Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counselling in Sandbach
I am an Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with the BABCP with 10 years experience of using CBT to treat various psychological disorders. Do you struggle with intrusive thoughts of horrific nature that makes you feel like a bad person? Or do you engage in excessive checks or intense fear of contamination hence the need to engage in certain rituals to feel safe and to keep others safe? If you struggle with any of the above as well as constantly re-living past trauma events and struggle with depression leading to isolation, then get in touch!
I am an Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with the BABCP with 10 years experience of using CBT to treat various psychological disorders. Do you struggle with intrusive thoughts of horrific nature that makes you feel like a bad person? Or do you engage in excessive checks or intense fear of contamination hence the need to engage in certain rituals to feel safe and to keep others safe? If you struggle with any of the above as well as constantly re-living past trauma events and struggle with depression leading to isolation, then get in touch!
Hi, I'm Lavinia,
If you're feeling anxious, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or - as a couple - caught in the same arguments and disconnection, you're not alone. My approach is kind, collaborative, and practical: we'll understand what's driving the conflict and create small, doable steps toward reconnection and understanding.
I work with individuals and couples, drawing on evidence-based tools without the jargon. Sessions feel like real conversations with structure: we set goals together, track what's helping, and adapt as we go.
Hi, I'm Lavinia,
If you're feeling anxious, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or - as a couple - caught in the same arguments and disconnection, you're not alone. My approach is kind, collaborative, and practical: we'll understand what's driving the conflict and create small, doable steps toward reconnection and understanding.
I work with individuals and couples, drawing on evidence-based tools without the jargon. Sessions feel like real conversations with structure: we set goals together, track what's helping, and adapt as we go.
Acceptance, change, moving out of shame.
Are you stuck, bewildered, unable to work out what is happening? Do you find that confiding with friends and family isn't necessarily that helpful? It may be time to explore with someone with a different approach what can change. Do you want to move out of a current pattern of thinking or behaving? I work with a solution focus in some sessions when the goal is to move an obstacle that is often our thinking and responding. I can offer an empathic and safe environment to work through life changes and transitions such as loss and grief, divorce or betrayal. I work especially well with shame based thoughts and behaviours.
Acceptance, change, moving out of shame.
Are you stuck, bewildered, unable to work out what is happening? Do you find that confiding with friends and family isn't necessarily that helpful? It may be time to explore with someone with a different approach what can change. Do you want to move out of a current pattern of thinking or behaving? I work with a solution focus in some sessions when the goal is to move an obstacle that is often our thinking and responding. I can offer an empathic and safe environment to work through life changes and transitions such as loss and grief, divorce or betrayal. I work especially well with shame based thoughts and behaviours.
Whatever you bring to counselling, my trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming approach can help you to navigate what you are journeying through. Perhaps you are experiencing anxiety, stress, trauma, PTSD, executive overload or burnout. Perhaps you are coming to terms with an autism or ADHD diagnosis. Perhaps you are navigating bereavement, low confidence, self-criticism or emotional overwhelm. Perhaps you need to explore what is happening in your life right now, or how past experiences are affecting you now.
Whatever you bring to counselling, my trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming approach can help you to navigate what you are journeying through. Perhaps you are experiencing anxiety, stress, trauma, PTSD, executive overload or burnout. Perhaps you are coming to terms with an autism or ADHD diagnosis. Perhaps you are navigating bereavement, low confidence, self-criticism or emotional overwhelm. Perhaps you need to explore what is happening in your life right now, or how past experiences are affecting you now.
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I also draw on ACT, DBT, CFT, and ERP where it fits including for OCD and emetophobia.
Are you exhausted by anxiety that won't switch off, or struggling to find support that actually gets how your brain works? Maybe you're a parent watching your child struggle, or a couple stuck in the same patterns.
I'm Yvonne, a BABCP-accredited CBT therapist with lived experience of ADHD. I work with children from age 7, teenagers, adults, and couples, offering CBT therapy, ADHD coaching, and CBT-informed couples work that's practical, evidence-based, and built around you.
Get in touch for a free 15-minute intro call.
I also draw on ACT, DBT, CFT, and ERP where it fits including for OCD and emetophobia.
Are you exhausted by anxiety that won't switch off, or struggling to find support that actually gets how your brain works? Maybe you're a parent watching your child struggle, or a couple stuck in the same patterns.
I'm Yvonne, a BABCP-accredited CBT therapist with lived experience of ADHD. I work with children from age 7, teenagers, adults, and couples, offering CBT therapy, ADHD coaching, and CBT-informed couples work that's practical, evidence-based, and built around you.
Get in touch for a free 15-minute intro call.
Sometimes we can feel stuck and need a safe space to explore ourselves and what we’re going through. A space where we can rebuild into a more empowered version of who we are or simply deconstruct to uncover our authentic inner self.
Sometimes, it’s about finding our voice to hear ourselves and to be heard. Other times, it’s about carefully ending a chapter in a meaningful and harmonious way that honors the versions of ourselves we’ve been, while starting a new chapter full of hope and curiosity.
Whatever life brings, therapy offers the quiet, sensitive support needed to process both the highs and lows.
Sometimes we can feel stuck and need a safe space to explore ourselves and what we’re going through. A space where we can rebuild into a more empowered version of who we are or simply deconstruct to uncover our authentic inner self.
Sometimes, it’s about finding our voice to hear ourselves and to be heard. Other times, it’s about carefully ending a chapter in a meaningful and harmonious way that honors the versions of ourselves we’ve been, while starting a new chapter full of hope and curiosity.
Whatever life brings, therapy offers the quiet, sensitive support needed to process both the highs and lows.
There is a quiet, persistent knowing when a life has become a series of inherited patterns or a cycle of 'penance' that no longer serves. Perhaps traditional paths have felt too rigid, leaving the deeper, soulful layers of your experience untouched. My work is for those seeking to move beyond the surface—those who are ready to un-weave the burdens of the past and reclaim a sense of vital, lived belonging. We look for the light that remains intact beneath the struggle, moving toward a life that feels authentic, expansive, and truly your own
There is a quiet, persistent knowing when a life has become a series of inherited patterns or a cycle of 'penance' that no longer serves. Perhaps traditional paths have felt too rigid, leaving the deeper, soulful layers of your experience untouched. My work is for those seeking to move beyond the surface—those who are ready to un-weave the burdens of the past and reclaim a sense of vital, lived belonging. We look for the light that remains intact beneath the struggle, moving toward a life that feels authentic, expansive, and truly your own
So often clients' unhelpful experiences of therapy are attributed to their therapist being "silent", "difficult to connect with" or (at worst) "like a brick wall". The psychologically informed, dedicated and authentic experience I deliver requires me to be active, present and, primarily, something resembling an authentic human being whom I hope you will trust and feel at ease with. You will have the time and space to talk (without awkward silences!) and where desired, I can share with you knowledge/theory acquired from 10 years clinical experience, to help us collaboratively explore, enlighten and enhance your lived experience.
So often clients' unhelpful experiences of therapy are attributed to their therapist being "silent", "difficult to connect with" or (at worst) "like a brick wall". The psychologically informed, dedicated and authentic experience I deliver requires me to be active, present and, primarily, something resembling an authentic human being whom I hope you will trust and feel at ease with. You will have the time and space to talk (without awkward silences!) and where desired, I can share with you knowledge/theory acquired from 10 years clinical experience, to help us collaboratively explore, enlighten and enhance your lived experience.
Hi, I'm Monika. Welcome to Prosperity Therapy. Well done, you've taken that first step in searching for support with whatever it is you're struggling with, and I'm here to help! I'm an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with 16 years of NHS experience. I offer
one to one therapy online to adults using CBT to help you to work towards your therapy goals and reduce symptoms. I specialise in supporting people struggling with anxiety and low self esteem. Functioning with anxiety and pushing through day to day can be exhausting and can often lead to burnout.
Hi, I'm Monika. Welcome to Prosperity Therapy. Well done, you've taken that first step in searching for support with whatever it is you're struggling with, and I'm here to help! I'm an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with 16 years of NHS experience. I offer
one to one therapy online to adults using CBT to help you to work towards your therapy goals and reduce symptoms. I specialise in supporting people struggling with anxiety and low self esteem. Functioning with anxiety and pushing through day to day can be exhausting and can often lead to burnout.
I am Dr Carla Rainbow, and I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and a registered Counselling Psychotherapist (Dip TC, Dip SP&C, FD, BSc (Hons), PG Dip, MSc, DClinPsy, CPsychol, AFBPsS, Reg, MBACP, MSfDBT, EuroPsy). That means I am qualified to the very highest level, and experienced to be able to help you with even the most complex problems that you might be experiencing. On top of my experience (including in the NHS and prison services), and my qualifications, I work really hard at building effective working relationships, because research suggests that can be one of the most effective indicators for good therapeutic outcomes.
I am Dr Carla Rainbow, and I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and a registered Counselling Psychotherapist (Dip TC, Dip SP&C, FD, BSc (Hons), PG Dip, MSc, DClinPsy, CPsychol, AFBPsS, Reg, MBACP, MSfDBT, EuroPsy). That means I am qualified to the very highest level, and experienced to be able to help you with even the most complex problems that you might be experiencing. On top of my experience (including in the NHS and prison services), and my qualifications, I work really hard at building effective working relationships, because research suggests that can be one of the most effective indicators for good therapeutic outcomes.
I specialise in Women's Issues including hormones, and neurodiversity (I have AuDHD). I work using techniques from different therapy methods from person centred, somatic and behavioural to CBT and SFBT and IFS. My focus is on the person in front of me and where they are at that moment. Any client arrives with an idea of what they want to look at, but the journey that follows is unique and generally directed by the client's needs. The difference can be evident so quickly once we move together towards a clearer understanding of how to move forward from the place the client began - its fulfilling and rewarding for all involved
I specialise in Women's Issues including hormones, and neurodiversity (I have AuDHD). I work using techniques from different therapy methods from person centred, somatic and behavioural to CBT and SFBT and IFS. My focus is on the person in front of me and where they are at that moment. Any client arrives with an idea of what they want to look at, but the journey that follows is unique and generally directed by the client's needs. The difference can be evident so quickly once we move together towards a clearer understanding of how to move forward from the place the client began - its fulfilling and rewarding for all involved
I draw primarily from CBT, ACT, and Compassion Focused Therapy.
You might be looking to make changes in your life to improve your overall health and wellbeing. Perhaps you've been struggling with your weight, sleep, exercise, or smoking - or maybe stress, low mood, or anxiety are making everyday life feel harder than it should. You may simply have a sense that life doesn’t quite feel how you want it to feel.
Whatever has brought you here, my aim is to support you to better understand yourself - exploring the emotional, behavioural, and psychological factors that are keeping you stuck - and to help you make meaningful changes that improve your wellbeing and quality of life.
I draw primarily from CBT, ACT, and Compassion Focused Therapy.
You might be looking to make changes in your life to improve your overall health and wellbeing. Perhaps you've been struggling with your weight, sleep, exercise, or smoking - or maybe stress, low mood, or anxiety are making everyday life feel harder than it should. You may simply have a sense that life doesn’t quite feel how you want it to feel.
Whatever has brought you here, my aim is to support you to better understand yourself - exploring the emotional, behavioural, and psychological factors that are keeping you stuck - and to help you make meaningful changes that improve your wellbeing and quality of life.
Specialising in ACT (a form of CBT), I help adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic pain, stress, life transitions, and more.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) is an NHS recommended, evidence-based form of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). It works by teaching you a set of practical skills to help you respond more effectively to difficult thoughts and feelings, reconnect with your values, and take meaningful steps in life.
Specialising in ACT (a form of CBT), I help adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic pain, stress, life transitions, and more.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) is an NHS recommended, evidence-based form of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). It works by teaching you a set of practical skills to help you respond more effectively to difficult thoughts and feelings, reconnect with your values, and take meaningful steps in life.
Specialising in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy and mindfulness-based approaches, I focus on empowering clients to navigate Anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, and low self-esteem.
As an accredited CBT therapist with 10 years working in mental health. I am passionate about helping clients with depression, motivation, stress, anxiety, self-esteem, confidence, panic, trauma/ Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), health anxiety, social anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) , Specific Phobias, Worry/ Generalised Anxiety Disorder.
Specialising in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy and mindfulness-based approaches, I focus on empowering clients to navigate Anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, and low self-esteem.
As an accredited CBT therapist with 10 years working in mental health. I am passionate about helping clients with depression, motivation, stress, anxiety, self-esteem, confidence, panic, trauma/ Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), health anxiety, social anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) , Specific Phobias, Worry/ Generalised Anxiety Disorder.
If we are happy to work with each other, I bring a combination of Motivational Interviewing techniques, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to my practice.
Work, home life, caring responsibilities, finances, health issues are but a few of life's stressors that can lead to unhealthy behaviours. I specialise in supporting individuals to live a more fulfilled life driven by what matters to them. Additionally, I work with healthcare professionals and medical students to develop their communication skills so that patients feel heard and understood. I provide a safe space for individuals to discuss freely what they would like help with, at their own pace, free from judgement.
If we are happy to work with each other, I bring a combination of Motivational Interviewing techniques, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to my practice.
Work, home life, caring responsibilities, finances, health issues are but a few of life's stressors that can lead to unhealthy behaviours. I specialise in supporting individuals to live a more fulfilled life driven by what matters to them. Additionally, I work with healthcare professionals and medical students to develop their communication skills so that patients feel heard and understood. I provide a safe space for individuals to discuss freely what they would like help with, at their own pace, free from judgement.
Hello, my name is Gagan. I want to support you on your therapy journey. My approach will enable you to share and explore parts of your identity and difficult or traumatic life experiences. Alongside my expertise in working with common mental health difficulties, I have a special interest in helping people talk about areas such as relationships, sex, sexuality, race, and culture.
Hello, my name is Gagan. I want to support you on your therapy journey. My approach will enable you to share and explore parts of your identity and difficult or traumatic life experiences. Alongside my expertise in working with common mental health difficulties, I have a special interest in helping people talk about areas such as relationships, sex, sexuality, race, and culture.
My ideal clients are adults who may feel overwhelmed or stuck, or who struggle to make sense of their thoughts, emotions, or life experiences. Many come to therapy because they are experiencing anxiety, depression, low self esteem, relationship difficulties, trauma, grief, or the impact of significant life changes.
I also have a particular interest in supporting people as they navigate the complexities of culture, faith, identity, and family expectations. These experiences can sometimes leave people feeling conflicted, isolated, or unsure of who they are or the direction they want their lives to take.
My ideal clients are adults who may feel overwhelmed or stuck, or who struggle to make sense of their thoughts, emotions, or life experiences. Many come to therapy because they are experiencing anxiety, depression, low self esteem, relationship difficulties, trauma, grief, or the impact of significant life changes.
I also have a particular interest in supporting people as they navigate the complexities of culture, faith, identity, and family expectations. These experiences can sometimes leave people feeling conflicted, isolated, or unsure of who they are or the direction they want their lives to take.
These can include, EMDR, CBT, ACT, CFT, and trauma informed therapy.
I'm a BACP Accredited Integrative counsellor, psychotherapist, supervisor and EMDR practitioner, with over 14 years experience.
Sometimes life can be hard, and it can be difficult to make sense of distressing thoughts and feelings, and recover from painful life events. Often talking to family and friends may be difficult for a number of reasons.
I will provide a safe, confidential space for you, underpinned by a supportive and empathic therapeutic relationship where we can work together on your difficulties.
These can include, EMDR, CBT, ACT, CFT, and trauma informed therapy.
I'm a BACP Accredited Integrative counsellor, psychotherapist, supervisor and EMDR practitioner, with over 14 years experience.
Sometimes life can be hard, and it can be difficult to make sense of distressing thoughts and feelings, and recover from painful life events. Often talking to family and friends may be difficult for a number of reasons.
I will provide a safe, confidential space for you, underpinned by a supportive and empathic therapeutic relationship where we can work together on your difficulties.
With evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, ACT and Person-Centered Therapy, I provide personalized support.
You are not broken. You may be feeling emotional pain, distress, or psychological strain, but that doesn’t mean you are damaged. These responses often reflect your strength and resilience. What you're experiencing is an emotional build-up, not a breakdown. You might be living with anxiety, depression, grief, low self-worth, or trauma. Over time, you may have built defences to cope and protect yourself. These patterns helped you survive, but they are not your truest self. Healing begins by gently reconnecting with the parts of you that have been hidden, and making space for who you truly are.
With evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, ACT and Person-Centered Therapy, I provide personalized support.
You are not broken. You may be feeling emotional pain, distress, or psychological strain, but that doesn’t mean you are damaged. These responses often reflect your strength and resilience. What you're experiencing is an emotional build-up, not a breakdown. You might be living with anxiety, depression, grief, low self-worth, or trauma. Over time, you may have built defences to cope and protect yourself. These patterns helped you survive, but they are not your truest self. Healing begins by gently reconnecting with the parts of you that have been hidden, and making space for who you truly are.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or exhausted by anxiety, low mood, trauma, self-doubt or constant overthinking. Perhaps past experiences continue to affect your relationships, confidence or day-to-day wellbeing. Therapy can help you understand these patterns and create meaningful change.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or exhausted by anxiety, low mood, trauma, self-doubt or constant overthinking. Perhaps past experiences continue to affect your relationships, confidence or day-to-day wellbeing. Therapy can help you understand these patterns and create meaningful change.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counsellors
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.