Geriatric Counselling in Salford

Gail Fletcher
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
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.
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Andrea Sarah Lawton
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Serves Area
People access therapy for many different reasons, but generally we are most likely to reach out for help when our usual coping strategies are no longer effective. At these times it is not always helpful or possible to turn to family or friends, and their well-meaning support may not always help. I will provide a calm and confidential space where you will be able to safely share what is troubling you.
People access therapy for many different reasons, but generally we are most likely to reach out for help when our usual coping strategies are no longer effective. At these times it is not always helpful or possible to turn to family or friends, and their well-meaning support may not always help. I will provide a calm and confidential space where you will be able to safely share what is troubling you.
0161 543 0659 View 0161 543 0659
Richard Hobbs
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist. I work with a range of people who have experienced adversity in life. I have worked in the NHS for 10 plus years. I currently work in the NHS supporting affected by the infected blood scandal and people with bleeding disorders. My specialities include: supporting people who live with chronic health conditions and/or trauma. I have seen a range of issues including: anxiety, depression, loss, weight issues, grief and trauma. I also work extensively with people from the LGBT+ community. I am able support those who live with neurodivergence.
I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist. I work with a range of people who have experienced adversity in life. I have worked in the NHS for 10 plus years. I currently work in the NHS supporting affected by the infected blood scandal and people with bleeding disorders. My specialities include: supporting people who live with chronic health conditions and/or trauma. I have seen a range of issues including: anxiety, depression, loss, weight issues, grief and trauma. I also work extensively with people from the LGBT+ community. I am able support those who live with neurodivergence.
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Anita Dutton
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Anita, and I believe counselling can offer a calm, reflective space where you can begin to understand yourself more deeply and make sense of what you’re experiencing. People come to counselling for different reasons. You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure why things feel difficult. You might be facing a specific challenge, noticing old patterns repeating, or finding that past experiences are still shaping your present. Sometimes there’s a sense that something isn’t right, and you want space to explore it. You don’t need to arrive with the right words or know what you want to work on, we can begin wherever you are.
Hi, I’m Anita, and I believe counselling can offer a calm, reflective space where you can begin to understand yourself more deeply and make sense of what you’re experiencing. People come to counselling for different reasons. You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure why things feel difficult. You might be facing a specific challenge, noticing old patterns repeating, or finding that past experiences are still shaping your present. Sometimes there’s a sense that something isn’t right, and you want space to explore it. You don’t need to arrive with the right words or know what you want to work on, we can begin wherever you are.
0161 570 0734 View 0161 570 0734
Sasha Puente
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
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.
0161 524 8034 View 0161 524 8034

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Elaine Chambers
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Ok! Is it time to do something about how you have been feeling? It could be that you have been struggling with your negative thoughts, work stress, health challenges, difficulties in your relationships, increased anxiety, low mood, or all of the above and then some. That is the first step, recognising that you can do something different right now to change the way you feel. You may or may not have sought support in the past but that was then, and this is now. It is never too late to put yourself first and prioritise what you need.
Ok! Is it time to do something about how you have been feeling? It could be that you have been struggling with your negative thoughts, work stress, health challenges, difficulties in your relationships, increased anxiety, low mood, or all of the above and then some. That is the first step, recognising that you can do something different right now to change the way you feel. You may or may not have sought support in the past but that was then, and this is now. It is never too late to put yourself first and prioritise what you need.
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Cara Johnston
Psychotherapist, MSc, UKCP Trainee
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I'm Cara, a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor, offering therapy in West London and online. I believe that whatever our current problems, we have the drive and potential to heal and grow.
I'm Cara, a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor, offering therapy in West London and online. I believe that whatever our current problems, we have the drive and potential to heal and grow.
01748 900132 View 01748 900132
Sarah Bennett
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Bury BL0
My name is Sarah , I hold Accredited Registrant membership of The National Counselling Society . I am able to support adults and teenage/adolescent clients from the age of 11 . I am qualified and experienced to support clients in a range of issues such as: Depression Bereavement Relationships Counselling Loss Divorce Anger Negative Thinking Intrusive Thoughts Loneliness Eating Disorders Issues with Food, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Anxiety Management, Alcohol, Smoking and more
My name is Sarah , I hold Accredited Registrant membership of The National Counselling Society . I am able to support adults and teenage/adolescent clients from the age of 11 . I am qualified and experienced to support clients in a range of issues such as: Depression Bereavement Relationships Counselling Loss Divorce Anger Negative Thinking Intrusive Thoughts Loneliness Eating Disorders Issues with Food, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Anxiety Management, Alcohol, Smoking and more
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Emma Robson
Counsellor, MBACP
Halifax HX3
If you are looking for a safe, non-judgemental, welcoming space to explore what life has thrown at you then you have come to the right place. We all need time and a listening ear to help us deal with 'life' at some point. If you want to discover your true self then you have come to the right place. I came to private practice after many years working in post-16 education. In both careers I am privileged to help and be alongside people who are negotiating their next steps.
If you are looking for a safe, non-judgemental, welcoming space to explore what life has thrown at you then you have come to the right place. We all need time and a listening ear to help us deal with 'life' at some point. If you want to discover your true self then you have come to the right place. I came to private practice after many years working in post-16 education. In both careers I am privileged to help and be alongside people who are negotiating their next steps.
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LJK Psych-Health (Luize Jenkins-King CBT and EMDR)
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Serves Area
Feeling stressed, tense or worried at certain times in life is a normal human response. For some people, anxiety becomes overwhelming and persists to the point that fear significantly impacts daily life which can lead to low mood and low self-esteem. Anxiety can also develop into more specific areas such as social anxiety, panic attacks or OCD. If you experience any of these and would like to learn to manage your symptoms then I can help. I have experience and I am qualified to treat people with Long Term Health Conditions and also have significant expertise in treating Depression, Specific Phobias, Health Anxiety and PTSD.
Feeling stressed, tense or worried at certain times in life is a normal human response. For some people, anxiety becomes overwhelming and persists to the point that fear significantly impacts daily life which can lead to low mood and low self-esteem. Anxiety can also develop into more specific areas such as social anxiety, panic attacks or OCD. If you experience any of these and would like to learn to manage your symptoms then I can help. I have experience and I am qualified to treat people with Long Term Health Conditions and also have significant expertise in treating Depression, Specific Phobias, Health Anxiety and PTSD.
0151 318 0787 View 0151 318 0787
Rachel Parkinson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Oldham OL2
Hello, I’m Rachel. Thank you for being here, I appreciate looking for someone to share your story with can be daunting. Come as you are, there is no judgement here and your journey matters. I have worked in the education, send and mental health sector for the past 15 years, including a college, GP practice, and university setting. I support young people and adults who feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or disconnected following intense life experiences. I also work as a bereavement counsellor for a local charity. Please message if you are struggling with grief, loss, huge life changes, family issues or feeling completely overwhelmed.
Hello, I’m Rachel. Thank you for being here, I appreciate looking for someone to share your story with can be daunting. Come as you are, there is no judgement here and your journey matters. I have worked in the education, send and mental health sector for the past 15 years, including a college, GP practice, and university setting. I support young people and adults who feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or disconnected following intense life experiences. I also work as a bereavement counsellor for a local charity. Please message if you are struggling with grief, loss, huge life changes, family issues or feeling completely overwhelmed.
0161 524 5834 View 0161 524 5834
Dr Sheeba Ehsan
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
I am a Chartered Clinical psychologist (HCPC registered), providing assessment and therapy in Manchester. I have over 20 years of experience working with a range of psychological presentations e.g. anxiety, depression, OCD, personality disorder, trauma, PTSD etc. I am specialising in clinical neuropsychology. I have worked with adults, young people and families. If you are looking for that individualised, tailored approach look no further, give me a call to see if I can help you. The initial consultation is free of charge as I believe it is important to find the right therapist for you.
I am a Chartered Clinical psychologist (HCPC registered), providing assessment and therapy in Manchester. I have over 20 years of experience working with a range of psychological presentations e.g. anxiety, depression, OCD, personality disorder, trauma, PTSD etc. I am specialising in clinical neuropsychology. I have worked with adults, young people and families. If you are looking for that individualised, tailored approach look no further, give me a call to see if I can help you. The initial consultation is free of charge as I believe it is important to find the right therapist for you.
0161 850 7995 View 0161 850 7995
Laura Crossley
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Whether in-person or online; I offer a warm, friendly and professional space to talk which I hope will provide you with a feeling of safety to be able to be honest and free from judgement. Whatever is troubling you, whether you are aware of what that is or not, I will walk with you through your journey of discovery. You may be feeling sad, anxious or depressed and need someone to help you feel truly heard: I am here for you. Reaching out is the first step, I'm aware of how hard that may be. Let's talk and see how we can reach your goals together.
Whether in-person or online; I offer a warm, friendly and professional space to talk which I hope will provide you with a feeling of safety to be able to be honest and free from judgement. Whatever is troubling you, whether you are aware of what that is or not, I will walk with you through your journey of discovery. You may be feeling sad, anxious or depressed and need someone to help you feel truly heard: I am here for you. Reaching out is the first step, I'm aware of how hard that may be. Let's talk and see how we can reach your goals together.
01252 282724 View 01252 282724
Dr Zeina Bushnaq
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming, particularly during periods of stress, burnout, or transition. You might be navigating challenges around confidence, identity, or relationships, or noticing patterns you’d like to better understand. Therapy can offer a supportive space to explore these experiences and develop greater clarity, self-understanding, and emotional balance.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming, particularly during periods of stress, burnout, or transition. You might be navigating challenges around confidence, identity, or relationships, or noticing patterns you’d like to better understand. Therapy can offer a supportive space to explore these experiences and develop greater clarity, self-understanding, and emotional balance.
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Joanne Anderson
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
I work with individuals who are often seen by others as capable and composed yet feel overwhelmed beneath the surface. Many experience anxiety, overthinking, low mood, or a persistent sense of self doubt. It’s common to feel caught in patterns of people pleasing, perfectionism, self criticism, or challenging relationships, which can leave you feeling drained and disconnected. I offer a supportive, reflective space for self aware individuals who want to understand themselves more deeply and find a steadier way forward through life’s difficulties.
I work with individuals who are often seen by others as capable and composed yet feel overwhelmed beneath the surface. Many experience anxiety, overthinking, low mood, or a persistent sense of self doubt. It’s common to feel caught in patterns of people pleasing, perfectionism, self criticism, or challenging relationships, which can leave you feeling drained and disconnected. I offer a supportive, reflective space for self aware individuals who want to understand themselves more deeply and find a steadier way forward through life’s difficulties.
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Becky Burdon
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Are you facing stress and anxiety? Do you have a problem that's been holding you back in life? Are you ready for a change? It's very common to face these and other barriers in life. I can help! I am passionate about living life to the full and helping other people to do the same. Let me help you make the changes you need using the powerful combination of counselling, hypnotherapy, NLP and mindfulness techniques. I tailor treatment to the individual, therefore my approach is different with each client, depending on what's needed.
Are you facing stress and anxiety? Do you have a problem that's been holding you back in life? Are you ready for a change? It's very common to face these and other barriers in life. I can help! I am passionate about living life to the full and helping other people to do the same. Let me help you make the changes you need using the powerful combination of counselling, hypnotherapy, NLP and mindfulness techniques. I tailor treatment to the individual, therefore my approach is different with each client, depending on what's needed.
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Aurelia De Rocha
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
If you've got problems, I can help.. As a therapist I am happiest when I am genuinely able to make a difference to someone and help them feel better. I have had a great deal of experience of working with many different people, each one of them with their own unique story, and their own way of seeing the world, each one of them also with the problems that sometimes arise for all of us as human beings trying to live the best we can. Maybe you feel anxious and don't know why? Perhaps you've had things happen that are still affecting you?
If you've got problems, I can help.. As a therapist I am happiest when I am genuinely able to make a difference to someone and help them feel better. I have had a great deal of experience of working with many different people, each one of them with their own unique story, and their own way of seeing the world, each one of them also with the problems that sometimes arise for all of us as human beings trying to live the best we can. Maybe you feel anxious and don't know why? Perhaps you've had things happen that are still affecting you?
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Lisa Kavanagh
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I am an experienced accredited counsellor and psychotherapist, having worked for ten years in talking therapies. I offer both short and long-term therapy for clients from teens through to adults, either face to face, online or by telephone. I have worked in many different settings, including CRUSE (bereavement support), NHS (Extended Access & CAMHs), schools, colleges, charitable organisations and EAPs. For over five years I have worked therapeutically with victims of abuse, violence and other forms of serious crime. Supporting clients with issues including, self-esteem, low mood, anxiety, loss and relationships.
I am an experienced accredited counsellor and psychotherapist, having worked for ten years in talking therapies. I offer both short and long-term therapy for clients from teens through to adults, either face to face, online or by telephone. I have worked in many different settings, including CRUSE (bereavement support), NHS (Extended Access & CAMHs), schools, colleges, charitable organisations and EAPs. For over five years I have worked therapeutically with victims of abuse, violence and other forms of serious crime. Supporting clients with issues including, self-esteem, low mood, anxiety, loss and relationships.
01729 811303 View 01729 811303
Diane Feeney
Counsellor, MBACP
Relationship Counselling 'All Couples' welcome. Face2Face or On-line...Diane Feeney Elements in Counselling. Click below or the right 'view' or 'my website' Mobile: 07494120291.
Relationship Counselling 'All Couples' welcome. Face2Face or On-line...Diane Feeney Elements in Counselling. Click below or the right 'view' or 'my website' Mobile: 07494120291.
01695 668292 View 01695 668292
Keswick Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Are you struggling to come to terms with events from the past or worried about what lies ahead in the future? Do you feel stressed? Anxious? Overwhelmed? As a relational psychotherapist, I can help. In the comfort and safety of a calm therapy room we can explore your concerns together. Rest assured that you will receive my full commitment in helping you to deal with any difficult issues or confusing feelings you may be experiencing, free from judgement and negativity. With over 6 years experience as a qualified practitioner, I offer a professional service to empower you on your journey to greater clarity and wellbeing.
Are you struggling to come to terms with events from the past or worried about what lies ahead in the future? Do you feel stressed? Anxious? Overwhelmed? As a relational psychotherapist, I can help. In the comfort and safety of a calm therapy room we can explore your concerns together. Rest assured that you will receive my full commitment in helping you to deal with any difficult issues or confusing feelings you may be experiencing, free from judgement and negativity. With over 6 years experience as a qualified practitioner, I offer a professional service to empower you on your journey to greater clarity and wellbeing.
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FAQ - About Geriatric Therapy
What can a geriatric psychologist help with?
Geriatric therapists specialise in the cognitive and neurological challenges that often accompany aging, including dementia, memory loss, and age-related cognitive decline. They also address the psychological conditions that frequently co-occur with these issues, such as depression, anxiety, and grief. Geriatric therapists and psychologists are trained to assess cognitive functioning, identify symptoms that may warrant further evaluation, and conduct or refer for formal neurological assessment when needed. In many cases, geriatric therapists also work closely with medical doctors to manage a client's overall health, and they may support caregivers and family members navigating the demands of caring for an aging loved one.

Why might someone seek a geriatric psychologist?
Someone might seek a geriatric therapist when they or a loved one begins experiencing cognitive or neurological changes and is unsure whether those changes are a normal part of aging or something that requires clinical attention. A geriatric therapist can help connect families with appropriate next steps. They are also commonly sought following a new diagnosis, when clients and families are working to understand what that diagnosis means practically and emotionally, and what to expect as a condition progresses. When seeking a therapist, it can be helpful to consider whether a clinician with a stronger psychotherapy focus or one with more of a social work orientation, who can help connect clients with assisted living or medical resources, would be the better fit.

What type of therapy might a geriatric therapists specialise in?
Geriatric therapist often combine psychotherapy with psychoeducation, helping clients and their families understand cognitive and neurological conditions and what to expect as they progress. For clients experiencing anxiety or depression alongside cognitive decline, therapists may draw on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) or mindfulness-based approaches. For clients with dementia specifically, therapists may be trained in specialised modalities such as Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST), which is designed to preserve cognitive functioning.

Can geriatric psychologists help people who suffer from dementia?
Yes, and this is a core area of geriatric psychology. Therapists specialising in dementia can work directly with clients on memory loss and cognitive functioning, while also addressing conditions that commonly co-occur, such as depression and anxiety. They can provide caregivers with objective assessments of a client's functioning and disease progression, and are typically well-versed in community resources available to dementia patients and their families.