Andreia Fortes Counselling

Professional Counselling:

In-Person (Bolton) & Online Across the UK

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Welcome to Andreia Fortes Counselling

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Counselling in Bolton & Online Therapy Across the UK

Welcome - I'm Andreia Fortes, a qualified and compassionate counsellor offering in-person sessions in Bolton and online counselling across the UK.

If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, or stress - or you just need a space to reflect and understand yourself better - I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental environment where you can begin to heal.

  • Online sessions - accessible anywhere in the UK
  • In-person sessions – welcoming, private space in Bolton
  • Free 15-minute consultation – to help you take the first step

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About me

Hello, I’m Andreia Fortes (she/her) - a qualified counsellor with master’s degrees in Counselling and Positive Psychology.

I offer a calm and empathetic space where you can talk openly and feel supported. My practice is person-centred, meaning our sessions are guided by your needs, goals, and pace.

As a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I work ethically and respectfully with people from all walks of life - celebrating diversity and offering inclusive support for all identities and backgrounds.

You can also find me listed on the Counselling Directory.

BACP logo, indicating Andreia Fortes’ membership in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, underscoring her commitment to ethical and professional standards.

What issues can I help with?

Counselling gives you time and space to explore your emotions, thoughts, and patterns in a supportive environment. Together, we can uncover what’s holding you back and help you build practical tools for wellbeing.

I have extensive experience working with a wide range of clients - including children and couples - and supporting individuals through a variety of issues, such as:

Depression

Anxiety

Stress

Relationships

Addiction

Loss

Bereavement

Safeguarding

Eating disorders

Autism

Transgender

Self-harming & Suicide

Domestic abuse

Child abuse

Bullying

Anger issues

Trauma

PTSD

ADHD

Neurodiversity

Whether you meet me in-person in Bolton or online anywhere in the UK, my goal is to help you feel seen, supported, and empowered.

Fees & Availability

Sessions last 50 minutes, usually taking place on a weekly basis.

£50 per session.

I accept payments in cash, or by bank transfer.

Free 15 minutes introductory calls.

Note that if you want to cancel an appointment I require 48 hour's notice, otherwise you will still need to pay for any sessions missed. Sessions are paid upfront.

I also provide a limited number of spaces for those on low-income or for students: contact me to enquire about availability.

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Type of session

  • In-person
  • Online
  • Phone

Types of client

  • Young people (13-17)
  • Young adults (18-24)
  • Adults (25-64)
  • Older Adults (65+)
  • Organisations
  • Employee Assistance Programme

Key details

  • DBS check

Additional languages

  • Portuguese

I offer sessions in-person in Bolton within easy reach of Manchester and Wigan, or online via WhatsApp or Microsoft Teams.

How I can help

Rediscovering Yourself Through Therapy

Reaching out for counselling can feel daunting — especially when you’ve been trying to hold everything together on your own. Maybe you feel stuck, anxious, lost, or disconnected from the person you used to be. Life’s challenges can change how we see ourselves and the world around us, leaving us feeling like something isn’t quite right or that we’ve lost our sense of direction.

In therapy, you don’t have to face those feelings alone. Together, we’ll gently explore what’s been happening and begin to make sense of your experiences in a safe, non-judgemental space.

Whether you prefer in-person counselling in Bolton or online therapy from anywhere in the UK, our sessions will move at your pace - helping you rediscover clarity, strength, and connection with who you truly are.

Your journey, my support

I see counselling as a space where two people come together to make sense of life’s experiences. As an integrative counsellor, I work in a person-centred way, which means I don’t tell you what to do or who to be - instead, I offer understanding, honesty, and empathy as we explore what’s happening for you.

I believe that everyone has the capacity to grow and heal when they feel truly heard and accepted. My role is to walk beside you - to help you find clarity, recognise your choices, and reconnect with your own strength.

Over the years, I’ve trained in and experienced a range of therapeutic approaches, and I draw on them gently and intuitively, depending on what feels most helpful for you. Every person’s story is unique, so I adapt my way of working to meet you where you are, in a way that feels safe and supportive.

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Testimonials

"Very kind and patient therapist! :)"

"Thank you for being my therapist. God bless you!"

"Thank you so much for all the support. You've been essential in the last few months for my daughter.

Thank you."

"She is really nice, made seen even the little things in my life and made me think better, self-knowledge, self-care, and is always nice, is always a pleasure talk to her."

"She always listens and it never feels like she's judging. It's always a safe space and somewhere I feel comfortable. Her advice and processes don't feel generic, it feels like she really listens to what I have to say and tailor our sessions to help me."

"Muito obrigado por mais esta sessão tão gratificante"

"I want to thank you so much for the support you've given me. Our sessions have been incredibly helpful, and I've gained so much insight. I'll always be grateful for the work we've done together."

"That session felt very important to me today - thanks so much Andreia. I feel like I articulated things I hadn't before, and when I wrote about it in the journal afterwards I was able to think about things even more deeply. It was really cathartic 🙂 many thanks again."

"Thank you so much for this Andreia! I really enjoy our sessions and I appreciate you so much. You are the most caring therapist. I want you to know that I don't take you for granted and the amount you have helped me to get to this point is tremendous. I am a completly different person since last year thanks to you. And I will still be working on myself using the momentum that I gained in our sessions.

With so much love,

Pardes."

"Thank you for all your support last year, can't really stress just how much it helped me."

"Thank you for all your help! I'm doing a lot better than before."

"Many thanks for your help and I will be keeping the sessions we had in mind."

Anne-Marie

"Andreia helped me a lot with my anxiety. She thought me knew tools to relax when feeling stressed. I use these and they have improved my day to day life. She also worked on my ability to speak my mind and to improve my self esteem. Since the therapy I can better recognise and understand my own emotions. I am glad I was connected to Andreia. She listened very well but just as importantly gave good advise and showed me other perspectives how to reflect on things.

Thanks Andreia!"

"Andreia is the sweetest! She makes me smile, grow, learn, accept myself and work on myself. Offers different kind of advices and techniques to overcome issues in question. Checks in on me. I wouldn’t have changed her for the world. I’d say from each session I get at least one golden nugget!"


"I love Andreia. She is like my shoulder angel that I take around the world with me. What a great thing to have in this life. Hope you have a beautiful day <3"

"Hey Andreia, hope you are well! I just wanted to let you know that I had an amazing wedding day. Everything went perfectly..

I was so anxious the day before, but on the day itself I was completely zen! I focused on staying calm and happy and it worked so well.

Thank you for all your help."

"Hello Andreia,

Our sessions were extremely helpful. Thank you very much for your help! At first I did not know how to navigate and manage depression, and you provided both attentive ears, as well as helpful advice. You provided a solid baseline for this difficult period, and I am glad that your approach and experience provided me with a secure environment to discuss my fears and struggles."

"I haven’t had many sessions with Andreia so far but what is remarkable already, is that in my first and second session I felt more connected to Andreia than I had ever felt in many years with another therapist. I attribute this to Andreia’s commitment and ability to listen and hear and ask about what it is that I am saying in a way that makes me feel on par with her."

Get in touch

Please feel free to get in touch if you have any questions about how counselling works or if you’d like to arrange an initial assessment. This first meeting gives us a chance to talk about what’s bringing you to counselling, how it may help, and whether I’m the right therapist for you.

You’re very welcome to call or text me on 074 6410 6921 if you’d prefer to leave a message or speak with me directly. I’m happy to answer any questions you may have before booking your first session.

All enquiries are handled confidentially and I aim to reply within 24 hours. Your privacy is always respected, and secure phone and email services are used for all communication.

BACP logo, indicating Andreia Fortes’ membership in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, underscoring her commitment to ethical and professional standards.