James Butterworth

I offer face-to-face sessions in Bolton (close to Middlebrook Retail Park) at the following times:

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday : 10:00 a.m. –  6:30 p.m.

I also offer remote sessions at these times.

People seek counselling for many reasons, and taking the first step toward helping yourself can feel daunting. Realising that you’re ready to speak with a therapist can be a significant moment.

I know first-hand how transformative therapy can be. It can provide meaningful support for individuals facing a wide range of issues, such as; depression and anxiety, low self-esteem and loss of identity, addiction, trauma and challenging personal relationships.

Our sessions can be a valuable resource for anyone looking to explore these issues and others and potentially improve their overall well-being, gain insight into their thoughts and behaviours, and develop skills to navigate life's challenges.

I am here to listen to you and understand what’s happening in your life. I welcome you to contact me for a no-obligation, free 20-minute session where we can discuss your experiences and explore how we might work together.

If you'd like to take the next step, feel free to reach out. I’d be happy to support you.

I have 7 years of experience within the NHS, private and charity sectors working with people like yourself, I genuinely care about who you are and what you're going through.

I am trained in Integrative Psychotherapy, which means I draw on insights and methods from various psychological theories and practices. This means I will tailor my approach to meet your needs and circumstances. 

To help give you a sense of what I am like, the most common feedback I get is that I am calming and easy to be around, thoughtful, genuine and kind. 

My practice is grounded in a humanistic and relational approach. I believe therapy is most helpful when there is a genuine, collaborative relationship in which you feel understood, accepted and able to explore things at your own pace.

My work is influenced by relational, person-centred, existential and psychodynamic thinking, as well as contemporary understandings of attachment, trauma and the nervous system. I’m interested not only in what has happened to you, but in how those experiences may have shaped the ways you understand yourself, relate to others and respond to the world around you.

I aim to create a space where difficult experiences can be approached safely and with curiosity, without feeling that you have to have everything worked out before you come. Sometimes therapy involves making sense of the past; at other times it may be more about understanding what is happening for you now and finding different ways of responding. I adapt the way I work according to the individual rather than following a fixed model or set of techniques.

Alongside my private practice, I also work within an NHS psychological wellbeing service for staff, where I work as part of a multidisciplinary team. I value continuing to develop my practice through ongoing training, reading, supervision and professional development.

Ultimately, I see therapy as a process of developing a greater understanding of yourself while building a kinder and more flexible relationship with yourself and with others. I also believe that the therapeutic relationship itself can be an important part of healing.

Establishing a sense of safety and comfort is essential for the therapeutic relationship to flourish. The initial session often involves getting to know each other, discussing your background, and understanding your current struggles. This information tailors the approach and identifies potential areas of focus for future sessions.

While meaningful change usually takes time and consistent effort, the first session can set the foundation for progress. Many people find relief in simply sharing their thoughts and emotions with a non-judgmental professional. Feeling heard and understood can be a powerful step towards positive change.

Online or Telephone consultation: Free (20 min)

Session Length: 60 minutes

I look forward to speaking with you.

James Butterworth

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Email: hello@jamesbutterworthcounselling.co.uk

Telephone: 07821170952