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Your Time Counselling Services.
In person counselling and support for adults, children, young people and families in Bolton.
Online and phone counselling available nationally.
“ I specialise in working with adults, young people, children, and families, with particular experience working with neurodiversity, trauma, relationship and family difficulties, anxiety, low mood, confidence issues, loss, and the impact of crime and domestic abuse. I will listen to you. Together we can start to make sense, process and move forward, clients usually report improvements within around 6-8 weeks.” Alison Downs - Founder - Your Time Counselling Services.
About our founder: Alison Downs.
(BA Hons Degree Social Work and Welfare Studies, Post Graduate Diploma in Social Work, Post Qualifying BA Hons Degree in Advanced Social Work Practice, Practice Educator Qualification, Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, Parent Assess Trained and Freedom Programme Facilitator.)
"I have an up to date Enhanced DBS check and can be found on the DBS updating system. I hold an up to date first aid certificate. I am trained in safeguarding."
I offer a Person Centred personalised approach.
I am a qualified Therapeutic Counsellor, Freedom Programme facilitator and the founder of Your Time Counselling Services. Drawing upon years of supporting individuals through my background as a practicing Social Worker, I now specialise in providing dedicated therapeutic support to clients of all ages and backgrounds.. My practice is built upon the robust training received during my Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, supplemented by my deep understanding of complex social systems gained from my previous career. I have expertise working with clients who are neurodiverse or who are disabled. All of my work can be adapted to meet the specific needs of the client or your organisation.
You are in safe hands.
This dual experience allows me to offer a truly person-centred empathetic approach. I am passionate about creating a safe space where individuals can explore challenges and navigate paths toward improved well-being.I offer person‑centred counselling for adults, children, young people and families; who want a space that feels calm, safe, and genuinely supportive. I help people through many of life’s challenges such as low mood, stress, relationship worries, family pressures, the impact of crime & domestic abuse, adverse experiences, abuse and complex trauma, loss and grief.
Support tailored to you.
Your Time Counselling Services brings together everything I have learned professionally and personally to offer counselling that is tailored to each individual and what is important to them.
"I pride myself on offering immediate support, no waiting lists, no referrals - good quality accessible support at the point you need it. Click on the link below for a chat and to arrange your first appointment."
I provide counselling and support for a wide range of experiences....Meeting you exactly where you are.
Discover more about our extensive range of professional services. I constantly update this page, but if you still can’t find what you’re looking for, please feel free to get in touch with me. I will be more than happy to help.
Wellbeing:
•Anxiety, worry, and overwhelm
•Low mood, sadness, and depression
•Stress and burnout
•Addiction and recovery
•Health and wellbeing - chronic pain
•Emotional regulation and grounding
•Building self‑compassion/confidence
Trauma & Safety:
•Childhood trauma and adverse experiences
•Complex trauma and long‑term patterns
PTSD and trauma responses
•Victim/Survivor of crime - recovery
•Domestic Abuse, Safety Planning,
Freedom Programme 1-1 and groups
Relationships & Connection:
•Relationship difficulties and communica tion challenges
•Family conflict or estrangement
•Healthy relationships education
•Boundaries, people‑pleasing, and self‑advocacy
•Support for those navigating separation, divorce, or loss of connection
•Non-statutory support for care experi enced adults
•Non-statutory post-adoption support for birth parents/adopters
Identity & Self-Understanding:
•Self-esteem and self-worth
•Identity exploration
•Neurodiversity-affirming support
•Understanding personal needs, values, and patterns
•Forgiveness - Rebuilding self-trust
Life Transitions & Change:
•Grief and bereavement
•Major life changes (career, family, health, relocation)
•Women's Health
•Menopause
•Adjusting to new roles or responsibilities
•Feeling “stuck,” lost, or disconnected
Workplace & Professional Stress:
•Burnout and compassion fatigue
•Stress in caring professions
•Navigating workplace conflict
•Support for teachers, therapists, social workers, and frontline staff
I work with various employee private health care providers and will accept referrals
Looking for something more specific.
Nothing is too trivial - nothing is too complex - Your Time Counselling Services creates a safe space for all!
Young People & Education:
•Emotional wellbeing for children and young people - non attendance
•Exam Pressure
•Transitions - Primary to High School
•Anxiety low mood, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder and self harm
•Low self-esteem/confidence
•Loneliness
•Peer pressure
•Navigating friendships
•Bullying and its impact
•Social media impact and safety
•Healthy relationships education
•Eating/Body Image
•Sexuality and Identity
•Impact of parental issues or fam ily conflict
•Support for neurodivergent pupils
•School-based wellbeing and staff support
•Non-statutory support for care experienced young people
General Support:
•Overwhelmed?
•Disconnected?
•Do you feel like you need support but you are unsure why?
•Unsure where to even start?
•Feel your mood dipping?
•In need of a calm, non-judge mental space?
•Ready to explore your story at your own pace?
•Might you benefit from some personal coaching?
Personalised Support:
•Specialist therapeutic support for adults, children and young people with physical or learning disabilites or who are neurodiverse
•Listen and chat sessions with older adults, those who are isolated, lonely or experiencing grief
•All support is personalised and tailored to individual need and experiences
•Home visits available
•Walk and talk therapy available
•Integrative and creative therapy availble to meet individual learning needs and styles
Over 20 years of experience working in social care.
When you’re choosing someone to talk to, you want to know they get it - not just in theory, but in real, lived, human ways.
My background includes over two decades in social care, supporting people through some of the most challenging, complicated, and traumatic moments of their lives. That experience shapes the way I work today as a counsellor. This means I work skilfully with both adults, young people and children.
Safe and patient environment.
I provide a non-judgmental, confidential safe space for you to explore your feelings and any difficulties you or your family may be encountering.
Consultations are offered within 24 hours and I work flexibly to meet your individual needs. This includes offering home visits when required to meet your needs.
I have availability and I work flexible so that support is available at the point you need it. No referrals or waiting lists.
I am proud to share that I have a 100% retention rate from the first counselling session onwards.
Tailored Support.
We provide a service to all irrespective of age, gender, sexuality, ethnicity or background.
Each session is designed to meet your individual needs and can be adapted to meet your learning needs.
I listen and assess then offer bespoke support to meet your individual needs. I meet you where you are - review, adapt and change the support on offer as required. You are very welcome to set the agenda.
Where appropriate I work creatively with clients. This often includes using self help sheets, journalling, workbooks, music, writing. Whatever works for you!
There is no additional cost for any equipment or self help materials used within the counselling sessions. These are often taken home by the client to aid reflection between sessions and to promote their ongoing development.
Focus on Growth.
I proudly offer you a safe, steady space to talk, reflect, and understand yourself more clearly. This helps you untangle thoughts and feelings, make sense of patterns, and explore what you need.
This is done without judgement and at your own pace. I offer a place to process experiences, set your own goals and build coping strategies that fit your life. You are encouraged to speak your truth. Most clients report a noticeable change within 6-8 weeks, leaving with a developed sense of self and the skills and techniques to continue their personal growth.
Your Time Counselling Services - a flexible, safe space for everyone at affordable prices.
I understand that taking the first step toward seeking support can feel daunting. For this reason I can assure you that you will be greeted with sensitivity and acceptance. That’s also why I offer a free, confidential 20 minute call to listen, connect, and explore what kind of support you may need.
Each counselling session is £60 per session they last around an hour. I offer discounts for block bookings when paid in full. Special offers sometimes apply. Counselling can be in person or via phone or online. I work Monday to Saturday and work flexibly around the client.
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Calm and Create; a fun, therapeutic creative space for young people who need a little extra calm, confidence and support.
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Self-help resources!
I have a range of self-help resources and workbooks suitable for adults, young people and children - covering a range of topics. If you cannot see something suitable, feel free to call me for a quick chat.
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Self-help resources!
All self - help resources are free - if you can't find what you are looking for - just ask!
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