Business Details
Expert Therapy & Counselling Services in Sale
Established by Bernie Meagh, our therapy practice brings 19 years of dedicated experience in supporting individuals, families, and couples through life's challenges. With qualifications including a BA(Hons) in Child and Adolescent Mental Health and advanced training in cognitive behavioural therapy, we offer tailored therapeutic approaches for anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties. Our integrative model combines multiple frameworks to meet each client's unique needs, supported by regular supervision through the Manchester Institute for Psychotherapy.We serve clients across Manchester and Trafford from our base in Sale, working with both private individuals and organisations to promote mental wellbeing. Our services extend to supervision for fellow professionals and collaboration with schools, local government, and community groups, ensuring a comprehensive approach to mental health support.
Services
Counselling
Therapy
Supervision
Parenting Support
Child Mental Health
Trauma Recovery
Anxiety Management
Relationship Counselling
Depression Treatment
Stress Reduction
Highlights and features
- We offer 19 years of experience in counselling children, adults, and families.
- Our integrative therapeutic approach adapts to individual client needs.
- Regular supervision ensures adherence to BACP standards and professional growth.
- We address diverse issues including trauma, anxiety, and relationship difficulties.
- Flexible evening appointments available to accommodate client schedules.
Associations and certifications
- British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
Services
Counselling Services
Our counselling services address anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties through tailored therapeutic approaches. Sessions last 50-55 minutes, with flexible evening appointments available. We work with individuals, couples, and families to promote emotional wellbeing and personal growth, using evidence-based techniques adapted to each client's unique circumstances.
Child Mental Health
Specialised support for children and adolescents facing emotional, behavioural, or developmental challenges. Drawing on 19 years of experience in educational settings, we help young people navigate anxiety, low self-esteem, and family dynamics. Our approach incorporates play and creative techniques to engage younger clients effectively.
Supervision
Supervision services for therapists, counsellors, and mental health professionals ensure continued development and ethical practice. We provide student supervision at reduced rates and support practitioners working with complex cases, helping maintain professional standards while reducing work-related stress through structured reflective practice.
Trauma Recovery
Specialised trauma recovery programmes address PTSD, abuse, and accident-related psychological impacts. Using integrative techniques including CBT and solution-focused therapy, we help clients process traumatic experiences safely. Our approach prioritises establishing emotional stability before addressing specific trauma memories to ensure client safety.
Parenting Support
Parenting support services assist families navigating behavioural challenges, autism-related needs, and child safeguarding concerns. We provide practical strategies for managing stress and improving family communication, drawing on experience with community groups and educational institutions to address diverse parenting situations.
People
Bernie Meagh
Therapist and Supervisor
With 19 years of experience, Bernie provides therapy for children, adults, and families. Qualified in child mental health and cognitive behavioural therapy, she offers supervision to professionals while maintaining BACP accreditation. Her integrative approach addresses anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues.
Questions
What issues can counselling help with?
Counselling addresses anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and stress. We also support clients dealing with bereavement, parenting challenges, and long-term illness impacts.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50-55 minutes, with initial consultations determining suitability for short-term or longer-term therapeutic work based on individual needs.
Do you offer reduced rates?
Limited low-cost sessions available at £35/hour for students and those with proof of household income requiring financial support.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
Our integrative model combines cognitive behavioural therapy, solution-focused techniques, and person-centred approaches tailored to each client's specific requirements and personal circumstances.
Are evening appointments available?
Yes, we offer appointments until 9pm Monday-Thursday and 8am-9pm on Fridays to accommodate working clients' schedules.
Do you work with children and families?
Yes, we specialise in child and adolescent mental health, providing age-appropriate therapy for issues including school refusal, behavioural challenges, and family dynamics.
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Reviews (2)
Ruth Frecheville
Jun 24, 2018
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Can't speak highly enough of Bernie and the service she offers. She engages brilliantly with parents and children alike and has compassion , wisdom amd knowledge. We thank her heartily for her sound advice and excellent range of strategies!
Claire Barker
Sep 08, 2017
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Would highly recommend Bernie for anyone who is struggling. Warm friendly and definitely knows her stuff!
