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Professional Therapy Services in Manchester
All Therapy is a professional counselling and psychotherapy service dedicated to supporting children, young people, and adults through emotional and psychological challenges. Founded on the principles of compassion and respect, our practice offers a safe, confidential space where clients can explore difficult feelings and experiences. With a background in the NHS, voluntary, and private sectors, we specialise in integrative therapy, combining psychodynamic, person-centred, and cognitive-behavioural approaches. Our services include play therapy for children, cancer support, couple counselling, and clinical supervision. We prioritise building strong therapeutic relationships, recognising their critical role in effective treatment.Our team holds advanced qualifications, including an MA in Counselling and specialist certifications in compassion-focused therapy and systemic thinking. We serve clients across Manchester, offering both in-person and online sessions. Our commitment extends to public education through workshops and lectures, enhancing community mental health awareness. We adhere to strict confidentiality protocols while maintaining collaboration with other professionals when necessary. With over two decades of combined experience, we provide tailored support for anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions, aiming to foster resilience and personal growth.
Services
Play Therapy
Adolescent Counselling
Young Adult Therapy
Adult Cancer Support
Couple Counselling
Compassion Focused Therapy
Clinical Supervision
Details
- Year established: 2022
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined experience in NHS and private mental health sectors
- Our integrative approach combines seven evidence-based therapeutic methodologies
- Specialist certification in compassion-focused therapy and clinical supervision
- Proven track record supporting cancer patients and their families
- Registered members of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Associations and certifications
- MBACP
What people say
Life-changing support
Compassionate and respectful
Invaluable sessions
Genuine understanding
Transformative experience
Services
Play Therapy
Play Therapy uses structured play activities to help children aged 3-12 express emotions and develop coping strategies. Our therapists use specially selected toys and creative techniques to address trauma, anxiety, and behavioural issues. Sessions occur weekly in a consistent therapeutic environment to build trust and facilitate emotional growth.
Cancer Support
Specialist counselling for cancer patients and their families addresses emotional challenges during and after treatment. We help clients manage anxiety, body image concerns, and relationship changes through individual and family therapy sessions. Our approach focuses on maintaining emotional wellbeing throughout the treatment journey.
Couple Counselling
Professional relationship therapy helps couples improve communication and resolve conflicts. Sessions provide a neutral space to address intimacy issues, life transitions, and recurring relationship patterns. We teach constructive communication techniques to rebuild trust and strengthen partnerships.
Compassion Focused Therapy
Compassion Focused Therapy develops self-compassion to address shame and self-criticism. Using mindfulness and emotion regulation techniques, we help clients build resilience against anxiety and depression. Sessions focus on creating a compassionate self-identity to improve emotional regulation.
Adolescent Therapy
Specialist support for teenagers facing academic pressure, identity issues, and mental health challenges. We address anxiety, self-harm risks, and family relationship difficulties through age-appropriate therapeutic approaches. Sessions focus on building emotional resilience during critical developmental years.
People
Vanessa Black
Lead Psychotherapist
Vanessa Black MA BSc Dip Couns MBACP is an integrative psychotherapist with 20+ years' experience in NHS and charity sectors. She specialises in play therapy, cancer support, and compassion-focused therapy while teaching mental health workshops across Manchester.
Questions
What age groups do you work with?
We provide therapy for children aged 3-12 through play therapy, adolescents, young adults (mid-20s to mid-30s), and mature adults.
Do you offer online therapy sessions?
Yes, we offer both in-person sessions at our Manchester clinics and secure online therapy options for greater accessibility.
How long does therapy typically last?
Treatment duration varies by individual need - short-term therapy typically lasts 12 sessions, while complex cases may require 2+ years of ongoing support.
What qualifications do your therapists hold?
Our lead therapist holds an MA in Counselling (Merit), BSc in Psychology & Counselling, and specialist certifications in play therapy and compassion-focused therapy.
How do you ensure confidentiality?
All sessions are strictly confidential. Information is only shared with other professionals with client permission, except in safeguarding emergencies.
Can I get support for cancer-related anxiety?
Yes, we specialise in cancer support, helping patients and families manage diagnosis-related anxiety, treatment stress, and post-treatment adjustment challenges.
