Welcome to Gayle Sykes Therapy

THERAPY IN MANCHESTER

Welcome, and thank you for visiting.

I am a BACP registered Psychotherapist with a Postgraduate Diploma in Integrative Psychotherapy, my training course was BACP accredited. My training was trauma informed and underpinned by theories of interpersonal neurobiology. I hold an MA in Social Work. Prior to my psychotherapy training I was employed in roles, providing emotional support to adults for over 28 years.

I was motivated to train as a psychotherapist after really benefitting from my own personal therapy. People I have supported describe me as supportive, validating, insightful and kind.

I work with people from all walks of life and backgrounds, coming to me with a diverse range of problems. I am a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy, and abide by their code of ethics.

HOW CAN THERAPY HELP?

I am a passionate advocate of therapy’s potential to deepen our self-understanding and develop more compassionate ways of relating to ourselves. I support people with low self esteem, who are overly self-critical and never feel good enough. I support those who are struggling with anxiety and are stressed and overwhelmed. You may be struggling in your relationship with others or have had adverse experiences in past relationships or in your family.

I know starting therapy can be daunting! I am a kind and compassionate therapist and provide a space where you can feel safe and accepted. You may be seeking therapy due to a specific problem or life event. You could feel stuck and be aware that you are repeating unhelpful patterns of behaviour. Or you may be feeling generally dissatisfied with life and wish to make sense of these feelings.

My role is to support you through our therapeutic relationship, to process difficult experiences and express difficult emotions.


People come to me for help a wide range of issues. Here are a few of the more common difficulties that can be supported through therapy:

Low self esteem

Anxiety and overwhelm

Family issues

Difficulties in relationships

Grief and bereavement

Self-criticism

Miscarriage and Pregnancy loss

Fertility

Stress and low mood

Difficulties in work or retirement

Lack of confidence and self-doubt

Unhappiness

A safe and supportive space

I am a kind and compassionate therapist and aim to provide a space where you can feel safe and accepted and can speak freely, and reflect, without fear of judgement. I have experience of providing counselling in the NHS and voluntary sector. I have supported people with relationship difficulties, overwhelm, anxiety, stress, loss and bereavement, low self-confidence, self-criticism, shame and low mood. I have also provided counselling in an NHS pregnancy loss service and have experience of supporting women (and men) affected by pregnancy loss, miscarriage and fertility difficulties.

Working Together

I work very collaboratively, and we can work together to understand the difficulties you are experiencing and some of our work together maybe to explore where these difficulties may stem from. Together we can identify the changes you wish to make and we can explore how to overcome any blocks and barriers to change. I am relational integrative therapist, which means I tailor my approach to each individual and will use different therapeutic approaches depending on your needs and wants.

Making changes towards a brighter future

I believe therapy can be reparative, it can help us address past difficulties and can support us to develop more compassionate ways of relating to ourselves and others, enabling us to lead a calmer, more emotionally fulfilled life. Working with a therapist can assist us to become more supportive to ourselves, which generally reduces anxiety, overwhelm and unhappiness. My focus is on supporting you through our therapeutic relationship, to enable you to deepen your understanding and acceptance of yourself.

CONTACT ME

Please get in touch to arrange an initial free consultation or to ask any questions by completing the contact form below. I am happy to discuss any queries or questions you may have prior to arranging an initial appointment.

You can also text me on 07535 175651.

FEES & LOCATION

I charge £55 a session. I work from established counselling practices in Chorlton and I offer a free 30 minute, no obligation, initial face to face or remote consultation, which provides an opportunity for you to meet me to see if I am the right therapist for you. I can tell you more about the way I work, answer any questions you might have and we can talk briefly about your reasons for seeking counselling. Alternatively I can offer a 20 min phone consultation instead.


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