Autism Counselling in Stockport
Additionally, I have a special interest in working with people who are neurodivergent, individuals in the LGBTQ+ community, people of mixed heritage, and people with long-term health conditions and disabilities.
My therapeutic style has been described as accepting and warm, and it is my aim to provide you with a space in which you feel empowered to unmask and be met with empathy and compassion. Using a relational integrative approach, I will collaborate with you to discuss working together in a way that suits your needs.
Additionally, I have a special interest in working with people who are neurodivergent, individuals in the LGBTQ+ community, people of mixed heritage, and people with long-term health conditions and disabilities.
My therapeutic style has been described as accepting and warm, and it is my aim to provide you with a space in which you feel empowered to unmask and be met with empathy and compassion. Using a relational integrative approach, I will collaborate with you to discuss working together in a way that suits your needs.
Maybe you’re processing a late autism or ADHD diagnosis, living with chronic illness, or carrying the weight of burnout and trauma.
My approach is calm, trauma-informed, and adaptable: online and indoors. I also offer talking therapy outdoor / eco-therapy, where the natural environment becomes part of the healing process. Together we can explore identity, process overwhelm and find gentler ways of being that fit who you are, not who others expect you to be.
Maybe you’re processing a late autism or ADHD diagnosis, living with chronic illness, or carrying the weight of burnout and trauma.
My approach is calm, trauma-informed, and adaptable: online and indoors. I also offer talking therapy outdoor / eco-therapy, where the natural environment becomes part of the healing process. Together we can explore identity, process overwhelm and find gentler ways of being that fit who you are, not who others expect you to be.
Are you struggling with anxiety, bereavement, stress, or low mood – or simply feel stuck and unsure how to move forward? Starting counselling can feel like a big decision – reaching out is a courageous first step, and I’m here to meet you with compassion, curiosity and care. Together we can explore what you feel you need, and what changes you want to make to build the life you want and deserve, and to be happy. I offer a warm, supportive and confidential space where we can work at your pace.
I work in a neurodiverse affirming way, and can work with you to explore your neurodivergence and what it means for you.
Are you struggling with anxiety, bereavement, stress, or low mood – or simply feel stuck and unsure how to move forward? Starting counselling can feel like a big decision – reaching out is a courageous first step, and I’m here to meet you with compassion, curiosity and care. Together we can explore what you feel you need, and what changes you want to make to build the life you want and deserve, and to be happy. I offer a warm, supportive and confidential space where we can work at your pace.
I work in a neurodiverse affirming way, and can work with you to explore your neurodivergence and what it means for you.
I am happy to work with anyone who asks for my help, but I specialise in helping people with autism and Asperger’s syndrome and other neurodiversities, such as ADHD (you might have one of these or are close to someone who has.).
My aim with therapy is to help you work out where you want to get to and help you find your ways to get there. Sometimes it can also be useful to think about what has happened to you. Working this way means we can find a path that suits you, in a collaborative way. I always keep in mind that you are the expert on you. I mainly use solution focused therapy which is a therapeutic approach that works with almost anybody and almost any issue. It is a way of identifying what a better life might be like and thinking through how to get there. I can also use techniques from CBT, psychodynamic and person centred counselling.
I am happy to work with anyone who asks for my help, but I specialise in helping people with autism and Asperger’s syndrome and other neurodiversities, such as ADHD (you might have one of these or are close to someone who has.).
My aim with therapy is to help you work out where you want to get to and help you find your ways to get there. Sometimes it can also be useful to think about what has happened to you. Working this way means we can find a path that suits you, in a collaborative way. I always keep in mind that you are the expert on you. I mainly use solution focused therapy which is a therapeutic approach that works with almost anybody and almost any issue. It is a way of identifying what a better life might be like and thinking through how to get there. I can also use techniques from CBT, psychodynamic and person centred counselling.
I have a passion and a wealth of knowledge (professionally and personally) of supporting neurodiverse clients (predominantly, though not exclusively clients with autism and ADHD).
I see clients of all ages ( from 11+). I am not here to be an expert over your life, I'm here to support you to understand yourself, you are the expert of your experience. I work online (£55) and also offer home visits (at additonal cost in Manchester/Stockport area). I am an advocate for outdoor therapy and also offer 'walk and talk' sessions (fees vary).
I have a passion and a wealth of knowledge (professionally and personally) of supporting neurodiverse clients (predominantly, though not exclusively clients with autism and ADHD).
I see clients of all ages ( from 11+). I am not here to be an expert over your life, I'm here to support you to understand yourself, you are the expert of your experience. I work online (£55) and also offer home visits (at additonal cost in Manchester/Stockport area). I am an advocate for outdoor therapy and also offer 'walk and talk' sessions (fees vary).
I believe I have a uniquely varied knowledge base as well as my own lived experiences anchoring my practice, including neurodiversity and late diagnosis of ADHD/ Autism, depression, anxiety, addiction, relationships and OCD.
Hi, I'm glad you’re here. I work with people who are looking for a space where they can show up exactly as they are—no masks, no judgment. Tend Counselling is my private practice that I run with my colleague. I'm Chloe, and I'm neurodiversity-affirming and LGBTQ+ inclusive, and I take an integrative approach that pulls from different therapeutic models, such as Psychodynamic and person-centred, to best fit your unique needs, experiences, and goals.
I believe I have a uniquely varied knowledge base as well as my own lived experiences anchoring my practice, including neurodiversity and late diagnosis of ADHD/ Autism, depression, anxiety, addiction, relationships and OCD.
Hi, I'm glad you’re here. I work with people who are looking for a space where they can show up exactly as they are—no masks, no judgment. Tend Counselling is my private practice that I run with my colleague. I'm Chloe, and I'm neurodiversity-affirming and LGBTQ+ inclusive, and I take an integrative approach that pulls from different therapeutic models, such as Psychodynamic and person-centred, to best fit your unique needs, experiences, and goals.
Are you struggling to cope, feeling angry, overwhelmed, anxious, stressed or stuck? Are relationship struggles, grief, health, or low self-worth holding you back? I want you to know that you don’t have to stay stuck. Counselling can help you to feel strong, seen, and whole again. I'm Liza and I can help you make sense of your feelings. Whether it's support you need, or just someone to listen, my approach is compassionate, grounded, and always down to earth. I offer one-to-one counselling, online or in person, that is tailored to you. You’re not broken, you’re human. When you are ready lets talk.
Are you struggling to cope, feeling angry, overwhelmed, anxious, stressed or stuck? Are relationship struggles, grief, health, or low self-worth holding you back? I want you to know that you don’t have to stay stuck. Counselling can help you to feel strong, seen, and whole again. I'm Liza and I can help you make sense of your feelings. Whether it's support you need, or just someone to listen, my approach is compassionate, grounded, and always down to earth. I offer one-to-one counselling, online or in person, that is tailored to you. You’re not broken, you’re human. When you are ready lets talk.
I am a skilled, experienced and warm individual and couples counsellor with expertise in supporting those struggling with a range of issues - with anxiety, depression and stress being the most common. I also support those experiencing issues with relationships, motivation, communication, health issues/anxiety, boundary setting, low self esteem, confidence and much, much more. I work with you with the aim of an improvement in your wellbeing, a better understanding or yourself or the situation you are in and also providing some coping strategies.
I am a skilled, experienced and warm individual and couples counsellor with expertise in supporting those struggling with a range of issues - with anxiety, depression and stress being the most common. I also support those experiencing issues with relationships, motivation, communication, health issues/anxiety, boundary setting, low self esteem, confidence and much, much more. I work with you with the aim of an improvement in your wellbeing, a better understanding or yourself or the situation you are in and also providing some coping strategies.
Alongside my therapeutic support, I also contribute to Autism assessments as part of a MDT team.
My aim is to help individuals or families by initially exploring their difficulties together, and identifying tangible ways that I can help. I offer individual sessions, family sessions, or a combination of both when required. Seeking help can be daunting, and my aim is to thoughtfully and compassionately support you through this process. I support children and adults with various social and emotional difficulties, as well as difficult family dynamics, wider relationship issues, or difficulties in school or work. I have specific expertise in supporting adopted children and families, and also supporting adults with early trauma.
Alongside my therapeutic support, I also contribute to Autism assessments as part of a MDT team.
My aim is to help individuals or families by initially exploring their difficulties together, and identifying tangible ways that I can help. I offer individual sessions, family sessions, or a combination of both when required. Seeking help can be daunting, and my aim is to thoughtfully and compassionately support you through this process. I support children and adults with various social and emotional difficulties, as well as difficult family dynamics, wider relationship issues, or difficulties in school or work. I have specific expertise in supporting adopted children and families, and also supporting adults with early trauma.
Life brings challenges we didn’t ask for that can leave us feeling lost and overwhelmed. You might be experiencing anxiety, difficulties in relationships or simply feeling that something isn’t quite right. You don’t have to face these alone.
I offer a safe, non-judgmental and supportive space where you can talk openly about whatever is on your mind allowing you to make sense of your thoughts and emotions. Together we’ll explore what matters most to you, at your own pace, while being met with understanding; allowing you to feel more at ease and building the confidence to navigate the best way forward.
Life brings challenges we didn’t ask for that can leave us feeling lost and overwhelmed. You might be experiencing anxiety, difficulties in relationships or simply feeling that something isn’t quite right. You don’t have to face these alone.
I offer a safe, non-judgmental and supportive space where you can talk openly about whatever is on your mind allowing you to make sense of your thoughts and emotions. Together we’ll explore what matters most to you, at your own pace, while being met with understanding; allowing you to feel more at ease and building the confidence to navigate the best way forward.
I work with children, teens, and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, low mood, relational challenges, and neurodivergent experiences.
I support children, teens, and adults navigating emotional overwhelm, trauma, or relational challenges. Many clients seek a safe, non-judgemental space to explore their experiences, build resilience, and reconnect with themselves and others. Therapy may help with regulation, confidence, and clarity—whether through talking, creative arts, or body-based approaches. My practice is trauma-informed, collaborative, and tailored to individual needs, offering steady support through life’s complexities.
I work with children, teens, and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, low mood, relational challenges, and neurodivergent experiences.
I support children, teens, and adults navigating emotional overwhelm, trauma, or relational challenges. Many clients seek a safe, non-judgemental space to explore their experiences, build resilience, and reconnect with themselves and others. Therapy may help with regulation, confidence, and clarity—whether through talking, creative arts, or body-based approaches. My practice is trauma-informed, collaborative, and tailored to individual needs, offering steady support through life’s complexities.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, grief, or the weight of life’s challenges? Maybe you’re struggling with self-doubt, relationship difficulties, or the emotional toll of disability, illness, or marginalisation. You want to feel heard—truly understood—by someone who gets it, without judgment or empty platitudes.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, grief, or the weight of life’s challenges? Maybe you’re struggling with self-doubt, relationship difficulties, or the emotional toll of disability, illness, or marginalisation. You want to feel heard—truly understood—by someone who gets it, without judgment or empty platitudes.
I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist. Clients who would be suitable: Someone who appears capable but feels stuck in familiar relational patterns or overwhelmed with emotions. They may feel unheard, misunderstood, or constantly doubting or blaming themselves. Beneath this, they want to understand why certain dynamics keep repeating. They need space to explore their emotional world, make sense of long-standing patterns, and move toward relationships and emotions that feel more balanced, connected, and authentic.
I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist. Clients who would be suitable: Someone who appears capable but feels stuck in familiar relational patterns or overwhelmed with emotions. They may feel unheard, misunderstood, or constantly doubting or blaming themselves. Beneath this, they want to understand why certain dynamics keep repeating. They need space to explore their emotional world, make sense of long-standing patterns, and move toward relationships and emotions that feel more balanced, connected, and authentic.
It can feel like a big step to reach out when you feel you need support. Counselling is a personal experience that can be potentially life changing. I offer Humanistic counselling that is driven by you. We focus on your experiences and your goals and, whether you choose long term or short term therapy, we keep the core conditions of empathy, congruence and unconditional positive regard are at the heart of our work together. My role is to support you to navigate your experiences, to support your own wellbeing. As an integrative, person centred counsellor, you will find that this type of therapy is adaptive to you.
It can feel like a big step to reach out when you feel you need support. Counselling is a personal experience that can be potentially life changing. I offer Humanistic counselling that is driven by you. We focus on your experiences and your goals and, whether you choose long term or short term therapy, we keep the core conditions of empathy, congruence and unconditional positive regard are at the heart of our work together. My role is to support you to navigate your experiences, to support your own wellbeing. As an integrative, person centred counsellor, you will find that this type of therapy is adaptive to you.
Is life currently getting too much? If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, unresolved grief or trauma, I believe that I will be able to help you. Together we can work to achieve your goals on finding closure to whatever issues you may be currently facing.
Is life currently getting too much? If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, unresolved grief or trauma, I believe that I will be able to help you. Together we can work to achieve your goals on finding closure to whatever issues you may be currently facing.
Are you struggling with stress or anxiety, low mood, not feeling good enough, menopause or parenting? Maybe you've experienced trauma or loss (recently or long ago) or difficulties in your relationship with your partner or family? Perhaps you're coming to terms with a recent diagnosis? Or you're feeling stuck or lost and don't know which way to turn?
Together we can explore whatever is troubling you. I will listen with empathy and without judgement, offering compassion, warmth and occasionally humour to help you find your way through and feel better and more able to cope.
Are you struggling with stress or anxiety, low mood, not feeling good enough, menopause or parenting? Maybe you've experienced trauma or loss (recently or long ago) or difficulties in your relationship with your partner or family? Perhaps you're coming to terms with a recent diagnosis? Or you're feeling stuck or lost and don't know which way to turn?
Together we can explore whatever is troubling you. I will listen with empathy and without judgement, offering compassion, warmth and occasionally humour to help you find your way through and feel better and more able to cope.
My approach blends proven therapeutic techniques with a warm, collaborative style, creating a safe space where you can recover. Whether you're navigating anxiety or low mood, trauma, phobias or other personal struggles, I am here to help you move toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
My approach blends proven therapeutic techniques with a warm, collaborative style, creating a safe space where you can recover. Whether you're navigating anxiety or low mood, trauma, phobias or other personal struggles, I am here to help you move toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
I work with people navigating anxiety, low mood, self‑criticism, or the challenges of being neurodivergent in a world that often misunderstands them.
I blend evidence‑based CBT with a strengths‑based, neurodiversity‑affirming approach, adapting therapy to fit you. Whether breaking down ideas into clear steps, using creative tools, or pacing sessions to your style, I help with anxiety, depression, trauma, and emotional regulation while building lasting self‑compassion and skills.
I work with people navigating anxiety, low mood, self‑criticism, or the challenges of being neurodivergent in a world that often misunderstands them.
I blend evidence‑based CBT with a strengths‑based, neurodiversity‑affirming approach, adapting therapy to fit you. Whether breaking down ideas into clear steps, using creative tools, or pacing sessions to your style, I help with anxiety, depression, trauma, and emotional regulation while building lasting self‑compassion and skills.
Negative thoughts like “I’m the problem,” “I’m worthless,” or “What if something bad happens…” can hold us back — even in the smallest tasks, from the moment we wake up. These thoughts are often accompanied by low mood, anxiety, obsessive thinking or behaviours, and a constant sense of being on edge or disconnected. I specialise in helping you recognise, understand, and challenge these unhelpful thought patterns, while supporting you to make small, subtle changes that help you feel more in control. Using evidence-based approaches from CBT, I offer a safe and confidential space where you can begin to heal, grow and flourish.
Negative thoughts like “I’m the problem,” “I’m worthless,” or “What if something bad happens…” can hold us back — even in the smallest tasks, from the moment we wake up. These thoughts are often accompanied by low mood, anxiety, obsessive thinking or behaviours, and a constant sense of being on edge or disconnected. I specialise in helping you recognise, understand, and challenge these unhelpful thought patterns, while supporting you to make small, subtle changes that help you feel more in control. Using evidence-based approaches from CBT, I offer a safe and confidential space where you can begin to heal, grow and flourish.
Hi, I’m Tammy. I work with people who often feel misunderstood, overwhelmed, or anxious — in life and in their relationships. I offer a safe, compassionate space that is confidential and grounded in trust. I see you as a whole, unique human being and consider you in mind, body, and spirit. Together, we’ll explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that are making you feel stuck, connect with and process difficult emotions, and navigate a healthier relationship with yourself and the world around you. My approach is gentle, empathetic, and non-judgmental, helping you find clarity, understanding, and peace.
Hi, I’m Tammy. I work with people who often feel misunderstood, overwhelmed, or anxious — in life and in their relationships. I offer a safe, compassionate space that is confidential and grounded in trust. I see you as a whole, unique human being and consider you in mind, body, and spirit. Together, we’ll explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that are making you feel stuck, connect with and process difficult emotions, and navigate a healthier relationship with yourself and the world around you. My approach is gentle, empathetic, and non-judgmental, helping you find clarity, understanding, and peace.
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Autism Counsellors
What is the most effective treatment for autism?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.
How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.
How does treatment for autism work?
Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.
How long does therapy for autism take?
Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.