James Hardman

I currently have availability within my practice and welcome new enquiries.

I work with individuals both online and face-to-face, with in-person sessions available at Moorside Therapy Room in Oldham.

My working hours are Mondays - Fridays, 9:00am – 8:00pm. I aim to offer flexible appointments within these times to accommodate different schedules, including daytime and evening sessions.

If you are interested in starting therapy, please feel free to get in touch to discuss availability and arrange an initial appointment.

Hi, I’m James. I see therapy as a mindful, relational process that supports meaningful change. Part of this involves embracing a paradox—sometimes the work isn’t about changing how you feel, especially with experiences like grief or isolation, but about giving those feelings space to be explored and understood. I offer a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space where you can reflect, gain clarity, and begin to move forward.

My approach is primarily humanistic and person-centred, meaning you are at the centre of the work. I integrate psychodynamic, existential, and cognitive behavioural approaches where helpful, allowing therapy to be flexible and responsive to you. 

Alongside warmth and support, I place value on honesty and depth. This may include gentle challenge or thoughtful questioning, helping you to explore patterns that might otherwise go unnoticed. At times, we may focus on what is happening in the here-and-now between us, using the therapeutic relationship itself to better understand how you relate to yourself and others.

I have a strong interest in helping clients develop a more compassionate relationship with themselves. This can include inner child work and techniques such as two-chair dialogue, offering space to explore difficult or conflicting parts of your experience. I also draw on existential ideas, exploring themes such as isolation, meaning, and life’s uncertainties.

My academic interests focus on systemic, cultural, and diagnostic influences on mental health. I am particularly drawn to how these forces can shape identity, distress, and the ways we come to understand ourselves. Where relevant, I welcome open exploration of how your environment, context, and wider systems may have impacted your experiences.

At the heart of my work is relationship. Not as an expert telling you what to do, but as a real person working alongside you—supporting you to make sense of your experiences, recognise your strengths, and create meaningful, lasting change.

Starting therapy is a big step, and it’s natural to feel unsure about what to expect. At Mindful Changes, I believe finding the right therapist is about building a connection that feels safe, supportive, and understanding. To help you feel more at ease, I’ve outlined our approach and what you can expect as we move through this process together.

Initial Contact

You can get in touch through this website, by email, phone, or SMS. You’re welcome to share a little about what brings you to therapy, or simply let me know you’d like to connect. I will then reply to your enquiry within a couple of days to arrange a convenient time for an introductory call.

Introductory Call

We will collaboratively arrange a brief 15-minute call to answer questions and see if working together feels like a good fit. If you decide to continue, you’ll receive a welcome pack with key information, and together agree on a regular time to meet, either online or in person.

Assessment

In the early stage of therapy, we usually spend 4–6 sessions exploring what has brought you here, what you hope to gain, and how we might best support you. These sessions are about beginning to build a trusting connection while developing an understanding of your situation — both in the present and from your past.

Ongoing Therapy

Once regular sessions begin, we will explore your thoughts, feelings, and patterns at a pace that feels comfortable and meaningful. This stage is collaborative and flexible, focusing on creating the changes you’ve agreed to work toward together.

Closing

When the time feels right, we’ll work together to plan a thoughtful ending. This may happen gradually or as part of a more structured process, with space to reflect on your progress, what you’ve learned, and the steps ahead. You’ll also be supported in carrying these insights and strategies into your everyday life, helping you continue your growth beyond our sessions.

I currently have availability within my practice and welcome new enquiries.

I work with individuals both online and face-to-face, with in-person sessions available at Moorside Therapy Room in Oldham.

My working hours are Mondays - Fridays, 9:00am – 8:00pm. I aim to offer flexible appointments within these times to accommodate different schedules, including daytime and evening sessions.

If you are interested in starting therapy, please feel free to get in touch to discuss availability and arrange an initial appointment..

Hi, I’m James. I see therapy as a mindful, relational process that supports meaningful change. Part of this involves embracing a paradox—sometimes the work isn’t about changing how you feel, especially with experiences like grief or isolation, but about giving those feelings space to be explored and understood. I offer a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space where you can reflect, gain clarity, and begin to move forward.

My approach is primarily humanistic and person-centred, meaning you are at the centre of the work. I integrate psychodynamic, existential, and cognitive behavioural approaches where helpful, allowing therapy to be flexible and responsive to you.

Alongside warmth and support, I place value on honesty and depth. This may include gentle challenge or thoughtful questioning, helping you to explore patterns that might otherwise go unnoticed. At times, we may focus on what is happening in the here-and-now between us, using the therapeutic relationship itself to better understand how you relate to yourself and others.

I have a strong interest in helping clients develop a more compassionate relationship with themselves. This can include inner child work and techniques such as two-chair dialogue, offering space to explore difficult or conflicting parts of your experience. I also draw on existential ideas, exploring themes such as isolation, meaning, and life’s uncertainties.

My academic interests focus on systemic, cultural, and diagnostic influences on mental health. I am particularly drawn to how these forces can shape identity, distress, and the ways we come to understand ourselves. Where relevant, I welcome open exploration of how your environment, context, and wider systems may have impacted your experiences.

At the heart of my work is relationship. Not as an expert telling you what to do, but as a real person working alongside you—supporting you to make sense of your experiences, recognise your strengths, and create meaningful, lasting change.

Starting therapy is a big step, and it’s natural to feel unsure about what to expect. At Mindful Changes, I believe finding the right therapist is about building a connection that feels safe, supportive, and understanding. To help you feel more at ease, I’ve outlined our approach and what you can expect as we move through this process together.

Initial Contact

You can get in touch through this website, by email, phone, or SMS. You’re welcome to share a little about what brings you to therapy, or simply let me know you’d like to connect. I will then reply to your enquiry within a couple of days to arrange a convenient time for an introductory call.

Introductory Call

We will collaboratively arrange a brief 15-minute call to answer questions and see if working together feels like a good fit. If you decide to continue, you’ll receive a welcome pack with key information, and together agree on a regular time to meet, either online or in person.

Assessment

In the early stage of therapy, we usually spend 4–6 sessions exploring what has brought you here, what you hope to gain, and how we might best support you. These sessions are about beginning to build a trusting connection while developing an understanding of your situation — both in the present and from your past.

Ongoing Therapy

Once regular sessions begin, we will explore your thoughts, feelings, and patterns at a pace that feels comfortable and meaningful. This stage is collaborative and flexible, focusing on creating the changes you’ve agreed to work toward together.

Closing

When the time feels right, we’ll work together to plan a thoughtful ending. This may happen gradually or as part of a more structured process, with space to reflect on your progress, what you’ve learned, and the steps ahead. You’ll also be supported in carrying these insights and strategies into your everyday life, helping you continue your growth beyond our sessions.

I currently have availability within my practice and welcome new enquiries.

I work with individuals both online and face-to-face, with in-person sessions available at Moorside Therapy Room in Oldham.

My working hours are Mondays - Fridays, 9:00am – 8:00pm. I aim to offer flexible appointments within these times to accommodate different schedules, including daytime and evening sessions.

If you are interested in starting therapy, please feel free to get in touch to discuss availability and arrange an initial appointment.

Hi, I’m James. I see therapy as a mindful, relational process that supports meaningful change. Part of this involves embracing a paradox—sometimes the work isn’t about changing how you feel, especially with experiences like grief or isolation, but about giving those feelings space to be explored and understood. I offer a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space where you can reflect, gain clarity, and begin to move forward.

My approach is primarily humanistic and person-centred, meaning you are at the centre of the work. I integrate psychodynamic, existential, and cognitive behavioural approaches where helpful, allowing therapy to be flexible and responsive to you.

Alongside warmth and support, I place value on honesty and depth. This may include gentle challenge or thoughtful questioning, helping you to explore patterns that might otherwise go unnoticed. At times, we may focus on what is happening in the here-and-now between us, using the therapeutic relationship itself to better understand how you relate to yourself and others.

I have a strong interest in helping clients develop a more compassionate relationship with themselves. This can include inner child work and techniques such as two-chair dialogue, offering space to explore difficult or conflicting parts of your experience. I also draw on existential ideas, exploring themes such as isolation, meaning, and life’s uncertainties.

My academic interests focus on systemic, cultural, and diagnostic influences on mental health. I am particularly drawn to how these forces can shape identity, distress, and the ways we come to understand ourselves. Where relevant, I welcome open exploration of how your environment, context, and wider systems may have impacted your experiences.

At the heart of my work is relationship. Not as an expert telling you what to do, but as a real person working alongside you—supporting you to make sense of your experiences, recognise your strengths, and create meaningful, lasting change.

Starting therapy is a big step, and it’s natural to feel unsure about what to expect. At Mindful Changes, I believe finding the right therapist is about building a connection that feels safe, supportive, and understanding. To help you feel more at ease, I’ve outlined our approach and what you can expect as we move through this process together.

Initial Contact

You can get in touch through this website, by email, phone, or SMS. You’re welcome to share a little about what brings you to therapy, or simply let me know you’d like to connect. I will then reply to your enquiry within a couple of days to arrange a convenient time for an introductory call.

Introductory Call

We will collaboratively arrange a brief 15-minute call to answer questions and see if working together feels like a good fit. If you decide to continue, you’ll receive a welcome pack with key information, and together agree on a regular time to meet, either online or in person.

Assessment

In the early stage of therapy, we usually spend 4–6 sessions exploring what has brought you here, what you hope to gain, and how we might best support you. These sessions are about beginning to build a trusting connection while developing an understanding of your situation — both in the present and from your past.

Ongoing Therapy

Once regular sessions begin, we will explore your thoughts, feelings, and patterns at a pace that feels comfortable and meaningful. This stage is collaborative and flexible, focusing on creating the changes you’ve agreed to work toward together.

Closing

When the time feels right, we’ll work together to plan a thoughtful ending. This may happen gradually or as part of a more structured process, with space to reflect on your progress, what you’ve learned, and the steps ahead. You’ll also be supported in carrying these insights and strategies into your everyday life, helping you continue your growth beyond our sessions.

I currently have availability within my practice and welcome new enquiries.

I work with individuals both online and face-to-face, with in-person sessions available at Moorside Therapy Room in Oldham.

My working hours are Mondays - Fridays, 9:00am – 8:00pm. I aim to offer flexible appointments within these times to accommodate different schedules, including daytime and evening sessions.

If you are interested in starting therapy, please feel free to get in touch to discuss availability and arrange an initial appointment.

Hi, I’m James. I see therapy as a mindful, relational process that supports meaningful change. Part of this involves embracing a paradox—sometimes the work isn’t about changing how you feel, especially with experiences like grief or isolation, but about giving those feelings space to be explored and understood. I offer a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space where you can reflect, gain clarity, and begin to move forward.

My approach is primarily humanistic and person-centred, meaning you are at the centre of the work. I integrate psychodynamic, existential, and cognitive behavioural approaches where helpful, allowing therapy to be flexible and responsive to you.

Alongside warmth and support, I place value on honesty and depth. This may include gentle challenge or thoughtful questioning, helping you to explore patterns that might otherwise go unnoticed. At times, we may focus on what is happening in the here-and-now between us, using the therapeutic relationship itself to better understand how you relate to yourself and others.

I have a strong interest in helping clients develop a more compassionate relationship with themselves. This can include inner child work and techniques such as two-chair dialogue, offering space to explore difficult or conflicting parts of your experience. I also draw on existential ideas, exploring themes such as isolation, meaning, and life’s uncertainties.

My academic interests focus on systemic, cultural, and diagnostic influences on mental health. I am particularly drawn to how these forces can shape identity, distress, and the ways we come to understand ourselves. Where relevant, I welcome open exploration of how your environment, context, and wider systems may have impacted your experiences.

At the heart of my work is relationship. Not as an expert telling you what to do, but as a real person working alongside you—supporting you to make sense of your experiences, recognise your strengths, and create meaningful, lasting change.

Starting therapy is a big step, and it’s natural to feel unsure about what to expect. At Mindful Changes, I believe finding the right therapist is about building a connection that feels safe, supportive, and understanding. To help you feel more at ease, I’ve outlined our approach and what you can expect as we move through this process together.

Initial Contact

You can get in touch through this website, by email, phone, or SMS. You’re welcome to share a little about what brings you to therapy, or simply let me know you’d like to connect. I will then reply to your enquiry within a couple of days to arrange a convenient time for an introductory call.

Introductory Call

We will collaboratively arrange a brief 15-minute call to answer questions and see if working together feels like a good fit. If you decide to continue, you’ll receive a welcome pack with key information, and together agree on a regular time to meet, either online or in person.

Assessment

In the early stage of therapy, we usually spend 4–6 sessions exploring what has brought you here, what you hope to gain, and how we might best support you. These sessions are about beginning to build a trusting connection while developing an understanding of your situation — both in the present and from your past.

Ongoing Therapy

Once regular sessions begin, we will explore your thoughts, feelings, and patterns at a pace that feels comfortable and meaningful. This stage is collaborative and flexible, focusing on creating the changes you’ve agreed to work toward together.

Closing

When the time feels right, we’ll work together to plan a thoughtful ending. This may happen gradually or as part of a more structured process, with space to reflect on your progress, what you’ve learned, and the steps ahead. You’ll also be supported in carrying these insights and strategies into your everyday life, helping you continue your growth beyond our sessions.

I currently have availability within my practice and welcome new enquiries.

I work with individuals both online and face-to-face, with in-person sessions available at Moorside Therapy Room in Oldham.

My working hours are Mondays - Fridays, 9:00am – 8:00pm. I aim to offer flexible appointments within these times to accommodate different schedules, including daytime and evening sessions.

If you are interested in starting therapy, please feel free to get in touch to discuss availability and arrange an initial appointment.

Hi, I’m James. I see therapy as a mindful, relational process that supports meaningful change. Part of this involves embracing a paradox—sometimes the work isn’t about changing how you feel, especially with experiences like grief or isolation, but about giving those feelings space to be explored and understood. I offer a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space where you can reflect, gain clarity, and begin to move forward.

My approach is primarily humanistic and person-centred, meaning you are at the centre of the work. I integrate psychodynamic, existential, and cognitive behavioural approaches where helpful, allowing therapy to be flexible and responsive to you.

Alongside warmth and support, I place value on honesty and depth. This may include gentle challenge or thoughtful questioning, helping you to explore patterns that might otherwise go unnoticed. At times, we may focus on what is happening in the here-and-now between us, using the therapeutic relationship itself to better understand how you relate to yourself and others.

I have a strong interest in helping clients develop a more compassionate relationship with themselves. This can include inner child work and techniques such as two-chair dialogue, offering space to explore difficult or conflicting parts of your experience. I also draw on existential ideas, exploring themes such as isolation, meaning, and life’s uncertainties.

My academic interests focus on systemic, cultural, and diagnostic influences on mental health. I am particularly drawn to how these forces can shape identity, distress, and the ways we come to understand ourselves. Where relevant, I welcome open exploration of how your environment, context, and wider systems may have impacted your experiences.

At the heart of my work is relationship. Not as an expert telling you what to do, but as a real person working alongside you—supporting you to make sense of your experiences, recognise your strengths, and create meaningful, lasting change.

Starting therapy is a big step, and it’s natural to feel unsure about what to expect. At Mindful Changes, I believe finding the right therapist is about building a connection that feels safe, supportive, and understanding. To help you feel more at ease, I’ve outlined our approach and what you can expect as we move through this process together.

Initial Contact

You can get in touch through this website, by email, phone, or SMS. You’re welcome to share a little about what brings you to therapy, or simply let me know you’d like to connect. I will then reply to your enquiry within a couple of days to arrange a convenient time for an introductory call.

Introductory Call

We will collaboratively arrange a brief 15-minute call to answer questions and see if working together feels like a good fit. If you decide to continue, you’ll receive a welcome pack with key information, and together agree on a regular time to meet, either online or in person.

Assessment

In the early stage of therapy, we usually spend 4–6 sessions exploring what has brought you here, what you hope to gain, and how we might best support you. These sessions are about beginning to build a trusting connection while developing an understanding of your situation — both in the present and from your past.

Ongoing Therapy

Once regular sessions begin, we will explore your thoughts, feelings, and patterns at a pace that feels comfortable and meaningful. This stage is collaborative and flexible, focusing on creating the changes you’ve agreed to work toward together.

Closing

When the time feels right, we’ll work together to plan a thoughtful ending. This may happen gradually or as part of a more structured process, with space to reflect on your progress, what you’ve learned, and the steps ahead. You’ll also be supported in carrying these insights and strategies into your everyday life, helping you continue your growth beyond our sessions.