Living in a fast-moving city like Manchester can mean carrying a quiet level of pressure every day. Work deadlines, social commitments and the constant pace of urban life often leave little room to check in with yourself. Online therapy offers a calm space that fits into your routine without adding a commute.
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Manchester is a city of high energy and steady momentum, but that same drive can make it easy to ignore the early signs of exhaustion. When you are balancing a busy job, personal relationships and city living, stress tends to settle in the background until your body forces you to pay attention. You might notice tension in your shoulders, restless sleep, or a persistent feeling of running on empty.
Attending therapy in person often requires navigating cross-town travel across Greater Manchester after a long day, which can feel like another item on your to-do list. Working online allows you to connect from the comfort of your home or a private room at work. You can step directly out of your busy schedule into a quiet, grounded conversation and then return to your day without stress.
I work with adults from all backgrounds who are seeking a thoughtful, collaborative space to explore what is going on for them. My foundation is person-centred therapy, which means I offer warmth, active listening and an environment free of judgment or diagnoses. Alongside this, I use online somatic therapy in the UK to help you listen to what your nervous system is holding, bringing gentle attention to physical sensations, posture and breath.
I also bring extensive LGBTQ+-affirming experience to my work. As a gay man, my queer-informed practice is built on both professional training and lived experience, creating a space where you do not need to educate your therapist about identity, family dynamics or shame. Whether you are navigating sexual orientation, gender identity, or simply looking for an inclusive therapist who gets it, you are welcome here.
By combining body awareness with relational warmth, our work creates a quiet space where you do not have to perform or hold everything together. We pay attention to physical tension alongside your thoughts, offering a calm, reflective environment where you can explore challenges at your own pace without external expectations.
Many people I support in Manchester are dealing with chronic work stress, perfectionism, or the sense that they are constantly on edge. When anxiety becomes a daily companion, talking through your thoughts is only part of the puzzle. Working somatically with somatic therapy for anxiety can complement traditional talking therapy, inviting you to pay attention to physical patterns of tension that thought alone may not fully address.
Others get in touch when going through major life transitions, identity exploration, or relationship difficulties. You might feel disconnected from your body, struggling with low self-esteem, or carrying unexpressed grief from past events. Whatever you bring to our sessions, we work at a pace that feels safe and manageable for you, with no expectation to perform or fix anything immediately.
Sessions are 50 minutes at £90, conducted online over video for clients living anywhere in Manchester and across the UK. I am an MSc-qualified therapist and an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP Accred), with eight years of experience. The first step is always a free 20-minute introductory call to discuss what you are looking for and see if we feel like a good fit. I accept the following insurance providers:
If you have private health cover through your employer or an individual policy, your sessions may be fully or partially covered. I am registered with major UK health insurance companies, making it straightforward to access support. Getting started is simple, and there is never any obligation or pressure when you book an initial consultation.
Online sessions take place via secure video, letting you join from home or any private room in Manchester. You get the same depth and confidentiality as an in-office session without spending time commuting.
No. Therapy is for anyone wanting to understand themselves better, process stress, or work through emotional patterns. Many clients reach out simply because they feel overwhelmed or disconnected from their bodies.
The intro call is an informal conversation to talk about what brings you to therapy and ask any questions about how I work. It gives us both a chance to see if we feel like the right match.
If you live in Manchester and want to explore working together, book a free 20-minute call to talk through what you need.
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