Zara Whiteley

I have a face to face clinic on Saturdays from 9am-2pm at Milton Hall, Deansgate/Central Manchester.

I also offer counselling by Zoom/Teams or telephone.

Here is my availability:

Tuesday - 7pm, 8pm

Wednesday - 7pm, 8pm

Thursday - 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm

Feeling overwhelmed, scattered, or like something's missing? Whether you're living with anxiety, ADHD, or grief, you're not alone. These struggles can appear as racing thoughts, restlessness, sadness, guilt, or numbness - affecting sleep, focus, relationships, and your sense of self.

You may be grieving a loved one, a breakup, or the life you imagined. Or maybe you're simply worn out from trying to hold it all together.

I'm Zara and I’m a therapist based in Manchester, working both face-to-face and online with adults and young people. I work with clients all over the world and specialise in supporting people with loss - including the loss of identity, direction, or the life you thought you'd have.

In therapy with me, you’ll find a calm space to slow down, be heard, and make sense of your feelings. We’ll explore how loss has shaped you and how to move forward with clarity and meaning.

Clients often feel lighter and more grounded after sessions. If this resonates, I invite you to a free, low-pressure intro call to see if we’re a good fit.

Qualifications:

MSc Counselling and Psychotherapy

Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work

Certificate in Trauma-Focused Therapy

BA (Honours) Philosophy and Psychological Studies

Level 3 Diploma in Counselling

Before your first session, I'll send you a form to fill in and a contract. The contract is for your information only, you do not need to sign this until after your first session (if you choose to continue therapy). This means we can spend the full session on what matters to you instead of going through paperwork.

I offer appointments by video/telephone call.

My availability is:

Tuesday - 7pm, 8pm

Wednesday - 7pm, 8pm

Thursday - 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm

Sunday - 10am, 11am, 6pm, 7pm, 8pm

Are you struggling with grief, loss, or a deep sense that something is missing? Whether you're mourning the death of a loved one, facing the end of a relationship, or navigating a life transition that’s left you feeling lost - you're not alone. Grief isn't just about death. It can show up as sadness, anxiety, anger, numbness, or even guilt. It can affect your sleep, relationships, and sense of purpose. And sometimes, it can feel like the world has moved on while you’re stuck in a place you didn’t choose to be.

I'm Zara and I’m a therapist based in Manchester, working both face-to-face and online with adults and young people. I specialise in supporting people through bereavement and all forms of loss — including the loss of identity, direction, or the life you thought you'd have.

In therapy with me, you won’t be given a list of things to fix or change. Instead, you’ll find a space where you can slow down, be heard, and begin to make sense of what you're feeling, at your own pace. We’ll explore who you are now, how loss has shaped you, and what it means to move forward when the future feels uncertain.

Clients often tell me they feel lighter after sessions - more grounded, more themselves. Together, we can gently uncover your inner resources and rebuild a sense of meaning, even in the midst of heartache.

If this resonates with you, I invite you to get in touch for a free 15 minute consult call. It’s a chance for us to connect and see whether working together feels right for you.