Women's Issues 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.
Hi, I’m Kirstie,
Life can throw challenges our way and sometimes, we just need a space to pause, reflect, and make sense of what’s happening within and around us. That’s where counselling can really help.
My approach is person-centred, which means you lead the way. I don’t tell you what to do or offer quick fixes, instead, I listen, support, and walk alongside you as we explore your experiences together.
Counselling isn’t about changing who you are, it’s about rediscovering the parts of you that might have been silenced, lost, or overlooked along the way.
I’m here to help you reclaim what is yours...you.
Hi, I’m Kirstie,
Life can throw challenges our way and sometimes, we just need a space to pause, reflect, and make sense of what’s happening within and around us. That’s where counselling can really help.
My approach is person-centred, which means you lead the way. I don’t tell you what to do or offer quick fixes, instead, I listen, support, and walk alongside you as we explore your experiences together.
Counselling isn’t about changing who you are, it’s about rediscovering the parts of you that might have been silenced, lost, or overlooked along the way.
I’m here to help you reclaim what is yours...you.
Looking for a compassionate, experienced, kind clinical psychologist? Perhaps you feel a bit stuck, as though you can't make sense of why you are feeling the way you are, or struggling to take the steps you need to move forwards? Do you feel low, anxious, a bit lost or guilty and are finding this is getting in the way of your life? Maybe you struggle with the idea that you do deserve a good and happy life. Have you had difficult life experiences that are still haunting you now and preventing you being the person you want to be? Do these difficulties impact on your relationship with yourself, and your relationship with others?
Looking for a compassionate, experienced, kind clinical psychologist? Perhaps you feel a bit stuck, as though you can't make sense of why you are feeling the way you are, or struggling to take the steps you need to move forwards? Do you feel low, anxious, a bit lost or guilty and are finding this is getting in the way of your life? Maybe you struggle with the idea that you do deserve a good and happy life. Have you had difficult life experiences that are still haunting you now and preventing you being the person you want to be? Do these difficulties impact on your relationship with yourself, and your relationship with others?
I offer phone or video sessions throughout the English-speaking world. I try to be flexible, offering morning, afternoon, and evening sessions during the week and Sunday mornings.
I aim to create a warm, therapeutic safe space, exploring your past & here and now so that you can hopefully create a better future.
Life has away of throwing events at us that trigger trauma reactions, where past and present can effecting our daily lives. I have a post-graduate qualification in Trauma Focused Therapy where I have specialised training in PSTD and Complexed-PTSD. I work extensively with end of life, life changing and chronic illnesses.
I offer phone or video sessions throughout the English-speaking world. I try to be flexible, offering morning, afternoon, and evening sessions during the week and Sunday mornings.
I aim to create a warm, therapeutic safe space, exploring your past & here and now so that you can hopefully create a better future.
Life has away of throwing events at us that trigger trauma reactions, where past and present can effecting our daily lives. I have a post-graduate qualification in Trauma Focused Therapy where I have specialised training in PSTD and Complexed-PTSD. I work extensively with end of life, life changing and chronic illnesses.
You might be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or weighed down by the past. Maybe you're having nightmares or flashbacks and feeling hyper-alert to danger. You want to feel more in control, build confidence, and find ways to move forward, but you’re not sure where to start. Therapy can help.
You might be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or weighed down by the past. Maybe you're having nightmares or flashbacks and feeling hyper-alert to danger. You want to feel more in control, build confidence, and find ways to move forward, but you’re not sure where to start. Therapy can help.
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!
Taking the first step to seek help can feel daunting. I support adults and young people, and I understand there may be many reasons why you are considering counselling. That’s why finding the right therapist is so important. I offer a complimentary phone consultation to see if I’m right for you.
As a compassionate, experienced counsellor, psychotherapist and registered member of the BACP, I provide a warm, down-to-earth, safe and confidential space. Supporting you to explore your feelings, understand your experiences, and move towards positive change, personal growth, and increased resilience, at a pace that is right for you.
Taking the first step to seek help can feel daunting. I support adults and young people, and I understand there may be many reasons why you are considering counselling. That’s why finding the right therapist is so important. I offer a complimentary phone consultation to see if I’m right for you.
As a compassionate, experienced counsellor, psychotherapist and registered member of the BACP, I provide a warm, down-to-earth, safe and confidential space. Supporting you to explore your feelings, understand your experiences, and move towards positive change, personal growth, and increased resilience, at a pace that is right for you.
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.
Life can sometimes feel unmanageable, we can feel low and isolated and unsure of who to turn to. When we feel stuck in certain situations and these begin impacting on our mood and our behaviour, we can often need the support of an outside source to help us look at our situation more clearly and to help us regain control. This is where an experienced counsellor can really help. "My therapist has been a great help, a good listener, and has given me an insight into who I really am....I'm sure I will be better for her sound counselling."
Life can sometimes feel unmanageable, we can feel low and isolated and unsure of who to turn to. When we feel stuck in certain situations and these begin impacting on our mood and our behaviour, we can often need the support of an outside source to help us look at our situation more clearly and to help us regain control. This is where an experienced counsellor can really help. "My therapist has been a great help, a good listener, and has given me an insight into who I really am....I'm sure I will be better for her sound counselling."
A warm welcome to my profile. I have been in the field of emotional health for over 20 years & have contributed, either through counselling or research, to many people making a positive change in their life. You may be feeling stressed or 'not good enough' in life. Or wanting to make a big life decision or small manageable changes. I use various solution-focussed interventions. Some of my areas of interest are Personal Development & Growth & Change, using a solution-focussed toolkit, Imposter syndrome, Self-esteem & Confidence issues. Through my coaching & counselling skills, I can assist you in this journey of achieving your goal.
A warm welcome to my profile. I have been in the field of emotional health for over 20 years & have contributed, either through counselling or research, to many people making a positive change in their life. You may be feeling stressed or 'not good enough' in life. Or wanting to make a big life decision or small manageable changes. I use various solution-focussed interventions. Some of my areas of interest are Personal Development & Growth & Change, using a solution-focussed toolkit, Imposter syndrome, Self-esteem & Confidence issues. Through my coaching & counselling skills, I can assist you in this journey of achieving your goal.
"Having walked a certain path, as a Christian, my Faith in God and leaning on Him has been the greatest pillar I ever held on to experiencing my own post-traumatic growth. However, I value individual differences, respect, diversity, culture, integrity, honesty and ability to find your own path, grow, connect and build an enduring relationship. I firmly believe individuals can be empowered to find their own solutions. I am aware I might not have all the answers or solutions, but I could give one or two suggestions. I am happy to sit with people who find themselves in a dilemma, stuck in difficult and uncomfortable situations".
"Having walked a certain path, as a Christian, my Faith in God and leaning on Him has been the greatest pillar I ever held on to experiencing my own post-traumatic growth. However, I value individual differences, respect, diversity, culture, integrity, honesty and ability to find your own path, grow, connect and build an enduring relationship. I firmly believe individuals can be empowered to find their own solutions. I am aware I might not have all the answers or solutions, but I could give one or two suggestions. I am happy to sit with people who find themselves in a dilemma, stuck in difficult and uncomfortable situations".
Hi, I'm Jo, welcome to my profile. Are you feeling low, stuck, lost or anxious? I can help. I offer a safe space to help you try to understand your feelings and bring about positive change. Counselling can provide perspective, validation, clarity and a better awareness of self. I commonly deal with low mood, anxiety, loss, family/relationship problems, abuse, low self esteem, midlife/menopausal stresses.
Hi, I'm Jo, welcome to my profile. Are you feeling low, stuck, lost or anxious? I can help. I offer a safe space to help you try to understand your feelings and bring about positive change. Counselling can provide perspective, validation, clarity and a better awareness of self. I commonly deal with low mood, anxiety, loss, family/relationship problems, abuse, low self esteem, midlife/menopausal stresses.
I offer compassionate, evidence-based therapy tailored to your needs. With 20 years NHS experience and training in EMDR (including intensive EMDR), CBT, and compassion focused therapy, I help adults recover from trauma, anxiety, stress and burnout.
Set number of sessions or longer term therapy available.
I also have a special interest in supporting parents - whether adjusting to parenthood, recovering from birth trauma, or caring for children with additional needs.
I offer compassionate, evidence-based therapy tailored to your needs. With 20 years NHS experience and training in EMDR (including intensive EMDR), CBT, and compassion focused therapy, I help adults recover from trauma, anxiety, stress and burnout.
Set number of sessions or longer term therapy available.
I also have a special interest in supporting parents - whether adjusting to parenthood, recovering from birth trauma, or caring for children with additional needs.
I am an HCPC-registered Art Psychotherapist based in Manchester. I provide a safe, non-judgemental space for clients who are finding life difficult to navigate, feeling exhausted, disconnected, stuck, overwhelmed or finding themselves not able to do the things they used to love to do. Rooted in a person-centred, integrative approach, I draw on attachment theory, guided drawing, and grounding skills. I believe art therapy is a powerful, evidence-based way to heal when talking therapies haven’t felt enough, supporting clients to create, connect, and heal from within. Art therapy can offer ways to turn the volume down on thoughts.
I am an HCPC-registered Art Psychotherapist based in Manchester. I provide a safe, non-judgemental space for clients who are finding life difficult to navigate, feeling exhausted, disconnected, stuck, overwhelmed or finding themselves not able to do the things they used to love to do. Rooted in a person-centred, integrative approach, I draw on attachment theory, guided drawing, and grounding skills. I believe art therapy is a powerful, evidence-based way to heal when talking therapies haven’t felt enough, supporting clients to create, connect, and heal from within. Art therapy can offer ways to turn the volume down on thoughts.
If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, loss, trauma, or another emotional difficulty, I offer a safe, understanding space where you can begin to make sense of what you’re going through and start the process of healing. Many of the people I work with describe feeling overwhelmed by their thoughts, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or weighed down by self-criticism or painful memories. Others find themselves disconnected from who they are, unsure how to move forward after loss or change. Whatever you’re facing, I will meet you with empathy and respect — helping you to find clarity, relief, and new ways of coping.
If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, loss, trauma, or another emotional difficulty, I offer a safe, understanding space where you can begin to make sense of what you’re going through and start the process of healing. Many of the people I work with describe feeling overwhelmed by their thoughts, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or weighed down by self-criticism or painful memories. Others find themselves disconnected from who they are, unsure how to move forward after loss or change. Whatever you’re facing, I will meet you with empathy and respect — helping you to find clarity, relief, and new ways of coping.
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.
Hi, my name is Karin and I'm a qualified clinical psychologist with over 14 years experience of working with people with a range of different mental health problems. I can offer an integrated psychological approach as I qualified as a clinical psychologist and have since then also become professionally registered as an EMDR Consultant and a Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) practitioner. I have also been trained in and use CBT. Alongside offering therapy, I also provide supervision to other therapists/psychologists. WEBSITE: www.adamsonpsychologicalservices.co.uk
Hi, my name is Karin and I'm a qualified clinical psychologist with over 14 years experience of working with people with a range of different mental health problems. I can offer an integrated psychological approach as I qualified as a clinical psychologist and have since then also become professionally registered as an EMDR Consultant and a Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) practitioner. I have also been trained in and use CBT. Alongside offering therapy, I also provide supervision to other therapists/psychologists. WEBSITE: www.adamsonpsychologicalservices.co.uk
I am a qualified Psychotherapist and Hypnotherapist with over 15 years experience.
I specialise in working with Addiction, Trauma, Depression and Anxiety.
I am a fellow of the National Society of Talking Therapies and registered with the United Kingdom Council of Psychotherapy (UKCP). I trained at the highest accredited training provider for Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy in the country. I offer a friendly and confidential service. I believe strongly that we all have a capacity to achieve our goals and are able to overcome issues and obstacles that have arisen recently or been with us since childhood.
I am a qualified Psychotherapist and Hypnotherapist with over 15 years experience.
I specialise in working with Addiction, Trauma, Depression and Anxiety.
I am a fellow of the National Society of Talking Therapies and registered with the United Kingdom Council of Psychotherapy (UKCP). I trained at the highest accredited training provider for Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy in the country. I offer a friendly and confidential service. I believe strongly that we all have a capacity to achieve our goals and are able to overcome issues and obstacles that have arisen recently or been with us since childhood.
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If you're always the one holding it together, yet feeling exhausted inside, overwhelmed or constantly questioning yourself, you're in the right place.
Perhaps you're juggling work, family, and everyone else's expectations while quietly running on empty. Maybe your mind never switches off, you overthink everything, or you've become so used to putting yourself last that you don't know what you need.
If you're always the one holding it together, yet feeling exhausted inside, overwhelmed or constantly questioning yourself, you're in the right place.
Perhaps you're juggling work, family, and everyone else's expectations while quietly running on empty. Maybe your mind never switches off, you overthink everything, or you've become so used to putting yourself last that you don't know what you need.
Hello! I am a friendly, down-to-earth therapist, passionate about the healing work of psychotherapy. Whether you are coming to therapy because of emotional, social or mental heath issues, I am always interested in listening to your own particular story, helping you gain a greater understanding of yourself an achieve a greater sense of well being. Alongside my formal training, I draw from a broad life experience including motherhood, growing up abroad and a career as a professional orchestral musician for the past 20 years, as well as my own therapeutic journey.
Hello! I am a friendly, down-to-earth therapist, passionate about the healing work of psychotherapy. Whether you are coming to therapy because of emotional, social or mental heath issues, I am always interested in listening to your own particular story, helping you gain a greater understanding of yourself an achieve a greater sense of well being. Alongside my formal training, I draw from a broad life experience including motherhood, growing up abroad and a career as a professional orchestral musician for the past 20 years, as well as my own therapeutic journey.
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How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realised.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.