Psychodynamic Counselling in Oldham
Hello, my name is Nathan Withnall, and I am a qualified integrative psychotherapist with extensive experience working within the mental health field, both in the charity sector and the NHS. My role as a therapist is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace. As an integrative therapist, I believe that no two people are the same. That’s why I tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each individual I work with.
Hello, my name is Nathan Withnall, and I am a qualified integrative psychotherapist with extensive experience working within the mental health field, both in the charity sector and the NHS. My role as a therapist is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace. As an integrative therapist, I believe that no two people are the same. That’s why I tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each individual I work with.
A Mindful Therapeutic Approach to Growth, Healing and Creating Lasting Changes.
At Mindful Changes Counselling and Psychotherapy, I provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can explore life’s challenges and discover new ways forward. I offer individual, couples, and online counselling, drawing on evidence-based approaches tailored to your unique needs. Drawing on my training, psychological theory, concepts and tools. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, addiction/behavior problems, bereavement or seeking personal growth.
A Mindful Therapeutic Approach to Growth, Healing and Creating Lasting Changes.
At Mindful Changes Counselling and Psychotherapy, I provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can explore life’s challenges and discover new ways forward. I offer individual, couples, and online counselling, drawing on evidence-based approaches tailored to your unique needs. Drawing on my training, psychological theory, concepts and tools. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, addiction/behavior problems, bereavement or seeking personal growth.
My ideal client is someone navigating anxiety, trauma, or relationship struggles, whether that’s in a marriage, friendship, or within their family. They may also be dealing with low self-esteem, self-perception issues, or unresolved childhood experiences. They want to feel more in control, gain clarity, and begin to heal. Their goal is to understand themselves better, break free from painful patterns, and build healthier connections, with others and with themselves.
My ideal client is someone navigating anxiety, trauma, or relationship struggles, whether that’s in a marriage, friendship, or within their family. They may also be dealing with low self-esteem, self-perception issues, or unresolved childhood experiences. They want to feel more in control, gain clarity, and begin to heal. Their goal is to understand themselves better, break free from painful patterns, and build healthier connections, with others and with themselves.
I help clients with ADHD management, emotional regulation, boundary-setting, confidence-building and trauma processing using psychodynamic, psychoanalytic and NLP approaches.
Using Person-Centred, Solution-Focused, Psychodynamic, Trauma-Focused methods with NLP, I support ADHD coaching, CPTSD recovery, emotional dysregulation, executive function, anxiety management, depression, self-esteem, codependency, relationship trauma, workplace stress, domestic abuse recovery, anger management, assertiveness and perfectionism.
I help clients with ADHD management, emotional regulation, boundary-setting, confidence-building and trauma processing using psychodynamic, psychoanalytic and NLP approaches.
Using Person-Centred, Solution-Focused, Psychodynamic, Trauma-Focused methods with NLP, I support ADHD coaching, CPTSD recovery, emotional dysregulation, executive function, anxiety management, depression, self-esteem, codependency, relationship trauma, workplace stress, domestic abuse recovery, anger management, assertiveness and perfectionism.
Situations such as a new job, new baby, new partner, relationship breakdown, Divorce, Childhood Trauma, infidelity, health problems, bereavement or situations of loss can be hard to deal with. They can lead to feelings of helplessness, anxiety and depression. I can offer a space for you to talk about your feelings, fears and difficulties without having to worry about the impact your friends and family. This can help support and offer new opportunities to feel unburdened and move forward.
Situations such as a new job, new baby, new partner, relationship breakdown, Divorce, Childhood Trauma, infidelity, health problems, bereavement or situations of loss can be hard to deal with. They can lead to feelings of helplessness, anxiety and depression. I can offer a space for you to talk about your feelings, fears and difficulties without having to worry about the impact your friends and family. This can help support and offer new opportunities to feel unburdened and move forward.
I have a wealth of experience and success in working with many life issues such as anxiety, bereavement, grief, loss, depression, family issues, relationships and trauma. Plus, for many years, I've supported people in the work environment, understanding how tough processes such as redundancy, investigations etc, can be. There are many reasons why people come to me for counselling. Do you feel confused, or overwhelmed, exhausted by worry? Perhaps you feel misunderstood, unheard, or fear telling others? Maybe you know what the issue is but can't see your way through.
I have a wealth of experience and success in working with many life issues such as anxiety, bereavement, grief, loss, depression, family issues, relationships and trauma. Plus, for many years, I've supported people in the work environment, understanding how tough processes such as redundancy, investigations etc, can be. There are many reasons why people come to me for counselling. Do you feel confused, or overwhelmed, exhausted by worry? Perhaps you feel misunderstood, unheard, or fear telling others? Maybe you know what the issue is but can't see your way through.
You may be carrying deep pain, grief after loss, or the effects of trauma that still shape how you feel and connect. You might long to feel safe, understood, and whole again.
In our work together, I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed space where your story is held with care. Gently, we’ll explore your experiences, nurture self-compassion and self-esteem, and begin to release the weight of the past.
My integrative approach supports your healing, helping you rebuild trust, find new meaning after loss, and rediscover peace, strength, and connection within yourself and with life.
You may be carrying deep pain, grief after loss, or the effects of trauma that still shape how you feel and connect. You might long to feel safe, understood, and whole again.
In our work together, I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed space where your story is held with care. Gently, we’ll explore your experiences, nurture self-compassion and self-esteem, and begin to release the weight of the past.
My integrative approach supports your healing, helping you rebuild trust, find new meaning after loss, and rediscover peace, strength, and connection within yourself and with life.
Hello, my name is Mark.
I am a qualified and registered (BACP) counsellor and am here to support you with your healing journey. I work with individuals, couples, and families and have a strong ethos surrounding mental health and overall wellbeing.
Hello, my name is Mark.
I am a qualified and registered (BACP) counsellor and am here to support you with your healing journey. I work with individuals, couples, and families and have a strong ethos surrounding mental health and overall wellbeing.
Hello, I’m Paul Wolstenholme, a fully qualified integrative transpersonal psychotherapist. I offer soul-centred talking therapy, offering a safe and compassionate space for adult individuals to embrace their true self, spirit, purpose and potential, access inner wisdom, mindfully navigate life’s challenges, heal trauma, foster positive relationships, work towards goals and achieve healthy balance in mind, body, heart and soul.
I am trauma-informed and work in a holistic, spiritual and creative manner according to the client's needs. I work with clients at depth on an open-ended basis and I also offer short-term counselling.
Hello, I’m Paul Wolstenholme, a fully qualified integrative transpersonal psychotherapist. I offer soul-centred talking therapy, offering a safe and compassionate space for adult individuals to embrace their true self, spirit, purpose and potential, access inner wisdom, mindfully navigate life’s challenges, heal trauma, foster positive relationships, work towards goals and achieve healthy balance in mind, body, heart and soul.
I am trauma-informed and work in a holistic, spiritual and creative manner according to the client's needs. I work with clients at depth on an open-ended basis and I also offer short-term counselling.
I use evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ERP, trauma-focused therapies, mindfulness, and Psychodynamic Interpersonal Therapy to help you regain control over your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.
Are you feeling stuck in cycles of anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or low mood?
Do you find yourself overwhelmed by worry, panic, or experiences from the past that won’t seem to settle?
Are you ready to understand yourself more deeply and start making meaningful, lasting change?
From an early age, I’ve been drawn to understanding the complexities of the human mind and how we navigate life’s challenges. That curiosity, combined with a genuine commitment to supporting others, has shaped my path into psychotherapy.
I use evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ERP, trauma-focused therapies, mindfulness, and Psychodynamic Interpersonal Therapy to help you regain control over your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.
Are you feeling stuck in cycles of anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or low mood?
Do you find yourself overwhelmed by worry, panic, or experiences from the past that won’t seem to settle?
Are you ready to understand yourself more deeply and start making meaningful, lasting change?
From an early age, I’ve been drawn to understanding the complexities of the human mind and how we navigate life’s challenges. That curiosity, combined with a genuine commitment to supporting others, has shaped my path into psychotherapy.
I want to be upfront with you: therapy isn’t always easy, and it’s not always comfortable. We might dive into some difficult, personal issues that feel painful or unresolved. This can be unsettling at times, but that’s often where the real transformation happens. It’s in those moments of discomfort, when we face what’s tough to confront, that we start to break through old barriers and make space for new possibilities. In doing so, you can begin to feel more in control of your story, your choices, and your growth. This work may be challenging, but it’s also an opportunity to reclaim your voice and discover oneself.
I want to be upfront with you: therapy isn’t always easy, and it’s not always comfortable. We might dive into some difficult, personal issues that feel painful or unresolved. This can be unsettling at times, but that’s often where the real transformation happens. It’s in those moments of discomfort, when we face what’s tough to confront, that we start to break through old barriers and make space for new possibilities. In doing so, you can begin to feel more in control of your story, your choices, and your growth. This work may be challenging, but it’s also an opportunity to reclaim your voice and discover oneself.
As an integrative therapist and supervisor, I use a variety of approaches including person-centred, psychodynamic, CBT and EMDR.
Do you want to be able to better manage anxious feelings, or to understand yourself & your relationships more, or maybe there is a specific issue causing you pain or unhappiness. I am a BACP accredited therapist, offering a safe space for you or your child to work through any challenges or difficulties that you’re having. My role is to provide the empathic, compassionate, safe space for you to explore the aspects of your life that are preventing you from feeling at your best; those creating stress, tension, unhappiness or loneliness.
As an integrative therapist and supervisor, I use a variety of approaches including person-centred, psychodynamic, CBT and EMDR.
Do you want to be able to better manage anxious feelings, or to understand yourself & your relationships more, or maybe there is a specific issue causing you pain or unhappiness. I am a BACP accredited therapist, offering a safe space for you or your child to work through any challenges or difficulties that you’re having. My role is to provide the empathic, compassionate, safe space for you to explore the aspects of your life that are preventing you from feeling at your best; those creating stress, tension, unhappiness or loneliness.
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.
Standard or nature-based art therapy & mindfulness for stress, anxiety, burnout, depression, family issues or work-related issues. Having a safe non-judgemental space to explore challenges, memories or traumas can help us heal & move forward. We can start wherever you are, you choose the pace. Deepening nature-connection can help manage difficult feelings as well as uplift/soothe us. Sometimes it is difficult to describe emotions with words, that's where art can help. It's not about creating masterpieces. Using art & nature online might seem counter-intuitive, but it works surprisingly well. No need to be outdoors during the session
Standard or nature-based art therapy & mindfulness for stress, anxiety, burnout, depression, family issues or work-related issues. Having a safe non-judgemental space to explore challenges, memories or traumas can help us heal & move forward. We can start wherever you are, you choose the pace. Deepening nature-connection can help manage difficult feelings as well as uplift/soothe us. Sometimes it is difficult to describe emotions with words, that's where art can help. It's not about creating masterpieces. Using art & nature online might seem counter-intuitive, but it works surprisingly well. No need to be outdoors during the session
Hi my name is Salma and I am an experienced MBACP Counsellor, supporting clients from as young as 8 years to 80 years, and also clients from different backgrounds- including those of different race/religions or with additional needs. As an integrative Counsellor, I draw on different therapeutic approaches in my work, dependent on client needs and differences. I always tailor an approach to therapy that makes sense to each clients individual needs and wishes as they are priority in the counselling process and journey. I work at a pace that is comfortable for the client and offer a confidential safe space to share feelings.
Hi my name is Salma and I am an experienced MBACP Counsellor, supporting clients from as young as 8 years to 80 years, and also clients from different backgrounds- including those of different race/religions or with additional needs. As an integrative Counsellor, I draw on different therapeutic approaches in my work, dependent on client needs and differences. I always tailor an approach to therapy that makes sense to each clients individual needs and wishes as they are priority in the counselling process and journey. I work at a pace that is comfortable for the client and offer a confidential safe space to share feelings.
I'm Jay, a practitioner who celebrates authenticity, creativity and individuality. Starting therapy can be overwhelming, especially when life asks so much of us. My goal is to create the very space that you are seeking, where you are genuinely seen, understood and held. As a late diagnosed AuDHD individual, I am well aware of the struggles we face on a daily. Masking, people pleasing, anxiety, anger and frustration towards the world, overwhelm from the demands of life, feeling othered and shamed from the messages we too often receive.
I'm Jay, a practitioner who celebrates authenticity, creativity and individuality. Starting therapy can be overwhelming, especially when life asks so much of us. My goal is to create the very space that you are seeking, where you are genuinely seen, understood and held. As a late diagnosed AuDHD individual, I am well aware of the struggles we face on a daily. Masking, people pleasing, anxiety, anger and frustration towards the world, overwhelm from the demands of life, feeling othered and shamed from the messages we too often receive.
Huddersfield Holistic Healing offers a comprehensive, therapeutic service in a safe and confidential environment for you to reach your full potential with the support and guidance from a fully trained talking therapist. You may feel that it would be beneficial to explore something that is troubling you and leaving you feeling stuck, or you may like to consider the possibility of taking a new direction to allow you to fully love the life you live. If you have an unhealthy habit that you’d like to break, or a fear you’d like to overcome, then Huddersfield Holistic Healing is here to help you.
Huddersfield Holistic Healing offers a comprehensive, therapeutic service in a safe and confidential environment for you to reach your full potential with the support and guidance from a fully trained talking therapist. You may feel that it would be beneficial to explore something that is troubling you and leaving you feeling stuck, or you may like to consider the possibility of taking a new direction to allow you to fully love the life you live. If you have an unhealthy habit that you’d like to break, or a fear you’d like to overcome, then Huddersfield Holistic Healing is here to help you.
As a specialist psychologist and psychotherapist, I work with the National Health Services UK, focusing on services for adults with autism/ADHD, PTSD, couples, psychosexual therapy, and psychological therapy for comorbid mental health conditions. I am deeply interested in the efficacy of psychological therapies for these groups and the necessary adaptations in therapy. My extensive experience in assessment, formulation, and clinical management allows me to contribute to service development, supervision, safeguarding, and the creation of innovative client engagement methods in therapy.
As a specialist psychologist and psychotherapist, I work with the National Health Services UK, focusing on services for adults with autism/ADHD, PTSD, couples, psychosexual therapy, and psychological therapy for comorbid mental health conditions. I am deeply interested in the efficacy of psychological therapies for these groups and the necessary adaptations in therapy. My extensive experience in assessment, formulation, and clinical management allows me to contribute to service development, supervision, safeguarding, and the creation of innovative client engagement methods in therapy.
My approach is integrative, drawing on therapeutic models such as CBT, person-centred counselling, psychodynamic therapy, Transactional Analysis, and schema therapy.
I have particular interests supporting those who identify with autistic or ADHD traits and survivors of narcissistic abuse. Feeling empowered, we will develop your emotional healing & resilience, working as a team discovering your true self. The real self, free of any past hurt, guilt, shame/other negative thoughts, feelings, behaviours and unwanted bodily sensations that you feel you have never deserved. My practice is inclusive and anti-oppressive, ensuring clients feel safe to be themselves, truly heard, and understood. I am committed to walking alongside you with compassion, authenticity and a focus on lasting change.
My approach is integrative, drawing on therapeutic models such as CBT, person-centred counselling, psychodynamic therapy, Transactional Analysis, and schema therapy.
I have particular interests supporting those who identify with autistic or ADHD traits and survivors of narcissistic abuse. Feeling empowered, we will develop your emotional healing & resilience, working as a team discovering your true self. The real self, free of any past hurt, guilt, shame/other negative thoughts, feelings, behaviours and unwanted bodily sensations that you feel you have never deserved. My practice is inclusive and anti-oppressive, ensuring clients feel safe to be themselves, truly heard, and understood. I am committed to walking alongside you with compassion, authenticity and a focus on lasting change.
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 am specialising in clinical neuropsychology. 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 am specialising in clinical neuropsychology. 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.
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Psychodynamic Counsellors
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.