Individual counselling · Online or in person in Stockport

Online counselling in Stockport, with a choice about how we meet.

You may know what you want to talk about, or simply feel that something is not right. I offer a private, supportive space to explore what is happening, at your pace.

I’m Patrick, an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist based in Stockport. I offer both online and face-to-face individual counselling, so we can talk through which format may suit you.

Enquire about a free initial call

Approximately 15 minutes by telephone.

Patrick J Breheny smiling, wearing a blue shirt
Patrick J BrehenyIntegrative counsellor and psychotherapistBSc (Hons) in Therapeutic Counselling; MBACP (Accred.); NCPS Accredited Registrant; EMDR-trained
Session length
50 minutes
Individual session
£70
Ways to meet
Online or face to face
Choosing a format

Online or face to face: what might help you decide?

Both options are individual counselling with me. The difference is how and where we meet. There is no single right choice, and we can discuss the practicalities during the initial call.

Online counselling

Online sessions may suit you if meeting remotely fits your circumstances and you have a private place where you can speak without interruption.

  • You will need a suitable device and reliable internet connection.
  • I will confirm the joining arrangements before the first session.
  • You can attend from a private setting that feels workable for you.

Face-to-face counselling

Face-to-face individual counselling is available from my practice in Stockport.

  • We meet in person for a 50-minute individual session.
  • The same £70 individual-session fee applies.
  • You can ask practical questions about attending during the initial call.
A simple starting point

You do not need to decide before you enquire.

A free initial telephone consultation gives us approximately 15 minutes to discuss what has brought you to counselling, practical questions and whether working together may feel right for you. You can also ask about current availability.

Talk through the options
Support 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.

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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

Before you choose how to meet.

Is the counselling itself different online?

Both formats provide individual counselling with me. My integrative approach is shaped around you rather than a fixed formula. Privacy, comfort with the format and the practical arrangements can all be considered during the initial call.

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 need to commit during the initial call?

No. The call is an opportunity to discuss your enquiry, practical questions and whether working together may feel right for you.

Your next step

Would you like to talk it through?

A brief outline of what has brought you here and your preferred contact method are enough to start. Please do not include highly sensitive clinical details in an ordinary email.

Enquire about a free initial call

Read the full UK-wide online counselling service or compare individual counselling.