Talking Therapies
Counselling is a process in which a person works closely with a counsellor on issues that may be causing distress in their lives. Counselling provides an opportunity to talk about problems and feelings, in an environment which is safe and confidential.
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NHS: Types of talking therapiesCounselling directory
A nationwide database of private qualified counsellors and psychotherapists.
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Counselling directoryGaddum Centre adult counselling
A counselling service based at Gaddum House in Manchester, offering therapy for common mental health conditions. This service can be accessed by anyone, regardless of locations and accepts self-referrals, as well as referrals from GP/professionals/family members.
Telephone
0161 834 6069
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Gaddum centreThe Counselling and Family Centre
Offers counselling to adult individuals, couples, families, and to children and young people from 5 years old.
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TheCFC.orgCAHN Counselling Service
The CAHN (Caribbean and African Health Network) offer bereavement, emotional and wellbeing support. No matter your issue, you can find assistance purposed for you with CAHN. Their service is available 7 days a week from 09:00-21:00.Counsellors would work flexibly to respond to the needs of service users.
Telephone
07710 022382
Referral form
CAHN Portal
Email
help@cahn.org.ukThe African and Caribbean Mental Health Service
Provides person-centred health and social care to the African Caribbean community in Manchester, Trafford and the surrounding areas. Professional counsellor available to look at problem areas in your life and find ways of dealing with them.
Contact Dawn:
Telephone
0161 226 9562
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ACHM services
Email
admin@acmhs-blackmentalhealth.org.ukKwan Wai (Wai Yin Chinese Centre)
Funded by Manchester Social Services Department, services are free to any resident of Manchester. Able to provide services to anybody in the Greater Manchester area who is referred and funded by social services.
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Counselling & talking therapies
Page published: 7 September 2023
Last updated: 9 July 2026