Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counselling in Stretford
I offer different therapies but primarily use EMDR, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.
I am a Clinical Psychologist based in Manchester (North West) offering remote therapy to anywhere! My NHS work includes delivering therapy to children/young people, and I also offer private therapy for children and adults (aged 18+) that is tailored to you. Difficulties I've supported include anxiety, depression, phobias, traumas & OCD. Having completed a Masters in Eating Disorders and Nutrition, I also specialise in supporting those with eating difficulties/disorders. Finally, I work privately with athletes to support their mental health. I'll always focus on your goals and what you would like to achieve from attending therapy.
I offer different therapies but primarily use EMDR, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.
I am a Clinical Psychologist based in Manchester (North West) offering remote therapy to anywhere! My NHS work includes delivering therapy to children/young people, and I also offer private therapy for children and adults (aged 18+) that is tailored to you. Difficulties I've supported include anxiety, depression, phobias, traumas & OCD. Having completed a Masters in Eating Disorders and Nutrition, I also specialise in supporting those with eating difficulties/disorders. Finally, I work privately with athletes to support their mental health. I'll always focus on your goals and what you would like to achieve from attending therapy.
I am an integrative, outcome oriented practitioner who utilises hypnosis, Mindfulness, ACT, Trauma Focused Therapy, NLP and Humanistic approaches to create a bespoke therapy service to my clients
I work with a wide variety of individuals in order for them to reach their therapeutic goals. I have a clinical interest in motivation and this type of work features in the work I provide. Anxiety tends to be the most common issue I work with, but I assist in a variety of psychological, emotional and behavioural issues as well.
I am an integrative, outcome oriented practitioner who utilises hypnosis, Mindfulness, ACT, Trauma Focused Therapy, NLP and Humanistic approaches to create a bespoke therapy service to my clients
I work with a wide variety of individuals in order for them to reach their therapeutic goals. I have a clinical interest in motivation and this type of work features in the work I provide. Anxiety tends to be the most common issue I work with, but I assist in a variety of psychological, emotional and behavioural issues as well.
I’m a psychotherapist offering a warm, and non‑judgmental space where you can explore what feels important to you. My integrative approach means our work is shaped around your unique needs. I offer face‑to‑face sessions as well as remote therapy via telephone or video. My aim is to support you with compassion and a grounded presence, helping you move toward meaningful and lasting change. I also offer Supervision to other counsellors. My supervision style is collaborative, encouraging, and grounded in ethical practice — a safe space to think, reflect, and develop as a practitioner. It is supportive, and tailored to your needs.
I’m a psychotherapist offering a warm, and non‑judgmental space where you can explore what feels important to you. My integrative approach means our work is shaped around your unique needs. I offer face‑to‑face sessions as well as remote therapy via telephone or video. My aim is to support you with compassion and a grounded presence, helping you move toward meaningful and lasting change. I also offer Supervision to other counsellors. My supervision style is collaborative, encouraging, and grounded in ethical practice — a safe space to think, reflect, and develop as a practitioner. It is supportive, and tailored to your needs.
With my brother diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia nearly 30 years ago, I have personal experience of the family sacrifices and struggles related to the pain and stigma of mental illness. Having since, committing my life to the improvement of people’s emotional fitness and mental resilience, with support from organisations such as SANE and MIND, my own journey has allowed me to discover the true benefits of therapy first-hand. Personal therapy is proving invaluable for people to manage certain difficult or crisis situations in their lives and so transform their problems into major opportunities for personal growth.
With my brother diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia nearly 30 years ago, I have personal experience of the family sacrifices and struggles related to the pain and stigma of mental illness. Having since, committing my life to the improvement of people’s emotional fitness and mental resilience, with support from organisations such as SANE and MIND, my own journey has allowed me to discover the true benefits of therapy first-hand. Personal therapy is proving invaluable for people to manage certain difficult or crisis situations in their lives and so transform their problems into major opportunities for personal growth.
Winner of "Counselling Service of the Year 2020". Providing a range of evidence based treatments, but a warm, safe and comforting way of doing so. This allows me to help you reach your goals faster and feel better for doing so.
Winner of "Counselling Service of the Year 2020". Providing a range of evidence based treatments, but a warm, safe and comforting way of doing so. This allows me to help you reach your goals faster and feel better for doing so.
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.
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Welcome to my profile, I know life can be challenging at times and our worries and anxieties can leave us feeling confused and struggling with negative thoughts and emotions. I have a friendly, warm, down to earth approach that provides you with a nurturing environment to help you explore your concerns, rebuild your confidence and enable you to implement strategies and approaches that will help you move forward positively with your life.
Welcome to my profile, I know life can be challenging at times and our worries and anxieties can leave us feeling confused and struggling with negative thoughts and emotions. I have a friendly, warm, down to earth approach that provides you with a nurturing environment to help you explore your concerns, rebuild your confidence and enable you to implement strategies and approaches that will help you move forward positively with your life.
Together with Transactional Analysis, I integrate aspects of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy plus mindfulness, relaxation and journaling techniques into sessions which you are able to utilise, if you wish to do so, both within and outside of the therapy room.
Hi there! I work with adults online and in-person offering a calm and welcoming environment where you can speak freely and confidentially about whatever is on your mind or however you are feeling, even if finding the words is difficult.
My practice is mainly Transactional Analysis, a form of psychotherapy, which focuses on thoughts feelings and behaviours in the past and present, offering insight into individual, personal choices for the future.
I specialise in anxiety and stress, related to family, relationships and the workplace. I also have experience working in bereavement services and I'm an LGBTQ+ ally.
Together with Transactional Analysis, I integrate aspects of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy plus mindfulness, relaxation and journaling techniques into sessions which you are able to utilise, if you wish to do so, both within and outside of the therapy room.
Hi there! I work with adults online and in-person offering a calm and welcoming environment where you can speak freely and confidentially about whatever is on your mind or however you are feeling, even if finding the words is difficult.
My practice is mainly Transactional Analysis, a form of psychotherapy, which focuses on thoughts feelings and behaviours in the past and present, offering insight into individual, personal choices for the future.
I specialise in anxiety and stress, related to family, relationships and the workplace. I also have experience working in bereavement services and I'm an LGBTQ+ ally.
This includes Compassion Focused Therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique, EMDR, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution Focused Therapy
You might not know exactly whats wrong - only that something doesn't feel right. On the outside things may look fine, but inside it can feel overwhelming, confusing and hard to manage - trying to hold everything together. If you're feel stuck, overwhelmed, or simply not yourself—you’re not alone, and you don’t have to face it by yourself. You might be struggling with your thoughts or emotions, finding relationships difficult, feeling lost or unsure of your direction, or noticing patterns in your life that you can’t seem to change. Sometimes, it’s not even clear what the problem is just that something needs to shift.
This includes Compassion Focused Therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique, EMDR, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution Focused Therapy
You might not know exactly whats wrong - only that something doesn't feel right. On the outside things may look fine, but inside it can feel overwhelming, confusing and hard to manage - trying to hold everything together. If you're feel stuck, overwhelmed, or simply not yourself—you’re not alone, and you don’t have to face it by yourself. You might be struggling with your thoughts or emotions, finding relationships difficult, feeling lost or unsure of your direction, or noticing patterns in your life that you can’t seem to change. Sometimes, it’s not even clear what the problem is just that something needs to shift.
You may be successful but your worries and tendency to go over worst case scenarios in your head are so hard to control. Perhaps your anxiety is making it difficult for you to sleep well, relax, causing problems in your relationships, or bringing on panic attacks. You may have been coping by trying to block the worries out or avoid the situations that trigger your anxiety, but this is only making it harder for you to be present in your life and relationships the way you want to be. I'm here to help and let you know that you can learn to live life in the moment and learn to trust in your coping skills again.
You may be successful but your worries and tendency to go over worst case scenarios in your head are so hard to control. Perhaps your anxiety is making it difficult for you to sleep well, relax, causing problems in your relationships, or bringing on panic attacks. You may have been coping by trying to block the worries out or avoid the situations that trigger your anxiety, but this is only making it harder for you to be present in your life and relationships the way you want to be. I'm here to help and let you know that you can learn to live life in the moment and learn to trust in your coping skills again.
I work with adults experiencing PTSD, trauma, phobias, fear-based avoidance, panic and anxiety (including OCD) that impacts daily functioning, confidence and quality of life. I offer evidence-based support using EMDR and CBT. This ensures therapy is focused, effective, measurable and tailored to achieve meaningful, lasting change. Recovery from trauma and anxiety often involves more than talking in a therapy room. Together, we work to reduce fear, rebuild confidence and help you to re-engage with situations, environments or activities that may feel overwhelming or restricted after difficult experiences.
I work with adults experiencing PTSD, trauma, phobias, fear-based avoidance, panic and anxiety (including OCD) that impacts daily functioning, confidence and quality of life. I offer evidence-based support using EMDR and CBT. This ensures therapy is focused, effective, measurable and tailored to achieve meaningful, lasting change. Recovery from trauma and anxiety often involves more than talking in a therapy room. Together, we work to reduce fear, rebuild confidence and help you to re-engage with situations, environments or activities that may feel overwhelming or restricted after difficult experiences.
Hi, my name is Jeanette. Are you finding life challenging, difficult or stressful? Are you struggling with anxiety, feeling worried, depressed or emotionally overwhelmed? You are not alone. Therapy can help.
It can be hard to know where to turn for help, however I am here to offer you the support you need to overcome any mental health difficulties you may be facing. Whether you're feeling anxious, low or overwhelmed, CBT can help you gain control over unhelpful patterns of thoughts & behaviours. CBT can help you break free from those vicious cycles that are keeping you stuck & hindering your personal growth, & emotional wellbeing.
Hi, my name is Jeanette. Are you finding life challenging, difficult or stressful? Are you struggling with anxiety, feeling worried, depressed or emotionally overwhelmed? You are not alone. Therapy can help.
It can be hard to know where to turn for help, however I am here to offer you the support you need to overcome any mental health difficulties you may be facing. Whether you're feeling anxious, low or overwhelmed, CBT can help you gain control over unhelpful patterns of thoughts & behaviours. CBT can help you break free from those vicious cycles that are keeping you stuck & hindering your personal growth, & emotional wellbeing.
Hi there. Integrative therapist with many years experience. Working with ages 14+. Offering variable hours. Working in Chester, Heswall and online. Special interest and further training in Anxiety, OCD and all forms of childhood abuse/trauma. I’m committed to creating a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. I will be alongside you on your journey and together will explore what has been going on in your life and look at the bits you are not happy with. I will support you as you pick up new skills or adapt ones that you already had to find a way forward that feels better for you.
Hi there. Integrative therapist with many years experience. Working with ages 14+. Offering variable hours. Working in Chester, Heswall and online. Special interest and further training in Anxiety, OCD and all forms of childhood abuse/trauma. I’m committed to creating a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. I will be alongside you on your journey and together will explore what has been going on in your life and look at the bits you are not happy with. I will support you as you pick up new skills or adapt ones that you already had to find a way forward that feels better for you.
Hi, I'm Matthew and I am an Individual, Family & Couples Psychotherapist, specialising in anxiety management, low mood and neurodiversity. I have worked with individuals, couples and families for over 25 years, helping them manage their emotional health and wellbeing. I have helped children, young people and their parents and couples work through a range of difficulties including anxiety, low mood/depression, managing challenging behaviour, Autism, anger management, frequent family clashes, the effects of couple tension, bereavement, and conflict in relationships.
Hi, I'm Matthew and I am an Individual, Family & Couples Psychotherapist, specialising in anxiety management, low mood and neurodiversity. I have worked with individuals, couples and families for over 25 years, helping them manage their emotional health and wellbeing. I have helped children, young people and their parents and couples work through a range of difficulties including anxiety, low mood/depression, managing challenging behaviour, Autism, anger management, frequent family clashes, the effects of couple tension, bereavement, and conflict in relationships.
When you are navigating rehabilitation, it is common to feel stuck. I work with individuals who are physically recovering from an injury but find themselves struggling with the psychological impact. You might be experiencing a fear of re-injury, anxiety about returning to your training, or feeling a profound loss of identity now that your usual routine has been disrupted. Rehabilitation is a slow, often gruelling process. My aim is to help you process these changes, rebuild confidence in your body, and safely cross the final hurdle back to the activities you value.
When you are navigating rehabilitation, it is common to feel stuck. I work with individuals who are physically recovering from an injury but find themselves struggling with the psychological impact. You might be experiencing a fear of re-injury, anxiety about returning to your training, or feeling a profound loss of identity now that your usual routine has been disrupted. Rehabilitation is a slow, often gruelling process. My aim is to help you process these changes, rebuild confidence in your body, and safely cross the final hurdle back to the activities you value.
My approach is based on Mindfulness-Based and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Escape the diet trap and find lasting weight loss with me. You may have tried many different diets, but can never do them for long, or regain the weight you have lost. You are not on your own; diets do not work in the long term. In fact, going on a strict 'diet' can lead to yo-yo dieting and weight gain. Whether you've been trapped in the diet cycle, or are considering, or already using, weight loss injections and want the psychological support that research shows makes them more effective, I can help you find what works for you, and a way of sticking at it. You deserve to stop fighting your body and finally feel at peace with food.
My approach is based on Mindfulness-Based and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Escape the diet trap and find lasting weight loss with me. You may have tried many different diets, but can never do them for long, or regain the weight you have lost. You are not on your own; diets do not work in the long term. In fact, going on a strict 'diet' can lead to yo-yo dieting and weight gain. Whether you've been trapped in the diet cycle, or are considering, or already using, weight loss injections and want the psychological support that research shows makes them more effective, I can help you find what works for you, and a way of sticking at it. You deserve to stop fighting your body and finally feel at peace with food.
I bring more than just academic qualifications to counselling. I also bring my experience from my previous career as a broadcaster to create a unique therapeutic offer. As an integrative therapist I am ready to guide you on your personal path to wellbeing. My style is informal and welcoming. I don't just hear what you have to tell me, I listen and help you find your path by fostering a creative and positve theraputic alliance.
I bring more than just academic qualifications to counselling. I also bring my experience from my previous career as a broadcaster to create a unique therapeutic offer. As an integrative therapist I am ready to guide you on your personal path to wellbeing. My style is informal and welcoming. I don't just hear what you have to tell me, I listen and help you find your path by fostering a creative and positve theraputic alliance.
Are you in a space where you feel anxious, frustrated or depressed? Do you feel stuck or lost ? Are you letting fear or sadness keep you from moving forward? Do you find yourself feeling unfulfilled, unmotivated, held back in your relationships and pursuits in some way? Why wait to feel better? Take action and let's talk. Together we can find new ways of managing your difficulties, understand yourself better and live a more balanced and fulfilling life. Sometimes we need a little help to improve and advance onto the next step.
Are you in a space where you feel anxious, frustrated or depressed? Do you feel stuck or lost ? Are you letting fear or sadness keep you from moving forward? Do you find yourself feeling unfulfilled, unmotivated, held back in your relationships and pursuits in some way? Why wait to feel better? Take action and let's talk. Together we can find new ways of managing your difficulties, understand yourself better and live a more balanced and fulfilling life. Sometimes we need a little help to improve and advance onto the next step.
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.
I am an Accredited Counsellor & Psychotherapist with nearly 20 years of rich & varied experience of working with a diverse mix of clients in various settings ranging from mental health services, NHS clinics, sexual health & sexual violence services. I work from a non pathological stance and value diversity. In addition to my therapeutic training I have undertaken specialist training enabling me to work effectively with neurodivergent clients. I am also an accredited Mindfulness teacher and incorporate aspects of this into my client work.I hope to enable clients to gain insights and meet themselves with compassion & understanding.
I am an Accredited Counsellor & Psychotherapist with nearly 20 years of rich & varied experience of working with a diverse mix of clients in various settings ranging from mental health services, NHS clinics, sexual health & sexual violence services. I work from a non pathological stance and value diversity. In addition to my therapeutic training I have undertaken specialist training enabling me to work effectively with neurodivergent clients. I am also an accredited Mindfulness teacher and incorporate aspects of this into my client work.I hope to enable clients to gain insights and meet themselves with compassion & understanding.
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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.