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Welcome to Talking Spaces

The Counselling Specialist For Men's Mental Health

Talking Spaces Counselling is an accessible counselling specialist service for men’s mental health.

About Us

Empowering men to navigate life's challenges with confidence and clarity

Talking Spaces Counselling is an accessible counselling specialist service for men’s mental health, available in person or via Zoom counselling. We offer help and support for a wide range of mental health issues such as anger management, gambling problems, substance misuse, anxiety, depression, bereavement and loss, post traumatic stress disorder, domestic abuse, gender identity issues, social anxiety, stress and burnout, divorce, sexual performance anxiety and relationship counselling.

Our Services

Contact Us For Help & Support Today

Counselling For Men

My speciality and passion are working with men's mental health.

Gay Affirmative Therapy

Talking Spaces Counselling is an accessible counselling specialist service for Gay Affirmative Therapy.

Low Cost Counselling

Low cost counselling is delivered by students in their final year of counselling studies.

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Meet The Therapist

Andrew is a fully qualified therapeutic counsellor/psychotherapist and the founder of Talking Spaces Counselling.

“My speciality and passion is working with men’s mental health. In my clinical work I often come across men who have previously tried counselling in good faith, only to find that they did not receive appropriate, respectful or useful help and support.

Pricing Plans

Our Services & Plans

In-Person Counselling Session

£ 70 / 50 Minutes

Zoom Counselling Session

£ 60 / 50 Minutes

In-Person Counselling Session

£ 42 / 30 Minutes

Zoom Counselling Session

£ 36 / 30 Minutes

Session Times

Book Online Today Or Contact Us

In person sessions take place at our office in Warrior Park, Seaton Carew, Hartlepool.

Monday - Friday

11.00 – 19.00

Testimonials

Satisfied Clients

Katie Andrews

Andrew creates a warm and empathic environment which enabled me to feel safe when working through challenging emotions. Being the only male counsellor in Hartlepool so far, he offers an authentic space for people to figure out their thoughts and feelings without judgment or opinions.

Abbie Measor

Andy has really helped me understand and process my feelings. I feel like it’s a safe space to be honest about how I feel and that he will challenge my perception of events where necessary. I would highly recommend Andy

    FAQs

    Frequently asked questions

    Find answers to commonly asked questions about our counseling services and what to expect during your journey towards healing and growth

    We offer counselling to all genders aged 13 and above. As a service we specialise in men’s mental health as well as Gay Affirmative Therapy, however, we are trained and here to support everyone.

    If you feel you would like to talk to someone away from your family or friends. A counsellor can help you work through issues or problems you are experiencing and any mental health concerns.
    Each session is client-led and specifically tailored to you. Depending on your reasons for seeking counselling they may be more reflective or directional depending on your needs.
    Your first session can be paid for by bank transfer or card payment via square payments. Thereafter each session is paid for one week in advance. This is either via bank transfer or card payment at the end of each session.

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