About me
I’m Ciara (MSc, MBACP), a warm, friendly and down-to-earth psychotherapist working with children, teens, students and young adults. If you’ve been scrolling for a while unsure where to start, I get it. Looking for the right therapist can feel overwhelming when you’re already carrying so much.
If you’re struggling with anxiety, stress, low mood, low self-esteem, friendship difficulties, family challenges or loss, you don’t have to face it alone.
In our sessions there’s no pressure to have everything figured out. We’ll go at your pace, exploring what feels important to you while gently challenging when it’s helpful, always respecting your voice and your story.
My approach is kind, collaborative and human, and I aim to create a calm, safe space where you feel heard and understood without judgement.
Therapy is a place where you don’t have to pretend or filter what you say. I’ll meet you where you are and support you in making sense of your experiences.
If you’re feeling stuck, sad, angry, overwhelmed, lonely, worried or scared, you’re not alone. Together we can explore what’s going on for you and find ways to better understand and manage your emotions.
Training, qualifications & experience
I’m an integrative therapist registered with the BACP, which means I draw on different approaches depending on what feels most helpful for you. I follow a person-centred approach, putting you at the heart of therapy. I believe you are the expert in your own life, and therapy is a space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly, without pressure or judgement. We focus on what matters most to you in the moment.
I work in a creative and trauma-informed way, being mindful of how past experiences can affect how we feel today. Sometimes we may use gentle creative tools such as drawing, writing or visual exercises if talking alone feels difficult. Above all, I aim to create a space where you feel safe, heard and understood, so you can talk openly and begin to make sense of what you’re going through.
I have over 3,000 counselling hours and more than 10 years’ experience working in schools, youth services, social care and counselling organisations, including The Lowdown, Mable Therapy and 42nd Street, as well as in private practice. I’ve supported people from many different backgrounds, including children, young people, students, creatives and professionals who may be feeling overwhelmed or looking for more balance and clarity in their lives.
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£90.00 per session
Additional information
Sessions are 50 minutes long and are charged at £90. Payment can be made by bank transfer at least 24 hours before the session. Sessions can be arranged weekly or fortnightly, depending on what works best for you.
Further information
I offer in-person sessions in the heart of Manchester city centre or remote sessions via video call or telephone. Whether this is your first time seeking support or you’ve tried therapy before, we’ll work together in a way that feels comfortable and right for you. I know that reaching out for support can feel daunting, so you’re welcome to email me, text me, or we can arrange a free 15-minute phone call. This short chat gives you a chance to ask questions, get a sense of how we might work together, and see if it feels like the right fit.
My Professional Standards:
- Registered Member of the BACP
- Vitality Insurance Provider
- Monthly Clinical Supervision
- ICO Registered
- Professional Liability Insurance
- Enhanced DBS Certificate
