Transgender Counselling in Wigan
Claire Duchateau
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Wigan WN5
Is being your unique you uncomfortable uneasy and painful at times? Do you even know who is the real you? Are you a French expat lost and under pressure to adjust to an unfamiliar territory? Are you neuro-divergent trying to grapple the complexities of work, relationships and life? Are you LGBTQ struggling to navigate societal expectations, inclusivity and coming out? And most importantly are you ready to get out of your comfort zone, rise above and break free from your limiting beliefs?
Is being your unique you uncomfortable uneasy and painful at times? Do you even know who is the real you? Are you a French expat lost and under pressure to adjust to an unfamiliar territory? Are you neuro-divergent trying to grapple the complexities of work, relationships and life? Are you LGBTQ struggling to navigate societal expectations, inclusivity and coming out? And most importantly are you ready to get out of your comfort zone, rise above and break free from your limiting beliefs?
Catherine Walsh
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Wigan WN3
I have a private practice attached to my home. I have been in private practice since 2006 using an integrative approach. I see Adults from the age of 18. Please check your spam / junk folder as on occasion emails go into spam and I always endeavour to reply the same day. Please see website for further details:
I have a private practice attached to my home. I have been in private practice since 2006 using an integrative approach. I see Adults from the age of 18. Please check your spam / junk folder as on occasion emails go into spam and I always endeavour to reply the same day. Please see website for further details:
Patricia Broadhurst Therapy
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Wigan WN2
Are you feeling lost or stuck but perhaps can't understand why? I can help you to understand how difficult experiences and trauma have impacted on the way you are feeling now. Together we can work to find strategies for healing and recovery so that you will feel empowered to move forward with strength. I work pluralistically, which means I do not adhere to one specific modality. I will work in a way that feels right for you, is safe, secure and confidential. My goal is for you to live your best life.
Are you feeling lost or stuck but perhaps can't understand why? I can help you to understand how difficult experiences and trauma have impacted on the way you are feeling now. Together we can work to find strategies for healing and recovery so that you will feel empowered to move forward with strength. I work pluralistically, which means I do not adhere to one specific modality. I will work in a way that feels right for you, is safe, secure and confidential. My goal is for you to live your best life.
FettleBee Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Wigan WN5
Are you feeling stuck, anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed? Life can be painful and upsetting. Are you looking for a safe, relaxing space where you can talk openly and in confidence to someone who will listen and understand what you are going through? I can provide an opportunity for you to talk about things that are difficult to share with others. I can help you to feel better about yourself, your problems and better understand yourself and your feelings, or even to find meaning from life. You can discuss your issues with me without being judged or criticised, with acceptance and empathy.
Are you feeling stuck, anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed? Life can be painful and upsetting. Are you looking for a safe, relaxing space where you can talk openly and in confidence to someone who will listen and understand what you are going through? I can provide an opportunity for you to talk about things that are difficult to share with others. I can help you to feel better about yourself, your problems and better understand yourself and your feelings, or even to find meaning from life. You can discuss your issues with me without being judged or criticised, with acceptance and empathy.
Be Better Counselling
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Wigan WN3
As a fully-qualified and experienced counsellor, I take a holistic approach to person centred therapy. I believe firmly in the importance of building up a strong relationship with my clients in order to improve their self-esteem and empower them to make the necessary changes in their lives. Offering a non-judgemental and approachable listening ear, it’s my mission to help those who need it most, especially those who have already had a negative experience of counselling, I practice in a safe, welcoming and comfortable environment.
As a fully-qualified and experienced counsellor, I take a holistic approach to person centred therapy. I believe firmly in the importance of building up a strong relationship with my clients in order to improve their self-esteem and empower them to make the necessary changes in their lives. Offering a non-judgemental and approachable listening ear, it’s my mission to help those who need it most, especially those who have already had a negative experience of counselling, I practice in a safe, welcoming and comfortable environment.
Kerry Thorpe Therapy
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Wigan WN4
Are you a couple looking for support with enhancing your communication and the quality of your connection with your partner? Are you an individual looking for an experienced counsellor who can work with a wide range of issues? Perhaps you have experienced difficulty in your relationship or life and want to work through, heal from and process this in therapy. Perhaps you are looking for growth and forward movement, individually, or with your partner. You may want to feel more enjoyment in life and be able to respond to stressful situations in a different way?
Are you a couple looking for support with enhancing your communication and the quality of your connection with your partner? Are you an individual looking for an experienced counsellor who can work with a wide range of issues? Perhaps you have experienced difficulty in your relationship or life and want to work through, heal from and process this in therapy. Perhaps you are looking for growth and forward movement, individually, or with your partner. You may want to feel more enjoyment in life and be able to respond to stressful situations in a different way?
North West Counselling Services
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wigan WN5
Having experienced counselling myself, I appreciate the importance of the therapeutic relationship. I pride myself on creating a warm and confidential environment which allows my clients the space and privacy to talk about their personal problems, free from judgement. I feel privilege to do a job that makes a difference, learning about people and really offering help to them in times of deep personal need. As well as running my private practice, I work part-time in a couple of secondary schools and I deliver counselling sessions for a women's charity in Liverpool. I am a Person Centred Counsellor and CBT Therapist.
Having experienced counselling myself, I appreciate the importance of the therapeutic relationship. I pride myself on creating a warm and confidential environment which allows my clients the space and privacy to talk about their personal problems, free from judgement. I feel privilege to do a job that makes a difference, learning about people and really offering help to them in times of deep personal need. As well as running my private practice, I work part-time in a couple of secondary schools and I deliver counselling sessions for a women's charity in Liverpool. I am a Person Centred Counsellor and CBT Therapist.
Lynne Christine Hutton
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Wigan WN6
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions? I aim to provide a safe space, and my full presence to listen to you. I am a Person-Centred/Experiential Counsellor with a 1st Class BA (Hons) Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy, working in an emotion-focused way. I am passionate about counselling. I offer a warm, empathic, non-judgemental space, which will hopefully enable you to share whatever you wish, to help to empower you to make positive change in your life. specialisms:Bereavement, Neurodiversity, Anxiety, Self-harm, Depression,Children in care/ safeguarding/Child Protection,victims of the Manchester terrorist attack.
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions? I aim to provide a safe space, and my full presence to listen to you. I am a Person-Centred/Experiential Counsellor with a 1st Class BA (Hons) Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy, working in an emotion-focused way. I am passionate about counselling. I offer a warm, empathic, non-judgemental space, which will hopefully enable you to share whatever you wish, to help to empower you to make positive change in your life. specialisms:Bereavement, Neurodiversity, Anxiety, Self-harm, Depression,Children in care/ safeguarding/Child Protection,victims of the Manchester terrorist attack.
Sandra Hurree
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Wigan WN1
I am a qualified BACP Accredited and experienced Person Centred Counsellor, and CPCAB qualified Therapeutic Counselling Supervisor following the Hawkins & Shohet's 7 Eyed Model of Supervision, and my aim is to help, support, guide and mentor individuals in overcoming their most difficult challenges, and empower clients to find their own path and facilitate positive change and personal growth. My aim is to commit to providing a safe and confidential space, offering a non-judgemental approach, believing in your ability to self-heal, whilst I walk alongside you as you explore your inner world and journey of self-exploration.
I am a qualified BACP Accredited and experienced Person Centred Counsellor, and CPCAB qualified Therapeutic Counselling Supervisor following the Hawkins & Shohet's 7 Eyed Model of Supervision, and my aim is to help, support, guide and mentor individuals in overcoming their most difficult challenges, and empower clients to find their own path and facilitate positive change and personal growth. My aim is to commit to providing a safe and confidential space, offering a non-judgemental approach, believing in your ability to self-heal, whilst I walk alongside you as you explore your inner world and journey of self-exploration.
Katy Rudd - Wellbeing in Mind Therapies
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wigan WN6
Welcome to Wellbeing in Mind Psychological Therapies. Are you looking to manage problematic symptoms of low mood and anxiety? Have you experienced traumatic events that are impacting your functioning? Do you have relationship difficulties that have been brought about by significant changes in your life? If any of this sounds familiar, the combination of therapies I offer could make a real difference to your wellbeing.
Welcome to Wellbeing in Mind Psychological Therapies. Are you looking to manage problematic symptoms of low mood and anxiety? Have you experienced traumatic events that are impacting your functioning? Do you have relationship difficulties that have been brought about by significant changes in your life? If any of this sounds familiar, the combination of therapies I offer could make a real difference to your wellbeing.
Denise Hare
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Wigan WN1
I offer talking therapy in a confidential, safe and relaxing environment. It may be easier to talk about personal issues, in an alternative place, with someone who is not involved and is totally non-judgemental. Counselling is my passion! I believe we were born to be real...not perfect. My belief in the process, how it works and in particular how the working alliance can help you to move forward never stops.
I offer talking therapy in a confidential, safe and relaxing environment. It may be easier to talk about personal issues, in an alternative place, with someone who is not involved and is totally non-judgemental. Counselling is my passion! I believe we were born to be real...not perfect. My belief in the process, how it works and in particular how the working alliance can help you to move forward never stops.
Karen Moore
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Wigan WN1
Are you finding life difficult and looking for help? Are you struggling with changes that you feel are out of your control? Counselling aims to help you deal with and overcome issues that are causing emotional pain or making you feel uncomfortable. Counselling also helps you build a deeper relationship with yourself and others.
Are you finding life difficult and looking for help? Are you struggling with changes that you feel are out of your control? Counselling aims to help you deal with and overcome issues that are causing emotional pain or making you feel uncomfortable. Counselling also helps you build a deeper relationship with yourself and others.
Southport Counselling Service
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Wigan WN3
Are you feeling stuck, facing a challenging period, struggling to cope or just wanting to understand yourself better? Are you feeling lost, powerless and helpless? You might have experienced a life changing event such as bereavement or divorce and be struggling with knowing how to cope with the future. Are you experiencing stress at work, even feelings of panic? I can help you explore these issues and others in a safe, quiet and relaxing environment. You are an expert on you. I look forward to hearing from you if you’d like to work with me.
Are you feeling stuck, facing a challenging period, struggling to cope or just wanting to understand yourself better? Are you feeling lost, powerless and helpless? You might have experienced a life changing event such as bereavement or divorce and be struggling with knowing how to cope with the future. Are you experiencing stress at work, even feelings of panic? I can help you explore these issues and others in a safe, quiet and relaxing environment. You are an expert on you. I look forward to hearing from you if you’d like to work with me.
Philip Anthony Counselling
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Wigan WN1
Talking about personal issues can be difficult but I am here to support your individual needs. I work with children, young people, and adults. Contacting a counsellor can scary if you have never done it before, but please be assured we will move at your own speed in your own time. You can contact me via email or phone, then decide after the free initial consultation if you want to continue. Limited Concessions for students. (Student I.D required). Individuals face to face, zoom or phone. DBS Checked. Memberships: BACP, BPS
Talking about personal issues can be difficult but I am here to support your individual needs. I work with children, young people, and adults. Contacting a counsellor can scary if you have never done it before, but please be assured we will move at your own speed in your own time. You can contact me via email or phone, then decide after the free initial consultation if you want to continue. Limited Concessions for students. (Student I.D required). Individuals face to face, zoom or phone. DBS Checked. Memberships: BACP, BPS
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As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognise a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognise a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.