cope with. This can lead to us to feeling worthless, vulnerable and isolated. Sometimes we need somebody who will listen to us without judgement to help us work through things to lead to a better understanding of ourselves and our experiences and sometimes just hold our hand whilst we sit in that darkness.
I am trauma focused, attachment focused and IFS informed.
Sometimes life experiences can become overwhelming and feel too much to cope with. This can lead to us to feeling worthless, vulnerable and isolated. Sometimes we need somebody who will listen to us without judgement to help us work through things to lead to a better understanding of ourselves and our experiences and sometimes just hold our hand whilst we sit in that darkness.
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.
I am a consultant clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in NHS adult mental health services. My remit is the full range of common and more complex mental health problems in adults over 18 years. This includes all the various forms of mood and interpersonal difficulties. So whether it is a sense for you of feeling hampered in living and / relating, or of reeling from experiences endured, or of an inchoate sense of feeling adrift that is hard to put into words or simply a desire to understand yourself more deeply, it may be worth committing to a space where you can think freely about yourself and the life you want.
I am a consultant clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in NHS adult mental health services. My remit is the full range of common and more complex mental health problems in adults over 18 years. This includes all the various forms of mood and interpersonal difficulties. So whether it is a sense for you of feeling hampered in living and / relating, or of reeling from experiences endured, or of an inchoate sense of feeling adrift that is hard to put into words or simply a desire to understand yourself more deeply, it may be worth committing to a space where you can think freely about yourself and the life you want.
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 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.
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.
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.
Welcome to counselling with Fawn. I work with clients who are living with the impacts of trauma, suffering with anxiety, feeling unable to cope with everyday life and many more listed below. I am dedicated to a compassionate approach to healing, providing a safe, non-judgemental space to explore your feelings. Reaching out can feel daunting and takes courage, I am here to support you. I will guide you towards living a more fulfilling life, building resilience and empowering you to take control of your feelings and behaviour. This takes place by safely exploring, discovering and understanding your innermost thoughts and feelings.
Welcome to counselling with Fawn. I work with clients who are living with the impacts of trauma, suffering with anxiety, feeling unable to cope with everyday life and many more listed below. I am dedicated to a compassionate approach to healing, providing a safe, non-judgemental space to explore your feelings. Reaching out can feel daunting and takes courage, I am here to support you. I will guide you towards living a more fulfilling life, building resilience and empowering you to take control of your feelings and behaviour. This takes place by safely exploring, discovering and understanding your innermost thoughts and feelings.
Some of my clients feel stuck, overwhelmed by emotions, unresolved past experiences, or uncertainty about their direction. They may struggle with anxiety, stress, low mood, or relationship challenges, or be navigating identity, childhood trauma, or gender and sexuality issues. They seek a safe, supportive space to explore patterns influencing their thoughts and behaviors, gain insight, and develop coping tools. Their goals include fostering self-awareness, building resilience, and creating lasting change to move forward with confidence and purpose, supported by a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
Some of my clients feel stuck, overwhelmed by emotions, unresolved past experiences, or uncertainty about their direction. They may struggle with anxiety, stress, low mood, or relationship challenges, or be navigating identity, childhood trauma, or gender and sexuality issues. They seek a safe, supportive space to explore patterns influencing their thoughts and behaviors, gain insight, and develop coping tools. Their goals include fostering self-awareness, building resilience, and creating lasting change to move forward with confidence and purpose, supported by a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
If you are struggling to deal with issues affecting your sense of well being, worrying about it more than you think is healthy and looking for someone to help you, I'm a counsellor who can assist you to find a way out. I have a background in relational therapy with a lived experience of trauma, depression/anxiety and can offer a unique and friendly service that is rooted in understanding and listening.
I am currently training in Eco-Therapy, working in/with nature to effect positive change and can offer this service if requested.
If you are struggling to deal with issues affecting your sense of well being, worrying about it more than you think is healthy and looking for someone to help you, I'm a counsellor who can assist you to find a way out. I have a background in relational therapy with a lived experience of trauma, depression/anxiety and can offer a unique and friendly service that is rooted in understanding and listening.
I am currently training in Eco-Therapy, working in/with nature to effect positive change and can offer this service if requested.
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.
I am a Clinical Psychotherapist and have been accredited by the UKCP since 2012. I am a member of the EMDR Association.
My core approach is Transactional analysis integrated with person centred therapy, CBT and Gestalt therapy. I am an EMDR practitioner and find this approach very useful in working with clients who have experienced trauma.
I have worked in mental health for over 20 years, within a diverse range of settings, such as NHS primary care, the prison service, eating disorders services and have worked solely with survivors of sexual violence for more than 10 years.
I am a Clinical Psychotherapist and have been accredited by the UKCP since 2012. I am a member of the EMDR Association.
My core approach is Transactional analysis integrated with person centred therapy, CBT and Gestalt therapy. I am an EMDR practitioner and find this approach very useful in working with clients who have experienced trauma.
I have worked in mental health for over 20 years, within a diverse range of settings, such as NHS primary care, the prison service, eating disorders services and have worked solely with survivors of sexual violence for more than 10 years.
Hi, I'm Michelle, a children's CBT & EMDR therapist. I specialise in working with children between the ages of 5 & 18 suffering with PTSD & trauma/distress. I also work with adults. I treat various forms of anxiety (social, health, school, separation, worry, phobias, panic, perfectionism) and depression, self-esteem & OCD. I help with emotions: sadness, anger, guilt & fear. Symptoms of self harm & suicidal thoughts. If you or your child is struggling with: school/work, friendships, nightmares, flashbacks, intrusive thoughts then I am able to help. I've many years experience helping children & adults get their happiness back!
Hi, I'm Michelle, a children's CBT & EMDR therapist. I specialise in working with children between the ages of 5 & 18 suffering with PTSD & trauma/distress. I also work with adults. I treat various forms of anxiety (social, health, school, separation, worry, phobias, panic, perfectionism) and depression, self-esteem & OCD. I help with emotions: sadness, anger, guilt & fear. Symptoms of self harm & suicidal thoughts. If you or your child is struggling with: school/work, friendships, nightmares, flashbacks, intrusive thoughts then I am able to help. I've many years experience helping children & adults get their happiness back!
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.
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.
If you're struggling right now, you truly can be helped. Anxiety and depression are extremely common and in a world of pressure many of us are suffering in ways that don't fit a label and often others can't see. You deserve better than that and I built my practice to ensure hope and help is available to anyone.
If you're struggling right now, you truly can be helped. Anxiety and depression are extremely common and in a world of pressure many of us are suffering in ways that don't fit a label and often others can't see. You deserve better than that and I built my practice to ensure hope and help is available to anyone.
Hi, I’m Craig. I am an integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist, with experience of using Yoga for anxiety and depression, based in Manchester. I care about helping people navigate those sticky and uncomfortable moments in life. For most of my adult life, I’ve felt a pull towards the helping professions. This pull led me to the realms of counselling, psychotherapy and yoga. I’ve found the tools and skills from these realms transformative in my own development and growth, and in others. I take an integrative approach, bringing concepts, skills and techniques from the psychotherapeutic, yogic and spiritual spheres.
Hi, I’m Craig. I am an integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist, with experience of using Yoga for anxiety and depression, based in Manchester. I care about helping people navigate those sticky and uncomfortable moments in life. For most of my adult life, I’ve felt a pull towards the helping professions. This pull led me to the realms of counselling, psychotherapy and yoga. I’ve found the tools and skills from these realms transformative in my own development and growth, and in others. I take an integrative approach, bringing concepts, skills and techniques from the psychotherapeutic, yogic and spiritual spheres.
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!
Do you ever feel like life has become too heavy to carry on your own? Maybe anxiety keeps you on edge, low mood drains your energy, or past experiences still affect your present. You may have tried coping alone, but deep down you know you want more than just surviving — you want to feel understood, supported, and genuinely heard. My role is to offer a safe, compassionate space where you don’t have to hide any part of yourself. Together, we’ll uncover your strengths, heal what’s been holding you back, and move towards a calmer, more hopeful future that feels right for you.
Do you ever feel like life has become too heavy to carry on your own? Maybe anxiety keeps you on edge, low mood drains your energy, or past experiences still affect your present. You may have tried coping alone, but deep down you know you want more than just surviving — you want to feel understood, supported, and genuinely heard. My role is to offer a safe, compassionate space where you don’t have to hide any part of yourself. Together, we’ll uncover your strengths, heal what’s been holding you back, and move towards a calmer, more hopeful future that feels right for you.
Deciding to come to therapy, and choosing a therapist, is an incredibly big decision. Over the years, I have found that a lot of my clients have not always had the best experience with practitioners, and this can cause significant anxiety when deciding to access therapy again. Whether you are coming to therapy for the first time, or you have had therapy before, I respect the care and time that is needed to find the right person for you. It is important for you to feel safe and valued for you to explore what is happening in your life. Please don't hesitate to get in touch if you want to learn a little more about me and my approach.
Deciding to come to therapy, and choosing a therapist, is an incredibly big decision. Over the years, I have found that a lot of my clients have not always had the best experience with practitioners, and this can cause significant anxiety when deciding to access therapy again. Whether you are coming to therapy for the first time, or you have had therapy before, I respect the care and time that is needed to find the right person for you. It is important for you to feel safe and valued for you to explore what is happening in your life. Please don't hesitate to get in touch if you want to learn a little more about me and my approach.
See more therapy options for Manchester
Nearby Trauma Focused Counsellors Searches for Manchester
- Altrincham
- Cheadle
- Cheadle Hulme
- Hale Barns
- Prestwich
- Sale
- Salford
- Stockport
- Stretford
- Timperley
- Whitefield
- Worsley