Person-Centred Counsellor
Here for you
Hello, my name is Ceri
Whether you know you want counselling, are working up the courage to contact a counsellor, or are simply browsing, please feel free to take a look below and contact me if you have any questions or want to arrange an introductory call.
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About Me
I am a qualified person-centred counsellor practicing in the Manchester and Tameside area, as well as online UK-wide. Being person-centred means that I am here to listen and give you the space to explore your emotions, thoughts and behaviours, supporting you in finding ways to heal and progress. I currently work with students in Greater Manchester and with Homes of Hope (a charity providing supported accommodation to people at risk of homelessness) and I see my own clients privately. I have worked with Macmillan Cancer Support in the NHS and Trafford Carers Center.
I am a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists.
What Does Counselling Look Like?
Everyone is unique and will experience counselling differently, though it is quite normal to feel uncertain or anxious at the beginning.
I offer an initial call to make sure I am the right counsellor for you. This is free and gives you the opportunity to ask any questions you might have with no obligation to proceed.
Should we decide to work together, the first session is a chance for you to talk through key relationships and events that have brought you to where you are, giving a good foundation to begin counselling. This helps establish goals and direction for our work together.
Subsequent sessions would be based around the goals you have for personal growth and development, or any immediate situations you are going through.
Issues I Can Help With
Depression
Anxiety/panic attacks
Caring responsibilities
Life-limited illness
Homelessness
Cancer/illness
Stress
Abuse
Substance misuse
Adjustment to life events
Low self-esteem
Self-harm
Gender/sexual identity
Sadness/low mood
Lack of motivation
Health anxiety
Loss/grief/bereavement
Trauma
Low self-confidence
Feeling 'stuck' in life
This is not a complete list, but reflects the majority of my experience.
Whatever you bring to counselling sessions, I will provide a safe, accepting and supportive space without judgement.
Student life
Relationship difficulties
FAQs
how many sessions do you offer?
I offer long and short-term counselling. The number of sessions is based on your needs and we can review regularly to make sure you are getting the most out of your sessions.
You can typically start to see progress within 6 sessions.
How long are sessions and how regular are they?
Sessions last 50 minutes and are typically once a week.
how much does counselling cost?
Sessions are from £55.
I offer a limited number of concessionary sessions. Please talk to me if you think this could apply to you.
It may also be possible to pay for a block of sessions at a slightly cheaper rate. Please let me know if this is of interest.
What are your qualifications and are you registered?
I have a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and am a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
I am Mental Health and Suicide First Aid trained and undertake ongoing, relevant training.
Is online counselling effective?
Research has found online therapy to be as effective as in-person for a wide range of difficulties and mental health conditions.
This has been helpful for my clients based all over the UK or who travel for work.
do you offer face-to-face appointments?
I offer face-to-face sessions in East Manchester and close to good transport routes.
What is your availability?
My main working days are Thursdays and Fridays, but can be flexible around other days.
Some availability will be limited to online only sessions.
who do you Work with?
I counsel adults, young people (16+).
Please see the list above for some of my areas of experience.
A good therapeutic relationship is vital for any client journey and this is the reason I offer free introductory calls.
Get in Touch
If you would like to book an introductory session or you have any questions, please use this form to get in touch.
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