ONLINE COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY IN MANCHESTER
Welcome to Talk To Heal Therapy
Online Counselling & Psychotherapy for Adults in Manchester and Across the UK
Healing Through Conversation
For when you’re holding it all together on the outside, but quietly falling apart inside.
You apologise for things that aren't your fault. You say yes when you mean no. You're the reliable one at work, the easy-going one in relationships and you've lost yourself somewhere in all that performing.
I offer online therapy to help you understand why you do this and work through change. Not through quick fixes, but by making sense of the patterns and building something different.
If you're ready, let's talk.
Meet Your Therapist
Hi, I’m Alessandra – a therapist offering online counselling from Gorton, Manchester. I am a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
I work with adults who look fine on the outside but are running empty on the inside. People who've spent so long managing everyone else's feelings that they've lost track of their own. Who say yes when they mean no, avoid conflict, and wonder how they became someone they no longer recognise.
My Approach
We start by making sense of the why, where the people-pleasing comes from, what you're protecting yourself from, why saying no feels impossible.
Then we work on changing it: understanding what boundaries look like for you, how to speak up without the crippling anxiety, how to reconnect with what you actually want instead of what everyone else needs.
What You Can Expect
You'll understand why you've been living like this. More importantly, you'll know how to stop. The guilt after saying no will ease. The constant rehearsal before difficult conversations will quieten The exhaustion of managing everyone's emotions will lift.
You'll start recognising yourself again.
My Journey into Counselling
I came to therapy because I couldn't make sense of the gap between how I looked on the
outside and what was happening inside. I was functioning fine - work, relationships, all of it but something felt fundamentally off, and I couldn't
articulate why.
Studying psychology gave me frameworks, but counselling helped me actually understand that disconnect. More than that, it showed me how powerful it is when someone helps you make sense of what's been confusing or painful. That's what drew me to the work - not the theory but the actual experience of being understood and finding a way forward
Qualifications
Level 4 Counselling Qualification
Certificate in Low-Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling and Psychotherapy
MSc Psychological Wellbeing in Clinical Practice
Common Challenges I Support Clients With
You may recognise some of these experiences in yourself. These are the patterns clients often bring to therapy:
- Constant anxiety about disappointing people or getting it wrong
- People-pleasing and difficulty saying no without guilt
- Struggling to set or maintain boundaries in work or relationships
- Low self-esteem and feeling like you're only worth what you give to others
- Feeling disconnected from yourself like you've disappeared under all the performing
- Relationship difficulties when you've lost track of how to ask for what you need
What Clients Have Shared
“After one session, I felt hopeful and more in control of my anxiety – like I finally had a way to move forward”
“For the first time I felt able to acknowledge that I was not okay and could begin processing this.”
Online Counselling & Psychotherapy Services
One-to-One Online Therapy
This is individual work, just you and me in a confidential space via video call. Sessions are 50 minutes, usually weekly or fortnightly depending on what works for you. There's no rigid structure as some sessions we talk through what's happened that week, others we dig deeper into patterns or work on specific situations you're facing. It's collaborative. You're not just sitting there while I take notes, we're working through this together.
Single Session Therapy
Sometimes you need support now rather than a long-term commitment. Single Sessions are 45 minutes, focused on what feels urgent or confusing now. We won't solve everything is one go, but we can untangle a specific problem, gain clarity on what's happening, or work out practical next steps.
How It Works
No initial consultation is needed, so you can book a one-off session here straight away
Availability is limited: There will only be a small number of single sessions offered each month and will be for a duration of 45 minutes.
Short pre-session form is required to ensure your safety and suitability for this type of session
It's different from ongoing therapy as we focus on the present issue rather than deep pattern work. Sometimes one focused conversation is exactly what you need.
Who Can Benefit?
These sessions are a good fit for you if you:
• Are not in crisis or considered high-risk
• Are on an NHS waiting list and want support while you wait
• Can’t commit to long-term therapy right now
• Are unsure what support you need but want to explore what’s going on
• Looking to focus on a present concern and get clarity or coping strategies in one session
My location
Talk To Heal Therapy is based in Gorton, Manchester and offers online counselling sessions via Google Meet.
I work with adults across Manchester, including Ancoats, Didsbury, South Manchester and East Manchester, as well as clients across Greater Manchester and across the UK.
Fees & availability
Providing you with flexible therapy options that suit you.
I offer ongoing therapy at £40 per session (50 minutes).
I offer single-session therapy / one-off sessions at £45 (45 minutes).
All sessions are offered online.
Before Single Session Therapy, you’ll be asked to complete a short pre-session form to ensure your safety and suitability for this type of session.
A free 15-minute initial consultation is available for ongoing therapy.
Get in touch
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how online counselling or psychotherapy works, or if you’d like to arrange an initial consultation. This gives us the opportunity to talk through what’s been bringing you to therapy, whether online counselling could be helpful for you, and whether I am the right therapist to support you.
You’re also very welcome to call me on +44 7768568783 if you would prefer to leave a message or speak to me directly. I’m happy to answer any questions you may have before arranging an initial appointment.
All enquiries are usually responded to within 24 hours. All contact is strictly confidential, and sessions are offered online using secure phone and email services.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
I offer Person-Centred therapy, Low-intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Single-Session Therapy. This can be offered as a blended approach or person-centred, dependent on your needs as a client which will be discussed during the initial consultation.
What is the difference between Person-Centred Therapy, Low-Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Single-Session therapy?
Person-centred therapy (PCT) is all about creating a non-judgemental, empathic, and genuine environment using the core conditions being empathy, unconditional-positive regard, and congruence. The therapist helps facilitate the client’s experience in exploring their thoughts and feelings and bringing this into their awareness to encourage therapeutic change, growth, and self-discovery. PCT centers the client, allowing them to lead their sessions to discover their own solutions.
Low-intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (LI-CBT) offers a structured and goal-oriented approach that focuses on identifying and challenging the negative thought patterns and behaviours the client may be experiencing. The therapist supports and collaborates with the client through techniques and strategies to help aid healthier patterns of thoughts and behaviour to reduce psychological distress. This approach is tailored to those with mild to moderate mental health challenges.
Single-Session Therapy is designed to be complete in one session with the therapist. It is brief and it draws on supporting you at a particular point in time. SST can help explore what’s going on for you and work toward taking away something meaningful whether being a new perspective, emotional relief, or practical strategies. This therapy is great for those that aren’t ready to commit to ongoing therapy or unsure about what the next steps might be.
What is an initial consultation?
I offer a free 15 minutes initial consultation where we will discuss your concerns, goals, expectations, and evaluate whether my approach aligns with the support you’re looking for.
How can I book an appointment?
Initial Consultations can be booked via our website here. After the consultation, to book a counselling session we can discuss what day and time suits you and I can send an appointment scheduler for you to book in.
What should I do if I need to cancel or reschedule?
It’s understandable that life gets busy and unforeseen circumstances may arise. I ask for a minimum of 24 hours’ notice prior to your session should you need to reschedule. I can reschedule free of charge should you adhere to the notice period. However, if you were to cancel within the 24 hours’ notice period, payment for the session will be expected. This will also be outlined within the counselling agreement.
What client age group do you work with?
I currently only see clients that are 18+ and are not considered high risk.
What are your fees?
I offer ongoing therapy at a rate of £40 per session. For Single-Session Therapy it is £45 per session.
Do you offer online or face to face therapy?
Your sessions will be held online via video call through Google Meet. It is a requirement to have a good, reliable internet connection and are in a private space to have your counselling sessions. This is to ensure the sessions can run as smoothly as possible.
Will my counselling sessions be confidential?
Yes, all notes taken will be kept confidential adhering to GDPR and ethical guidelines. The sessions will take place in a quiet and private setting.
How long will my therapy sessions last?
The sessions last for 50 minutes, which is known as the therapeutic hour. Single-Session Therapy will be for a duration of 45 minutes.
How many sessions of counselling do I need?
A minimum of 6 sessions of counselling is recommended however, depending on your needs this may be extended or if you feel counselling no longer meets your needs, you are free to stop the continuance of the sessions.
How frequently should I have counselling?
I offer counselling on a weekly and bi-weekly basis. Should this change, we can discuss the best way to move forward.
How do I book a one-off or Single-Session Therapy session?
There is no need for an initial consultation for a single / one-off session. You will need to fill out the short form prior to your session that can be found here.
To make a booking please book here.
What is your availability?
I offer counselling sessions only on Monday’s at present. This can be weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly dependent on what your needs are. This can be discussed within your initial consultation.