Sleep or Insomnia Counselling in Sale

Mobeen Akhtar
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
5 Endorsed
Sale M33
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.
0161 524 8631 View 0161 524 8631
Samantha Chater
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Sale M33
Life changes, loss, the pressure of keeping everything going, or ADHD-related overwhelm can leave you feeling stuck, anxious, or unsure of who you are anymore. You may be tired of always being the steady one, longing for a space where you can drop the mask and be honest about how things really feel. I offer a calm, down-to-earth place to talk things through, make sense of what’s been building up, and begin to feel clearer, steadier, and more like yourself again..
Life changes, loss, the pressure of keeping everything going, or ADHD-related overwhelm can leave you feeling stuck, anxious, or unsure of who you are anymore. You may be tired of always being the steady one, longing for a space where you can drop the mask and be honest about how things really feel. I offer a calm, down-to-earth place to talk things through, make sense of what’s been building up, and begin to feel clearer, steadier, and more like yourself again..
0161 524 2748 View 0161 524 2748
Lisa Allen
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
1 Endorsed
Sale M33
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.
0161 524 0244 View 0161 524 0244
Nurjis Ahmed
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Sale M33
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.
0161 524 1101 View 0161 524 1101
Michaela Verby
Psychotherapist, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Sale M33
Are you aware that something isn't right, but every attempt to change feels overwhelming, unclear or out of reach? If it's time to try something new, I invite you to work with me exactly as you are. Within our warm and genuine relationship we will heal the roots of your pain and discover a path forward that feels truly aligned to you.
Are you aware that something isn't right, but every attempt to change feels overwhelming, unclear or out of reach? If it's time to try something new, I invite you to work with me exactly as you are. Within our warm and genuine relationship we will heal the roots of your pain and discover a path forward that feels truly aligned to you.
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Katarina Machatova
Counsellor, MBACP
Sale M33
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.
020 3872 2256 View 020 3872 2256
Yvonne Elizabeth Meidlinger
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I believe that the therapist and client come together as a team to work through issues that may stand in the way of you reaching your potential. Through my training, I have mainly used Transactional Analysis, but also have some experience working in a solution-focussed way and like to work integratively as each person is an individual who may like to work in a different way. I work with people on a range of issues, but find that I work with people with anxiety or depression most commonly, and pride myself on working hard to make people feel at ease.
I believe that the therapist and client come together as a team to work through issues that may stand in the way of you reaching your potential. Through my training, I have mainly used Transactional Analysis, but also have some experience working in a solution-focussed way and like to work integratively as each person is an individual who may like to work in a different way. I work with people on a range of issues, but find that I work with people with anxiety or depression most commonly, and pride myself on working hard to make people feel at ease.
0161 850 7103 View 0161 850 7103
Connecting Rainbows LTD
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I work with children and adults! When working with children, I like to involve the parents where possible. When working with adults, motivation is always effective in making change. I enjoy thinking with clients about realistic and long lasting goals, and I spend time working on a formulation to understand which patterns may be helping or hindering those I support.
I work with children and adults! When working with children, I like to involve the parents where possible. When working with adults, motivation is always effective in making change. I enjoy thinking with clients about realistic and long lasting goals, and I spend time working on a formulation to understand which patterns may be helping or hindering those I support.
01606 663932 View 01606 663932
Dr Julija Jain
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
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
01707 246828 View 01707 246828
Dr Hoyin Chan
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
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.
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Jo Fowles Psychotherapy and Counselling
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello and a warm welcome! I'm Jo, an Integrative Therapist offering counselling and psychotherapy services from two comfortable locations in Manchester City Centre and Chorlton. I work with adults on a wide range of issues. I have specialist training in attachment and trauma, addictions, childhood trauma, fostering and adoption, somatic approaches, EMDR, transactional analysis and CBT. I am here to support you through difficult periods in life, relationship/family challenges, depression, anxiety, low mood, life changes /transitions. We can co creatively explore what's causing you to not feel like yourself.
Hello and a warm welcome! I'm Jo, an Integrative Therapist offering counselling and psychotherapy services from two comfortable locations in Manchester City Centre and Chorlton. I work with adults on a wide range of issues. I have specialist training in attachment and trauma, addictions, childhood trauma, fostering and adoption, somatic approaches, EMDR, transactional analysis and CBT. I am here to support you through difficult periods in life, relationship/family challenges, depression, anxiety, low mood, life changes /transitions. We can co creatively explore what's causing you to not feel like yourself.
0161 524 7316 View 0161 524 7316
Beyond the Surface Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I am Sam. I'm qualified in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT) and EMDR Therapy which are evidenced based approaches endorsed by the NHS. Change is possible. I have worked with hundreds of clients with common mental health problems including Generalised anxiety, Social anxiety, Health anxiety, Panic Disorder, OCD, PTSD, Depression and those with interpersonal difficulties. I have witnessed the incredible efforts clients have made with my support to reduce their problems and to live better. I will work with you to overcome your problems and remove barriers to continued personal growth.
Hi, I am Sam. I'm qualified in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT) and EMDR Therapy which are evidenced based approaches endorsed by the NHS. Change is possible. I have worked with hundreds of clients with common mental health problems including Generalised anxiety, Social anxiety, Health anxiety, Panic Disorder, OCD, PTSD, Depression and those with interpersonal difficulties. I have witnessed the incredible efforts clients have made with my support to reduce their problems and to live better. I will work with you to overcome your problems and remove barriers to continued personal growth.
0161 524 1825 View 0161 524 1825
Hayley Saunders
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I am a warm and passionate Clinical Psychologist with experience of practicing and training in a range of evidence based approaches, including: Psycho-dynamic therapy (exploring past and present interpersonal relationship patterns and impact on current difficulties), CBT, Compassionate Focused Therapy, Mentalisation Based Therapy and EMDR. As an integrative practitioner, I am able offer a flexible and responsive approach to your individual needs. I believe in the importance of providing a therapeutic space, that enables clients to explore their inner world safely and confidentially, acknowledging that it can be hard to seek help.
I am a warm and passionate Clinical Psychologist with experience of practicing and training in a range of evidence based approaches, including: Psycho-dynamic therapy (exploring past and present interpersonal relationship patterns and impact on current difficulties), CBT, Compassionate Focused Therapy, Mentalisation Based Therapy and EMDR. As an integrative practitioner, I am able offer a flexible and responsive approach to your individual needs. I believe in the importance of providing a therapeutic space, that enables clients to explore their inner world safely and confidentially, acknowledging that it can be hard to seek help.
01890 230064 View 01890 230064
Jon Morgan
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Clinical conditions I treat include Panic Disorder, Phobias, OCD and emotionally rooted physiological conditions such as blushing, insomnia, and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
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.
Clinical conditions I treat include Panic Disorder, Phobias, OCD and emotionally rooted physiological conditions such as blushing, insomnia, and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
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.
0161 524 9414 View 0161 524 9414
Ruth Mykoo
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Sometimes life throws us challenges both through past and present experiences, which knock us off our feet and we become engulfed in uncertainty, worry and fear. It could be that we start to doubt ourselves and feel that we are not good enough or we are unable to cope, leading to anxiety and depression. Whatever you are going through, it deserves care, attention and compassion. You may be struggling to make meaning of what is going on around as you navigate life changes or have experienced traumatic events that you need some relief from. Whatever you are going through, I hope to help.
Sometimes life throws us challenges both through past and present experiences, which knock us off our feet and we become engulfed in uncertainty, worry and fear. It could be that we start to doubt ourselves and feel that we are not good enough or we are unable to cope, leading to anxiety and depression. Whatever you are going through, it deserves care, attention and compassion. You may be struggling to make meaning of what is going on around as you navigate life changes or have experienced traumatic events that you need some relief from. Whatever you are going through, I hope to help.
0161 696 0920 View 0161 696 0920
Dr Keely Lewis-Clarke
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I qualified as a Clinical Psychologist in 2009 and have over 18 years experience working for the NHS. I worked in the Specialty of Weight Management for 8 years. My aim was to help people understand the psychological barriers to making health-related changes. I work with people to explore the reasons behind obesity, overweight, binge eating, emotion-driven eating (comfort eating) and/or difficulties breaking the cycle of yo-yo dieting. I also help people improve their relationships with food, their bodies and with themselves.
I qualified as a Clinical Psychologist in 2009 and have over 18 years experience working for the NHS. I worked in the Specialty of Weight Management for 8 years. My aim was to help people understand the psychological barriers to making health-related changes. I work with people to explore the reasons behind obesity, overweight, binge eating, emotion-driven eating (comfort eating) and/or difficulties breaking the cycle of yo-yo dieting. I also help people improve their relationships with food, their bodies and with themselves.
0161 524 0594 View 0161 524 0594
Andrea Szentgyorgyi
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Serves Area
I am specialised in anxiety, insomnia, tinnitus, IBS, emotional infertility, pre- and postnatal mental health, and a trauma-informed EMDR practitioner.
Therapy solutions: integrative psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, EMDR, CBT, and many techniques and approaches are used to find the right approach for you. We will work together to change your life, response patterns, thinking, and habits, or improve your mental and emotional well-being. The appointments are flexible; you do not have to attend at the same time every week. Single-session therapy is available, too.
I am specialised in anxiety, insomnia, tinnitus, IBS, emotional infertility, pre- and postnatal mental health, and a trauma-informed EMDR practitioner.
Therapy solutions: integrative psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, EMDR, CBT, and many techniques and approaches are used to find the right approach for you. We will work together to change your life, response patterns, thinking, and habits, or improve your mental and emotional well-being. The appointments are flexible; you do not have to attend at the same time every week. Single-session therapy is available, too.
0161 524 2406 View 0161 524 2406
Ross Charnock
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Serves Area
I am an experienced psychotherapist with a strong track record helping patients within the NHS. I offer a safe, consistent setting in private practice to help patients make changes that are not as easily achieved in time-limited therapy. I practice psychodynamic and psychoanalytic therapy, which sees conscious difficulties in our lives as solutions to unconscious problems. It helps with common mental health problems, like anxiety and depression, including trauma, but allows for a deeper appreciation of our internal world to alleviate our everyday disquiet in profound and subtle ways, almost like a volume control being turned down.
I am an experienced psychotherapist with a strong track record helping patients within the NHS. I offer a safe, consistent setting in private practice to help patients make changes that are not as easily achieved in time-limited therapy. I practice psychodynamic and psychoanalytic therapy, which sees conscious difficulties in our lives as solutions to unconscious problems. It helps with common mental health problems, like anxiety and depression, including trauma, but allows for a deeper appreciation of our internal world to alleviate our everyday disquiet in profound and subtle ways, almost like a volume control being turned down.
01422 411235 View 01422 411235
Elpida Giousef
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to turn, you can reach out. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma and PTSD, painful relationships, or suicidal thoughts, you don’t have to face this alone. Get in touch, I offer a space for you to be heard, as a human to human. Together, we explore what hurts, understand what is happening inside you, and reconnect with your strength and hope, one step at a time.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to turn, you can reach out. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma and PTSD, painful relationships, or suicidal thoughts, you don’t have to face this alone. Get in touch, I offer a space for you to be heard, as a human to human. Together, we explore what hurts, understand what is happening inside you, and reconnect with your strength and hope, one step at a time.
0161 524 0965 View 0161 524 0965
Alex Jenkins, GET Therapy: Ground, Empower, Thrive
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Hello, I specialise in working online with Trauma, PTSD and historical abuse; with the survivors or those living with and supporting survivors. I work in a gentle, safe, yet powerfully effective trauma-informed way. I offer a FREE 30-60 minute consultation so that you can meet me and ask any questions without obligation. I could help you: 'put the past in the past'; come to terms with your past; manage triggers, emotions, flashbacks and nightmares; explore relationships with others (past and present); manage shame, anger, anxiety, depression & feeling overwhelmed.
Hello, I specialise in working online with Trauma, PTSD and historical abuse; with the survivors or those living with and supporting survivors. I work in a gentle, safe, yet powerfully effective trauma-informed way. I offer a FREE 30-60 minute consultation so that you can meet me and ask any questions without obligation. I could help you: 'put the past in the past'; come to terms with your past; manage triggers, emotions, flashbacks and nightmares; explore relationships with others (past and present); manage shame, anger, anxiety, depression & feeling overwhelmed.
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Sleep or Insomnia Counsellors
How effective is treatment for insomnia?
The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.

Are there specific medications for sleep problems?
There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.

Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?
There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.

What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?
Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.