Confidential therapy,
tailored to you.
A non-profit organisation in Wigan offering therapeutic intervention to adults, young people, couples and families. Low-cost sessions from £15, no GP referral required.
“Feels like a family here.”
Hayley, volunteer
How we can help
All of our services are available to adults, young people, couples and families.
Person-Centred Therapy
Talking therapy led by you, at your pace, in a supportive and non-judgemental space.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
A practical approach exploring the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour.
Integrative Therapy
Draws on more than one therapeutic approach, shaped around you and your needs.
Creative Therapy
A safe space, particularly suited to children and young people, to express feelings through play and creative work.
Holistic Therapy
Reiki and Access Bars: gentle, energy-based practices to encourage relaxation, balance and wellbeing.
How it works
Get in touch
Self-refer by calling 0303 303 1333, emailing, or filling in our online referral form. No GP referral needed.
Begin your sessions
Attend sessions at our Wigan centre. Low-cost, from £15 a session, with the option to give more if you can to help keep the doors open for everyone.
There can be a waiting list for sessions. We'll always be upfront about where things stand when you get in touch.
Therapy shouldn't be a privilege.
As a non-profit organisation we rely on the kind donations of the generous members of our community to keep sessions accessible to everyone, regardless of income. Every contribution directly funds someone's therapy.
Our therapy rooms
Each room is based on the power of colour and its effect on mood. Click a room to open it up.
Poppy Room
Warm reds: grounding, energising, and full of presence.
Tulip Room
Soft pinks: gentle and reassuring, ideal for delicate conversations.
Holistic Room
Calming violets: purpose-built for our complementary and holistic therapies.
Daisy Room
Bright yellows: fresh, hopeful, full of openness.
Sunflower Play Room
Vibrant and child-friendly, stocked with therapeutic play materials.
Bluebell Room
Cool blues: serene and contained, for those who need a quieter space.
Lavender Room
Soft lavenders: soothing and restful, a gentle, private space to settle.
Buttercup Room
Bright buttercup yellow: cheerful and welcoming, warm without being loud.
Therapy that serves
the whole community.
Empathy Northwest CIC is a non-profit organisation based in Wigan, offering confidential counselling to adults, young people, couples and families. We match you with a counsellor and an approach that fits what you're going through.
Sessions are low-cost, starting at £15, and you're welcome to give more if you can. We rely on the kind donations of the generous members of our community to keep this possible.
Learn more about us →Recognised
King's Award for Voluntary Service 2024
The highest award a local volunteer group can receive, for outstanding service to its community.
For trainee counsellors
Looking for a placement?
We offer supervised placements with real client experience, a student co-ordinator and a counsellor peer group - it's all under Training & Placements.