Business Details
Professional Psychotherapy & Counselling Services
Geraldine McManus has been dedicated to providing professional mental health support since 2016, offering tailored counselling and psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and young people. Our practice integrates evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Hypnotherapy, and Couple Counselling, grounded in over two decades of clinical experience across NHS, charity, and corporate sectors. We adhere to the rigorous ethical standards of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP), ensuring clients receive compassionate, non-judgmental care. Our team holds advanced qualifications including an MSc in Psychotherapy and Counselling, with specialist training in trauma-informed practices and clinical supervision.We maintain partnerships with leading healthcare insurers like BUPA and AXA PPP, delivering both in-person and remote therapy via secure digital platforms. Our commitment to continuous professional development ensures clients benefit from the latest therapeutic techniques, while our crisis management protocols provide clear pathways for urgent support. With expertise spanning anxiety, depression, relationship dynamics, and identity exploration, we empower clients to achieve sustainable personal growth through structured, goal-oriented therapy sessions.
Services
Psychotherapy
Counselling
CBT
Hypnotherapy
Couple Counselling
Online Therapy
Clinical Supervision
Highlights and features
- BACP Accredited Psychotherapist with 20+ years clinical experience
- Certified online therapy provider since 2016
- Specialist training in CBT, Hypnotherapy and Trauma-Informed Care
- Registered with major healthcare insurers including BUPA and AXA PPP
- Proven track record supporting diverse client groups across cultural backgrounds
Associations and certifications
- BACP
- BUPA
- Healthcode
- AXA PPP
- Health Assured
What people say
Feel comfortable to go forward
Invaluable support
See things differently
Manage things differently
Greater self awareness
Services
Psychotherapy
Our psychotherapy services employ evidence-based techniques to address anxiety, depression, and trauma. Sessions focus on enhancing self-awareness through psychodynamic and humanistic approaches. Clients benefit from structured 50-minute sessions that explore emotional patterns and foster sustainable behavioural change.
Online Counselling
Secure video and telephone sessions use encrypted platforms like Zoom and WhatsApp. This service maintains therapeutic boundaries while offering flexibility for clients with mobility or scheduling challenges. Proven effective for managing relationship issues and chronic mental health conditions.
Clinical Supervision
Professional development service for therapists follows BACP guidelines. Sessions focus on case review, ethical decision-making, and personal growth. Designed for both trainee and experienced practitioners across complementary therapy disciplines.
Couple Counselling
Specialised interventions address communication breakdowns and relationship patterns. Evidence-based techniques improve conflict resolution and emotional connection. Sessions incorporate systemic approaches to family dynamics and attachment theory.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Structured, goal-oriented therapy targets negative thought patterns. Combines behavioural experiments with cognitive restructuring techniques. Effective for anxiety disorders, OCD, and depression management through practical skill development.
People
Geraldine McManus
Psychotherapist & Counsellor
BACP Accredited psychotherapist with MSc in Psychotherapy and Counselling. 20+ years experience across NHS, charity sectors (Mind, Cruse), and private practice. Specialist in trauma-informed care and online therapy delivery since 2016.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We integrate psychodynamic, humanistic, and cognitive behavioural approaches, tailoring techniques to individual needs while maintaining evidence-based practice standards.
Are sessions available online?
Yes, secure video and telephone sessions available via encrypted platforms including Zoom, WhatsApp, and Signal for flexible access to care.
How do you handle crisis situations?
We develop personalised crisis plans during regular sessions. For immediate emergencies, we provide access to 24-hour helplines like Samaritans and Refuge.
Do you accept insurance clients?
We are registered with BUPA, AXA PPP, Healthcode, and Health Assured for direct insurance billing arrangements.
What issues do you specialise in?
Specialist experience with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, identity exploration, and bereavement across diverse cultural contexts.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes, with initial consultations offering brief introductory discussions to establish therapeutic fit.
