Sleep or Insomnia Counselling in Wilmslow

Dr Aoiffe Kilcommons, Happiness in Mind.
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Are you looking for lasting happiness & well-being? Dr Kilcommons is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Cognitive Analytic Therapist, accredited Cognitive Behaviour Therapist & Brainspotting Therapist; with over 25 years clinical experience across community & inpatient, substance misuse, physical health, forensic & performance settings. She is also EFT Level II, Voice Dialogue & Reiki trained. She specialises in general mental health issues, trauma & working with high performers, largely in elite sports & business. Sessions are held in the strictest of confidence, with compassionate care & tailored to your needs.
Are you looking for lasting happiness & well-being? Dr Kilcommons is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Cognitive Analytic Therapist, accredited Cognitive Behaviour Therapist & Brainspotting Therapist; with over 25 years clinical experience across community & inpatient, substance misuse, physical health, forensic & performance settings. She is also EFT Level II, Voice Dialogue & Reiki trained. She specialises in general mental health issues, trauma & working with high performers, largely in elite sports & business. Sessions are held in the strictest of confidence, with compassionate care & tailored to your needs.
0161 524 2228 View 0161 524 2228
Dr Emma Solomon, Consultant Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Waitlist for new clients
Want to sleep better, deal with worry, or overcome anxiety, phobias or panic?
Finding someone you can trust matters. I’m a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and our profession is tightly regulated by the HCPC to maintain the highest professional and ethical standards. However much you may feel different, I have worked with every kind of problem and I am trained in many treatments so you can choose what feels right for you.
Want to sleep better, deal with worry, or overcome anxiety, phobias or panic?
Finding someone you can trust matters. I’m a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and our profession is tightly regulated by the HCPC to maintain the highest professional and ethical standards. However much you may feel different, I have worked with every kind of problem and I am trained in many treatments so you can choose what feels right for you.
01625 786333 View 01625 786333
Dr Melissa Leigh
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Is anxiety, low mood or a lack of confidence getting in the way of you living the life you wish for? Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and dissatisfied day-to-day? Perhaps you have experienced some challenging life events and need some time, space and non-judgemental support to reflect and process what you have been through. I am here to help. As a clinical psychologist, trained to work with people experiencing a range of mental health issues, I integrate various evidence-based therapeutic models to provide a bespoke psychological therapy plan tailored to your individual needs.
Is anxiety, low mood or a lack of confidence getting in the way of you living the life you wish for? Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and dissatisfied day-to-day? Perhaps you have experienced some challenging life events and need some time, space and non-judgemental support to reflect and process what you have been through. I am here to help. As a clinical psychologist, trained to work with people experiencing a range of mental health issues, I integrate various evidence-based therapeutic models to provide a bespoke psychological therapy plan tailored to your individual needs.
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Silvia Borsan
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
As a psychotherapist and counsellor, I work with people who want to overcome depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, trauma, and other types of emotional pain. I am here to help you explore and process your experiences so you can get unstuck, find relief from your painful emotions, and live a happier, more satisfying life. I have experience working with various types of emotional distress and my clients usually find relief after just a few sessions. I have an MSc in Integrative Psychotherapy from Manchester Metropolitan University, a BSc in Psychology, and a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.
As a psychotherapist and counsellor, I work with people who want to overcome depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, trauma, and other types of emotional pain. I am here to help you explore and process your experiences so you can get unstuck, find relief from your painful emotions, and live a happier, more satisfying life. I have experience working with various types of emotional distress and my clients usually find relief after just a few sessions. I have an MSc in Integrative Psychotherapy from Manchester Metropolitan University, a BSc in Psychology, and a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.
0161 524 2145 View 0161 524 2145
Natalie Carr
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I help people to find their own motivations to change behaviours that they find problematic, such as alcohol, smoking, eating habits, sleep, and physical activity.
Work, home life, caring responsibilities, finances, health issues are but a few of life's stressors that can lead to unhealthy behaviours. I specialise in supporting individuals to live a more fulfilled life driven by what matters to them. Additionally, I work with healthcare professionals and medical students to develop their communication skills so that patients feel heard and understood. I provide a safe space for individuals to discuss freely what they would like help with, at their own pace, free from judgement.
I help people to find their own motivations to change behaviours that they find problematic, such as alcohol, smoking, eating habits, sleep, and physical activity.
Work, home life, caring responsibilities, finances, health issues are but a few of life's stressors that can lead to unhealthy behaviours. I specialise in supporting individuals to live a more fulfilled life driven by what matters to them. Additionally, I work with healthcare professionals and medical students to develop their communication skills so that patients feel heard and understood. I provide a safe space for individuals to discuss freely what they would like help with, at their own pace, free from judgement.
0161 524 6519 View 0161 524 6519
Ghada Akkad
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
Life can be challenging, and sometimes we all need a helping hand to navigate its complexities. I'm here to provide that support, offering you a safe and compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. As a dedicated counselor with a passion for promoting mental and emotional well-being, I'm committed to assisting you on your journey towards self-discovery, personal growth, and resilience.
Life can be challenging, and sometimes we all need a helping hand to navigate its complexities. I'm here to provide that support, offering you a safe and compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. As a dedicated counselor with a passion for promoting mental and emotional well-being, I'm committed to assisting you on your journey towards self-discovery, personal growth, and resilience.
0161 524 2308 View 0161 524 2308
Morwenna Jessop
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Morwenna. I help people who may seem to be coping on the outside but inside feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or unlike themselves. You may be navigating anxiety, self-doubt, grief, infertility, pregnancy loss, or a period of change that has left you feeling uncertain. Perhaps you’re used to managing everything and supporting others, but now things feel harder to carry. I offer a thoughtful space where you can feel understood, make sense of your experience, and begin to move forward.
Hi, I’m Morwenna. I help people who may seem to be coping on the outside but inside feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or unlike themselves. You may be navigating anxiety, self-doubt, grief, infertility, pregnancy loss, or a period of change that has left you feeling uncertain. Perhaps you’re used to managing everything and supporting others, but now things feel harder to carry. I offer a thoughtful space where you can feel understood, make sense of your experience, and begin to move forward.
01663 794104 View 01663 794104
Fiona Mackenzie
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
I am an experienced Integrative Psychotherapist, Supervisor, Counsellor and Accredited Therapeutic Coach working with adults (18+) on a wide range of issues . I offer in-person and online appointments in Sefton Park, Liverpool and Formby. For all of us there are times in our lives when we feel confused, distressed or unable to cope. Talking therapies give you a gentle space to better understand yourself, explore what's been getting in the way, and open up the possibility of making changes. Together, we can look at old patterns and start finding new, more helpful ways to handle whatever you're facing.
I am an experienced Integrative Psychotherapist, Supervisor, Counsellor and Accredited Therapeutic Coach working with adults (18+) on a wide range of issues . I offer in-person and online appointments in Sefton Park, Liverpool and Formby. For all of us there are times in our lives when we feel confused, distressed or unable to cope. Talking therapies give you a gentle space to better understand yourself, explore what's been getting in the way, and open up the possibility of making changes. Together, we can look at old patterns and start finding new, more helpful ways to handle whatever you're facing.
01923 961288 View 01923 961288
Shani-Marie Willow Wellbeing
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
Are you looking for a safe space to explore your feelings, heal wounds and build your resilience to whatever life may present? Hello, I’m Shani (pronounced Shaynee). I am a registered member of the BACP and follow the Person-Centred model of counselling, meaning I believe that everyone has the ability to rebuild themselves and flourish. I am also a qualified British School of Meditation Teacher meaning I can offer alternative ways to manage stress, tune into your inner calm and ultimately, find peace in your life.
Are you looking for a safe space to explore your feelings, heal wounds and build your resilience to whatever life may present? Hello, I’m Shani (pronounced Shaynee). I am a registered member of the BACP and follow the Person-Centred model of counselling, meaning I believe that everyone has the ability to rebuild themselves and flourish. I am also a qualified British School of Meditation Teacher meaning I can offer alternative ways to manage stress, tune into your inner calm and ultimately, find peace in your life.
01625 920700 View 01625 920700
Dr Diana Macleod
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
6 Endorsed
Online Only
I offer Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT - tapping) which is like acupuncture but without the needles. You tap on specific parts of your body whilst working on difficult experiences or emotions. There are over 100 studies which found it to be effective with a large variety of difficulties but more higher quality studies are still needed. It works by activating the parasympathetic nervous system (the system that makes the body relaxed) whilst thinking about difficult things so that the brain then associates the difficulties with relaxation in the future rather than distress.
I offer Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT - tapping) which is like acupuncture but without the needles. You tap on specific parts of your body whilst working on difficult experiences or emotions. There are over 100 studies which found it to be effective with a large variety of difficulties but more higher quality studies are still needed. It works by activating the parasympathetic nervous system (the system that makes the body relaxed) whilst thinking about difficult things so that the brain then associates the difficulties with relaxation in the future rather than distress.
0161 524 0464 View 0161 524 0464
Dr Keely Lewis-Clarke
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
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.
0161 524 0594 View 0161 524 0594
The MindWell Clinic
Counsellor, UKCP Trainee
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
anxiety & depression, confidence & self-esteem Issues, work-based stress & burnout as well as sleep problems, trauma, adopting healthier lifestyles and LGBT issues.
I combine hypnotherapy with psychotherapeutic techniques to first of all help my clients feel a greater sense of calmness and relaxation. Using a range of psychotherapeutic techniques, we together explore some of the underlying thinking patterns, feelings, past experiences and beliefs that may help explain why you are struggling in an aspect of your life.
anxiety & depression, confidence & self-esteem Issues, work-based stress & burnout as well as sleep problems, trauma, adopting healthier lifestyles and LGBT issues.
I combine hypnotherapy with psychotherapeutic techniques to first of all help my clients feel a greater sense of calmness and relaxation. Using a range of psychotherapeutic techniques, we together explore some of the underlying thinking patterns, feelings, past experiences and beliefs that may help explain why you are struggling in an aspect of your life.
01625 926622 View 01625 926622
Danielle Parkinson
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I am a Masters-level psychologist, integrative therapist and coach. I work with high-performing professionals, founders and senior leaders who are succeeding on the outside but internally battling chronic stress, burnout, addiction, imposter syndrome or self-sabotage. These are individuals who meet every professional demand whilst privately carrying a psychological weight that is rarely visible to those around them. Many also live with unrecognised ADHD, which frequently underlies these patterns.
I am a Masters-level psychologist, integrative therapist and coach. I work with high-performing professionals, founders and senior leaders who are succeeding on the outside but internally battling chronic stress, burnout, addiction, imposter syndrome or self-sabotage. These are individuals who meet every professional demand whilst privately carrying a psychological weight that is rarely visible to those around them. Many also live with unrecognised ADHD, which frequently underlies these patterns.
01565 744318 View 01565 744318
Cliodhna Mc Phillips
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Serves Area
Face to face support for a range of issues interrupting your life right now, this could be anxiety, stress, relationship / marriage breakdown, workplace bullying, bereavement, abuse recent or past, if you need some support, please get in touch for a chat. If you want to make changes in your life but are unsure where to start, I can help you with this and make a plan together and support you in achieving your goals.
Face to face support for a range of issues interrupting your life right now, this could be anxiety, stress, relationship / marriage breakdown, workplace bullying, bereavement, abuse recent or past, if you need some support, please get in touch for a chat. If you want to make changes in your life but are unsure where to start, I can help you with this and make a plan together and support you in achieving your goals.
0161 524 0954 View 0161 524 0954
Counselling in Gatley, Cheadle
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Sarah. I have over 18 years experience as a counsellor. We all have times when we find it hard to cope. Counselling can help you understand why you think, feel and act like you do. It can help you develop positive strategies to get what you want out of life. How we think, feel and behave is part of being human. Problems can arise when we get 'stuck' in negative thought patterns; when our feelings become overwhelming; when our behaviour is self-destructive and doesn't result in us getting what we need; when we worry about the future, dwell on the past and find it hard to live in the present.
Hi, I'm Sarah. I have over 18 years experience as a counsellor. We all have times when we find it hard to cope. Counselling can help you understand why you think, feel and act like you do. It can help you develop positive strategies to get what you want out of life. How we think, feel and behave is part of being human. Problems can arise when we get 'stuck' in negative thought patterns; when our feelings become overwhelming; when our behaviour is self-destructive and doesn't result in us getting what we need; when we worry about the future, dwell on the past and find it hard to live in the present.
0161 524 2126 View 0161 524 2126
Feel Good CBT Manchester
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling anxious in social situations? Do you find it hard to stop or control worry? Are you feeling low and stuck in a rut? Or experiencing low self-esteem? Perhaps you’re having panic attacks or intrusive thoughts that are worrying you. Maybe you have experienced a trauma that you’re struggling to process or a phobia you want to overcome. These common difficulties can impact on your enjoyment and achievements in life; leading to patterns of avoidance, procrastinating or a need to be in control.
Are you feeling anxious in social situations? Do you find it hard to stop or control worry? Are you feeling low and stuck in a rut? Or experiencing low self-esteem? Perhaps you’re having panic attacks or intrusive thoughts that are worrying you. Maybe you have experienced a trauma that you’re struggling to process or a phobia you want to overcome. These common difficulties can impact on your enjoyment and achievements in life; leading to patterns of avoidance, procrastinating or a need to be in control.
0161 524 0542 View 0161 524 0542

More Therapists Nearby

Amanda Jayne Devereux
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Are you worrying too much, avoiding situations, sleep difficulties, low mood no motivation.
I offer face to face and online CBT, helping people understand what may be maintaining their difficulties and develop practical strategies for change. My approach is collaborative, compassionate and straightforward, with therapy adapted to each person’s needs and goals. I have lived experience working with neurodiversity and menopause and divorce.
Are you worrying too much, avoiding situations, sleep difficulties, low mood no motivation.
I offer face to face and online CBT, helping people understand what may be maintaining their difficulties and develop practical strategies for change. My approach is collaborative, compassionate and straightforward, with therapy adapted to each person’s needs and goals. I have lived experience working with neurodiversity and menopause and divorce.
01923 311690 View 01923 311690
Dr Rachel Hawkins
Psychologist, PhD, GMBPsS
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I can also support with sleep problems, fatigue, low mood and anxiety.
I can help by listening and by understanding together what the challenges are that are you currently facing. For example, this could be with worry, sleep, exercise and general well-being. We will work together to decide the areas in your life that are important to you, and I will help you develop skills in managing difficult thoughts, feelings and emotions.
I can also support with sleep problems, fatigue, low mood and anxiety.
I can help by listening and by understanding together what the challenges are that are you currently facing. For example, this could be with worry, sleep, exercise and general well-being. We will work together to decide the areas in your life that are important to you, and I will help you develop skills in managing difficult thoughts, feelings and emotions.
0161 524 7501 View 0161 524 7501
Dr Mike Oliver
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Health Psych.
Sandbach CW11
Is insomnia affecting your day-to-day life?
In this online or in-person programme, I can help you: 1) Find out if you have insomnia (other sleep conditions may need different treatment). 2) Gain behavioural skills to maximise your chance of a good night’s sleep. 3) Overcome the negative thought patterns which occur with insomnia. 4) Retrain your sleep and wake timings for improved quality of sleep.
Is insomnia affecting your day-to-day life?
In this online or in-person programme, I can help you: 1) Find out if you have insomnia (other sleep conditions may need different treatment). 2) Gain behavioural skills to maximise your chance of a good night’s sleep. 3) Overcome the negative thought patterns which occur with insomnia. 4) Retrain your sleep and wake timings for improved quality of sleep.
01260 540224 View 01260 540224
Tom Wilkinson
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
Are you struggling to sleep — lying awake at night, exhausted but unable to switch off?
I also regularly work with people experiencing depression, low self-esteem, a range of anxiety difficulties, including OCD, social anxiety and health anxiety, and PTSD and trauma-related problems. My approach is collaborative, evidence-based, and genuinely focused on lasting change — not just short-term relief.
Are you struggling to sleep — lying awake at night, exhausted but unable to switch off?
I also regularly work with people experiencing depression, low self-esteem, a range of anxiety difficulties, including OCD, social anxiety and health anxiety, and PTSD and trauma-related problems. My approach is collaborative, evidence-based, and genuinely focused on lasting change — not just short-term relief.
020 4652 4537 View 020 4652 4537
Sleep or Insomnia Counsellors
How effective is treatment for insomnia?
The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.

Are there specific medications for sleep problems?
There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.

Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?
There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.

What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?
Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.