Armed Forces Counselling in Prestwich
Hi, I’m Sasha - a qualified therapist at Octavia Therapy offering a warm, non-judgmental space to explore what’s going on beneath the surface. I work with individuals and couples using a blend of psychodynamic and solution-focused approaches, helping you understand how the past shapes the present while building practical tools for change. I support clients with anxiety, depression, social anxiety, eating disorders, bereavement, low self-esteem, relationship issues, challenging family dynamics, identity issues, and many more. Sessions are in-person or online / telephone. Let’s start with a free intro call to see if we’re a good fit.
Hi, I’m Sasha - a qualified therapist at Octavia Therapy offering a warm, non-judgmental space to explore what’s going on beneath the surface. I work with individuals and couples using a blend of psychodynamic and solution-focused approaches, helping you understand how the past shapes the present while building practical tools for change. I support clients with anxiety, depression, social anxiety, eating disorders, bereavement, low self-esteem, relationship issues, challenging family dynamics, identity issues, and many more. Sessions are in-person or online / telephone. Let’s start with a free intro call to see if we’re a good fit.
I think sometimes we just reach that place in life when we say 'enough is enough'. For some it can mean it is time to stop and face something, and to someone else it can mean it is maybe time to 'let it go'. There's no end to the potential meanings for reaching 'that point'. i think we've all been there at some stage or another. Does this sound familiar ? That's okay, i totally understand where you're coming from. What is important is acknowledging that you have had the energy and motivation to seek someone to support you through this - it takes courage and strength to take this step. Well done!
I think sometimes we just reach that place in life when we say 'enough is enough'. For some it can mean it is time to stop and face something, and to someone else it can mean it is maybe time to 'let it go'. There's no end to the potential meanings for reaching 'that point'. i think we've all been there at some stage or another. Does this sound familiar ? That's okay, i totally understand where you're coming from. What is important is acknowledging that you have had the energy and motivation to seek someone to support you through this - it takes courage and strength to take this step. Well done!
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.
Hi, I’m Lauren, a qualified therapist providing a safe, supportive space to explore your thoughts and emotions. My own experience as a client shaped my deep understanding of therapy’s challenges and transformations.
Finding the right counsellor can feel overwhelming, but if you're reading this, you're already one step closer to beginning your counselling journey. I offer a free 15-minute consultation because I encourage you to explore your options and find the best fit—after all, therapy is an investment in yourself, and it should feel right for you.
Hi, I’m Lauren, a qualified therapist providing a safe, supportive space to explore your thoughts and emotions. My own experience as a client shaped my deep understanding of therapy’s challenges and transformations.
Finding the right counsellor can feel overwhelming, but if you're reading this, you're already one step closer to beginning your counselling journey. I offer a free 15-minute consultation because I encourage you to explore your options and find the best fit—after all, therapy is an investment in yourself, and it should feel right for you.
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Concessions available for frontline workers, veterans & students.
I work with adults experiencing psychological or physical distress caused by difficult life experiences. I endeavour to provide a supportive and caring environment for psychological healing and recovery to take place. I will aid a deeper understanding of what is causing or contributing to these difficulties, collaboratively mapping out therapeutic interventions best suited to your needs.
I specialise in trauma & have experience of working with the full spectrum of ways in which trauma can manifest in people’s lives. This may include the more traditional diagnosis of PTSD/C-PTSD or less evident presentations.
Concessions available for frontline workers, veterans & students.
I work with adults experiencing psychological or physical distress caused by difficult life experiences. I endeavour to provide a supportive and caring environment for psychological healing and recovery to take place. I will aid a deeper understanding of what is causing or contributing to these difficulties, collaboratively mapping out therapeutic interventions best suited to your needs.
I specialise in trauma & have experience of working with the full spectrum of ways in which trauma can manifest in people’s lives. This may include the more traditional diagnosis of PTSD/C-PTSD or less evident presentations.
I’m a UK based BACP and NCPS Accredited integrative psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience across private practice, Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs), organisational wellbeing, and complex therapeutic work. Alongside therapy practice, I also deliver wellbeing and psychoeducational training internationally and have worked within clinical leadership roles across both national and global services.
I’m a UK based BACP and NCPS Accredited integrative psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience across private practice, Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs), organisational wellbeing, and complex therapeutic work. Alongside therapy practice, I also deliver wellbeing and psychoeducational training internationally and have worked within clinical leadership roles across both national and global services.
Having delivered therapy to the Armed Forces community, NHS, and privately over the past 23 years I've been privileged to support a broad range of people and their difficulties.
Having worked with thousands of clients over the past 23 years I have a broad experience base. I continue to work successfully with those influenced by physical and emotional trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, stress, unhealthy relationships, identity and attachment issues. Together we can navigate through your difficulty to find clarity and healing.
Having delivered therapy to the Armed Forces community, NHS, and privately over the past 23 years I've been privileged to support a broad range of people and their difficulties.
Having worked with thousands of clients over the past 23 years I have a broad experience base. I continue to work successfully with those influenced by physical and emotional trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, stress, unhealthy relationships, identity and attachment issues. Together we can navigate through your difficulty to find clarity and healing.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect of therapy. To provide a space where you feel safe, respected and never judged. I am an trained in various therapies including cbt therapy. Sometimes life throws us a curve ball and getting up everyday and doing everyday things is a struggle sometimes we need someone to walk through the dark times with us and to remind us we are not alone and things can and will get better. I am also a qualified coach and work with women that have experienced abuse. Alongside my therapy practice, i am also a supervisor and have 22 years of experience supporting therapists.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect of therapy. To provide a space where you feel safe, respected and never judged. I am an trained in various therapies including cbt therapy. Sometimes life throws us a curve ball and getting up everyday and doing everyday things is a struggle sometimes we need someone to walk through the dark times with us and to remind us we are not alone and things can and will get better. I am also a qualified coach and work with women that have experienced abuse. Alongside my therapy practice, i am also a supervisor and have 22 years of experience supporting therapists.
Some are coping with the aftermath of major life events, while others face ongoing pressure from military veterans, demanding professional roles, or personal challenges.
I’m a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with 15 years experience in psychological therapies, I'm also qualified in EMDR and Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET). I help clients with trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, and loss work through experiences, build resilience, regain confidence, and move towards their goals in a safe, collaborative space.
Some are coping with the aftermath of major life events, while others face ongoing pressure from military veterans, demanding professional roles, or personal challenges.
I’m a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with 15 years experience in psychological therapies, I'm also qualified in EMDR and Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET). I help clients with trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, and loss work through experiences, build resilience, regain confidence, and move towards their goals in a safe, collaborative space.
I work with teenagers, young adults, and adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, grief, attachment difficulties, low self-esteem, and emotional overwhelm.
You may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, struggling with relationships, coping with a loss, or finding it difficult to make sense of past experiences. As a BACP-registered counsellor and psychotherapist, I offer a warm, supportive, and non-judgemental space where you can explore what’s happening at your own pace and develop greater understanding, confidence, and emotional wellbeing.
I work with teenagers, young adults, and adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, grief, attachment difficulties, low self-esteem, and emotional overwhelm.
You may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, struggling with relationships, coping with a loss, or finding it difficult to make sense of past experiences. As a BACP-registered counsellor and psychotherapist, I offer a warm, supportive, and non-judgemental space where you can explore what’s happening at your own pace and develop greater understanding, confidence, and emotional wellbeing.
Have you been feeling stressed? Struggling with worries or panic? Is fear stopping you from doing what you would like to? Has your get up and go, gone? I am a compassionate and highly experienced CBT Therapist/EMDR/ACT/CFT Therapist and Mindfulness Teacher with over eighteen years experience in NHS and specialist health care settings. I offer a confidential and professional service delivering high quality evidence based effective therapy to promote wellbeing and improve quality of life. I will work alongside you in your journey to help you learn the tools and techniques that can be used daily to meet your therapy goals.
Have you been feeling stressed? Struggling with worries or panic? Is fear stopping you from doing what you would like to? Has your get up and go, gone? I am a compassionate and highly experienced CBT Therapist/EMDR/ACT/CFT Therapist and Mindfulness Teacher with over eighteen years experience in NHS and specialist health care settings. I offer a confidential and professional service delivering high quality evidence based effective therapy to promote wellbeing and improve quality of life. I will work alongside you in your journey to help you learn the tools and techniques that can be used daily to meet your therapy goals.
Many of the people who come to therapy are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns that are difficult to shift alone. Some are navigating the impact of past experiences, while others are struggling in relationships, managing stress, or facing significant life changes. Often, they are thoughtful people who have been coping for a long time but are ready to understand themselves more deeply. In therapy, we take time to make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface, helping clients gain insight, develop healthier ways of responding to challenges, & move towards a life that feels more balanced and manageable.
Many of the people who come to therapy are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns that are difficult to shift alone. Some are navigating the impact of past experiences, while others are struggling in relationships, managing stress, or facing significant life changes. Often, they are thoughtful people who have been coping for a long time but are ready to understand themselves more deeply. In therapy, we take time to make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface, helping clients gain insight, develop healthier ways of responding to challenges, & move towards a life that feels more balanced and manageable.
As an integrative practitioner. I work from a person centred base, although additional training allows for me to draw on different tools and models depending on your needs. This allows for clients to reflect on what is happening to them and by making their own choices, consider alternative ways of doing things. I use psychological theory and research in therapeutic work to help clients with a variety of problems. These problems can include difficult life issues and mental health conditions. I have worked with clients across all ages, from 7yrs upward and beyond retirement, offering a service which is welcoming to all backgrounds.
As an integrative practitioner. I work from a person centred base, although additional training allows for me to draw on different tools and models depending on your needs. This allows for clients to reflect on what is happening to them and by making their own choices, consider alternative ways of doing things. I use psychological theory and research in therapeutic work to help clients with a variety of problems. These problems can include difficult life issues and mental health conditions. I have worked with clients across all ages, from 7yrs upward and beyond retirement, offering a service which is welcoming to all backgrounds.
In addition to working with veterans, I also work with both men and women who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem and confidence, negative thinking, grief and loss, feeling stuck or uncertain about life, work-related issues, grief and loss, feeling stuck or uncertain about life, work-related issues, past experiences and breaking negative patterns of behaviour.
My mission is to provide a compassionate counselling and supervision service, that foster personal growth and emotional well-being. I am an integrative counsellor & supervisor with over 10yrs experience. Working with men & women offering a supportive and confidential space for you, to be listened to, accepted and respected. I am here to walk alongside you adapting my way of working to meet your needs. I will support you to work through any difficulties you may be experiencing at a pace comfortable for you
I offer a FREE telephone consultation, so if you would like to book in and see how we would work together, please give me a call
In addition to working with veterans, I also work with both men and women who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem and confidence, negative thinking, grief and loss, feeling stuck or uncertain about life, work-related issues, grief and loss, feeling stuck or uncertain about life, work-related issues, past experiences and breaking negative patterns of behaviour.
My mission is to provide a compassionate counselling and supervision service, that foster personal growth and emotional well-being. I am an integrative counsellor & supervisor with over 10yrs experience. Working with men & women offering a supportive and confidential space for you, to be listened to, accepted and respected. I am here to walk alongside you adapting my way of working to meet your needs. I will support you to work through any difficulties you may be experiencing at a pace comfortable for you
I offer a FREE telephone consultation, so if you would like to book in and see how we would work together, please give me a call
You may wish to reflect on a significant experience in your life or seek to understand the origins of unwanted thoughts, feelings, and behavioural patterns. It’s common to feel burdened by life, experiencing sadness, anxiety, overwhelm, or a sense of being trapped by negative thoughts. During these challenging times, it can be difficult to see a way forward; this is where counselling can be beneficial. Together, we will explore these issues in a safe and supportive environment, allowing you to progress at your own pace. Our sessions are client-led, ensuring that you never feel rushed.
You may wish to reflect on a significant experience in your life or seek to understand the origins of unwanted thoughts, feelings, and behavioural patterns. It’s common to feel burdened by life, experiencing sadness, anxiety, overwhelm, or a sense of being trapped by negative thoughts. During these challenging times, it can be difficult to see a way forward; this is where counselling can be beneficial. Together, we will explore these issues in a safe and supportive environment, allowing you to progress at your own pace. Our sessions are client-led, ensuring that you never feel rushed.
Most clients contact us with surface negative symptoms or challenges. Every client is totally unique, therefore our truly one-off, made-to-measure approach is needed and always provided. Most clients help us to slowly identify the real current trigger(s), creating the negative presenting symptoms or challenges. Finally, our last step in helping you gain a positive, confident and happier future, is to discover your deepest root causes, which created the very first trigger(s). To put it simply, our driving force from day one is to help you quickly ensure you gain much improved: thinking, feeling and behaviour.
Most clients contact us with surface negative symptoms or challenges. Every client is totally unique, therefore our truly one-off, made-to-measure approach is needed and always provided. Most clients help us to slowly identify the real current trigger(s), creating the negative presenting symptoms or challenges. Finally, our last step in helping you gain a positive, confident and happier future, is to discover your deepest root causes, which created the very first trigger(s). To put it simply, our driving force from day one is to help you quickly ensure you gain much improved: thinking, feeling and behaviour.
Ex military, now multi skilled therapist.
Are you stuck, anxious, depressed, trying to piece together events or relationship impacts. Maybe you have a phobia, OCD or lost a loved one or pet. Whatever the problem, there are various solutions; EMDR, CBT, Talking, Trauma focused and hypnotherpy to aid positive personal growth, enabling you to feel better and find happiness.
Ex military, now multi skilled therapist.
Are you stuck, anxious, depressed, trying to piece together events or relationship impacts. Maybe you have a phobia, OCD or lost a loved one or pet. Whatever the problem, there are various solutions; EMDR, CBT, Talking, Trauma focused and hypnotherpy to aid positive personal growth, enabling you to feel better and find happiness.
I am a trauma therapist specialising in PTSD and complex trauma, with a particular focus on serving personnel, veterans, and emergency services professionals.
I offer trauma-informed, evidence-based psychotherapy grounded in specialist training and lived experience of trauma recovery. This allows me to work effectively with clients who struggle to trust, feel safe, or make sense of their reactions. My approach focuses on stabilising the nervous system and restoring choice.
I am a trauma therapist specialising in PTSD and complex trauma, with a particular focus on serving personnel, veterans, and emergency services professionals.
I offer trauma-informed, evidence-based psychotherapy grounded in specialist training and lived experience of trauma recovery. This allows me to work effectively with clients who struggle to trust, feel safe, or make sense of their reactions. My approach focuses on stabilising the nervous system and restoring choice.
Are you navigating a period where life no longer feels familiar, after loss, separation, relocation, illness, or a major life transition? Perhaps you’ve been holding everything together for a long time, yet quietly feel unmoored, uncertain, or unlike yourself.
You don’t have to face this period of change alone.
I work with adults facing significant change who want a calm, thoughtful space to make sense of what has shifted. Many of the people I support are capable, reflective individuals who find themselves at an unexpected crossroads — grieving not only what has been lost, but questioning who they are now and how to move forward.
Are you navigating a period where life no longer feels familiar, after loss, separation, relocation, illness, or a major life transition? Perhaps you’ve been holding everything together for a long time, yet quietly feel unmoored, uncertain, or unlike yourself.
You don’t have to face this period of change alone.
I work with adults facing significant change who want a calm, thoughtful space to make sense of what has shifted. Many of the people I support are capable, reflective individuals who find themselves at an unexpected crossroads — grieving not only what has been lost, but questioning who they are now and how to move forward.
Many of us faces issues and challenges, which over time pile up and can become too much to handle in our daily lives. Due to deeper, unresolved difficulties from our history, such as issues from our childhood or issues from our families, relationships or situations can feel difficult. You can improve your self-awareness and decision-making through therapy. It provides you more control over your life and also aids in the treatment of sadness, anxiety, and maybe loss-related grief and low self-esteem. The goal of therapy is to help you reach your maximum potential.
Many of us faces issues and challenges, which over time pile up and can become too much to handle in our daily lives. Due to deeper, unresolved difficulties from our history, such as issues from our childhood or issues from our families, relationships or situations can feel difficult. You can improve your self-awareness and decision-making through therapy. It provides you more control over your life and also aids in the treatment of sadness, anxiety, and maybe loss-related grief and low self-esteem. The goal of therapy is to help you reach your maximum potential.