Bridget Mooney Counselling Services

07/05/2026

Lot's of really helpful tips around Ketamine use. Likewise Sheffield

23/04/2026

Let's Talk About Ket Conference.1 in 10 15 year olds have tried Ketamine...The stats are staggering and on the rise. If you suspect your child or someone you know needs support please reach out. There is help and it could make all the difference.

20/04/2026

There's always so much to learn... Last week was all about getting up close and personal with Substance Abuse over at Derbyshire Addictions Advice Service.- Would you know what to look for in your loved ones?
And, a top up of Transactional Analysis, a modality of counselling I've found in my practise can be really helpful-over at 28 High Street.
If you're worried about anything, please get in touch.

30/03/2026

In February, I completed an Open University online course on working therapeutically with trans (including non-binary) people.

While reading April’s edition of Therapy Today, I was really pleased to see the course referenced and endorsed by the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy).

It’s a free course, and I’d highly recommend it to fellow practitioners who want to deepen their understanding and offer more inclusive, affirming support.

In my practice, whoever you are and whatever brings you to therapy, you will be met with warmth, respect, and without judgement. Your story matters — and I’m here to listen and support you. Message me for a free initial conversation.

24/03/2026

Now working in Altricham as well as from my home office in Whitehough, High Peak.
Call 07510659544 or message me to arrange a free 15 minute no obligation telephone conversation to see how we might work together.
No matter what is troubling you, I'm here to help.

10/02/2026

"I was a very strong woman who was in love with a deeply troubled man'"...

If anything said in this Ted Talk resonates please get in touch. My free fifteen minute initial calls are confidential.

When you share your story, you are no longer alone.

09/02/2026

When my son was in primary school, he was bullied.

He was a calm, gentle child and was often seated next to children who struggled within the school environment. When he told me that another child was deliberately hurting him, I contacted the school. They tried to help — but despite their efforts, the situation didn’t change.

Shortly after, I made a decision that wasn't easy but was necessary. I contacted the other child’s parent.

Their child was frequently disruptive, and I had noticed how quickly other parents judged — how easily a narrative forms when a child doesn’t fit neatly into expectations. While it is deeply distressing when your child is on the receiving end of harmful behaviour, it is also painful when your child is the one who is excluded, labelled, or misunderstood.

As a parent the phrase “it takes a village to raise a child” had deeply resonated with me and my instinct was simple: both children mattered. They were children — still learning, still developing, still deserving of care.

It took courage to make that phone call and to say, calmly and respectfully, “Your child is hurting mine.” I didn’t know how it would be received, but I knew it mattered that I tried. I wanted to show my son what respectful conflict resolution looks like — that we can set boundaries without villainising, and seek understanding without excusing harm.

Every child grows into an adult who carries their childhood wounds and triumphs with them. Those experiences quietly shape how they relate, cope, and show up in the world.

This belief sits at the heart of my work as a counsellor.

I hold space for complexity. I believe accountability and compassion can exist together. I work from the understanding that behaviour has meaning, that people are more than their most difficult moments, and that healing happens when we feel seen rather than judged.

When we care for every child, every client, every story — we are caring for the future we all share.

19/01/2026

08/01/2026

To help have a better understanding of your health and wellbeing Marella is offering this drop in workshop on how to access the NHS app.

We are delighted to working with Goyt Valley Medical Practice, The Bureau, Glossop and PCrefurb to put on this event. PLEASE PLEASE share with anyone you know who would benefit from some help with the NHS app- its a game changer!