How do I make the case for workplace counselling internally?

Deloitte's 2024 research puts the cost of poor mental health to UK employers at £51 billion per year. A Team Block at £1,920 costs less than a single day of lost productivity across a small team. We can provide a business case summary on request.

Workplace counselling in Manchester your people will actually use.

Q: What is workplace counselling?

Workplace counselling is confidential, professional therapy funded by an employer. Our service connects each employee with a named, BACP-accredited therapist for a structured course of sessions — not a helpline or signposting service.

Q: How is this different from an EAP?

EAPs typically direct callers to self-help resources with usage rates of 3 to 5%. We provide genuine BACP-accredited therapy with a named therapist, matched by our Director, with fast access to a first appointment.

Q: Can my employer pay for therapy in Manchester?

Yes. Greater Manchester employers can fund therapy through our session block model. Your organisation purchases sessions upfront and employees access them as needed. No HR involvement is required for self-referrals.

Q: Will my employer know I am having therapy?

No. Sessions are strictly confidential. Your employer receives only anonymised reporting on block usage — never who accessed sessions or what was discussed.

Q: How quickly can an employee be seen?

We aim to confirm a named therapist and first appointment within days of the Therapy Advisory Call. There is no waiting list.

Workplace counselling your people will actually use.

Manchester Counselling provides managed workplace counselling for businesses and organisations across Greater Manchester. Every employee gets a dedicated therapist and a first appointment within days.

Manchester Counselling provides managed workplace counselling for businesses and organisations across Greater Manchester.

Employee self-referral

Make an employer enquiry

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Qualified therapists across Manchester

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Active clients in therapy

Dedicated therapist for each client

In-person or online appointments

Begin therapy in days, not weeks

Free Therapy Advisory call

workplace counselling

Good mental health support is good business.

The evidence is clear. When employees have access to real, professional counselling, the benefits flow in every direction — fewer sick days, stronger retention, greater focus, and a workplace culture that people want to be part of.

Deloitte's 2024 research shows that UK employers investing in mental health see an average return of £4.70 for every £1 spent. Supporting your people is not a cost. It is an investment with a clear return.

Matthew Landers - Qualified therapist offering CBT and counselling in Manchester

Manchester-based therapist providing trauma and relationship counselling

Fabian Wood - Experienced counsellor and therapist in Manchester for adults and couples

Andrea Szentgyorgyi - Therapist offering psychotherapy and counselling in Manchester

£4.70

Returned for every £1 invested in workplace mental health support.

Source: Deloitte, 2024 ↗

£51bn

Lost annually by UK employers through presenteeism, absenteeism, and staff turnover linked to poor mental health.

Source: Deloitte, 2024 ↗

3x more

likely to stay and go the extra mile — employees who experience high wellbeing at work.

Source: Great Place to Work UK, 2024 ↗

Why Manchester Counselling

Counselling your people will trust.

Behind every session is a real therapist who knows your employee by name

Local

Manchester-based

In-person sessions available across Greater Manchester, with online available for employees who prefer it.

Access

Begin in days

Most employees receive a confirmed therapist and first appointment within a few days of their Advisory Call.

Expertise

Local experts

Every therapist is registered or accredited. Qualified, supervised, and held to a published ethical standard.

How it works

A simple, human process from start to finish.

From the moment your organisation purchases a session block, our Manchester counselling team takes care of everything. Your employees receive a seamless, confidential experience from the very first contact.

Step 1

Partner with Manchester Counselling

Choose a session block that suits your team size and purchase it upfront. No subscriptions, no per-head fees, no lock-in. A named account contact will be assigned and your employees can begin accessing the service straight away.

Enquire for your organisation

Step 2

Referral management

HR can refer an employee directly, or employees can self-refer once they know the benefit exists. No HR involvement is required for self-referrals. Either way, we handle everything from the first contact. You receive account-level reporting only.

Make an employee self-referral

Step 3

Therapist match & appointment offer

Every employee starts with a personal Therapy Advisory Call with our Director. It is a confidential conversation to understand their needs, preferences and availability. We then confirm a named therapist and offer a first appointment. No waiting list.

Step 4

Sessions begin

Weekly sessions take place in-person in Manchester or online via secure video, drawn from your pre-purchased block. We notify your account holder at 20% remaining so there are never any gaps in support.

Why Manchester Counselling

Counselling your people will trust.

Behind every session is a real therapist who knows your employee by name

Local

Manchester-based

In-person sessions available across Greater Manchester, with online available for employees who prefer it.

Access

Begin in days

Most employees receive a confirmed therapist and first appointment within a few days of their Advisory Call.

Expertise

Local experts

Every therapist is registered or accredited. Qualified, supervised, and held to a published ethical standard.

How it works

A simple, human process from start to finish.

Step 1

Partner with Manchester Counselling

Enquire for your organisation

Step 2

Referral management

Make an employee self-referral

Step 3

Therapist match & appointment offer

Step 4

Sessions begin

Why Manchester Counselling

Counselling your people will trust.

Behind every session is a real therapist who knows your employee by name

Local

Manchester-based

In-person sessions available across Greater Manchester, with online available for employees who prefer it.

Access

Begin in days

Most employees receive a confirmed therapist and first appointment within a few days of their Advisory Call.

Expertise

Local experts

Every therapist is registered or accredited. Qualified, supervised, and held to a published ethical standard.

How it works

A simple, human process from start to finish.

Step 1

Partner with Manchester Counselling

Enquire for your organisation

Step 2

Referral management

Begin employee self-referral

Step 3

Therapist match & appointment offer

Step 4

Sessions begin

Get in touch

Make an enquiry or an employee self-referral.

Make an enquiry or employee self-referral.

Whether you're setting up the service or accessing it as an employee, we'd love to hear from you.

Session Plans

Choose the right plan for your team.

All sessions are £80 for 50 minutes, delivered in-person or online. Blocks are invoiced upfront, no monthly subscriptions and no hidden costs. Every block includes the Therapy Advisory Call for each employee who accesses the service.

Starter Plan

6 Sessions

One-time payment

£480

Supports one employee through a full course

Therapy Advisory Call included

In-person or online

Best for smaller employers or a first purchase

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Trusted by Manchester employers across every sector.

Whether you have 10 employees or 500, we have a session block to suit your organisation.

Businesses & SMEs

Any size, any sector

Schools & Academies

Staff wellbeing support

Multi-Academy Trusts

Across multiple sites

Charities & Non-profits

Across multiple sites

GP Practices & Healthcare

Across multiple sites

Professional Services

Across multiple sites

All therapists are members or accredited practitioners of one of the following professional bodies.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions.

What is workplace counselling?

Workplace counselling is professional, confidential therapy provided to employees as a benefit funded by their employer. Our service connects each employee with a named, consistent BACP-accredited therapist for a structured course of sessions. Not a helpline. Not a signposting service.

How is this different from an EAP?

A standard EAP typically directs callers to self-help resources, with usage rates of around 3 to 5%. Our service provides genuine BACP-accredited therapy with a named therapist, personal matching by our Director, and fast access to a first appointment. Your employees receive therapy, not a referral elsewhere.

Can my employer pay for therapy in Manchester?

Yes. Many Greater Manchester employers fund therapy directly for their staff through our session block model. Your organisation purchases a block of sessions upfront and employees access them as needed. If your employer has told you this benefit is available, contact us directly. No HR involvement is required.

Will my employer know I am having therapy?

No. The content of every session is strictly confidential. Your employer receives only anonymised, aggregate reporting on block usage. They will never know who has accessed sessions or what was discussed.

How quickly can an employee be seen?

We aim to confirm a named therapist and a first appointment within days of the Therapy Advisory Call. There is no waiting list.

How do I make the case for this internally?

This is often the most important question. The short answer: the numbers do the work. Deloitte's 2024 research puts the cost of poor mental health to UK employers at £51 billion per year, with presenteeism alone accounting for £24 billion. A Team Block at £1,920 costs less than a single day of lost productivity across a small team. We are happy to provide a one-page summary of the business case to share with your finance team or senior leadership. Just ask when you enquire.