Counselling in Manchester

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Lucy Smith
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
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.
0161 519 0839 View 0161 519 0839
Photo of Gillian louise Kearney - I-Thou Psychotherapy and Counselling, Counsellor, MBACP
Are you feeling anxious or stressed? Do you struggle with depression, or feelings of inadequacy? Are you stuck in patterns of behaviour which no longer serve you? I understand that it takes a huge amount of courage to ask for help, and passionately believe therapy can provide the first step in taking control of your life. My core practice combines Integrative Psychotherapy with Transactional Analysis. I have a special interest in working with clients who have unresolved childhood issues or trauma, which may result in struggles with anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, relationship problems, eating disorders or other somatic symptoms.
Are you feeling anxious or stressed? Do you struggle with depression, or feelings of inadequacy? Are you stuck in patterns of behaviour which no longer serve you? I understand that it takes a huge amount of courage to ask for help, and passionately believe therapy can provide the first step in taking control of your life. My core practice combines Integrative Psychotherapy with Transactional Analysis. I have a special interest in working with clients who have unresolved childhood issues or trauma, which may result in struggles with anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, relationship problems, eating disorders or other somatic symptoms.
0161 524 3428 View 0161 524 3428
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Joe Wood
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
2 Endorsed
I'm Joe, a Gestalt Psychotherapist in advanced training. I offer an open-minded and non-judgemental space for you to be fully seen whilst you gently explore areas of your life where you may feel stuck, supporting you to bring awareness and self-acceptance to your experience in order to live in a more meaningful and fulfilling way. I am passionate about supporting people to embrace their uniqueness and live to their full potential by compassionately letting go of ways of being which no longer serve them. I offer a free 30-minute first session to see how we feel working together. If you would like to chat please get in touch.
I'm Joe, a Gestalt Psychotherapist in advanced training. I offer an open-minded and non-judgemental space for you to be fully seen whilst you gently explore areas of your life where you may feel stuck, supporting you to bring awareness and self-acceptance to your experience in order to live in a more meaningful and fulfilling way. I am passionate about supporting people to embrace their uniqueness and live to their full potential by compassionately letting go of ways of being which no longer serve them. I offer a free 30-minute first session to see how we feel working together. If you would like to chat please get in touch.
0161 524 5192 View 0161 524 5192
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Patrick John Breheny
Counsellor, BACP
Are you navigating anxiety, depression, relationship hurdles, or the impact of past trauma? Feeling stuck, struggling with communication, or coping with addiction? My ideal clients seek clarity, healthier relationships, and a path toward inner peace. They're ready to explore feelings, understand patterns, and find practical tools to move forward, seeking genuine fulfilment and resilience.
Are you navigating anxiety, depression, relationship hurdles, or the impact of past trauma? Feeling stuck, struggling with communication, or coping with addiction? My ideal clients seek clarity, healthier relationships, and a path toward inner peace. They're ready to explore feelings, understand patterns, and find practical tools to move forward, seeking genuine fulfilment and resilience.
0161 850 4987 View 0161 850 4987
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Angela McDonnell
Counsellor, MBACP
Are you dissatisfied with life, work, or relationships? Feeling stressed or burnt out? Struggling to let go of the past, or overwhelmed by past events? Feeling flat, fed up, or unmotivated? Are you also ready to move forward with more clarity, energy, and direction? Wanting more confidence in your decisions and forward movement? Curious to embark on a journey of self-discovery, connection, and empowerment? I am a reassuringly relaxed, ethical, and professional therapist, coach, and supervisor with over 15 years of training and experience, if you answered 'yes' to any of the above, I'd be delighted to hear from you.
Are you dissatisfied with life, work, or relationships? Feeling stressed or burnt out? Struggling to let go of the past, or overwhelmed by past events? Feeling flat, fed up, or unmotivated? Are you also ready to move forward with more clarity, energy, and direction? Wanting more confidence in your decisions and forward movement? Curious to embark on a journey of self-discovery, connection, and empowerment? I am a reassuringly relaxed, ethical, and professional therapist, coach, and supervisor with over 15 years of training and experience, if you answered 'yes' to any of the above, I'd be delighted to hear from you.
0161 509 6721 View 0161 509 6721
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CM Sport Psychology
Verified Verified
Online Only
Are you an athlete who wants to take their mental game to the next level? Does your child love sport but struggle with nerves, frustration, or confidence on game day? My name is Charlie and I help athletes build key skills like confidence, composure, focus, and motivation through tailored Sport Psychology sessions. Having worked with players from grassroots to the Premier League as well as from a variety of other sports at the amateur, national and international level, I bring elite-level insights to support athletes of all ages, across all sports, to thrive.
Are you an athlete who wants to take their mental game to the next level? Does your child love sport but struggle with nerves, frustration, or confidence on game day? My name is Charlie and I help athletes build key skills like confidence, composure, focus, and motivation through tailored Sport Psychology sessions. Having worked with players from grassroots to the Premier League as well as from a variety of other sports at the amateur, national and international level, I bring elite-level insights to support athletes of all ages, across all sports, to thrive.
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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.
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Fiona Mackenzie
Psychotherapist, MBACP
I am an experienced Integrative Psychotherapist, Counsellor and Accredited Therapeutic Coach working with adults, young adults (16+) and couples on a wide range of issues . I offer in-person and online appointments in Manchester City Centre and Altrincham. For all of us there are times in our lives when we feel confused, distressed or unable to cope. Talking therapies give you a gentle space to better understand yourself, explore what's been getting in the way, and open up the possibility of making changes. Together, we can look at old patterns and start finding new, more helpful ways to handle whatever you're facing.
I am an experienced Integrative Psychotherapist, Counsellor and Accredited Therapeutic Coach working with adults, young adults (16+) and couples on a wide range of issues . I offer in-person and online appointments in Manchester City Centre and Altrincham. For all of us there are times in our lives when we feel confused, distressed or unable to cope. Talking therapies give you a gentle space to better understand yourself, explore what's been getting in the way, and open up the possibility of making changes. Together, we can look at old patterns and start finding new, more helpful ways to handle whatever you're facing.
0161 519 7326 View 0161 519 7326
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Ewa (Eva) Karwacka
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
I have two areas of specialism. One is working with adults, who are experiencing high levels of stress and anxiety. This could be in relation to your job, health or relationships with other people. The second is working with parents of young children, when parenthood becomes tricky for whatever reason, or when children struggle with anxiety or activities of daily living (such as behaviour, emotional regulation, social skills, sleep, toileting, etc.)
I have two areas of specialism. One is working with adults, who are experiencing high levels of stress and anxiety. This could be in relation to your job, health or relationships with other people. The second is working with parents of young children, when parenthood becomes tricky for whatever reason, or when children struggle with anxiety or activities of daily living (such as behaviour, emotional regulation, social skills, sleep, toileting, etc.)
0161 524 2099 View 0161 524 2099
Photo of Andrea Szentgyorgyi Mba Ma Pgdip Ba Adhp Chfp Mnch Mukcp, Psychotherapist, MUKCP
We will work together to change your life, response patterns, thinking, and habits, or improve your mental and emotional well-being. First, we discover your specific needs and then find the most suitable therapy style for you (psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, counselling or coaching). The appointments are flexible; you do not have to attend at the same time every week. Single-session therapy is available too. For more details, please visit my website or contact me directly for further information.
We will work together to change your life, response patterns, thinking, and habits, or improve your mental and emotional well-being. First, we discover your specific needs and then find the most suitable therapy style for you (psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, counselling or coaching). The appointments are flexible; you do not have to attend at the same time every week. Single-session therapy is available too. For more details, please visit my website or contact me directly for further information.
0161 524 2406 View 0161 524 2406
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Ania Dopierala
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Drawing from 20 years of experience, I want to offer you a therapy that can take you on a path that includes all parts of you, the body, the mind and the soul. A therapy that suits you both in the approach I take and in the length of the process. I am an integrative psychotherapist. I am interested in a holistic development and provide both short and long term therapy.
Drawing from 20 years of experience, I want to offer you a therapy that can take you on a path that includes all parts of you, the body, the mind and the soul. A therapy that suits you both in the approach I take and in the length of the process. I am an integrative psychotherapist. I am interested in a holistic development and provide both short and long term therapy.
0161 509 6423 View 0161 509 6423
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Elizabeth Hollingsworth
Psychologist, MA, FMBPsS
Asking for help is difficult and the idea of finding the right therapist/psycholgist can feel daunting. You are not alone. I tell people that finding the right person is like looking for the right trainers. You may have to try a few different pairs before you find the one that fits. Interview me to see if I'd be a good fit for your family. We applaud your courage in taking this first step. It's our mission to guide you towards a more fulfilling quality of life. Bringing my American culture and qualifications to the UK with nearly twenty-two years experience. I specalize in working with CYP, Trauma and Abuse Recovery, & Couples.
Asking for help is difficult and the idea of finding the right therapist/psycholgist can feel daunting. You are not alone. I tell people that finding the right person is like looking for the right trainers. You may have to try a few different pairs before you find the one that fits. Interview me to see if I'd be a good fit for your family. We applaud your courage in taking this first step. It's our mission to guide you towards a more fulfilling quality of life. Bringing my American culture and qualifications to the UK with nearly twenty-two years experience. I specalize in working with CYP, Trauma and Abuse Recovery, & Couples.
0161 524 6300 View 0161 524 6300
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Kevin Tm Dennison
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
I am an established Integrative Psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience working with adults. I use an eclectic mix of therapy to enable client to move forward with confidence. I am trained in EMDR, NLP Psychotherapy and have the use of many psychometrics to help clients understand themselves and work towards effective change. I have worked with many clients over the past 25 years and have established a style of therapy that is inclusive and successful in helping people unravel from issues and life's traumas. I am also an Executive Coach and work with many organisations in the North West.
I am an established Integrative Psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience working with adults. I use an eclectic mix of therapy to enable client to move forward with confidence. I am trained in EMDR, NLP Psychotherapy and have the use of many psychometrics to help clients understand themselves and work towards effective change. I have worked with many clients over the past 25 years and have established a style of therapy that is inclusive and successful in helping people unravel from issues and life's traumas. I am also an Executive Coach and work with many organisations in the North West.
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Ruth Mykoo
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Sometimes life throws us challenges both through past and present experiences, which knock us off our feet and we become engulfed in uncertainty, worry and fear. It could be that we start to doubt ourselves and feel that we are not good enough or we are unable to cope, leading to anxiety and depression. Whatever you are going through, it deserves care, attention and compassion and I believe that you have the inner wisdom to work through these issues as you are the person that knows yourself better than anyone,
Sometimes life throws us challenges both through past and present experiences, which knock us off our feet and we become engulfed in uncertainty, worry and fear. It could be that we start to doubt ourselves and feel that we are not good enough or we are unable to cope, leading to anxiety and depression. Whatever you are going through, it deserves care, attention and compassion and I believe that you have the inner wisdom to work through these issues as you are the person that knows yourself better than anyone,
0161 696 0920 View 0161 696 0920
Photo of Virginia Vaccaro, Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Virginia Vaccaro
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Hello. There might be several reasons why you are looking to start therapy: Maybe you feel stuck and don’t know how to overcome a difficult situation. Or why the same things seem to be happening to you. You might be wondering 'what is wrong with me?'. Maybe you feel very sad and like you’re carrying heavy baggage. Stress might be a bit too much and you wish you could stop the race inside you. Maybe you just want to feel better. Maybe you are not sure, but you feel that all is not ok. And maybe all the above at the same time.
Hello. There might be several reasons why you are looking to start therapy: Maybe you feel stuck and don’t know how to overcome a difficult situation. Or why the same things seem to be happening to you. You might be wondering 'what is wrong with me?'. Maybe you feel very sad and like you’re carrying heavy baggage. Stress might be a bit too much and you wish you could stop the race inside you. Maybe you just want to feel better. Maybe you are not sure, but you feel that all is not ok. And maybe all the above at the same time.
0161 524 7479 View 0161 524 7479
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Dr Kate Williams-Markey
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
Hello! I work as a Clinical Psychologist part-time in the NHS, and one evening online in private practice. Fundamentally, I enjoy meeting people and working alongside people to help process and understand their experiences. Sometimes our life experiences and difficulties we encounter can feel overwhelming, and we may not know where to start. I can help you start to make sense of your experiences through talking and applying a range of therapeutic approaches along the way. I accept self-funding, as well as BUPA insurance payments. I also offer block bookings with 10% discount.
Hello! I work as a Clinical Psychologist part-time in the NHS, and one evening online in private practice. Fundamentally, I enjoy meeting people and working alongside people to help process and understand their experiences. Sometimes our life experiences and difficulties we encounter can feel overwhelming, and we may not know where to start. I can help you start to make sense of your experiences through talking and applying a range of therapeutic approaches along the way. I accept self-funding, as well as BUPA insurance payments. I also offer block bookings with 10% discount.
01663 790542 View 01663 790542
Photo of Daniel Nissen, Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Daniel Nissen
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
People come for therapy for many different issues. A common theme is that people want to get a greater sense of themselves and understanding of what may have caused their issues and how they might grow past these challenges. Therapy can help you feel better about yourself and improve your mental health.
People come for therapy for many different issues. A common theme is that people want to get a greater sense of themselves and understanding of what may have caused their issues and how they might grow past these challenges. Therapy can help you feel better about yourself and improve your mental health.
0161 524 6523 View 0161 524 6523
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Dr Sheeba Ehsan
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
I am a Chartered Clinical psychologist (HCPC registered), providing assessment and therapy in Manchester. I have over 20 years of experience working with a range of psychological presentations e.g. anxiety, depression, OCD, personality disorder, trauma, PTSD etc. I have worked with adults, young people and families. If you are looking for that individualised, tailored approach look no further, give me a call to see if I can help you. The initial consultation is free of charge as I believe it is important to find the right therapist for you.
I am a Chartered Clinical psychologist (HCPC registered), providing assessment and therapy in Manchester. I have over 20 years of experience working with a range of psychological presentations e.g. anxiety, depression, OCD, personality disorder, trauma, PTSD etc. I have worked with adults, young people and families. If you are looking for that individualised, tailored approach look no further, give me a call to see if I can help you. The initial consultation is free of charge as I believe it is important to find the right therapist for you.
0161 850 7995 View 0161 850 7995
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Sarah Lee
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Online Only
You look like you’re living the dream. You buy Whispering Angel these days, have a job that sounds impressive at parties and a partner who loves you enough to traipse round shrines in Kamakura and look interested. You have friends who indulge your brunch habits (and wait for you to take photos first). But if we’re being honest, there’s something else going on beneath the enviable surface. Your screen time is stupidly long, you follow more therapists on Instagram than actual friends, and your self-help books are gathering dust (honestly 'Let Them' was a let down).
You look like you’re living the dream. You buy Whispering Angel these days, have a job that sounds impressive at parties and a partner who loves you enough to traipse round shrines in Kamakura and look interested. You have friends who indulge your brunch habits (and wait for you to take photos first). But if we’re being honest, there’s something else going on beneath the enviable surface. Your screen time is stupidly long, you follow more therapists on Instagram than actual friends, and your self-help books are gathering dust (honestly 'Let Them' was a let down).
0161 694 7259 View 0161 694 7259
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Miftau Iddrisu
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
2 Endorsed
Hello My name is Miftau Iddrisu. I am an accredited CBT therapist. I am also a qualified DBT, RO-DBT,EMDR, schema therapist. I also provide hypnotherapy. I work with both young people and adults. I provide Skype treatments and I have experience offering treatment in outside United Kingdom.
Hello My name is Miftau Iddrisu. I am an accredited CBT therapist. I am also a qualified DBT, RO-DBT,EMDR, schema therapist. I also provide hypnotherapy. I work with both young people and adults. I provide Skype treatments and I have experience offering treatment in outside United Kingdom.
0161 850 9443 View 0161 850 9443

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How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in Manchester

1,000+

Average cost per session

£60

Counsellors in Manchester who prioritize treating:

90% Anxiety
85% Depression
82% 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
52% AXA PPP
49% Bupa

How Counsellors in Manchester see their clients

65% In Person and Online
35% Online Only

Gender breakdown

70% Female
27% Male
3% Non-Binary