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Counsellor, MSc, MCOSCA
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Andy Sanwell

Counsellor, MSc, MCOSCA (he, him)

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Currently unable to accept new clients
Dundee DD1
I assume you have something you would like to talk privately to somebody about. I wonder what it is like to be you. Do you often feel alien, struggling to understand and be understood by others? Is finding friends and keeping them hard? Would you rather avoid groups whilst wanting to belong? Does change hit you hard? Do you feel distant from others and even yourself? And maybe answering seemingly simple questions, such as “how are you?” or “what do you need?” feels difficult. I have some idea of what that is like. I offer you acceptance within a non-judgemental, empathic therapeutic relationship.
I work with adults that are struggling to work through life events, and specialise in working with people that suspect or discover their neurodiversity later in life. I will provide a confidential, safe and stretching space where we can explore your life, gain insights, develop coping strategies and support your development.
Life is a journey of experiences around which we build a life-story. That story is often negative and critical. Join me if you want to change that. We will focus on the here-and-now and at times consider your history and cultural contexts. You have already shown courage to get this far. Connect with me to take the next step.
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My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

Dundee DD1

My website
I see clients in-person in the centre of Dundee and online via Zoom.
I specialize in Autism, Life Transitions and Chronic Illness 
£55 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Connect with Andy Sanwell
Photo of Andy Sanwell, Counsellor, MSc, MCOSCA

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

Dundee DD1

My website
I see clients in-person in the centre of Dundee and online via Zoom.
I specialize in Autism, Life Transitions and Chronic Illness 
£55 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions £55

Payment Methods

Bank transfer
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I understand having therapy is a major financial commitment. I do have very limited places at a concessionary rate.
Photo of Andy Sanwell, Counsellor, MSc, MCOSCA
Andy Sanwell
Counsellor, MSc, MCOSCA
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I understand having therapy is a major financial commitment. I do have very limited places at a concessionary rate.
Photo of Andy Sanwell, Counsellor, MSc, MCOSCA
Andy Sanwell
Counsellor, MSc, MCOSCA
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Counselling & Psychotherapy in Scotland Andy Sanwell
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 5 years
  • 4 years training in Transactional Analysis, Postgradulate Diploma, Graduated 2023
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Physis Scotland Somatic Transactional Analysis / 2024
  • Certificate from Association for Counselling and Therapy Online Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling / 2022
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For me training does not end with a diploma. I have undertaken 4 years of personal therapy and continue to attend monthly supervision to reflect on my practice. This year I have completed a Certificate in Somatic Therapy and hope to finish my Psychotherapy qualification.
Photo of Andy Sanwell, Counsellor, MSc, MCOSCA
Andy Sanwell
Counsellor, MSc, MCOSCA
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
For me training does not end with a diploma. I have undertaken 4 years of personal therapy and continue to attend monthly supervision to reflect on my practice. This year I have completed a Certificate in Somatic Therapy and hope to finish my Psychotherapy qualification.
Photo of Andy Sanwell, Counsellor, MSc, MCOSCA
Andy Sanwell
Counsellor, MSc, MCOSCA
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Autism
  • Life Transitions
  • Chronic Illness

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Asperger's Syndrome
  • Bereavement
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Hoarding
  • Men's Issues
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
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Transitional events encourage us to look at our lives and see where we want to go next. Whether it is becoming a parent, or the kids leaving home; being diagnosed with a life altering illness; a family member receiving an autism diagnosis; going through the menopause or perhaps retiring. We can be destabilised and stuck. What do you want to achieve? What do you need?
Photo of Andy Sanwell, Counsellor, MSc, MCOSCA
Andy Sanwell
Counsellor, MSc, MCOSCA
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
Transitional events encourage us to look at our lives and see where we want to go next. Whether it is becoming a parent, or the kids leaving home; being diagnosed with a life altering illness; a family member receiving an autism diagnosis; going through the menopause or perhaps retiring. We can be destabilised and stuck. What do you want to achieve? What do you need?
Photo of Andy Sanwell, Counsellor, MSc, MCOSCA
Andy Sanwell
Counsellor, MSc, MCOSCA
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Creative Therapy
  • Existential
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Person-Centred
  • Relational
  • Transactional Analysis
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I use Transactional Analysis to focus on how we relate to each other, to understand the patterns and rules you live by. Understanding will lead to change but sometimes there are no words. I will be creative to help you find the words e.g. using imagery, associated memories, your dreams, the arts or your body sense. The relationship provides the foundation to forming new patterns of behaviour.
Photo of Andy Sanwell, Counsellor, MSc, MCOSCA
Andy Sanwell
Counsellor, MSc, MCOSCA
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I use Transactional Analysis to focus on how we relate to each other, to understand the patterns and rules you live by. Understanding will lead to change but sometimes there are no words. I will be creative to help you find the words e.g. using imagery, associated memories, your dreams, the arts or your body sense. The relationship provides the foundation to forming new patterns of behaviour.
Photo of Andy Sanwell, Counsellor, MSc, MCOSCA
Andy Sanwell
Counsellor, MSc, MCOSCA
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

Dundee DD1

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I see clients in-person in the centre of Dundee and online via Zoom.
Photo of Andy Sanwell, Counsellor, MSc, MCOSCA
Andy Sanwell
Counsellor, MSc, MCOSCA
"
I see clients in-person in the centre of Dundee and online via Zoom.
Photo of Andy Sanwell, Counsellor, MSc, MCOSCA
Andy Sanwell
Counsellor, MSc, MCOSCA