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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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Ms. Cynthia Fogoe

Birmingham, West Midlands

Ms. Cynthia Fogoe

MA, University of Birmingham
Years in practice: 25+
Offers:  Remote Therapy

Is there a feeling you no longer want or a situation you wish to see changed? I specialise in anxiety, depression, relationships, critical thoughts and work with you to overcome problems, helping you to find purpose and meaning in life.

Birmingham, West Midlands
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Ms Gemma Pearson

Market Harborough, Leicestershire

Ms Gemma Pearson

BSc in Psychology and MSc in Forensic Psychology, University of Leicester
Years in practice: 21
Offers:  Remote Therapy

I am a qualified practitioner psychologist with expertise in working with adult males who present with a range of mental health needs. I have over ten year’s experience of working in community and inpatient settings. I have helped to support individuals with depression, suicidal/ self harm behaviour, anxiety, anger management and relationship issues. I have a specialist interest in trauma and the development of personality. I take an integrative approach to therapy, including the use of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Market Harborough, Leicestershire
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Miss Hope Peckover

Birmingham, West Midlands

Miss Hope Peckover

MSc in Integrative Psychotherapy, Newman University
Years in practice: 6
Offers:  Remote Therapy

Coming to therapy can be a really tricky first step; perhaps you’ve now realised you are struggling, or you know you are capable of more and want to make the most out of life. There can be loads of reasons for coming to therapy. My aim in my therapy room is to help and guide you in the direction you want to go.

Birmingham, West Midlands
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Richard Lovell

Beckenham, Kent

Richard Lovell

CSK-L4, Counselling & Psychotherapy Training Academy
Years in practice: 5
Offers:  Remote Therapy

Hello, my name is Richard, thank you for looking at my profile. I am a qualified integrative counsellor trained in schools such as Person Centered, Psychodynamic, CBT, Solution Focused Therapy and Transactional Analysis to create a blended and bespoke model for my clients.

I understand that each individual’s journey is unique and therapy should reflect this. I have had specific training to work with male mental health and the unique challenges that face in modern society, such as work or social stress, issues around depression, anger and anxiety, relationship and dating issues, breakups and parenting challenges. I aim to create a warm, non judgmental environment where we can identify what troubles you and how to move forward in life.

Beckenham, Kent
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Mrs. Lis Starkey-Smets

Coventry, West Midlands

Mrs. Lis Starkey-Smets

MSc in Integrative Psychotherapy, Birmingham City University
Years in practice: 13
Offers:  Remote Therapy

Hello, I’m an integrative psychotherapist and counsellor, working with individuals in Stratford upon Avon, Warwickshire, and online.
I have experience supporting people experiencing a wide range of emotional difficulties and adapt my approach to suit each individual and their circumstances/needs. I have a particular interest in working with parents, both during the postnatal period and beyond. Please do take a look at my website to learn a bit more about what it might be like to work with me, and feel free to get in touch via email or telephone if you have any questions.

Coventry, West Midlands
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Dr. Robert O’Flaherty

London, England

Dr. Robert O’Flaherty

DClinPsy, Warwick University
Years in practice: 9
Offers:  Remote Therapy

I can help with anxiety, depression, adjusting to a physical health condition, sexual problems, relationship issues, stress, sexuality, men’s issues and more. I am a Clinical Psychologist, registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC, Reg: PYL35174), who is Chartered by the British Psychological Society (Reg: 181156). I have worked in the NHS for over 13 years and currently I work at a leading NHS hospital in London part time, and work part time in private practice. I use an integrative approach, drawing from a number of different theories, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, psychodynamic and psychosexual therapy. All sessions are online.

London, England
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Andy Solomon-Osborne

London, Greater London

Andy Solomon-Osborne

Masters in Psychoanalytical Psychotherapy, Tavistock & Portman NHS Trust
Years in practice: 11
Offers:  Remote Therapy

I have been working in the field of mental health for 22 years, providing treatment and support for a range of conditions.
I specialise in helping men navigate life’s challenges and I’m passionate about supporting you to access the care you need, giving you the time and space to explore your issues—both in short-term and long-term therapy.
As a current member of MENTELL men groups, I have run or participated in numerous men’s groups over the past two decades, so I truly understand the challenges you may be facing.
I offer a free 15-minute telephone consultation to answer any questions you may have and to ensure that I am the right fit for you.

London, Greater London
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Onyx Support

Northampton, England

Onyx Support

Number of Therapists: 35
Offers:  Remote Therapy, Individual Therapy, Group Therapy

Why choose Onyx Support? The name of Onyx Support, developed from the protection stone ‘Black Onyx’, meaning to ‘absorb and transform negative energy and help to prevent the drain of personal energy. We understand how difficult it can be physically, emotionally and financially to seek counselling support. Nonetheless, taking this support will be a decision that is positive and life changing, benefiting you and those around you in many ways. We make the decision to seek counselling effortless and cost-effective, ensuring that we match you to a counsellor depending on your needs and preferences. This saves you time and reduces the risks when searching for a counsellor.

Northampton, England
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Chris Madden

West Yorkshire, England

Chris Madden

Leeds Beckett University
Years in practice: 18
Offers:  Remote Therapy

‘Something incredible happens when you open up to another human who you click with and who is trained to listen and support.’

The way I work is flexible. I meet you as an individual and will accept you exactly as you are, and try to see the world through your eyes. I will listen to you, really hear you and will be as genuine as I can, offering you time and space to find the answers you are looking for. I will not judge or critique you, tell you what to do, think or say, or who you should be. I will always meet you with unconditional positive regard, helping you to explore and navigate towards new insights and perspectives which can bring about a better way of relating to yourself, others or situations which you may find challenging.

West Yorkshire, England
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Ms. Vauna Beauvais

London, England

Ms. Vauna Beauvais

MSc in Psychotherapy, Middlesex University (The Berne Institute)
Years in practice: 24
Offers:  Remote Therapy

Hi, I’m Vauna. You can see me for online sessions on Zoom, from 10 am to 10 pm (UK time) on weekdays. I specialise in psychotherapy for neurodivergent adults (autism, Aspergers, dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, alexithymia, PDA). I also help people experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, lack of motivation/performance, difficulties in relationships, workplace issues, and lack of direction. I can also provide coaching for executive functioning improvements (organisation, planning, achievements). You do not need to have a diagnosis of anything. If you feel that you’re different, that’s all that’s needed to know that you are in the right place, with a professional who can understand and work with you to get your life the way that you want it.

London, England
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Yvonne Coughlan

London, England

Yvonne Coughlan

MSc in Theoretical Psychoanalytic Studies, University College London and Post Graduate Advanced Clinical Diploma in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy (4 years), WPF Therapy Kensington (FPC)
Years in practice: 21
Offers:  Remote Therapy

My approach is warm and thoughtful, placing my clients at ease in opening up sometimes for the first time about their personal feelings and experineces. I predominately offer a psychodynamic approach which is particularly beneficial for those who have lost meaning in their lives or have difficulty forming or maintaining personal relationships. My approach is based on the understanding that difficult experiences in the past can continue to affect the way you feel in the present. In the therapeutic relationship, we can start to explore and recognise the reasons why the things that make you unhappy seem to be repeating themselves.

London, England
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Mark Sunderland

United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Mark Sunderland

Leeds Beckett
Years in practice: 8
Offers:  Remote Therapy

As your counsellor, I can help you by listening to whatever is troubling you the aim being to help you explore and understand the events or situation that have prompted you to seek help. I can help you explore any kind of problem, whether it is trying to make sense of a past life experience that is causing you some emotional pain, or a current problem that you are finding hard to cope with on your own, or perhaps a fear of something in the future which is holding you back. I strongly believe that having a safe space to talk, without judgment, can help you get clarity and empower you to move forward and make clear decisions about what you can do to improve your life.

United Kingdom, United Kingdom
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Mark Allerton

Merseyside, England

Mark Allerton

PgDip in Person-Centred Counselling and Psychotherapy, Liverpool John Moores University
Years in practice: 7
Offers:  Remote Therapy

Men sometimes carry their problems around, being strong on the outside, like a suit of armour. They leave the talking to others, often women. Your friends might be doing the same, but if you’re the one to admit it, you fear losing your credibility as a real man. There may also be an inner voice telling you to man up and not show vulnerability, but this can be part of the problem.

I think counselling can help men become better friends, partners, fathers and lovers. Learning to talk about yourself without fear of judgement can help your state of mind and relationships. When I work with men, they often find it’s a relief to finally let it all out. They feel lighter and open up to change, rather than closing down or “manning up” just to fit in.

I offer both remote and in-person appointments and have experience working with English-speaking clients who live outside the UK in all parts of the world.

Merseyside, 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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