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Arlene Rae

Counsellor, MCOSCA

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Edinburgh EH6
0131 381 4620
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Hi, I’m Arlene. Thank you for taking the time to be here. Reaching out for support can be one of the bravest steps you take, and I’m glad you’re considering it. I’m a pluralistic counsellor with a Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy and COSCA membership. What this really means is that I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, I work with you to find the style, pace, and direction of therapy that feels right for your life and your experiences. I draw from person-centred work, CBT, psychodynamic ideas, and creative methods—but the heart of our work will always be you and what matters to you.
People often come to me when they feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to turn next. I have experience supporting clients through cancer, bereavement, trauma, addiction, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and times of big change. My aim is to offer a warm, calm, and grounding space where you can talk freely and feel genuinely listened to.
I believe strongly in the power of a good therapeutic relationship. Together, we’ll build a space based on trust, compassion, and clear boundaries. Therapy with me is a collaborative process. We’ll explore what you need right now, what’s getting in the way, and what might help you feel more supported, more connected, and more yourself again.
Call or Arlene Rae now for a free 15 minute consultation - 0131 381 4620

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Edinburgh EH6

0131 381 4620

London SE1

My availability is flexible. Monday to Friday between 9am and 7pm online only at the moment.
I specialize in Addiction, Bereavement and Cancer 
£50 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect 0131 381 4620
Photo of Arlene Rae, Counsellor, MCOSCA

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Edinburgh EH6

0131 381 4620

London SE1

My availability is flexible. Monday to Friday between 9am and 7pm online only at the moment.
I specialize in Addiction, Bereavement and Cancer 
£50 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions £50

Payment Methods

Bank transfer
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Arlene Rae
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you
Photo of Arlene Rae, Counsellor, MCOSCA
Arlene Rae
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you

Qualifications

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

  • In Practice for 2 years
  • Pluralistic Counselling and Psychotherapy , Postgraduate Diploma , Graduated 2024
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Asist Asist Suicide Prevention / 2023
  • Certificate from Nhs Trauma / 2023
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I have 11 years experience of working with people who have experienced different levels of trauma. Having been a Macmillan Professional I have done intensive training on Palliative Care and the associated grief that accompanies a terminal cancer diagnosis.
Photo of Arlene Rae, Counsellor, MCOSCA
Arlene Rae
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0131 381 4620
"
I have 11 years experience of working with people who have experienced different levels of trauma. Having been a Macmillan Professional I have done intensive training on Palliative Care and the associated grief that accompanies a terminal cancer diagnosis.
Photo of Arlene Rae, Counsellor, MCOSCA
Arlene Rae
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0131 381 4620

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Addiction
  • Bereavement
  • Cancer

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Armed Forces
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Chronic Illness
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Divorce
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • Life Transitions
  • Menopause
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Trauma
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Our work together will be collaborative and goal orientated. It will be based around your preferences and feedback and we will be using working styles from CBT, Psychodynamic and Person-Centred modalities if that fits with what you need.
Photo of Arlene Rae, Counsellor, MCOSCA
Arlene Rae
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0131 381 4620
"
Our work together will be collaborative and goal orientated. It will be based around your preferences and feedback and we will be using working styles from CBT, Psychodynamic and Person-Centred modalities if that fits with what you need.
Photo of Arlene Rae, Counsellor, MCOSCA
Arlene Rae
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0131 381 4620

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Interpersonal
  • Jungian
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centred
  • Play Therapy
  • Pluralistic
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Sandplay
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused
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I offer a pluralistic approach. This is a collaboration which is based on your preferences and through continued dialogue and check ins throughout our session. You are the expert on you so your own experiences and reflections are key to our work together. My philosophy is rooted in different people need different things at different times and this is not a one size fits all style of therapy.
Photo of Arlene Rae, Counsellor, MCOSCA
Arlene Rae
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0131 381 4620
"
I offer a pluralistic approach. This is a collaboration which is based on your preferences and through continued dialogue and check ins throughout our session. You are the expert on you so your own experiences and reflections are key to our work together. My philosophy is rooted in different people need different things at different times and this is not a one size fits all style of therapy.
Photo of Arlene Rae, Counsellor, MCOSCA
Arlene Rae
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0131 381 4620

Location

Primary Location

Edinburgh EH6

0131 381 4620

Additional Location

London SE1

0131 381 4620
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My availability is flexible. Monday to Friday between 9am and 7pm online only at the moment.
Photo of Arlene Rae, Counsellor, MCOSCA
Arlene Rae
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Call for a free consultation now - 0131 381 4620
"
My availability is flexible. Monday to Friday between 9am and 7pm online only at the moment.
Photo of Arlene Rae, Counsellor, MCOSCA
Arlene Rae
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Call for a free consultation now - 0131 381 4620