About me
I am an experienced Clinical Counsellor and Supervisor, an AANE-trained Neurodivergent Couples Therapist, and a BWRT Psychotherapist, offering therapy to adults, couples and individuals online across the UK and in-person in Manchester City Centre.
My practice is trauma-informed, relational and neurodivergent-affirming. I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, shame, relationship difficulties, emotional overwhelm, attachment difficulties, and the lasting impact of adverse childhood experiences. I also specialise in supporting autistic and ADHD adults, whether formally diagnosed or exploring the possibility of being neurodivergent.
I hold a Master's degree in Clinical Counselling from the University of Chester. I previously worked as a Clinical Counsellor within the Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) NHS Talking Therapies service. Alongside my private practice, I continue to develop my specialist knowledge through advanced training in trauma, neurodivergent-affirming practice and couples therapy.
I am committed to providing an anti-discriminatory, inclusive practice where people of all cultural backgrounds, faiths, sexualities, gender identities and abilities feel welcomed, respected and understood.
My Approach
My approach is relational and interactive — I work collaboratively with you to build a therapeutic relationship grounded in trust, empathy, and understanding. Together, we explore patterns, beliefs, and protective strategies that may be operating outside your awareness. Depending on your goals, our work may involve reflective exploration, practical strategies, or evidence-informed approaches to processing trauma and difficult emotions. My intention as your therapist is to help you understand yourself more deeply so you can move beyond surviving toward living with greater clarity, confidence, authenticity, and emotional freedom.
Neurodivergent Couples Therapy
Neurodivergent relationships often involve challenges that can be confusing or painful for both partners. Emotional dysregulation, sensory sensitivities, communication differences, executive functioning, rejection sensitivity and differences in needs for connection can create recurring patterns of misunderstanding. Behaviours that may appear uncaring, controlling, overly emotional or withdrawn are often expressions of very different neurological experiences rather than a lack of love or commitment
As a neuro-affirming therapist, I also help couples recognise and build upon their strengths such as deep loyalty, honesty, passion, creativity, problem-solving skills and authenticity, etc. I believe couples therapy is about creating relationships where both partners feel heard, respected and understood, where differences are accommodated and where each partner can influence the relationship without compromising who they are.
Areas I Can Help With:
Trauma and complex trauma
Anxiety and depression
Emotional dysregulation
Shame and low self-worth
Relationship issues
Neurodivergence (Autism and ADHD)
Complex grief and bereavement
Intrusive thoughts and flashbacks
Anger and irritability
Sensory overwhelm
Separation and divorce
Domestic abuse and coercive control
Addiction
Book a Consultation
My therapy room is based in Manchester City Centre. I work in-person and online with people across the UK.
I offer a free 30-minute consultation to discuss what you're hoping to get from therapy, answer any questions you may have about my service and decide whether we are the right fit to work together.
Private Review
"Before meeting Fiona, I was in a very low place. I was apprehensive about starting therapy and unsure whether it would be right for me, but it turned out to be the best decision I could have made for myself.
Fiona is incredibly warm, kind, and understanding. She made me feel comfortable and completely unjudged from the very first session. Even after our initial meeting, I felt a huge sense of relief.
Over the eight sessions we had together, she helped me completely shift my perspective and better understand my emotions.
She provided practical exercises that I could use daily, many of which I still use nearly a year later, as well as powerful techniques to help change my mindset and manage emotions tied to difficult situations. Having a safe space to offload my thoughts and work through ongoing challenges was highly valuable.
Fiona helped me regain my confidence and sense of self, reminding me to believe in myself and trust that I can get through the other side of challenges.
The positive change in me was noticed by those around me as well, and we are all incredibly grateful for her. I am now thriving thanks to the work we did together and have a great toolbox for the future. "
Emily - Manchester
Training, qualifications & experience
MA (Distinction) in Clinical Counselling - The University of Chester
The Association for Autism and Neurodiversity (AANE) Trained Couples Therapist
The National Association of Autism and Mental Health (NCAMH) BPS Approved Diploma in Autism and Mental Health
Aspire Autism Consultancy Training :
- ADHD in the Therapy Room; A Neuro-affirming Approach
- Working with Neurodivergent Couples and Relationships
- A Neuro-affirming approach to working with Autistic Clients
Brainworking Recursive Therapy (BWRT) Advanced Practitioner Levels 1 & 2
Accredited Relational Dynamics 1st, Coaching for the Arts
Post Graduate Certificate in Supervision - The Manchester Institute for Psychotherapy
Advanced Post Graduate Certificate in Person-Centred Couples Counselling
Hypnotherapy Practitioner Diploma NCH
Diploma in Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy (DSFH)
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).
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Fees
£65.00 - £90.00
Additional information
- Initial Consultation: Free (30 min.) Online or in-person
- Counselling £65 (50 minutes)
- Couples Therapy £90 (50 minutes)
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