New Mills Counselling

Cath Townley, Psychotherapist

Providing individual and couples therapy

People who I see in my psychotherapy practice often tell me they feel more confident, calmer, and have improved relationships as a result of therapy. They also tell me they feel more in control and able to cope with future challenges.

About Cath Townley and New Mills Counselling

About

I am a qualified and experienced Counsellor, Integrative Psychotherapist (Transactional Analysis), Clinical Supervisor, Trainer, and a former Registered Nurse.

What can I help with?

If you recognise any of the statements below then it is highly likely you will find therapy beneficial:

  • I am afraid of my feelings and I feel stuck

  • I seem to always end up losing relationships

  • I find it difficult to relate to people or to make friends

  • I feel I keep letting people down

  • I work so hard to please others and avoid conflict

  • I usually blame myself for relationship problems

  • I feel depressed or anxious

  • I have lost someone close to me and I can’t seem to function

  • I have experienced trauma, sexual abuse or rape

  • I find it difficult to relax or to stop worrying

  • I feel that my problem is not serious enough to ask for help

  • I always feel stressed and notice symptoms of physical tension

  • I notice that the same problem or pattern of behaviour keeps happening

  • I have experienced a recent life change which has put a strain on my relationship

  • I have an unhealthy relationship with food, sex, drugs or alcohol

My Services

Therapy and Counselling in New Mills, High Peak

In-person and online

I’m based in New Mills, on the edge of the beautiful Peak District. Unable to visit in person? No problem – I offer online sessions too.

Testimonials

  • "Thankyou for your brilliant guidance and listening ears in the last couple of years. It’s been massively beneficial and I often reflect on many of the talks and thoughts we have shared during this time, I’ve learnt much and grown loads as an individual and a father as a result"

    Mr P (marriage difficulties) March 2022

  • “I feel I am wrapped in a blanket of love. My self-worth has improved and I am able to be OK in the world living in the present without burden of the past or worry about the future. You have done so much for me. Thank you”

    Mrs P (bereavement) January 2020

  • “I wanted to send you this photo of me at the airport. I flew yesterday! I had a day out in Amsterdam and took the flights completely in my stride. Coming to see you was one of the best decisions I have ever made. Thank you so much for the work you did with me. It’s amazing to see how far I’ve come over the last few months and I’m so grateful to you.”

    Miss K (Phobia – fear of flying) November 2019

  • "The time, support, understanding and non-judgement you have shown me over the last few weeks has been invaluable. As well as your knowledge and expertise. I’m fully aware you must deal with a lot in your day to day, and the fact that I feel listened to and encouraged to grow, speaks volumes about the energy, compassion and empathy you have. Thank you.”

    Mr S (OCD / severe anxiety) March 2019

  • “Cath helped me to open my eyes and open my mind. I will always remember how she helped me turn my life around!”

    Mr. I, counselling client with severe social anxiety

  • “Cath listened and understood. I cried mostly through relief that at long last this was something different. Cath’s sincerity is a given. I trust her – a major issue for me. At the beginning of the programme I was asked to set at least one goal. I set two but achieved so much more. I have not had one single panic attack since starting.”

    Mrs A, counselling client with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

  • “Dear Cath, I’ve felt moved to write this short letter to express my appreciation for the care and kindness you have shown. Knowing that you are there for me has allowed me to relax.”

    Mrs I, counselling client with severe anxiety

  • “Dear Cath, I would like to thank you for all your help, guidance and support.”

    Mrs L, bereavement client

  • “Cath demonstrates compassion, professionalism and a desire to make a difference to the lives of those she comes into contact with. I can testify to her honesty, commitment, compassion and humility. She is a rare individual, full of integrity, honesty and an amazing ability to deliver feedback in a simple and understandable way.”

    Mr H, Company Director

  • “Cath’s client had been housebound, suffering from pain & diminished range of movement that had led to fatigue, anger, anxiety, depression and suicidal ideation. With Cath’s care, help, wide-ranging techniques and empathic expertise, the same client took the first steps towards employment as a telephone support counsellor to help others.”

    Rehabilitation First Award Testimonial

  • “Dear Cath, Just wanted to say its been a pleasure working with you and thank you for everything you had done for me both on a personal and professional level. I am now managing a busy trauma and orthopaedic unit as an occupational therapist and can’t believe it. I will keep in touch”

    Mrs L, coaching client

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