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MA
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Derek McMillan - Compassionate Inquiry

MA

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Edinburgh EH10
01934 315055
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I am a certified practitioner of Gabor Mate's somatic based psychotherapeutic approach, compassionate inquiry, and a certified CI private mentor. I have a 20 year background in teaching and mentoring in psychology, philosophy and religious/moral studies. Along with my professional career I have three decades of experience exploring body-mind practices throughout Europe and Asia. My therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in building a safe therapeutic relationship. I offer my clients a non-judgemental presence, curiosity, humility, playfulness and a deep desire to work alongside you on your journey of healing and personal growth.
I feel blessed to be a compassionate inquiry practitioner. It has been transformative for me and my clients in many ways. My clients come from a wide range of backgrounds wanting to explore deeply rooted patterns, associated with a range of topics, including, addiction, relationships, depression, identity, religion/spirituality, child abuse and ADHD.
Sessions are held in person at my home in Edinburgh and online over zoom. I am also delighted to offer individual and group mentoring sessions for CI trained therapists looking to develop their personal and professional skills, goals and competencies.
Call or Derek McMillan - Compassionate Inquiry now for a free 15 minute consultation - 01934 315055

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Edinburgh EH10

01934 315055
I've gained a belief in my power to re-find my authentic and whole self. I'm so glad I trusted myself to work with Derek. Katrina Dundonnell
I specialize in Addiction, ADHD and Relationship Issues 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect 01934 315055
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Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Edinburgh EH10

01934 315055
I've gained a belief in my power to re-find my authentic and whole self. I'm so glad I trusted myself to work with Derek. Katrina Dundonnell
I specialize in Addiction, ADHD and Relationship Issues 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you
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Derek McMillan - Compassionate Inquiry
MA
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you
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Derek McMillan - Compassionate Inquiry
MA

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Certificate from Oxford Brookes University Derek McMillan
  • In Practice for 3 Years
  • Degree/Diploma from Stirling University in Philosophy and Sociology (BA Hons) BA Hons / 2005
  • Degree/Diploma from Oxford Brookes University in History of Medicine (MA) Master of Arts / 2006
  • Compassionate Inquiry Practitioner: Mentorship Program, Internship Program, Compassionate Inquiry Practitioner Certification, Graduated 2022
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I've spent the past four years studying with Gabor Mate and several CI facilitators and mentors. I've also interned with two cohorts on the year long professional training programme (Feb '22 and May '23) supporting healthcare professionals train in this trauma informed psychotherapeutic approach.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01934 315055
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Derek McMillan - Compassionate Inquiry
MA
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I've spent the past four years studying with Gabor Mate and several CI facilitators and mentors. I've also interned with two cohorts on the year long professional training programme (Feb '22 and May '23) supporting healthcare professionals train in this trauma informed psychotherapeutic approach.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01934 315055
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Derek McMillan - Compassionate Inquiry
MA

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Antisocial Personality
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Drug Abuse
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Life Coaching
  • Men's Issues
  • Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I work with a range of clients who are struggling with addiction, ADHD, depression or trauma, relationships, gambling, gaming and confidence. I invite clien to come with a clear intention of what they'd like to get from the session, and I support them as best as I can to achieve this. My clients generally feel more confident and insightful at the end of a session, with a clear plan of action.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01934 315055
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Derek McMillan - Compassionate Inquiry
MA
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I work with a range of clients who are struggling with addiction, ADHD, depression or trauma, relationships, gambling, gaming and confidence. I invite clien to come with a clear intention of what they'd like to get from the session, and I support them as best as I can to achieve this. My clients generally feel more confident and insightful at the end of a session, with a clear plan of action.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01934 315055
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Derek McMillan - Compassionate Inquiry
MA

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Coaching
  • Compassion Focused
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Family / Marital
  • Person-Centred
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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Compassionate Inquiry is a somatic-based psychotherapeutic approach developed by Dr Gabor Mate that gently uncovers and releases layers of childhood trauma, constriction and suppressed emotion embedded in the body, that are at the root of physical and mental illness and addiction.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01934 315055
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Derek McMillan - Compassionate Inquiry
MA
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Compassionate Inquiry is a somatic-based psychotherapeutic approach developed by Dr Gabor Mate that gently uncovers and releases layers of childhood trauma, constriction and suppressed emotion embedded in the body, that are at the root of physical and mental illness and addiction.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01934 315055
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Derek McMillan - Compassionate Inquiry
MA

Location

Primary Location

Edinburgh EH10

01934 315055
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I've gained a belief in my power to re-find my authentic and whole self. I'm so glad I trusted myself to work with Derek. Katrina Dundonnell
Call for a free consultation now - 01934 315055
Photo of Derek McMillan - Derek McMillan - Compassionate Inquiry, MA
Derek McMillan - Compassionate Inquiry
MA
"
I've gained a belief in my power to re-find my authentic and whole self. I'm so glad I trusted myself to work with Derek. Katrina Dundonnell
Call for a free consultation now - 01934 315055
Photo of Derek McMillan - Derek McMillan - Compassionate Inquiry, MA
Derek McMillan - Compassionate Inquiry
MA