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Miftau Iddrisu

Manchester, England

Miftau Iddrisu

PG.Dip in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, University of Oxford. ABC Level 4 Diploma in the Theory and Practice of Counselling
Years in practice: 21
Offers:  Remote Therapy

Hello, I am Miftau Iddrisu. I am a psychotherapist based in Manchester, England. I am accredited with the BABCP and BACP. I am an integrative therapist. This means I combine different treatment models to help my clients address difficulties where appropriate.

I am trained in CBT, DBT, EMDR and Schema therapy. I also work as a mentalization therapist for families. I have been providing psychological interventions since 2005. I have experience of working with depression, anxiety, stress, attachment, trauma, panic, self-harming and more.
I am compassionate, supportive, empathetic, personable, experienced and open to understanding your difficulties to help make meaningful change. I look forward to supporting you in your therapy journey.

Manchester, England
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Allister Murdoch

Edinburgh, Scotland

Allister Murdoch

PG Diploma in Humanistic Psychotherapy, Spectrum Therapy
Years in practice: 21
Offers:  Remote Therapy

I offer both face to face and online therapy in Edinburgh city centre.
I specialise in helping other men with issues of anxiety, bereavement, chemsex issues, depression, relationships, LGBTQI+ issues, and men who have been or are currently victims of abuse.

I am listed on The Directory of Pink Therapists.

Edinburgh, Scotland
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Ben Selby

Plymouth, Devon

Ben Selby

BSc (Hons) in Psychology, University of Plymouth
Years in practice: 24
Offers:  Remote Therapy

Hello, I am an integrative therapist, working with a variety of men’s issues; anything from anger management through depression and anxiety, to self-esteem and childhood issues. It can be hard for us chaps to reach out sometimes, and understanding that, I work with patience and compassion to draw the issues from you at your own working pace.

Therapy can be an exciting and rewarding process. It can also be hard, and challenging. I am here to help you to become the best version of yourself.

Plymouth, Devon
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Sarah James

Brighton, East Sussex

Sarah James

Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling, Chichester Counselling
Years in practice: 2
Offers:  Remote Therapy

Sometimes life can feel small. You might feel stuck in a way of thinking or living that no longer fits. Or something may have happened that’s changed how you see everything.

If this sounds familiar, I can help. I offer a safe, confidential space to talk things through and understand yourself better. I came to this work because I believe people don’t need to stay stuck in the situations they find themselves in.

I’m a fully qualified, BACP-registered therapist, trained in psychodynamic and trauma-informed therapy. I work with people 18+ on issues including trauma, sexual assault, addiction, bullying, boarding school, family relationships, domestic abuse and LGBT+ concerns.

Book a free 20-minute call to see if we’re a good fit.

Brighton, East Sussex
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Tracy Dixon

Plymouth, Devon

Tracy Dixon

Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling, CPCAB
Years in practice: 7
Offers:  Remote Therapy

I am a BACP Accredited Psychotherapist working both online and face to face in Plymouth, UK. I work with a range of issues but commonly trauma, anxiety, shame, stress, relationship issues and bereavement. I offer a free 20 minute telephone consultation in order for you to ask me any questions and to ensure that I will be a good fit for you. My core training is Person Centred and I draw on a number of counselling theories to work with each client according to their individual needs.

Plymouth, Devon
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Simon Cook

Basingstoke, Hampshire

Simon Cook

Level 4 Diploma, Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body
Years in practice: 4
Offers:  Remote Therapy

I will be real with you. No nonsense just a down to earth approach.

I will gently challenge to see what’s REALLY going on.

I don’t just ask ‘how does that feel?’ I help you explore issues with the purpose of achieving change and a better future.

Basingstoke, Hampshire
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Gavin Demurger-Jones

London, England

Gavin Demurger-Jones

Diploma in Integrative Counselling, The Minster Centre
Years in practice: 5
Offers:  Remote Therapy

I work with a vast array of people. I’ve helped people to deal with relationships breaking down, the abuse they’ve suffered in the past, existential issues about the future, dealing with anger, processing grief, understanding sexuality, understanding emotions, dealing with depression as well as understanding their anxiety. I’m trained as an integrative counsellor and this means that I can adjust my approach to suit each person that I work with. To find out more about me, the way I work and to read some testimonials please look at my website.

London, England
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Jeff Dawson

Plymouth, Devon

Jeff Dawson

Diploma in Counselling Teenagers, Institute for the Arts in Therapy and Education
Years in practice: 5
Offers:  Remote Therapy

Are you feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or like you’re just going through the motions? Battling depression, anxiety, or the weight of past trauma? Many men struggle in silence, but you don’t have to. Reaching out takes real courage – and you’ve already shown that by being here.

I’m Jeff, a psychotherapeutic counsellor and coach who specialises in men’s mental health. As a male counsellor, I get it – I understand the pressure to “man up,” the difficulty of opening up, and how hard it can be to ask for support. I work with men of all ages: young adults navigating life transitions, dads struggling to connect with their teenagers, and men processing relationship challenges, work stress, or past trauma.

My trauma-informed approach combines emotional healing with practical strategies. We’ll explore what’s keeping you stuck while building real tools for managing emotions, improving communication, and showing up as the man you want to be. You deserve genuine understanding and lasting change.

Plymouth, Devon
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Michael Boyce

REMOTE ACROSS THE UK

Michael Boyce

PGDip, University of East London
Years in practice: 2
Offers:  Remote Therapy

Michael Boyce Therapy supports individuals (20-45) navigating profound life and identity transitions who feel completely stuck, overwhelmed, or anxious. Leveraging an Integrative and Attachment-Informed approach, I move beyond just talking about the problem to build clear, practical paths toward authentic meaning and resilience.

REMOTE ACROSS THE UK
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Jimi Katsis

Bristol, England

Jimi Katsis

BA in Counselling Psychology, East London University
Years in practice: 25+
Offers:  Remote Therapy

Specialise in Adult survivors of childhood trauma and also a particular specialism supporting men who are experiencing distress due to a break-up when children are involved.

Bristol, England
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Tom Buckland

Southampton, Hampshire

Tom Buckland

Diploma in Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy, Winchester University Hampshire
Years in practice: 23
Offers:  Remote Therapy
I’m Tom, your fully qualified and experienced counsellor. I’ve been involved with counselling for over 20 years and have worked full-time since 2003.
I offer a space for you to tell your story, but then together, we look at ways to help you overcome the struggle you are experiencing. This can be strategies, different ways of doing things,with small and big steps towards change at your pace.
I’ve run my own clinics since 2003 and have many thousands of client hours behind me, first in Basingstoke, then running a busy clinic in Harley Street, London, before moving to the New Forest area.
With the right support, there can be a way out of the difficulties that stop you being able to thrive in life and reach your full potential.
Southampton, Hampshire
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Ms Elizabeth Flynn

Birmingham, West Midlands

Ms Elizabeth Flynn

MSc in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy, University of Derby
Years in practice: 9
Offers:  Remote Therapy

I am a registered counsellor and psychotherapist. I specialise in integrative therapy; Person-Centred Therapy, Attachment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. I can tailor-make my speciality to suit you as the client. My other areas of expertise are working with mental health patients for six-plus years, in private organisations and NHS Mental Health acute, CAMHs and forensic wards. I have helped clients break through obstacles that seemed to hold them back in life. As Life is a gift, I am here to help clients achieve a more positive outlook on life, and provide the client with all the tools necessary to get there. Let me help you learn and develop a better way to handle the difficulties that are standing in the way of your goals.

Birmingham, West Midlands
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Abby Evans

Birmingham, West Midlands

Abby Evans

Diploma in Integrative Counselling, Maple Leaf Counselling and Training Centre
Years in practice: 1
Offers:  Remote Therapy

Are you feeling lost or unsure how to move forward? If you’re stuck or struggling to make sense of things, you don’t have to do it alone. I offer confidential, gentle and flexible counselling, shaped by experience in healthcare and education. Centred around what feels right for you. Reach out to me when you’re ready and we can have an initial conversation.

Birmingham, West Midlands
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Kirsty Murray

Nottingham, England

Kirsty Murray

MSc in Integrative Psychotherapy, Sherwood Psychotherapy Training Institute
Years in practice: 12
Offers:  Remote Therapy

We all struggle at times and you don’t have to do it alone. I aim to provide a welcoming, non-judgemental, confidential space to explore whatever is impacting you. I am an integrative psychotherapist which means I am able to be flexible in my approach and tailor it to the person I am working with and the issues that they are currently facing. I offer face to face or remote sessions in Nottingham City Centre.

Nottingham, England
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Kristen Brown

Stockton-on-Tees, Durham

Kristen Brown

Diploma of Psychotherapy, The Northern Guild Centre For Psychotherapy
Years in practice: 2
Offers:  Remote Therapy

Hi, I’m Kristen; an integrative psychotherapist based in Stockton-on-Tees. My practice offers a welcoming and wheelchair-accessible space. My areas of expertise include neurodiversity, attachment issues, trauma, sexual abuse, domestic violence, and the impact of disability/chronic illness.

Stockton-on-Tees, Durham
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