A kind space to explore what matters most to you

Counselling and Psychotherapy at Kindness

Therapy at Kindness offers Gestalt therapy in the heart of Todmorden. Whether life feels difficult right now, or something deeper is calling for your attention, we are here to work alongside you at your own pace.

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The therapists

Two experienced practitioners, one welcoming practice

Jay Hellings

Gestalt Therapist in advance training • UKCP member

Gestalt Therapy is present-centred. We can still talk about what has happened, or might happen, out there in your life. Alongside that, I will bring our attention to what is happening here, in the interaction between you and me. That's where we can learn about your way of being in the world and how that shapes your life. If you choose to, you can harness your own creativity here to find ways of living that are more satisfying, more grounded, more vital.

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Dan Cornford

BACP-registered Gestalt Psychotherapeutic Counsellor

Therapy offers you a path towards positive change and deeper understanding. I offer a collaborative approach where we can explore the part you play in your situation and how you can regain control of your life and develop strategies to creatively transform your life for the better.

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Our approach

What is Gestalt therapy?

Gestalt therapy is a humanistic, person-centred approach that focuses on the whole of your experience — thoughts, feelings, sensations, and the way you relate to the world around you. Rather than analysing the past at a distance, Gestalt invites you to explore what is alive and present for you right now, in a supportive and non-judgemental relationship with your therapist.

This is not a prescriptive or technique-driven therapy. Instead, it is a collaborative, creative conversation that respects your own wisdom and your unique way of being in the world.

Present-centred awareness

We gently explore what is happening for you now — your feelings, body sensations, and thoughts — rather than working from a fixed agenda.

Relationship at the heart

The therapeutic relationship itself becomes a place of real contact and healing. You will never feel like a case study; you will feel met as a person.

Your own pace

There is no pressure to talk about anything before you are ready. We follow your lead, and sessions can be as open or as focused as you need.

Holistic and embodied

Gestalt recognises that the mind and body are not separate. We welcome all of you into the room — including the things that are hard to put into words.

Who comes to see us

You don't need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy

People come to Therapy at Kindness for many different reasons. Some are navigating a specific difficulty; others simply sense that something is not quite right and want space to explore it. Whatever brings you, you are welcome.

Anxiety & worry Depression Grief & loss Relationship difficulties Low self-esteem Life transitions Trauma Stress & overwhelm Identity & belonging Loneliness Work & burnout A sense that something is missing

Finding us

Based in Todmorden, serving the whole Calder Valley

Our address

Kindness, 29 Rochdale Rd,
Todmorden, OL14 7LA
West Yorkshire

Getting here

Todmorden train station is a short walk away, with direct services from Manchester, Leeds, and Halifax.
On-street parking is available nearby.

Todmorden has transport links to

Hebden Bridge • Rochdale • Burnley • Halifax • Littleborough • Bacup • and the wider Pennine area

Get in touch

Taking the first step can feel daunting — we understand

There is no commitment in making initial contact. You are welcome to send a brief message or call to ask any questions before deciding whether therapy feels right for you.

Email
hello@therapyatkindness.uk

Phone
07899 804 013

Sessions
Dan and Jay are available at different times, Tuesday to Friday. We will do our best to find a time that works for you.

Fees
Please ask — we are happy to discuss fees when you get in touch, and we offer a limited number of reduced-rate places. You can also visit our individual websites (links in profiles above) for more details.

All enquiries are confidential. If you are in crisis and need immediate support, please contact the Samaritans on 116 123 (free, 24 hours).