LGBTQ+ Affirming Counselling in Timperley
Whether you are navigating a loss in your life, struggling with addiction, or exploring your identity within the LGBTQIA+ community, I believe you already hold within yourself the resources needed for growth and healing.
There are many different types of therapy, and mine is called Person Centred Therapy. The main things that set this type of therapy apart are that I do not provide advice to you, I accept you truly as you are, and the content of each session is led by you, tailored to your needs.
Whether you are navigating a loss in your life, struggling with addiction, or exploring your identity within the LGBTQIA+ community, I believe you already hold within yourself the resources needed for growth and healing.
There are many different types of therapy, and mine is called Person Centred Therapy. The main things that set this type of therapy apart are that I do not provide advice to you, I accept you truly as you are, and the content of each session is led by you, tailored to your needs.
Hi there. As a therapist, I offer a safe place to explore a wide range of personal and private issues in confidence. I believe that people suffer unnecessarily due to a lack of education on the purpose, function and management of the mental and emotion parts of ourselves. I want to bridge the gap between those that have studied and those that have struggled with mental health. I am here to support you in your journey by offering a friendly, impartial and philosophical yet practical perspective, to assist you in understanding what may be going on and to devise and tailor a way to healing and happiness.
Hi there. As a therapist, I offer a safe place to explore a wide range of personal and private issues in confidence. I believe that people suffer unnecessarily due to a lack of education on the purpose, function and management of the mental and emotion parts of ourselves. I want to bridge the gap between those that have studied and those that have struggled with mental health. I am here to support you in your journey by offering a friendly, impartial and philosophical yet practical perspective, to assist you in understanding what may be going on and to devise and tailor a way to healing and happiness.
If you have been struggling with anxiety, self-criticism, shame, low mood, difficult emotions & relationships, it may be the right time to find a trusted therapist; someone to help you understand & grow from the effects of adversity, stress & trauma. Our wellbeing can be affected by many things - work stress, early adversity, significant trauma or relationships, and we do our best to find helpful coping strategies. When our ways of coping don't work so well, we can feel stuck and isolated - psychological therapy can help us move beyond those barriers. I focus on you as an individual, without using labels or diagnoses.
If you have been struggling with anxiety, self-criticism, shame, low mood, difficult emotions & relationships, it may be the right time to find a trusted therapist; someone to help you understand & grow from the effects of adversity, stress & trauma. Our wellbeing can be affected by many things - work stress, early adversity, significant trauma or relationships, and we do our best to find helpful coping strategies. When our ways of coping don't work so well, we can feel stuck and isolated - psychological therapy can help us move beyond those barriers. I focus on you as an individual, without using labels or diagnoses.
Sharing difficulties with a stranger can be daunting, but often better than facing them alone. Explore your experiences during our sessions together and find a way to understand, cope and thrive in this ever challenging world. Start today.
Sharing difficulties with a stranger can be daunting, but often better than facing them alone. Explore your experiences during our sessions together and find a way to understand, cope and thrive in this ever challenging world. Start today.
Why do we feel like we do?
Maybe anxious? Maybe depressed? Maybe self-critical? Maybe not able to interact with others as we'd like and feeling like our relationships could be better?
Maybe just feeling like we could be living a happier more fulfilled and engaged life?
The patterns of how we feel now have been laid down in our past. Our feelings and behaviours are all there for a reason - usually in ways that somehow protected earlier versions of ourselves.
In therapy we can safely and kindly explore how you are feeling now, where your feelings have come from and how we can approach life differently.
Why do we feel like we do?
Maybe anxious? Maybe depressed? Maybe self-critical? Maybe not able to interact with others as we'd like and feeling like our relationships could be better?
Maybe just feeling like we could be living a happier more fulfilled and engaged life?
The patterns of how we feel now have been laid down in our past. Our feelings and behaviours are all there for a reason - usually in ways that somehow protected earlier versions of ourselves.
In therapy we can safely and kindly explore how you are feeling now, where your feelings have come from and how we can approach life differently.
If you're willing to gently turn inward, ask yourself some uncomfortable yet meaningful questions, and bring your full self into a therapeutic relationship, I'm ready to work with you. Many of my clients come with anxiety, trauma, ADHD, grief, relationship difficulties, identity questions, or a sense of feeling stuck or disconnected. Together, we explore not only what is happening, but also why, creating opportunities for deeper understanding and meaningful change.
If you're willing to gently turn inward, ask yourself some uncomfortable yet meaningful questions, and bring your full self into a therapeutic relationship, I'm ready to work with you. Many of my clients come with anxiety, trauma, ADHD, grief, relationship difficulties, identity questions, or a sense of feeling stuck or disconnected. Together, we explore not only what is happening, but also why, creating opportunities for deeper understanding and meaningful change.
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My name is Ash and I am an integrative counsellor offering counselling online across the UK and face to face counselling in Bath (and soon Bristol.) My areas of special interest are in trauma, LGBTQIA+ issues, neurodiversity, loss and grief.
Being an integrative counsellor means that my training is in a variety of theories and approaches which I can draw upon in my work.
I work on a session by session basis, so you can be in control of the right timeframe of counselling for you.
My name is Ash and I am an integrative counsellor offering counselling online across the UK and face to face counselling in Bath (and soon Bristol.) My areas of special interest are in trauma, LGBTQIA+ issues, neurodiversity, loss and grief.
Being an integrative counsellor means that my training is in a variety of theories and approaches which I can draw upon in my work.
I work on a session by session basis, so you can be in control of the right timeframe of counselling for you.
I am a queer, non binary therapist.
My areas of special interest are: Addiction, Attachment, Body Image, Family Estrangement, Gender Identity, LGBTQIA+, Childhood Wounding, Intimacy and Sex, Trauma.
I am a queer, non binary therapist.
My areas of special interest are: Addiction, Attachment, Body Image, Family Estrangement, Gender Identity, LGBTQIA+, Childhood Wounding, Intimacy and Sex, Trauma.
I am white, working-class, neurodivergent, queer and ethically non-monogamous.
I am a person-centred counsellor, which means that I believe you know best what you need. I will offer you a safe place, support, and acceptance for you to explore your struggles. I believe that with non-judgemental care, people naturally move towards self improvement. Even if you're not entirely sure what's wrong or how to fix it, together we can explore it and, hopefully, find your path through it.
I work one-on-one, both face-to-face and online. I offer as many sessions as you need, providing you with a place to explore your problems, without judgement.
I am white, working-class, neurodivergent, queer and ethically non-monogamous.
I am a person-centred counsellor, which means that I believe you know best what you need. I will offer you a safe place, support, and acceptance for you to explore your struggles. I believe that with non-judgemental care, people naturally move towards self improvement. Even if you're not entirely sure what's wrong or how to fix it, together we can explore it and, hopefully, find your path through it.
I work one-on-one, both face-to-face and online. I offer as many sessions as you need, providing you with a place to explore your problems, without judgement.
Working with myself, we will explore the most important relationship you will ever have, the one with yourself.
Working with myself, we will explore the most important relationship you will ever have, the one with yourself.
I am a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, a Buddhist, and a person-centred psychotherapist.
I am a Registered Member of the BACP, with a first-class Bachelor’s degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy: Professional Practice from the University of Salford. I have over 350+ hours of therapeutic experience working with a range of issues from depression, anxiety, ADHD, low self-esteem, trauma, grief, LGBTQ+ issues, addiction, and more.
I am a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, a Buddhist, and a person-centred psychotherapist.
I am a Registered Member of the BACP, with a first-class Bachelor’s degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy: Professional Practice from the University of Salford. I have over 350+ hours of therapeutic experience working with a range of issues from depression, anxiety, ADHD, low self-esteem, trauma, grief, LGBTQ+ issues, addiction, and more.
I value working deeply and curiously to untangle challenges in people's experiences. So often we are stuck in relationships or in situations that don't serve us. However, with support, we can find out about where these issues originate and how to move forward with compassion. I work with attachment theory to unpick relational patterns and look at reactions and choices we make in life. I work with clients' Parts to begin to understand their inner world and build new ways of communicating, growing self-esteem and confidence. I love working with clients from a base of an authentic and trusting relationship on a medium/long-term basis.
I value working deeply and curiously to untangle challenges in people's experiences. So often we are stuck in relationships or in situations that don't serve us. However, with support, we can find out about where these issues originate and how to move forward with compassion. I work with attachment theory to unpick relational patterns and look at reactions and choices we make in life. I work with clients' Parts to begin to understand their inner world and build new ways of communicating, growing self-esteem and confidence. I love working with clients from a base of an authentic and trusting relationship on a medium/long-term basis.
I work in a way that’s person-centred, integrative, inclusive and relational. I always place your needs and values at the centre of our therapeutic work, while embracing your freedom and autonomy. I take an affirmative approach in encouraging you to bring any and all parts of your unique self; I take care to not pathologise or criticise you. I work very relationally, and I believe therapy can only be effective if there’s a strong therapeutic relationship at the heart of it. I’m interested in exploring what goes on in the therapeutic process and how this may mirror dynamics you’re experiencing in your wider life and relationships.
I work in a way that’s person-centred, integrative, inclusive and relational. I always place your needs and values at the centre of our therapeutic work, while embracing your freedom and autonomy. I take an affirmative approach in encouraging you to bring any and all parts of your unique self; I take care to not pathologise or criticise you. I work very relationally, and I believe therapy can only be effective if there’s a strong therapeutic relationship at the heart of it. I’m interested in exploring what goes on in the therapeutic process and how this may mirror dynamics you’re experiencing in your wider life and relationships.
Are you looking for a counsellor who celebrates you for who you are and respects you as an expert in your own experience? As a humanistic, integrative counsellor, I'll put your unique self at the very heart of our work and draw from a variety of therapeutic techniques to find out what works best for you. I aim to use kindness, warmth & humour to make space for you can to yourself and come to understand yourself better. Inclusivity is central to my practice: I'm neurodiversity affirming; and committed to supporting LGBQT+ clients, including trans & gender diverse clients, and those in non-monogamous or non-traditional relationships.
Are you looking for a counsellor who celebrates you for who you are and respects you as an expert in your own experience? As a humanistic, integrative counsellor, I'll put your unique self at the very heart of our work and draw from a variety of therapeutic techniques to find out what works best for you. I aim to use kindness, warmth & humour to make space for you can to yourself and come to understand yourself better. Inclusivity is central to my practice: I'm neurodiversity affirming; and committed to supporting LGBQT+ clients, including trans & gender diverse clients, and those in non-monogamous or non-traditional relationships.
Do you find yourself constantly putting everyone else first, and resenting it inside?
Struggling with a phobia that's taking over your life?
Exhausted by complicated family dynamics, or confidence that keeps letting you down?
I work with people who feel like that. I help them to figure out what's going on for them, to feel more grounded, less stuck, and to feel more like themselves again (after we've figured out who that is, sometimes!)
I aim to be warm as well as direct. I won't just let you talk endlessly - I'll challenge you. In turn, you can say whatever you need to, however you need to. I'm here for it.
Do you find yourself constantly putting everyone else first, and resenting it inside?
Struggling with a phobia that's taking over your life?
Exhausted by complicated family dynamics, or confidence that keeps letting you down?
I work with people who feel like that. I help them to figure out what's going on for them, to feel more grounded, less stuck, and to feel more like themselves again (after we've figured out who that is, sometimes!)
I aim to be warm as well as direct. I won't just let you talk endlessly - I'll challenge you. In turn, you can say whatever you need to, however you need to. I'm here for it.
Hello, my name is Claire and thank you for reading my profile. It can take a lot to reach out and this is the first step.
I'm a person centered Therapist with over 20 years experience. I am also EMDR trained to work with both adults and children. I am NCPS accredited registered, fully insured and highly experienced in many areas. I aim to offer a safe and warm environment that will enable you to reflect, heal and grow. I am here to try and help you navigate the troubled waters and
will be by your side to help guide you through. Please feel free to reach out for a free initial 15 minutes telephone consultation.
Hello, my name is Claire and thank you for reading my profile. It can take a lot to reach out and this is the first step.
I'm a person centered Therapist with over 20 years experience. I am also EMDR trained to work with both adults and children. I am NCPS accredited registered, fully insured and highly experienced in many areas. I aim to offer a safe and warm environment that will enable you to reflect, heal and grow. I am here to try and help you navigate the troubled waters and
will be by your side to help guide you through. Please feel free to reach out for a free initial 15 minutes telephone consultation.
I specialise in working with neurodivergent people, trans, nonbinary, bisexual, queer, and gay folks, and those struggling with their relationship with body image, eating, and self-esteem - and often in the intersections between these areas!
I hope to be both a safe harbour where you can unmask and feel seen, heard, understood and accepted, as well as an encouraging journeying companion for our venture into learning, growth, and healing. Having over a decade of clinical training and practice, including a Doctorate in Psychological Therapies, helps me tailor my approach to your brain and needs.
I specialise in working with neurodivergent people, trans, nonbinary, bisexual, queer, and gay folks, and those struggling with their relationship with body image, eating, and self-esteem - and often in the intersections between these areas!
I hope to be both a safe harbour where you can unmask and feel seen, heard, understood and accepted, as well as an encouraging journeying companion for our venture into learning, growth, and healing. Having over a decade of clinical training and practice, including a Doctorate in Psychological Therapies, helps me tailor my approach to your brain and needs.
Would you say your childhood was fine but can't identify many times where you felt happy? Do you experience feelings of emptiness, struggle in relationships, or find yourself always doing things for other people who never return the favour? Do you feel like you have never fit in, never belonged, or that you have to be someone else when you are around other people? Has something changed in your life and now you're finding it hard to adjust? Do you struggle to understand why you do some of the things you do? Do you feel like you can never find other people who have similar experiences to yours?
Would you say your childhood was fine but can't identify many times where you felt happy? Do you experience feelings of emptiness, struggle in relationships, or find yourself always doing things for other people who never return the favour? Do you feel like you have never fit in, never belonged, or that you have to be someone else when you are around other people? Has something changed in your life and now you're finding it hard to adjust? Do you struggle to understand why you do some of the things you do? Do you feel like you can never find other people who have similar experiences to yours?
Hello, I'm Amy. I recognise that life can sometimes be complex, confusing, and difficult. Our anxieties and worries can feel overwhelming, and have a real impact on our day to day experience, our relationships with others, and the way we see ourselves. I'm here to listen to you, warmly and without judgement, and to help you to develop an understanding of you are. Together we can explore ways in which we can make changes in order to relieve discomfort, make sense of how your history may have impacted you, and free you of any processes that don't serve you well. We will work on putting yourself at the centre of your narrative.
Hello, I'm Amy. I recognise that life can sometimes be complex, confusing, and difficult. Our anxieties and worries can feel overwhelming, and have a real impact on our day to day experience, our relationships with others, and the way we see ourselves. I'm here to listen to you, warmly and without judgement, and to help you to develop an understanding of you are. Together we can explore ways in which we can make changes in order to relieve discomfort, make sense of how your history may have impacted you, and free you of any processes that don't serve you well. We will work on putting yourself at the centre of your narrative.
An understanding therapy space for queer, gender non- conforming, non- binary and trans individuals and an ethical non-monogamous (ENM) informed practice with a deep understanding of diverse relationships and queer identities.
Welcome! I’m Tasha, I’m an experienced therapist of over 10 years with a background in mental health nursing. I offer a non judgmental, informed therapy space for all. Embarking on therapy can be overwhelming and I strongly believe everybody should have access to therapy in the most meaningful way and this starts with being understood in the therapy room. I aim to provide an understanding space for you to work towards your goals and feel like the best version of yourself. I work with a wide range of difficulties. Please feel free to get in touch for a free initial consultation.
An understanding therapy space for queer, gender non- conforming, non- binary and trans individuals and an ethical non-monogamous (ENM) informed practice with a deep understanding of diverse relationships and queer identities.
Welcome! I’m Tasha, I’m an experienced therapist of over 10 years with a background in mental health nursing. I offer a non judgmental, informed therapy space for all. Embarking on therapy can be overwhelming and I strongly believe everybody should have access to therapy in the most meaningful way and this starts with being understood in the therapy room. I aim to provide an understanding space for you to work towards your goals and feel like the best version of yourself. I work with a wide range of difficulties. Please feel free to get in touch for a free initial consultation.
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LGBTQ+ Counsellors
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialised training, either during their degree programme or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalisation in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialised training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.