BACP Accredited

A space to heal,
reflect & grow.

Compassionate, experienced counselling for adults, young people, and families — offered face-to-face, online, and by telephone across Essex.

"The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change." — Carl Rogers

Manjeet Angus

  • BACP Accredited Member (MBACP)
  • Masters level training in Psychodynamic Counselling
  • Montessori Teaching Certificate
  • Social Care and Therapy Degree
  • Trained Nursery Nurse

I'm Manjeet — a BACP Accredited counsellor with masters-level training in Psychodynamic Counselling, working with adults, children, young people, and families. My practice brings together years of experience across the NHS, the charity sector, and private settings including the Priory Hospital.

My background is broad: I've worked in specialist mental health teams, supported families navigating eating disorders and self-harm, and walked alongside survivors of domestic violence and childhood trauma. Before retraining as a counsellor, I worked as a Nursery Nurse and Montessori teacher — an experience that deepened my understanding of how early relationships shape who we become.

Whether you're struggling with anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, or simply feel that something isn't right, I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where you can begin to make sense of what you're going through — at your own pace.

Sessions are available during the day, evenings, and Saturday mornings, with flexible formats including single sessions, time-limited packages, and long-term work.

What I specialise in

My work spans a range of presenting difficulties. If you're unsure whether I can help with your situation, please don't hesitate to reach out — I'm happy to have an initial conversation.

Caring for Someone with Dementia

Support for carers navigating the emotional and practical weight of caring for a loved one with dementia.

Domestic Violence & Abuse

A safe, confidential space for survivors to process their experiences and begin to rebuild.

Eating Disorders

Experienced in supporting individuals and families where disordered eating is affecting wellbeing and daily life.

Childhood Trauma

Sensitive, informed support for adults and young people carrying the lasting impact of early adverse experiences.

Anxiety & Depression

Helping you understand what drives difficult feelings and find more effective ways to manage them.

Self-Harm

Non-judgemental support for those using self-harm as a way of coping, with a focus on understanding and finding alternatives.

How I work

I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches, tailoring my way of working to what suits you best. There's no one-size-fits-all in counselling — what matters most is that you feel heard, respected, and that the work feels right for you.

My training is rooted in psychodynamic thinking, which explores how past experiences shape present patterns. Alongside this, I integrate person-centred principles — because I believe that you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to offer a consistent, compassionate presence as you find your way forward.

Where appropriate, I can also offer shorter-term, solution-focused work for those who need practical support within a set timeframe.

Ask about my approach
  • 🧩 Psychodynamic
  • 🌟 Person-Centred
  • 🎯 Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
  • Brief Therapy
  • 🎭 Play Therapy
  • 🔄 Behavioural

Play Therapy

For younger children who process their world through play rather than words — a creative, child-led space to explore feelings safely.

Adolescent Counselling

Tailored support for teenagers navigating identity, anxiety, relationships, self-harm, or trauma — with honesty and without judgement.

Family Work

Sometimes it helps to work with the whole family. I can offer sessions that bring everyone together to improve communication and understanding.

Early Years Experience

With a Montessori teaching background and years as a Nursery Nurse, I bring a uniquely informed understanding of child development to my therapeutic work.

Counselling for children, young people & families

Children and young people experience the world intensely — and they don't always have the words to explain what they're going through. That's something I understand deeply, having spent years working as a Nursery Nurse and Montessori teacher before retraining as a therapist.

That background means I know how to meet children where they are. Whether a young person is struggling with anxiety, friendship difficulties, trauma, self-harm, or changes at home, I offer a calm, consistent space where they can begin to feel safe — and from that safety, begin to open up.

For younger children, I use play therapy — a gentle, child-led approach where play becomes the language. For older children and teenagers, I draw on person-centred and psychodynamic methods, always following the young person's lead rather than imposing a structure that doesn't fit.

Enquire about children's counselling

You don't have to face this alone

I work with a wide range of clients — from children and young people to adults, older adults, and organisations. I also accept EAP referrals.

Adults
Children
Young People
Families
Older Adults
Organisations
Trainees
EAP Referrals
Face to face (short & long-term)
Online
Telephone
Single session
Time-limited packages
Home visits

Fees and Location

Transparent pricing

from £50 per session
  • Concessionary rates available for low-income families
  • Reduced fees for NHS staff
  • EAP referrals accepted
  • Flexible packages available — ask about options
  • Day, evening & Saturday morning slots

Where we meet

  • Central Chelmsford CM1 — primary location, most days
  • Westcliff-on-Sea Available Tuesdays & Wednesdays
  • Online & Telephone Secure video and phone sessions available
  • Home Visits Available where appropriate — please enquire

Ready to take the first step?

Reaching out can feel daunting — but I'll do my best to respond warmly and promptly. There's no obligation after an initial conversation.

Phone/WhatsApp 07799 207 659
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Availability Days, evenings & Saturday mornings
Locations Chelmsford & Westcliff-on-Sea

All enquiries are treated in the strictest confidence. If I'm unable to answer, please leave a message and I'll get back to you as soon as possible.

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