Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.3, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Rob Radcliffe Counselling Manchester Counselling, Therapy and Supervision Manchester City Centre ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/further-info/blog/) - [Safeguarding Client Confidentiality: Prioritising Privacy & Data Protection](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/safeguarding-client-confidentiality-prioritising-privacy-data-protection/) - Article about data protection and confidentiality in Uk therapy and counselling in light of the Vastaamo hacking case and Julius Kivimäki's recent conviction. - [Turns Out Remote Therapy is possibly not as effective as Face to Face - Neuroscience Research](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/turns-out-remote-therapy-is-possibly-not-as-effective-as-face-to-face-neuroscience-research/) - It was my feeling during the Covid Pandemic, and my conviction since, that talking to someone on a screen lacks a certain something, and that face to face therapy is still the gold standard when it comes to healing and growth. There are some studies that suggest minimal differences between the two, but the neuroscience - [Nice to see I've been reviewed on a Website reviewing all things Manchester!](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/nice-to-see-ive-been-reviewed-on-a-website-reviewing-all-things-manchester/) - In the huge range of professions, there are some that tend to remain anonymous, working diligently behind the scenes without ever basking in the glow of recognition. I've always found solace, meaning and reward in my work, knowing that I'm making a difference to people's lives, even if it goes unnoticed and under the radar - [Coronavirus and the Stages of Grief and Loss.](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/coronavirus-and-the-stages-of-grief-and-loss/) - Whatever you are feeling right now is normal. How can that be, you say! Life right now is anything but normal, we’re on lockdown, the news is like a horror movie, everything has changed and I am feeling the strain (or perhaps, you are feeling strangely relieved or elated!). While the times are unprecedentedly abnormal - [It's That Time of Year - Seasonal Affective Disorder/Depression (SAD)](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/its-that-time-of-year-seasonal-affective-disorderdepression-sad/) - It's that time of year when the summer is over, the weather starts to close in, and we face the prospect of the clocks going back, leaving us with short days, and the dreaded "going to work in the dark, going home in the dark". It's enough to make most of us feel a little - [Counselling Blog - First Post](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/counselling-blog-first-post/) - I've had my private practice website going for some time now, and thought I would add a blog. From time to time I'll post some interesting news or information/updates about my Manchester counselling & psychotherapy service. I'm really interested in the neuroscience of counselling & psychotherapy, so I'll christen the blog with a quote from ## Pages - [Counselling in Manchester City Centre and Online - Welcome!](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/) - Face to face counselling in Manchester City Centre - also offering supervision, supportive therapy, mental health and well being services. - [Fees](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/fees/) - How much does counselling cost? Details of fees and payment for therapy, counselling and supervision in Manchester city centre. - [About Me](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/about/) - I am a professional, qualified counsellor/psychotherapist with over 14 years' full time experience. But first and foremost I am a human being with a variety of life experience, as are we all! My life and work have brought me into contact with a broad range of people, lifestyles and outlooks. I have tried to match - [Relationship Counselling](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/other-services/relationship-counselling/) - Couples Counselling - about my work with couples or other close relationships This sort of work is often known as couples counselling, or relationship counselling. In addition to my individual counselling work, I am happy to work with two people who are in a romantic relationship or marriage, as well as other relationships such as - [Contact](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/contact/) - Contact Rob Radcliffe for therapy in Manchester city centre or online. Book your in-person/online counselling session. Your journey to well-being starts here. - [Counselling Supervision Manchester and Online](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/other-services/person-centred-supervision/) - I am a qualified and experienced counselling supervisor offering clinical and professional supervision in Manchester City Centre and online via phone or video. - [Uk Based Email Counselling](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/other-services/email-counselling/) - Online counselling (such as phone, video or email therapy) can be of benefit to people who might find face to face counselling difficult to access for any number of reasons, perhaps due to location, inability to travel to see a counsellor or other constraints such as privacy. It may be especially helpful with the advent - [Counselling and Psychotherapy for Students](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/further-info/counselling-and-psychotherapy-for-students/) - Many students on counselling or other courses are required to attend counselling/psychotherapy as part of the personal development requirements of their course. This can be a challenging but rewarding part of the process, both for the students and myself as a therapist, and personally I really enjoy giving something back to the profession which has - [Therapy Rooms To Rent Manchester City Centre, Counselling Rooms,](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/further-info/therapy-rooms-to-rent-manchester-city-centre-counselling-rooms-ad-hoc-deals-available/) - I currently have full days available on Saturday and Sunday. I will have one week day available from September, either a Monday or Wednesday. I am offering reasonable prices, please get in touch if you are interested. - [LGBT, Poly & Queer Friendly counselling in Manchester](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/further-info/lgbtqia-counselling-manchester/) - All about Rob Radcliffe, therapy in Manchester for the LGBTQIA Community Online and in Manchester city centre. Get counselling from a leading therapist. - [Men's Counselling](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/further-info/mens-counselling/) - Information about therapy for men in Manchester city centre and online. Learn how talking can really help with a leading male counsellor in Manchester. - [Psychedelic Integration Therapy](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/other-services/psychedelic-integration-therapy/) - Learn about Psychedelic Integration therapy offered in Manchester and online. Inform yourself about safe psychedelic use and how to make sense of your trips. - [Why Me? Choosing the right therapist for you](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/further-info/why-me-choosing-the-right-therapist-for-you/) - How do you choose a therapist? What sort of qualities and information should you look for when looking for a counsellor? - [Counselling](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/counselling/) - About counselling and psychotherapy in Manchester City Centre and Online - [Payment](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/payment/) - The easiest way to make a payment is via Faster Payments in internet/phone banking, this is a free and virtually instant means of transferring money electronically from one person to another. Please contact me if you need my bank details, otherwise see the information below. My usual terms apply to all payments on this page: - [Testimonials](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/further-info/testimonials/) - Some of my clients have been willing to briefly share how their experience of counselling with me has helped them, and I include these here. To protect confidentiality, I do not include any identifying information but all comments are genuine. "I really didn't see how it could help at first, but had nothing to lose - [Location](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/location/) - I offer face to face counselling in Manchester city centre and have weekday and weekend availability. Unfortunately the building is not currently accessible to people with some physical challenges. In such cases I will endeavour to make alternative arrangements such as an alternative location, home visit or remote session. My Manchester Counselling Service is based - [FAQs](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/faqs/) - Some questions you may have! If there is a question that isn't answered here, do get in touch and I will add it if appropriate! Does Counselling Really Work? Emphatically, yes! Of course it depends on what the problem is, the length of the counselling process, and a range of factors such as the strength - [Covid-19 Information](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/further-info/covid-19-information/) - Please note this information is as up to date and accurate as possible as of December 12th 2021. The building and rooms have been risk assessed and measures put in place to minimise the risk of transmission and maximise protection for all staff and visitors. Within the building there are measures in place appropriate to - [Covid/Lockdown Concerns, Anxiety, Distress and Grief.](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/further-info/covid-lockdown-concerns-anxiety-distress-and-grief/) - If you are feeling anxious, angry, distressed, lost, sad or stressed since the events of 2020 changed all our lives, you are not alone. The feelings you have are completely understandable, normal and there is nothing wrong with you. Perhaps you are grieving over the lost time, the death of a loved one, job or - [Walk and Talk Therapy Manchester](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/other-services/walk-and-talk-therapy-manchester/) - UPDATE APRIL 2021 - I am willing to consider this option for people, however it can be challenging to schedule given some of my sessions are in Central Manchester and some online from Denton, along with admin time etc but now the lighter nights and warmer weather is (theoretically!) on the way, this type of - [Suggested Reading](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/further-info/suggested-reading/) - This is a suggested reading list of books about therapy or books that I have found useful in my journey as a human being. You may find some of them to be of interest as a professional therapist, while many of them serve as self help titles. If you have any questions about any of - [Core Outcome Measure](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/core-outcome-measure/) - [Writing Therapy](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/other-services/writing-therapy/) - I have experience of running "therapeutic writing" groups, where writing exercises are used as a means of self expression and exploration. For more details visit the website: https://writingforselfexpression.co.uk/ - [Anger Management](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/further-info/anger-management/) - Counselling for Anger Anger is a very primal, basic emotion - it is also a very complex one. Anger can be a primary emotion (for example someone hits you, and this makes you instantly angry), but it can also be a strategy to cover up painful feelings (it feels easier, and appears stronger, to be - [Equality Statement](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/further-info/equality-statement/) - It should go without saying, but I am committed to equality and I am happy to see you whatever your racial, cultural or gender and sexuality background. Whatever country you are from or whatever your cultural background, I am committed to seeing you as an individual person and working with you. I want you to - [Counselling for Anxiety, Stress and Worry](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/further-info/counselling-for-anxiety-stress-and-worry/) - Counselling for Anxiety, Stress and Worry Anxiety is a natural part of being human, and without anxiety we wouldn't be able to survive - it's our physical response to real danger that helps us leap back from a speeding car (or slam on the brakes if we happen to be driving the car and someone - [Privacy Policy](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/further-info/cookie-policy-2/) - This site uses cookies - small text files that are placed on your machine to help the site provide a better user experience. In general, cookies are used to retain user preferences, store information for things like shopping carts, and provide anonymised tracking data to third party applications like Google Analytics. This website will only - [Cookie and Privacy Policy](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/further-info/cookie-policy/) - This site uses cookies - small text files that are placed on your machine to help the site provide a better user experience. In general, cookies are used to retain user preferences, store information for things like shopping carts, and provide anonymised tracking data to third party applications like Google Analytics. As a rule, cookies - [Website Design](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/other-services/website-design/) - I can offer website design for counsellors, psychotherapists, hypnotherapists and alternative healing practitioners at a reasonable price. For example a site similar to this one, including the ability to edit the page contents yourself, starts from as little as £200. This includes making the site search engine friendly, and any help you may need with - [Further Info](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/further-info/) - Further Information/Articles About Counselling I will be adding further information and articles here from time to time. From this page you can also read some client testimonials. Current Articles: Counselling for Bereavement Counselling for Depression Counselling for Anxiety Anger Management Counselling Counselling for Men Counselling for Confidence Issues (coming soon) - [Other Services](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/other-services/) - Please use the following links for details of other services I offer: Relationship Counselling Email Counselling Academic Proofreading/Editing Stress Management/Communication Skills Training for businesses (coming soon) - [Couples Counselling](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/further-info/couples-counselling/) - For my work with relationships, including couples counselling, please see: http://robradcliffe.co.uk/other-services/relationship-counselling - [Counselling for Depression](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/further-info/counselling-for-depression/) - Depression is a word we hear a lot about, and it can be understood in many different ways, and effect people differently. Typically, depression might involve losing interest in things that are normally enjoyed, feeling tired and irritable, tearfulness, not being able to sleep or sleeping too much, wanting to be alone, and often feelings - [Bereavement Counselling](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/further-info/bereavement-counselling/) - Counselling for Bereavement When someone dies (or when we suffer a major loss of any kind), it can change our life profoundly, and can be one of the most intense sufferings we will ever experience. There are few words to describe the intense emotional pain that grief can cause (“devastating” is one that perhaps comes - [Confidential Transcription](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/other-services/confidential-transcription/) - I offer confidential transcription of counselling sessions or research interviews, which may be used for example for a dissertation or other assignment. As a counsellor and BACP member I understand the importance of confidentiality and am able to work respectfully with sensitive content. I offer near verbatim transcription for £50 per 50 minutes/hour of audio ## Categories - [Counselling/Psychotherapy](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/category/counsellingpsychotherapy/) - [Seasonal Affective Disorder](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/category/seasonal-affective-disorder/) - [Coronavirus](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/category/coronavirus/) - [Articles](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/category/articles/) - [Reviews and Testimonials](https://robradcliffe.co.uk/category/reviews-and-testimonials/)