Business Details
Expert Therapy Services in Manchester
Didsbury Counselling and Therapy Centre has provided professional psychotherapy and counselling services in South Manchester since 2011. Our team of UKCP- and BACP-registered practitioners offers individual, group, and couple therapy alongside executive coaching and employee assistance programmes. With over 150 combined years of clinical experience, we specialise in evidence-based approaches including Transactional Analysis, CBT, and mindfulness therapies.Our West Didsbury practice maintains professional insurance and regular supervision, ensuring adherence to the highest therapeutic standards. We operate a safe, accessible space with flexible appointment times from 8am-9pm seven days a week, complemented by online therapy options. Our therapists hold postgraduate qualifications and maintain ongoing professional development to address contemporary mental health challenges.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counselling
Group Psychotherapy
Executive Coaching
Trauma Therapy
Neurodiverse Support
Online Counselling
Mindfulness Therapy
CBT Therapy
Employee Assistance
Highlights and features
- We offer 7-day availability with appointments from 8am-9pm
- All therapists meet UKCP/BACP postgraduate training standards
- We provide blended face-to-face and online therapy options
- Our practice maintains professional insurance and regular supervision
- We specialise in trauma-informed, neurodiverse-affirmative therapy approaches
Associations and certifications
- UKCP
- BACP
What people say
Professional, compassionate therapists
Welcoming, non-judgmental space
Effective anxiety management
Supportive relationship therapy
Accessible evening appointments
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Personalised psychotherapy sessions addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. Our therapists use evidence-based approaches including Transactional Analysis and CBT. Sessions provide a safe space for exploring personal challenges and developing coping strategies, with flexible 50-minute appointments available face-to-face or online.
Couples Therapy
Specialised therapy for couples addressing communication issues and relationship dynamics. Using Imago and Developmental Models, we help partners improve understanding and connection. Sessions focus on conflict resolution and building healthier patterns, with options for weekly or fortnightly 50-60 minute appointments.
Trauma-Informed Therapy
Specialist treatment for trauma survivors using body-based and attachment-focused approaches. Our therapists address PTSD symptoms and complex trauma through compassionate, paced interventions. Techniques include sensorimotor therapy and mindfulness-based practices to restore emotional regulation and personal agency.
Neurodiverse Support
Tailored therapy for neurodivergent individuals including those on the autism spectrum. We address sensory processing, social communication, and executive functioning challenges using strengths-based approaches. Therapists have specialist training in neurodiverse-affirmative care and workplace adjustments.
Executive Coaching
Professional coaching for career development and leadership growth. Our programmes focus on emotional intelligence, stress management, and strategic thinking. Sessions combine goal-setting with practical tools to enhance workplace performance and personal satisfaction through 50-minute coaching appointments.
People
Sandra Burlace
Director
Sandra is a UKCP-registered psychotherapist with 20+ years' experience. She specialises in Transactional Analysis and ACT therapy, supervising other therapists while maintaining a clinical practice. Her work focuses on relationship dynamics and personal development.
Laura Ellis
Psychotherapist
Laura has 8 years' experience working with LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent clients. A BACP member, she specialises in trauma recovery and chronic pain management using integrative psychotherapy approaches in her Manchester practice.
Andrew Shaw
CBT Therapist
Andrew is a qualified mental health nurse and CBT specialist with expertise in treating depression and addiction. He employs trauma-focused approaches to help clients build resilience and achieve sustainable recovery through evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
Nadia Alrawi
Counsellor
Nadia provides bilingual (English/Arabic) counselling for individuals and couples. With specialist experience in bereavement support and domestic violence recovery, she creates culturally sensitive therapeutic environments for diverse client needs.
Coen Parker
Psychotherapist
Coen offers integrative psychotherapy with 25+ years' experience supporting neurodiverse and LGBTQI+ clients. A BACP-registered practitioner, they specialise in helping clients navigate identity issues and develop authentic self-expression through long-term therapeutic relationships.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We employ evidence-based methods including Transactional Analysis, CBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed therapies. Our practitioners integrate multiple approaches tailored to individual client needs and presenting issues.
Are your therapists qualified?
All our therapists hold postgraduate qualifications and maintain UKCP/BACP registration. They complete ongoing professional development and receive regular clinical supervision to ensure treatment quality and ethical practice.
How do I book an appointment?
Contact us via phone or email to discuss your needs. We'll match you with an appropriate therapist and arrange your first session, typically within 24 hours of initial contact during working days.
Do you offer online therapy?
Yes, we provide secure online therapy sessions via Zoom or telephone for clients who prefer remote access. This option maintains the same therapeutic standards as our face-to-face appointments.
What are your cancellation policies?
We require 24 hours' notice for cancellations. Missed appointments without prior notice may incur full session fees. Some therapists offer limited flexibility for emergency situations.
Do you have concessionary rates?
Several therapists offer reduced rates for low-income clients and students. Availability varies by practitioner, so please discuss financial considerations directly with your chosen therapist.
Reviews (3)
Ash Ann
Dec 10, 2019
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I've called every day for 2 weeks, left an answerphone message, sent an email. No response at all! I'm trying so hard because this place comes highly recommended to me so it feels like a safe option but it's a shame no one can even be bothered to tell me they can't take me right now.
Melissa McGinley
Nov 03, 2019
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I've contacted them 3 times with no response. I phoned them and left a voicemail along with using the contact us form on the website twice and heard nothing. Absolutely shocking service, don't bother trying.
David Vernon
Oct 03, 2017
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Rang Monday morning - no one there.
Got a callback early afternoon. Was told that the person I needed to see would ring me within a couple of hours. Now Wednesday morning and nothing so far. Really unprofessional and leaves me with no confidence in them.
Got a callback early afternoon. Was told that the person I needed to see would ring me within a couple of hours. Now Wednesday morning and nothing so far. Really unprofessional and leaves me with no confidence in them.
