Business Details
17 Years
experience
Expert Mental Health Therapy & Medico-Legal Services in Manchester
Established in 2009 by Dr Hannah Bashforth and Dr Sophie Halliday, we are a private practice offering evidence-based psychological services to adults aged 16 and over. Our expertise spans mental health difficulties, chronic pain management, and medico-legal assessments, supported by over 20 years of combined clinical experience. We provide flexible therapy options, including online, face-to-face, and hybrid sessions, with clinics in Hale (South Manchester) and Prestwich (North Manchester).Our commitment to confidentiality and tailored care ensures clients receive discreet, high-quality support. We adhere to rigorous professional standards, including HCPC registration and Bond Solon accreditation, while maintaining a client-centred approach that prioritises individual needs and outcomes.
Services
Psychological Assessment
Therapeutic Approach
Occupational Health Assessments
Couple Therapy
Clinical Supervision
Medico-Legal Consultation
Expert Witness Services
Private Therapy Sessions
Training for Health Professionals
Supervision for Psychologists
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of combined experience in clinical psychology and medico-legal expertise.
- Our services include flexible online, hybrid, and face-to-face therapy options.
- We provide discreet, confidential consultations with secure remote assessment capabilities.
- Our team holds specialist expertise in chronic pain and physical-mental health interplay.
- We maintain rigorous professional standards through HCPC registration and Bond Solon accreditation.
Associations and certifications
- Health Professions Council
- Bond Solon
Services
Psychological Therapy
We provide evidence-based psychological therapy for adults aged 16+ with depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and health anxiety. Our approach integrates clinical expertise with tailored interventions to address specific mental health challenges. Sessions are available online, face-to-face, or through hybrid models to accommodate client needs.
Medico-Legal Reports
Specialist medico-legal reports for court proceedings in clinical negligence and personal injury cases. Our services include chronic pain assessments, psychiatric evaluations, and expert testimony. Reports are completed within 4-6 weeks by HCPC-registered clinical psychologists with Bond Solon accreditation.
Clinical Supervision
Supervision and consultation services for qualified clinical psychologists in private practice. Focus areas include chronic illness management, medico-legal work, and private practice development. Sessions address skill-building, business management, and confidence development in independent practice.
Occupational Health Assessments
Comprehensive assessments addressing work-related stress and mental health challenges. We evaluate workplace factors impacting psychological wellbeing and provide evidence-based recommendations for workplace adjustments and therapeutic interventions to support occupational functioning.
Couple Therapy
Specialised therapy for couples experiencing relationship difficulties. Our approach focuses on improving communication, resolving conflicts, and strengthening emotional connections. Sessions address both immediate concerns and long-term relational patterns affecting mental wellbeing.
People
Dr Hannah Bashforth
Clinical Lead for Expert Witness Services
Clinical psychologist with over 20 years' experience in mental health and chronic pain management. Academic Director at the University of Liverpool's Clinical Psychology Doctoral Programme. Specialises in medico-legal assessments and expert witness testimony.
Dr Sophie Halliday
Clinical Lead for Therapy Services
Consultant clinical psychologist with 20+ years' experience treating adolescents and adults. NHS liaison psychologist specialising in physical and mental health interplay. Leads therapy services and provides expert clinical supervision.
Questions
What psychological therapies do you offer?
We provide evidence-based therapies for depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, health anxiety, and chronic pain management. Treatments include CBT, mindfulness-based approaches, and tailored interventions for specific mental health challenges.
Are sessions available outside Manchester?
Yes, we offer online therapy nationwide. Face-to-face clinics operate in Manchester, with medico-legal assessments available in Birmingham, Bristol, London, and Liverpool by arrangement.
What are your cancellation policies?
Details available on our website. We request advance notice for cancellations to accommodate other clients. Specific terms apply to private therapy and medico-legal appointments.
Do you accept referrals for young adults?
We treat clients aged 16 years and over, including young adults. Specialised services address developmental challenges, chronic pain, and mental health difficulties in this demographic.
