Counselling in Manchester
I am a dedicated and passionate sports performance mindset coach with extensive experience in both football and athletics. My journey in the realm of sports psychology has been marked by a profound commitment to helping athletes unlock their full potential by mastering the mental aspects of their performance. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with Premier league footballers and world class athletes. These experiences have helped equip me with a versatile skill set to address the diverse needs of athletes.
I am a dedicated and passionate sports performance mindset coach with extensive experience in both football and athletics. My journey in the realm of sports psychology has been marked by a profound commitment to helping athletes unlock their full potential by mastering the mental aspects of their performance. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with Premier league footballers and world class athletes. These experiences have helped equip me with a versatile skill set to address the diverse needs of athletes.
You may feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck, weighed down by past trauma or life’s challenges. You’re seeking relief and a way to manage stress, reconnect with motivation, and rediscover peace. I provide a compassionate space to explore the root of your struggles and offer evidence-based therapies, including Person-Centred Counselling, EMDR, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. Together, we’ll build coping skills, relaxation techniques, and strategies to help you feel empowered long after our sessions. Take the first step—relief and growth are possible.
You may feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck, weighed down by past trauma or life’s challenges. You’re seeking relief and a way to manage stress, reconnect with motivation, and rediscover peace. I provide a compassionate space to explore the root of your struggles and offer evidence-based therapies, including Person-Centred Counselling, EMDR, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. Together, we’ll build coping skills, relaxation techniques, and strategies to help you feel empowered long after our sessions. Take the first step—relief and growth are possible.
If you're tired of battling stress, overwhelm, anxiety or if you're frustrated because you can't seem to be as productive or confident as you want, or need, to be then hypnotherapy can work amazingly well for you. Your subconscious is in the driving seat and while it tries to help you feel safe and survive, it can also hinder you too. Often we aren't entirely aware, at a conscious level, why we're struggling or stuck in self-sabotaging behaviour patterns. Hypnotherapy is able to reach your subconscious and work with it to correct course, allowing you to achieve what you want.
If you're tired of battling stress, overwhelm, anxiety or if you're frustrated because you can't seem to be as productive or confident as you want, or need, to be then hypnotherapy can work amazingly well for you. Your subconscious is in the driving seat and while it tries to help you feel safe and survive, it can also hinder you too. Often we aren't entirely aware, at a conscious level, why we're struggling or stuck in self-sabotaging behaviour patterns. Hypnotherapy is able to reach your subconscious and work with it to correct course, allowing you to achieve what you want.
If you are going through a tough time in your life, a lot of emotions are coming up right now, and it all feels a little overwhelming - my heart goes out to you. The hardest step is often asking for help. I found that having a dedicated space to be heard, explore our inner world and past experiences in a compassionate space can bring so much healing. My intention is just that - to create a space for you where the masks can come off, and we can connect with the truth inside of you.
If you are going through a tough time in your life, a lot of emotions are coming up right now, and it all feels a little overwhelming - my heart goes out to you. The hardest step is often asking for help. I found that having a dedicated space to be heard, explore our inner world and past experiences in a compassionate space can bring so much healing. My intention is just that - to create a space for you where the masks can come off, and we can connect with the truth inside of you.
Calming Minds Soothing Souls Therapies MBACP
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Manchester M2
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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.
It is fair to say that most of us encounter challenging times when we may feel anxious, depressed, or stuck. Perhaps you have a specific concern, or have experienced a recent change in circumstances or a prolonged period of stress.
I believe that speaking with a trained counsellor, who is uninvolved in your situation and who will strive to understand your current difficulties from your perspective can help you process and navigate challenges and find new ways to cope or make decisions regarding what matters to you.
It is fair to say that most of us encounter challenging times when we may feel anxious, depressed, or stuck. Perhaps you have a specific concern, or have experienced a recent change in circumstances or a prolonged period of stress.
I believe that speaking with a trained counsellor, who is uninvolved in your situation and who will strive to understand your current difficulties from your perspective can help you process and navigate challenges and find new ways to cope or make decisions regarding what matters to you.
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!
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.
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.
I am a highly qualified and experienced consultant psychotherapist and supervisor with 20 years experience and recognised clinical expertise in the treatment and assessment of a wide range of mental health problems (including: depression, anxiety, personality disorders and psychosis), problematic behaviours and addictions. My guiding aim is to help each client to the point where they no longer require therapy or medication, and can cope skilfully and independently with life’s challenges, and understand how the past can impede our ability to cope with the present.
I am a highly qualified and experienced consultant psychotherapist and supervisor with 20 years experience and recognised clinical expertise in the treatment and assessment of a wide range of mental health problems (including: depression, anxiety, personality disorders and psychosis), problematic behaviours and addictions. My guiding aim is to help each client to the point where they no longer require therapy or medication, and can cope skilfully and independently with life’s challenges, and understand how the past can impede our ability to cope with the present.
Life is challenging and full of struggles. You may be feeling stuck or lost, out of control, low in mood, swamped by feelings of worry, guilt, shame or anger. Maybe you are finding it difficult to feel grounded in your life and connected to those around you. You could be experiencing a sense of emptiness that you can’t explain. You are not broken; you are simply responding the things that have happened to you. You are important and you deserve to feel peace and presence in your life.
Life is challenging and full of struggles. You may be feeling stuck or lost, out of control, low in mood, swamped by feelings of worry, guilt, shame or anger. Maybe you are finding it difficult to feel grounded in your life and connected to those around you. You could be experiencing a sense of emptiness that you can’t explain. You are not broken; you are simply responding the things that have happened to you. You are important and you deserve to feel peace and presence in your life.
I am a queer therapist, specialising in working with people within the LGBTQ+ community. I believe in working with people as individuals, in a way that works for them. I will work alongside you, to help you explore and navigate your issues, experiences, current situations and things that you may be struggling with. I have experience in supporting people, from a wide range of backgrounds and I create a non-judgmental and supportive environment, where you can be yourself and feel comfortable during our sessions.
I am a queer therapist, specialising in working with people within the LGBTQ+ community. I believe in working with people as individuals, in a way that works for them. I will work alongside you, to help you explore and navigate your issues, experiences, current situations and things that you may be struggling with. I have experience in supporting people, from a wide range of backgrounds and I create a non-judgmental and supportive environment, where you can be yourself and feel comfortable during our sessions.
I work with couples, adults and young people navigating anxiety, low mood, trauma, identity issues, cultural pressures, or disconnection from faith or self. I also work with couples wanting to reconnect and understand each other.
You may feel stuck or overwhelmed, unsure of who you are or where to begin. My integrative approach (Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, CBT) offers a calm, non-judgemental space to explore what’s beneath the surface.
I also offer hypnotherapy for deeper healing. You don’t need to have the answers, we’ll make sense of it together.
I work with couples, adults and young people navigating anxiety, low mood, trauma, identity issues, cultural pressures, or disconnection from faith or self. I also work with couples wanting to reconnect and understand each other.
You may feel stuck or overwhelmed, unsure of who you are or where to begin. My integrative approach (Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, CBT) offers a calm, non-judgemental space to explore what’s beneath the surface.
I also offer hypnotherapy for deeper healing. You don’t need to have the answers, we’ll make sense of it together.
I came to TA after a long time in therapy, which convinced me of the power of talking therapy to enable change. I wanted to learn about T.A as it fits with my values of equality. A core principal is that " I'm OK and You're OK" and I approach my practice in that way. Therapy can be hard work, but there is always the potential for growth, and happiness.
I came to TA after a long time in therapy, which convinced me of the power of talking therapy to enable change. I wanted to learn about T.A as it fits with my values of equality. A core principal is that " I'm OK and You're OK" and I approach my practice in that way. Therapy can be hard work, but there is always the potential for growth, and happiness.
I offer a supportive, neuroaffirming space where you can bring your whole self without fear of judgement. Every therapy journey is different, because every person is different. Some people know exactly what they want from therapy, while others aren’t sure where to start. Either scenario (and anywhere in between!) is okay.
In our sessions, you can openly reflect on your thoughts, feelings and experiences at a pace that feels comfortable for you. There’s no pressure to share anything before you are ready.
I offer a supportive, neuroaffirming space where you can bring your whole self without fear of judgement. Every therapy journey is different, because every person is different. Some people know exactly what they want from therapy, while others aren’t sure where to start. Either scenario (and anywhere in between!) is okay.
In our sessions, you can openly reflect on your thoughts, feelings and experiences at a pace that feels comfortable for you. There’s no pressure to share anything before you are ready.
There are many difficulties in life that can feel overwhelming at times. Life circumstances or internal struggles can leave us feeling as if we are not getting what we should out of life and we want to be able to move forward. In all circumstances I believe passionately in the power of therapy to help enact positive change. The tools and skills you could learn with me can enable you to feel that you can live the rest of your life free from what has been holding you back. We would do this together working at your pace and always being in partnership.
There are many difficulties in life that can feel overwhelming at times. Life circumstances or internal struggles can leave us feeling as if we are not getting what we should out of life and we want to be able to move forward. In all circumstances I believe passionately in the power of therapy to help enact positive change. The tools and skills you could learn with me can enable you to feel that you can live the rest of your life free from what has been holding you back. We would do this together working at your pace and always being in partnership.
Hey, thank you for exploring my page. If you're struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, and the complex balance of cultural expectations, whether from Western or other diverse backgrounds, I'm here to provide the support you need. My knowledge is dedicated to guiding individuals through the challenges of anxiety and self-discovery in our diverse world.
Hey, thank you for exploring my page. If you're struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, and the complex balance of cultural expectations, whether from Western or other diverse backgrounds, I'm here to provide the support you need. My knowledge is dedicated to guiding individuals through the challenges of anxiety and self-discovery in our diverse world.
I am an enthusiastic, compassionate Counsellor with experience working with adults and young people based in Urmston, Flixton and Carrington .
I'm passionate about creating a safe, supportive space and tailoring support to individual needs, having experienced adverse childhood experiences, I understand the importance of having the right help during difficult times.
I am an enthusiastic, compassionate Counsellor with experience working with adults and young people based in Urmston, Flixton and Carrington .
I'm passionate about creating a safe, supportive space and tailoring support to individual needs, having experienced adverse childhood experiences, I understand the importance of having the right help during difficult times.
I am a qualified psychotherapist, life coach, trainer and supervisor, with over 25 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.
I am a qualified psychotherapist, life coach, trainer and supervisor, with over 25 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.
I believe that the therapist and client come together as a team to work through issues that may stand in the way of you reaching your potential. Through my training, I have mainly used Transactional Analysis, but also have some experience working in a solution-focussed way and like to work integratively as each person is an individual who may like to work in a different way. I work with people on a range of issues, but find that I work with people with anxiety or depression most commonly, and pride myself on working hard to make people feel at ease.
I believe that the therapist and client come together as a team to work through issues that may stand in the way of you reaching your potential. Through my training, I have mainly used Transactional Analysis, but also have some experience working in a solution-focussed way and like to work integratively as each person is an individual who may like to work in a different way. I work with people on a range of issues, but find that I work with people with anxiety or depression most commonly, and pride myself on working hard to make people feel at ease.
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Number of Counsellors in Manchester
1,000+
Average cost per session
£60
Counsellors in Manchester who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 86% | Depression |
| 81% | Self Esteem |
| 80% | Stress |
| 77% | Relationship Issues |
| 65% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 61% | Bereavement |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 58% | Aviva |
| 51% | AXA PPP |
| 48% | Bupa |
How Counsellors in Manchester see their clients
| 64% | In Person and Online | |
| 36% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 70% | Female | |
| 28% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |