LGBTQ+ Affirming Counselling in Sale
I specialise in working with: LGBTQIA+ adults, neurodivergent adults, eating disorders, supporters/families of above.
I often work with people who have tried therapy and got told they were self aware but didn't find it very useful.
During sessions we may predominantly talk through things, or we may incorporate other forms of expression like art, poetry, or music to access and help to incorporate your emotional and logical self.
I specialise in working with: LGBTQIA+ adults, neurodivergent adults, eating disorders, supporters/families of above.
I often work with people who have tried therapy and got told they were self aware but didn't find it very useful.
During sessions we may predominantly talk through things, or we may incorporate other forms of expression like art, poetry, or music to access and help to incorporate your emotional and logical self.
As a neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+ counsellor, I’ve created a space where people can exhale, explore, and begin to heal — a space grounded in authenticity, acceptance, and care.
Life can feel heavy at times, and it’s easy to feel stuck or overwhelmed. You don’t have to face it alone. In our sessions, we connect in a calm, wooden cabin nestled in a peaceful garden surrounded by trees, a space rooted in authenticity and acceptance, where you can slow down, breathe, and explore what’s happening for you.
As a neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+ counsellor, I’ve created a space where people can exhale, explore, and begin to heal — a space grounded in authenticity, acceptance, and care.
Life can feel heavy at times, and it’s easy to feel stuck or overwhelmed. You don’t have to face it alone. In our sessions, we connect in a calm, wooden cabin nestled in a peaceful garden surrounded by trees, a space rooted in authenticity and acceptance, where you can slow down, breathe, and explore what’s happening for you.
Whether you are navigating a loss in your life, struggling with addiction, or exploring your identity within the LGBTQIA+ community, I believe you already hold within yourself the resources needed for growth and healing.
There are many different types of therapy, and mine is called Person Centred Therapy. The main things that set this type of therapy apart are that I do not provide advice to you, I accept you truly as you are, and the content of each session is led by you, tailored to your needs.
Whether you are navigating a loss in your life, struggling with addiction, or exploring your identity within the LGBTQIA+ community, I believe you already hold within yourself the resources needed for growth and healing.
There are many different types of therapy, and mine is called Person Centred Therapy. The main things that set this type of therapy apart are that I do not provide advice to you, I accept you truly as you are, and the content of each session is led by you, tailored to your needs.
As an experienced BACP-registered Counsellor and Psychotherapist, I provide a warm, confidential, and non-judgemental environment where you can talk openly about whatever is troubling you.
My approach is primarily Person-Centred, which means I work alongside you with empathy, respect and understanding. I also draw on a range of therapeutic approaches, including CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Transactional Analysis, and Mindfulness, enabling me to tailor sessions to your individual needs and help you develop greater self-awareness, resilience, and wellbeing.
As an experienced BACP-registered Counsellor and Psychotherapist, I provide a warm, confidential, and non-judgemental environment where you can talk openly about whatever is troubling you.
My approach is primarily Person-Centred, which means I work alongside you with empathy, respect and understanding. I also draw on a range of therapeutic approaches, including CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Transactional Analysis, and Mindfulness, enabling me to tailor sessions to your individual needs and help you develop greater self-awareness, resilience, and wellbeing.
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, people pleasing, or stuck in a place that leads you to being frustrated or anxious in your life? Maybe it is starting to impact on those closest to you and you are now looking for a different experience. As a fully qualified and highly experienced therapist, I work one-to-one with adults on a whole range of different presenting issues that can include anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship issues, and unhelpful patterns of behaviour. People access therapy when they find that they are stuck not knowing what to do next, or how to get out of repetitive and destructive situations. I can help.
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, people pleasing, or stuck in a place that leads you to being frustrated or anxious in your life? Maybe it is starting to impact on those closest to you and you are now looking for a different experience. As a fully qualified and highly experienced therapist, I work one-to-one with adults on a whole range of different presenting issues that can include anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship issues, and unhelpful patterns of behaviour. People access therapy when they find that they are stuck not knowing what to do next, or how to get out of repetitive and destructive situations. I can help.
Are you gripped by anxiety or tired-out because of a low mood and lack of purpose? Or is drink or drugs causing problems in your life? Perhaps you're continually seeking sex or using pornography even when you don't really want to be? Or maybe you just need to be able to talk through what's on your mind without feeling judged, knowing that something isn’t right, even when it’s hard to name exactly what it is.
These are the main reasons men come to me for counselling, working online (UK/international) or in-person (south Manchester).
Are you gripped by anxiety or tired-out because of a low mood and lack of purpose? Or is drink or drugs causing problems in your life? Perhaps you're continually seeking sex or using pornography even when you don't really want to be? Or maybe you just need to be able to talk through what's on your mind without feeling judged, knowing that something isn’t right, even when it’s hard to name exactly what it is.
These are the main reasons men come to me for counselling, working online (UK/international) or in-person (south Manchester).
I have many years of experience supporting children, young people, parents and carers. In my work as an art psychotherapist, I help people who may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, attachment difficulties, self-harm, depression, low self-esteem or questions around identity.
I also have a strong interest in therapeutic parenting and understand how challenging family life can sometimes feel. My aim is to create a calm, safe and supportive space where you or your child can explore thoughts and feelings without judgement.
Art therapy can help express emotions that may be hard to say out loud.
I have many years of experience supporting children, young people, parents and carers. In my work as an art psychotherapist, I help people who may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, attachment difficulties, self-harm, depression, low self-esteem or questions around identity.
I also have a strong interest in therapeutic parenting and understand how challenging family life can sometimes feel. My aim is to create a calm, safe and supportive space where you or your child can explore thoughts and feelings without judgement.
Art therapy can help express emotions that may be hard to say out loud.
Perhaps you are feeling low in confidence or maybe you feel stuck in a cycle of behaviour that leaves you frustrated and isolated. You might be struggling with feelings of loneliness, grief or painful experiences that you can’t seem to move past. Therapy can offer a space where you can be heard, accepted and supported in a non-judgemental and compassionate way. I offer a warm, empathic and confidential space, where you can explore your personal difficulties and develop greater self awareness and understanding, which can lead to long term change.
Perhaps you are feeling low in confidence or maybe you feel stuck in a cycle of behaviour that leaves you frustrated and isolated. You might be struggling with feelings of loneliness, grief or painful experiences that you can’t seem to move past. Therapy can offer a space where you can be heard, accepted and supported in a non-judgemental and compassionate way. I offer a warm, empathic and confidential space, where you can explore your personal difficulties and develop greater self awareness and understanding, which can lead to long term change.
Sharing difficulties with a stranger can be daunting, but often better than facing them alone. Explore your experiences during our sessions together and find a way to understand, cope and thrive in this ever challenging world. Start today.
Sharing difficulties with a stranger can be daunting, but often better than facing them alone. Explore your experiences during our sessions together and find a way to understand, cope and thrive in this ever challenging world. Start today.
If you're willing to gently turn inward, ask yourself some uncomfortable yet meaningful questions, and bring your full self into a therapeutic relationship, I'm ready to work with you. Many of my clients come with anxiety, trauma, ADHD, grief, relationship difficulties, identity questions, or a sense of feeling stuck or disconnected. Together, we explore not only what is happening, but also why, creating opportunities for deeper understanding and meaningful change.
If you're willing to gently turn inward, ask yourself some uncomfortable yet meaningful questions, and bring your full self into a therapeutic relationship, I'm ready to work with you. Many of my clients come with anxiety, trauma, ADHD, grief, relationship difficulties, identity questions, or a sense of feeling stuck or disconnected. Together, we explore not only what is happening, but also why, creating opportunities for deeper understanding and meaningful change.
I specialise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy focussing on Children, Adolescents and Adults. My experience has allowed me to help people who have suffered from a wide range of mental health conditions including eating disorders, self harm, substance abuse, gambling, depression, phobias and trauma.
I specialise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy focussing on Children, Adolescents and Adults. My experience has allowed me to help people who have suffered from a wide range of mental health conditions including eating disorders, self harm, substance abuse, gambling, depression, phobias and trauma.
Are you feeling upset and low ! Are you sick of unwanted thoughts messing up your day or struggling with anxiety and needing some support. I work collaboratively and support clients each step of the way, I work on individual needs tailoring my interventions to each problem. I work with a wide range of clients with various disorders working innovatively and creatively. I guide many clients to recovery by using a range of tailored CBT techniques. Together, we identify unhelpful thought patterns, develop healthy coping strategies and work through trauma in a safe and constructive way.
Are you feeling upset and low ! Are you sick of unwanted thoughts messing up your day or struggling with anxiety and needing some support. I work collaboratively and support clients each step of the way, I work on individual needs tailoring my interventions to each problem. I work with a wide range of clients with various disorders working innovatively and creatively. I guide many clients to recovery by using a range of tailored CBT techniques. Together, we identify unhelpful thought patterns, develop healthy coping strategies and work through trauma in a safe and constructive way.
Sometimes life changes us in ways we don't fully understand. Many of the people I work with come to counselling after experiences that have left them feeling overwhelmed, stuck or disconnected from themselves. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, bereavement, relationship difficulties, trauma, low self-esteem or a significant life transition, I offer a warm, thoughtful space where we can make sense of your experiences together and gently reconnect with the parts of yourself that may have become difficult to reach.
Sometimes life changes us in ways we don't fully understand. Many of the people I work with come to counselling after experiences that have left them feeling overwhelmed, stuck or disconnected from themselves. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, bereavement, relationship difficulties, trauma, low self-esteem or a significant life transition, I offer a warm, thoughtful space where we can make sense of your experiences together and gently reconnect with the parts of yourself that may have become difficult to reach.
Share your problems, Challenge them, Learn new ways of coping and experience Change with my psychological services. I have over 10 years of training and practice in the most effective therapies aimed at helping people with complex and less complex mental health needs. As a highly skilled Chartered Counselling Psychologist, I can help you feel empowered and gain control of yourself and your responses to challenging situations. Book yourself for an initial psychological assessment session which will help us to have a better understanding of your issues and what specific approach is needed to resolve these issues: www.drjulijajain.com
Share your problems, Challenge them, Learn new ways of coping and experience Change with my psychological services. I have over 10 years of training and practice in the most effective therapies aimed at helping people with complex and less complex mental health needs. As a highly skilled Chartered Counselling Psychologist, I can help you feel empowered and gain control of yourself and your responses to challenging situations. Book yourself for an initial psychological assessment session which will help us to have a better understanding of your issues and what specific approach is needed to resolve these issues: www.drjulijajain.com
Why do we feel like we do?
Maybe anxious? Maybe depressed? Maybe self-critical? Maybe not able to interact with others as we'd like and feeling like our relationships could be better?
Maybe just feeling like we could be living a happier more fulfilled and engaged life?
The patterns of how we feel now have been laid down in our past. Our feelings and behaviours are all there for a reason - usually in ways that somehow protected earlier versions of ourselves.
In therapy we can safely and kindly explore how you are feeling now, where your feelings have come from and how we can approach life differently.
Why do we feel like we do?
Maybe anxious? Maybe depressed? Maybe self-critical? Maybe not able to interact with others as we'd like and feeling like our relationships could be better?
Maybe just feeling like we could be living a happier more fulfilled and engaged life?
The patterns of how we feel now have been laid down in our past. Our feelings and behaviours are all there for a reason - usually in ways that somehow protected earlier versions of ourselves.
In therapy we can safely and kindly explore how you are feeling now, where your feelings have come from and how we can approach life differently.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or burdened by life's challenges? Many people I work with are hardworking professionals who carry more than they let on. From the outside your life may look fine, but inside something hasn't felt right for a while. Perhaps you're struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-worth, or patterns in relationships that keep repeating. For others it's more specific — trauma that still surfaces, or the weight of a long-term or life-changing health condition. You don't need to be in crisis, or have it all figured out. Often, simply knowing something needs to change is reason enough to reach out.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or burdened by life's challenges? Many people I work with are hardworking professionals who carry more than they let on. From the outside your life may look fine, but inside something hasn't felt right for a while. Perhaps you're struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-worth, or patterns in relationships that keep repeating. For others it's more specific — trauma that still surfaces, or the weight of a long-term or life-changing health condition. You don't need to be in crisis, or have it all figured out. Often, simply knowing something needs to change is reason enough to reach out.
I work in a structured, compassionate and supportive way to help you overcome overwhelming emotions such as anxiety, depression, anger, jealousy, guilt and shame, and find greater clarity and fulfilment. My approach will help you make these complex issues more manageable and we can start to address them bit by bit. I will share insights, offer practical strategies and work with you to access your own inner resources, take action and make real changes in your life.
I work in a structured, compassionate and supportive way to help you overcome overwhelming emotions such as anxiety, depression, anger, jealousy, guilt and shame, and find greater clarity and fulfilment. My approach will help you make these complex issues more manageable and we can start to address them bit by bit. I will share insights, offer practical strategies and work with you to access your own inner resources, take action and make real changes in your life.
Hey, I'm an EMDR & Trauma psychotherapist working online. My approach to therapy is integrative, meaning I use different therapy methods, such as EMDR, that will help with your process. My speciality is working with trauma, specifically childhood and sexual trauma. I have additional training working with neurodivergence and EMDR. Further information on my training and background can be found on my website listed below.
Hey, I'm an EMDR & Trauma psychotherapist working online. My approach to therapy is integrative, meaning I use different therapy methods, such as EMDR, that will help with your process. My speciality is working with trauma, specifically childhood and sexual trauma. I have additional training working with neurodivergence and EMDR. Further information on my training and background can be found on my website listed below.
When we are struggling and in pain, the need to be heard, understood, to be appreciated and valued and to feel safe is crucial to our healing. I have over 25 years experience working with families, couples, individuals, children & groups with mental health concerns and/or addictions and specialize in trauma. I work collaboratively alongside you, providing guidance on your journey towards healing. You know your strengths, areas for personal growth & your feelings. I know how the mind works, about how to push through barriers that hold you back, about recovery & healing. Together we will embark on a journey that is beneficial to you.
When we are struggling and in pain, the need to be heard, understood, to be appreciated and valued and to feel safe is crucial to our healing. I have over 25 years experience working with families, couples, individuals, children & groups with mental health concerns and/or addictions and specialize in trauma. I work collaboratively alongside you, providing guidance on your journey towards healing. You know your strengths, areas for personal growth & your feelings. I know how the mind works, about how to push through barriers that hold you back, about recovery & healing. Together we will embark on a journey that is beneficial to you.
I have been practicing as a full-time Counsellor since 2002. I have worked in a variety of settings and for a wide variety of clients from young children to couples. I work as a Client Centred therapist helping clients find ways to live a more fulfilling life. Helping clients find out who they are, not who they are trying or feel they ought to be. I do a lot of work with children, students and young adults. I have also, since 2003, done short term EAP work in my private practice for a local housing association.
I have been practicing as a full-time Counsellor since 2002. I have worked in a variety of settings and for a wide variety of clients from young children to couples. I work as a Client Centred therapist helping clients find ways to live a more fulfilling life. Helping clients find out who they are, not who they are trying or feel they ought to be. I do a lot of work with children, students and young adults. I have also, since 2003, done short term EAP work in my private practice for a local housing association.
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LGBTQ+ Counsellors
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialised training, either during their degree programme or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalisation in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialised training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.