What you can share
A brief outline of what has brought you to counselling is enough.
- You do not need a diagnosis.
- You do not need to have everything in the right words.
- You can say which practical questions matter to you.
Individual counselling · Online for people in Rochdale
Online counselling from Rochdale, starting with a conversation before you decide.
Making an enquiry does not mean committing to counselling. The first step is a short telephone conversation in which you can outline what has brought you here and ask practical questions.
I’m Patrick, an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist based in Stockport. I offer online individual counselling across the UK, including for people in Rochdale, and I speak with you directly during the initial call.
Enquire about a free initial callApproximately 15 minutes by telephone.
- Session length
- 50 minutes
- Individual session
- £70
- Rochdale sessions
- Online
Practical fit
What is the initial call for?
The free telephone consultation lasts approximately 15 minutes. It is not a counselling session. It gives us a brief, direct conversation before you decide whether you want to begin.
What you can ask
You can ask about my approach, the online format and the arrangements for a session.
- Online sessions last 50 minutes and cost £70.
- You will need privacy, a suitable device and reliable internet.
- You do not need to commit during the call.
Before the first session
Decide after we have spoken.
The call lets us consider whether working together may feel right for you. If you decide to continue, I confirm how we will meet and provide the joining information before the first online session.
Enquire about an initial callSupport shaped around you
A conversation with a person, not a fixed formula.
I work in a humanistic, integrative way, with warmth, empathy and respect for your experience. I draw on Person-Centred counselling, Transactional Analysis and CBT where they fit your needs. The relationship we build is central to the work.
Counselling can begin with a particular concern, a difficult experience or a feeling you cannot yet put into words. You do not need a diagnosis or a polished explanation before getting in touch.
More about me and my approach →You might want to talk about
- Anxiety, worry or low mood
- Self-esteem and relationships
- Trauma or distressing experiences
- Addiction recovery
- Bereavement, loss or life changes
Professional standing
Qualified, accredited and committed to reflective practice.
When you contact PJB Therapy, you are enquiring about individual counselling with me, Patrick J Breheny.
The initial call gives us a chance to speak directly and consider whether working together may feel right for you.
BSc (Hons) in Therapeutic CounsellingMBACP (Accred.)NCPS Accredited Registrant
Practical questions
About the first conversation.
Is the initial call a counselling session?
No. It is a free telephone consultation lasting approximately 15 minutes. It is a chance to outline your enquiry, ask practical questions and speak with me before deciding.
What do I need for an online session?
You need a private place where you can speak without interruption, a suitable device and a reliable internet connection. I will confirm the joining arrangements before the first session.
How much does an individual session cost?
An individual counselling and psychotherapy session lasts 50 minutes and costs £70. The initial telephone consultation is free and lasts approximately 15 minutes. You can check the live fees page for current information.
Do I have to book a session afterwards?
No. The initial call does not commit you to counselling. You can decide what you want to do after we have spoken.
Your next step
Would you like to talk it through?
If you are in Rochdale and would like an initial conversation about online counselling, a brief outline and your preferred contact method are enough. Please do not include highly sensitive clinical details in an ordinary email.
Enquire about a free initial callRead the full UK-wide online counselling service or compare individual counselling.