Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Trusted Therapy Partner in Manchester
All Ears Counselling & Therapy has been providing professional psychotherapy and counselling services in Manchester since 2011. Founded by Natalie James, a qualified Transactional Analysis Psychotherapist and Counsellor, we specialise in helping individuals and couples overcome life's challenges through evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Our practice combines extensive clinical training with personal lived experience of therapy's transformative power. We offer tailored support for anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and self-development, grounded in 13 years of experience in health and social care. Our therapeutic approach integrates Transactional Analysis, CBT, and Imago Relationship Therapy, with particular expertise in working with neurodivergent clients and the LGBTQIA+ community.The therapy room in Levenshulme provides a safe, private space for self-exploration, complemented by sessions at The Didsbury Counselling & Therapy Centre. We maintain strict professional standards through regular supervision, ongoing personal therapy, and adherence to BACP ethical guidelines. Our commitment to continuous development ensures clients receive contemporary, effective therapeutic interventions. The practice's philosophy centres on empowering clients to build better relationships with themselves and others, fostering lasting positive change through a collaborative therapeutic partnership.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Transactional Analysis
Counselling
Psychotherapy
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- 13 years' experience in health and social care sector
- Specialist training in Imago Relationship Therapy and Transactional Analysis
- LGBTQIA+ allied therapist with community experience
- Registered with BACP and UKCP professional bodies
- Ongoing personal therapy and supervision commitment
Associations and certifications
- British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
- United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP)
Services
Individual Therapy
Tailored psychotherapy for personal development and mental health challenges. Addresses anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and life transitions through evidence-based approaches. Combines Transactional Analysis and CBT techniques to foster self-awareness and positive change.
Couples Therapy
Specialist relationship counselling using Imago techniques to improve communication. Addresses conflict patterns, connection issues, and trust rebuilding. Helps couples develop healthier dynamics and mutual understanding through structured therapeutic interventions.
Transactional Analysis
Specialist approach examining personality structures and relational patterns. Helps clients understand how past experiences influence present behaviour. Uses Eric Berne's framework to identify and modify unhelpful interaction patterns for improved relationships.
Counselling
Supportive space to explore current challenges and emotional difficulties. Focuses on present-day issues while acknowledging past influences. Provides practical tools for managing stress, anxiety, and life transitions through collaborative therapeutic work.
Psychotherapy
Longer-term therapeutic process addressing deep-seated patterns and mental health conditions. Integrates various evidence-based approaches to explore complex issues. Aims to create lasting behavioural and emotional changes through increased self-awareness and understanding.
People
Natalie James
Therapist & Counsellor
Qualified Transactional Analysis Psychotherapist with 13 years' experience in health and social care. Specialises in relationship therapy and neurodiversity support. Registered with BACP and UKCP professional bodies. Combines clinical expertise with personal therapy experience since 2006.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I integrate Transactional Analysis, CBT, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, and Imago Relationship Therapy techniques tailored to each client's needs.
Do you offer online therapy sessions?
Yes, online couples therapy sessions are available across the UK alongside in-person sessions in Manchester.
What are your qualifications?
I hold a Diploma in Transactional Psychotherapy and am registered with BACP and UKCP professional bodies.
How long are therapy sessions?
Individual sessions last 50 minutes while couples therapy sessions are 60 minutes in duration.
Can therapy help with relationship issues?
Yes, I specialise in relationship therapy using Imago techniques to improve communication and connection.
