Men’s Issues therapists in Bolton, England
Browse Men’s Issues therapists in Bolton, England, United Kingdom. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Lavinia May
Counsellor/Therapist, MNCPS (Acc.)
Hi, I'm Lavinia and I am a Psychotherapist, working with both individuals and couples. Part of LGBTQ+ Community. I have worked in Mental Heath services for over nine years , helping people manage their emotional health and wellbeing. I offer a safe non judgemental therapeutic environment for you to process your thoughts and feelings. Our sessions will be empowering, liberating and can even be life changing, giving you the opportunity to gain the confidence to make positive changes to uncover your full potential.
My therapy style is warm and interactive and the pace will always be set by you. I am passionate about delivering exceptional care and the promotion of emotional wellbeing, with extensive experience of working in a range of various settings including NHS, Corporate, and Private Practice.
I understand each person is unique&I tailor-make sessions for each individual I am working with.I work using both time limited sessions or open ended, allowing us to work as flexibly as you require. I want to acknowledge that beginning therapy is often a supreme act of courage,strength,and self-care. I’m so glad you’re here. Please feel welcome to reach out
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Bolton, ENG
Online in Bolton, England
Anne-Lynn Teoh
Registered Psychotherapist, MoPC, BPsych (Hons)
My research focuses on attachment, masculinity norms and men's help-seeking, which has shaped my understanding of the social expectations that can make support difficult to access. I work with men experiencing emotional shutdown, avoidance, anger, withdrawal, overwork, numbness or difficulty expressing emotions, particularly where these patterns affect relationships.
7 Years Experience
Online in Bolton, England
Dipak Jilka - Psychotherapist & Counsellor
Therapist, Psychotherapy & Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) – PACFA Reg. Clinical 26570
The word “man” is often assumed to simply mean someone with a penis. Yet being a man is shaped by powerful social expectations about strength, success, sexuality, emotional control and relationships. These messages can feel restrictive, confusing or overwhelming — particularly if you don’t naturally fit the traditional script.
Many people with male bodies struggle silently with the pressure to “be a certain kind of man.” This can show up as anxiety, anger, shame, depression, sexual difficulties, relationship problems or a persistent sense of not feeling enough. Often, these struggles are not about weakness, but about trying to live within expectations that don’t truly fit.
I offer a respectful, non-judgmental space where you can explore your own experience of masculinity — separate from cultural pressure or rigid definitions. Together, we can examine the beliefs you’ve inherited, understand how they may be shaping your life, and support you in developing a more grounded, authentic and emotionally connected way of being.
You don’t have to carry the weight of expectation alone. Therapy can be a place to rediscover who you are — not who you’ve been told to be.
6 Years Experience
Online in Bolton, England
Robert Thompson
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, UKCP, MBACP.
Whilst I welcome clients of all genders, I have a particular interest in working with men and masculinities.
10 Years Experience
Online in Bolton, England
Will Salter - Connected Man Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, ACA member, L2 IFS trained, Diploma of Counselling
Being a man can come with unique challenges that aren’t always easy to talk about. Whether you’re navigating relationships, questions of identity, emotions, or your sense of purpose, I offer a safe place to explore what’s really happening for you. You don’t have to carry it all on your own. If you’re ready to take a step toward understanding yourself more deeply, and find a way to move forward with clarity and purpose, I’m here to help
6 Years Experience
Online in Bolton, England (Online Only)
Bolton is a Greater Manchester town with a significant post-industrial heritage in cotton spinning and textiles, significant areas of deprivation alongside more prosperous suburban communities, and a diverse population including large South Asian Muslim communities, creating demand for culturally competent and faith-sensitive mental health care. NHS mental health services are delivered through Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, and a private therapy sector supplements provision for those who can access it. the University of Greater Manchester (formerly the University of Bolton) brings a student population and some counselling capacity, and the town's proximity to Manchester gives residents access to a broader range of private therapy services. Common therapy concerns include economic stress, anxiety, depression, and the identity and community belonging challenges faced across a diverse and economically varied population.
Men’s Issues therapists in Bolton, England Statistics
Men’s Issues therapists in Bolton, England average 15 years of experience and charge around ¤134 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Integrative Therapy (57%), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (54%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (46%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
¤134
Accept insurance
40%
Offer sliding scale
46%
Gender ID
| 53% |
Male |
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| 47% |
Female |
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Session Type
| 66% |
In Person and Online |
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| 34% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 57% | Integrative Therapy |
| 54% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 46% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 37% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 37% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 34% | Somatic Therapy |
| 29% | Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 69% | Senior |
| 66% | Young Adult |
| 43% | Teen |
| 14% | Children |
Client Focus
| 66% | Men |
| 63% | Women |
| 54% | LGBTQ+ |
| 40% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 34% | Asian |