Your Path to Healing and Growth

Safe, confidential, and professional counselling tailored to your needs right here in Rochdale.

"You are not broken. You are human, and you are adapting to a world that can be overwhelming."


(Dr. Gabor Maté)

About JDE Counselling

JDE Counselling provides professional, ethical and compassionate counselling for adults aged 18 and over.

My approach is integrative, meaning I draw upon a range of evidence-informed counselling theories and techniques to tailor therapy to your individual needs rather than adopting a "one size fits all" approach.

Every person is different. Your experiences, relationships, values and circumstances are unique, and counselling should reflect this individuality.

At JDE Counselling I believe that meaningful change occurs through developing a trusting therapeutic relationship where you feel genuinely heard, accepted and understood. Sessions are collaborative. You remain the expert in your own life. My role is to support, encourage, gently challenge where appropriate and provide a safe space in which you can better understand yourself.

My Values

Everything I do as a counsellor is guided by a number of core values.

Respect

Every client deserves to be treated with dignity, compassion and acceptance regardless of background, beliefs or circumstances.

Integrity

I will always aim to work honestly, ethically and professionally in accordance with the BACP Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions.

Safety

Creating emotional and psychological safety is central to effective counselling.

Collaboration

Counselling works best when we work together. You decide the direction and pace of therapy while I provide professional support throughout the process.

Growth

Counselling is not simply about reducing distress. It is also about increasing self-awareness, resilience, confidence and overall wellbeing.

My Approach

As an Integrative Counsellor, I adapt therapy to meet your individual needs. Depending on what you bring to counselling, our work together may incorporate ideas and techniques from different therapeutic approaches, including:

  • ✓ Person-Centred Counselling
  • ✓ CBT-informed approaches
  • ✓ Transactional Analysis
  • ✓ Psychodynamic understanding
  • ✓ Solution Focused approaches
  • ✓ Psychoeducation where appropriate
  • ✓ Trauma-informed practice

No single approach works for everyone. Together we will find the style of counselling that best supports your goals.

Areas I May Be Able to Help With

People come to counselling for many different reasons. These may include:

  • ✓ Anxiety
  • ✓ Stress
  • ✓ Depression
  • ✓ Low self-esteem
  • ✓ Confidence
  • ✓ Relationship difficulties
  • ✓ Bereavement and loss
  • ✓ Workplace stress
  • ✓ Burnout
  • ✓ Anger
  • ✓ Life transitions
  • ✓ Family difficulties
  • ✓ Trauma
  • ✓ Personal development
  • ✓ Identity
  • ✓ Emotional wellbeing
Please note: If your needs fall outside my competence or experience, I will discuss this openly and, where appropriate, help you find a more suitable service.

Taking the First Step

Reaching out can feel daunting, but you don't have to do it alone. All sessions are completely confidential and held in a non-judgmental space.

Ready to Begin?

Contact me today and schedule an introductory call or ask any questions.

Send me an email