Tom Cowan Person-Centred Counselling Online Manchester for Individuals and Couples/Relationships

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About the Therapist

About the therapist:

As LGBTQ+ people we occupy a unique place in the history of life on this planet; our marginalisation creates perspective, our suffering grows into strength and our isolation sparks a need for community, connection and belonging.

We experience shame from a young age because of how others see our differences. These same differences later in life can be the source of our unity, resilience and courage when examined through the lens of kind, welcoming and compassionate therapy.

Together you may wish for us to explore your intimate relationships and challenging experiences with friends, families and partner/s.

What might you discover about how you think and feel when given a safer space to express yourself freely, without fear of judgement, bias or blaming?

There are moments in our story where we learnt to keep parts of ourselves small and hidden, extinguishing the bright luminosity of our potential. Therapy can support you to spark that life force again.

I’ve worked with LGBTQ+ clients seeking support with a wide range of issues, anxiety, depression, compulsive sexual behaviour, self harm, post traumatic stress, bereavement/loss, gender identity, sexual issues, sexuality, kink, relationships, ADHD/Autism/Neuro-difference and more.

If you're contemplating starting counselling then I encourage you to contact me for a free, confidential 20 minute video call. This is a chance for me to learn more about what you need and answer any questions you might have, so we can understand if I'm the right counsellor for you at this time.

Sexual identity:

Gay
Queer

Gender identity: Male

Gender history: As assigned at birth

Non-monogamy: No

Intersex: No

Neurodivergent: No

Personal pronouns: He/Him

Qualifications - Links to websites:

Please visit my my website for further information - www.tomcowan.info

Are you curious about my qualifications?

These are some of the things I have trained in.

- BA (Hons) Person-Centred Counselling. 1st Class.

- Advanced Diploma in Relationship Psychotherapy

- Ecotherapy Certificate from Tariki Buddhist Trust

- Vajrasati Yoga Teacher 500HR

- Total Yoga Nidra Teacher - Yoga Nidra Network

Qualifications - Additional:

Award	Awarding body	Year of award

Experience and approach:

Do you ever have that experience of wishing you could say what was really going on but holding back?

Do you push down your own feelings and needs, offer a 'smile' or an 'I'm fine' when really you want to let it all out and take up some space?

Have you been experiencing challenges that are negatively impacting your mental health?

Have you found it difficult to open up to friends, family, partners or colleagues for fear of being judged or misunderstood, leaving you unseen and unheard?

Counselling provides a supportive, inclusive and affirmative relationship to share about the issues that matter to you, at your own pace and in your own way.

I'm a person-centred counsellor. I'm here to offer you a space to be yourself. An opportunity for you to think, feel, sense and share what's happening in your world.

You can be real, honest, expressive and however else you need to be in person-centred counselling.

This might be the right kind of therapy for you if you have or are currently experiencing:

- worry or anxiety

- depression or low mood

- recurring thoughts and feelings related to traumatic events as a result of sexual, emotional or physical abuse

- negative or intrusive thoughts

- work pressures including burnout and discrimination

- family challenges inc. estrangement

- difficulty communicating your needs and handling conflict in intimate relationships

- feelings of loneliness or isolation

- explorations around sex, sexuality or gender

- loss or bereavement

- addiction/unwanted compulsive behaviours

- challenges related to ADHD/Autism/Neuro-difference

Perhaps you would like to:

- feel calm and connected

- be respected, valued and heard

- take steps to improve your mental health

- reduce distress and anxiety

- experience more positive thoughts and feelings towards yourself and others

- discover more meaning, direction and purpose in your life

- develop more confidence communicating in your relationships

- realise your potential to change, grow and thrive

- be supported to find strategies and solutions that work for you

If you've read this and are ready to take the next step then you can contact me by email, text message or through my website to arrange a free, confidential 20 minute video call.

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