Counselling in EH16

Announcement: My website is currently undergoing a makeover, I will be accepting new clients from mid March. I'm Anna and I am a disordered eating and body image psychologist. If you experience some of the following: emotional eating, binge eating, feeling out of control around food, yoyo dieting, feelings of food guilt and shame, constant thoughts about food & your body image, you don't feel comfortable in your own skin... it might indicate that you're struggling with your relationship with food & your body. If you're ready to make peace with food & your body, heal & finally get your life back, I am here to support you with that.
Announcement: My website is currently undergoing a makeover, I will be accepting new clients from mid March. I'm Anna and I am a disordered eating and body image psychologist. If you experience some of the following: emotional eating, binge eating, feeling out of control around food, yoyo dieting, feelings of food guilt and shame, constant thoughts about food & your body image, you don't feel comfortable in your own skin... it might indicate that you're struggling with your relationship with food & your body. If you're ready to make peace with food & your body, heal & finally get your life back, I am here to support you with that.

Dr Robert Becker, MHS, Head Clinician
Counsellor, PhD
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH16
Waitlist for new clients
As the founder and lead practitioner at Dr Robert Becker Mental Health Clinic & Educational Centre Ltd in Edinburgh, I am dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health services tailored to your unique needs. Our clinic offers a holistic approach, ensuring that every aspect of your well-being is addressed with the utmost care and professionalism. Our Services: Mental Health Consultations, Therapy Sessions, Mental Health Assessments with treatment plans, and more.
As the founder and lead practitioner at Dr Robert Becker Mental Health Clinic & Educational Centre Ltd in Edinburgh, I am dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health services tailored to your unique needs. Our clinic offers a holistic approach, ensuring that every aspect of your well-being is addressed with the utmost care and professionalism. Our Services: Mental Health Consultations, Therapy Sessions, Mental Health Assessments with treatment plans, and more.

Clinical Forensic Psychology is a child focused psychology practice specialising in the assessment and treatment of children and young people presenting with emotional and mental health difficulties related to experiences of trauma. In addition, I also provide treatment for children who are struggling with a wide range of emotional and behavioural difficulties. If you think I can help you or your child please get in contact with me for a no obligation discussion. You can find my website at www.clinicalforensic.com
Clinical Forensic Psychology is a child focused psychology practice specialising in the assessment and treatment of children and young people presenting with emotional and mental health difficulties related to experiences of trauma. In addition, I also provide treatment for children who are struggling with a wide range of emotional and behavioural difficulties. If you think I can help you or your child please get in contact with me for a no obligation discussion. You can find my website at www.clinicalforensic.com

Hello and welcome! I’m so glad you’ve taken this step to seek support. You might feel like no one truly understands you, or perhaps you’ve tried talking to someone but still feel unheard. Reaching out for help is a courageous choice, and I’m here to walk alongside you on this journey. With experience supporting individuals facing a range of mental health challenges, I aim to create a safe and compassionate space where you can openly explore your thoughts and emotions. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or any other difficulty, we’ll work together to help you find clarity, healing, and resilience.
Hello and welcome! I’m so glad you’ve taken this step to seek support. You might feel like no one truly understands you, or perhaps you’ve tried talking to someone but still feel unheard. Reaching out for help is a courageous choice, and I’m here to walk alongside you on this journey. With experience supporting individuals facing a range of mental health challenges, I aim to create a safe and compassionate space where you can openly explore your thoughts and emotions. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or any other difficulty, we’ll work together to help you find clarity, healing, and resilience.

Do you experience intrusive thoughts that cause distress, a constant doubt over whether you have checked the door is locked, or a need to undertake compulsions to reduce anxiety? Does part of you realise that these thoughts and compulsions are unhelpful, yet you struggle to stop them? Do you worry you are ‘going mad’ due to this? These may be symptoms of OCD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder which can be treated successfully with therapy. We can work together to overcome this. Intrusive thoughts do not define you or mean you are 'bad', they are simply thoughts, and we will work to together to take away their power.
Do you experience intrusive thoughts that cause distress, a constant doubt over whether you have checked the door is locked, or a need to undertake compulsions to reduce anxiety? Does part of you realise that these thoughts and compulsions are unhelpful, yet you struggle to stop them? Do you worry you are ‘going mad’ due to this? These may be symptoms of OCD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder which can be treated successfully with therapy. We can work together to overcome this. Intrusive thoughts do not define you or mean you are 'bad', they are simply thoughts, and we will work to together to take away their power.

I integrate counselling, coaching and consultancy to facilitate personal growth.
Whether you are looking to move: from despair to hope; from struggling to coping;
or from managing to flourishing, we can work collaboratively to cultivate a better inner and outer life for you.
For twenty years I have worked with those aged 12 to older adults, blending CBT, ACT, person-centred therapy and behavioural modelling to offer support tailored towards your needs and preferences.
I integrate counselling, coaching and consultancy to facilitate personal growth.
Whether you are looking to move: from despair to hope; from struggling to coping;
or from managing to flourishing, we can work collaboratively to cultivate a better inner and outer life for you.
For twenty years I have worked with those aged 12 to older adults, blending CBT, ACT, person-centred therapy and behavioural modelling to offer support tailored towards your needs and preferences.

Thanks for finding me. I work in a gentle, respectfully patient way, and most closely with depression and relationship issues. Problems that bring you to therapy may leave you feeling stuck, or that you've lost trust in your ability to figure it all out. Our work will explore the depth roots of your issues and find ways forward that are realistic and specific to your life. My purpose is to help you regain trust in yourself and your own power. I'm a pluralistic therapist. This means personalising therapy, responsively, to your precise needs. I don't assume that I provide a 'safe space' - that's something we have to build, together.
Thanks for finding me. I work in a gentle, respectfully patient way, and most closely with depression and relationship issues. Problems that bring you to therapy may leave you feeling stuck, or that you've lost trust in your ability to figure it all out. Our work will explore the depth roots of your issues and find ways forward that are realistic and specific to your life. My purpose is to help you regain trust in yourself and your own power. I'm a pluralistic therapist. This means personalising therapy, responsively, to your precise needs. I don't assume that I provide a 'safe space' - that's something we have to build, together.

I am a Certified Play and Creative Arts Therapist. I work with children facing a wide range of challenges, including childhood abuse, developmental trauma, neurodiverse conditions, loss and other emotional and behavioural difficulties, providing a safe and supportive space for children to work with their feelings.
I am a Certified Play and Creative Arts Therapist. I work with children facing a wide range of challenges, including childhood abuse, developmental trauma, neurodiverse conditions, loss and other emotional and behavioural difficulties, providing a safe and supportive space for children to work with their feelings.

I specialize in talk therapy for Narcissistic Personality Disorder and Cluster B and Dark Triad abuse survivors, as well as PTSD and CPTSD. As a survivor myself of Narcissistic abuse, I understand the many subtle but devastating ways this abuse can destroy your very sense of self. I bring a bespoke and individually tailored approach to my sessions. I’m here to listen to your story, believe you and to aid you on your healing journey.
I specialize in talk therapy for Narcissistic Personality Disorder and Cluster B and Dark Triad abuse survivors, as well as PTSD and CPTSD. As a survivor myself of Narcissistic abuse, I understand the many subtle but devastating ways this abuse can destroy your very sense of self. I bring a bespoke and individually tailored approach to my sessions. I’m here to listen to your story, believe you and to aid you on your healing journey.

Fiwasade Onifade
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH16
Not accepting new clients
At times issues and difficulties in your life might be causing you to feel unfulfilled or distressed, or even just a sense of unhappiness within you. Counselling is a process of talking about these issues and working through them confidentially with a Counsellor. Counselling also helps you address your problems in a positive way, enabling you to clarify these issues, explore options and increase self-awareness. I will offer you a confidential time and space to explore all of these in a very supportive way. I aim to work with you in a way which offers understanding, support and enables you have new perspectives.
At times issues and difficulties in your life might be causing you to feel unfulfilled or distressed, or even just a sense of unhappiness within you. Counselling is a process of talking about these issues and working through them confidentially with a Counsellor. Counselling also helps you address your problems in a positive way, enabling you to clarify these issues, explore options and increase self-awareness. I will offer you a confidential time and space to explore all of these in a very supportive way. I aim to work with you in a way which offers understanding, support and enables you have new perspectives.

You may not have anyone you feel you can talk to, or maybe you do but they don’t understand you. I am experienced in offering psychological help to individuals who have mental health issues. I try to create a safe space for each of my clients - a strong relationship is the core of effective therapy! We can either work with your current issues or go a bit deeper into unresolved childhood situations which need working through.
You may not have anyone you feel you can talk to, or maybe you do but they don’t understand you. I am experienced in offering psychological help to individuals who have mental health issues. I try to create a safe space for each of my clients - a strong relationship is the core of effective therapy! We can either work with your current issues or go a bit deeper into unresolved childhood situations which need working through.
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As a therapist, I firmly believe that each of us holds the answers to our own issues within. My role here is to help you recognise these and support you in working through them. I will aim to create a trusting counselling relationship throughout our sessions, where you can feel able to express your feelings in an empathic and accepting environment. Through this collaboration, our aim would be for you to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, in turn facilitating the change you are aspiring to achieve.
As a therapist, I firmly believe that each of us holds the answers to our own issues within. My role here is to help you recognise these and support you in working through them. I will aim to create a trusting counselling relationship throughout our sessions, where you can feel able to express your feelings in an empathic and accepting environment. Through this collaboration, our aim would be for you to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, in turn facilitating the change you are aspiring to achieve.

Welcome! I am Maria, an Integrative Therapist who strongly believes that the relationship between the client and the Therapist is significant. Why? because it is the foundation of a good outcome in the therapy process. To help you process your struggle, I offer a safe and nonjudgmental space, where together, we can explore the root of the lack of motivation to follow your dreams.
Welcome! I am Maria, an Integrative Therapist who strongly believes that the relationship between the client and the Therapist is significant. Why? because it is the foundation of a good outcome in the therapy process. To help you process your struggle, I offer a safe and nonjudgmental space, where together, we can explore the root of the lack of motivation to follow your dreams.

Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist
Psychologist, MSc, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Online Only
I am passionate about my role as a cognitive behavioural therapist, helping clients to make steps toward recovery and positive, lasting changes in their lives. This includes planning to maintain good, long-term mental health and identifying and reducing the risks of relapse or the recurrence of challenges.
I am passionate about my role as a cognitive behavioural therapist, helping clients to make steps toward recovery and positive, lasting changes in their lives. This includes planning to maintain good, long-term mental health and identifying and reducing the risks of relapse or the recurrence of challenges.

I specialise in the treatment of anxiety disorders, low mood, trauma, issues facing the LGBT+ community & sports performance. My clinical education has included studies in gender and body image, CBT theory, IFS theory, sports performance, EMDR, group therapy, the impact of trauma on the LGBTQ+ community, and trauma response. As a therapist, I look to show acceptance, genuineness, and empathy. I believe that each of us has the capacity to work through our suffering and has the potential to turn this into resilience and growth. I use a variety of different approaches including EMDR Therapy. Sessions will take place online.
I specialise in the treatment of anxiety disorders, low mood, trauma, issues facing the LGBT+ community & sports performance. My clinical education has included studies in gender and body image, CBT theory, IFS theory, sports performance, EMDR, group therapy, the impact of trauma on the LGBTQ+ community, and trauma response. As a therapist, I look to show acceptance, genuineness, and empathy. I believe that each of us has the capacity to work through our suffering and has the potential to turn this into resilience and growth. I use a variety of different approaches including EMDR Therapy. Sessions will take place online.

I am a highly experienced individual psychotherapist focusing on relational attachments and childhood trauma while working with themes like trauma, depression, anxiety, neurodivergence, sexuality, relationship challenges and everyday struggles. As an integrative psychotherapist, I draw on the Person-centred and Psychodynamic approaches, placing you and your experiences at the centre of the therapeutic process. Together, we will collaboratively decide on the path of therapy to meet your unique needs. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore and gain deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences.
I am a highly experienced individual psychotherapist focusing on relational attachments and childhood trauma while working with themes like trauma, depression, anxiety, neurodivergence, sexuality, relationship challenges and everyday struggles. As an integrative psychotherapist, I draw on the Person-centred and Psychodynamic approaches, placing you and your experiences at the centre of the therapeutic process. Together, we will collaboratively decide on the path of therapy to meet your unique needs. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore and gain deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences.

Accepting that we're finding things difficult is often the hardest part. Throughout every stage of life we can experience times when things don’t feel right and we struggle with our relationships, or to make sense of our thoughts, feelings and world around us. This can lead to us feeling anxious, overwhelmed and struggling to communicate.
Accepting that we're finding things difficult is often the hardest part. Throughout every stage of life we can experience times when things don’t feel right and we struggle with our relationships, or to make sense of our thoughts, feelings and world around us. This can lead to us feeling anxious, overwhelmed and struggling to communicate.

If you are in pain. Scared or anxious. In grief or sadness. If you are someone for whom life is lifeless. Someone who is misunderstood. Someone who wants things to change.
If you are in pain. Scared or anxious. In grief or sadness. If you are someone for whom life is lifeless. Someone who is misunderstood. Someone who wants things to change.

I am very pleased to be able to offer a clinical psychology service based in Dalkeith, Midlothian which is high quality, easy and quick to access, and needs-led. I offer individually tailored psychological assessment and therapy for adults aged 18 and above who are experiencing a whole range of psychological difficulties and mental health issues. My specialist areas include psychological trauma of any kind, perinatal mental health issues including birth trauma, and complicated grief. I tend to work in an integrative way using elements of psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive analytic therapy and cognitive behaviour therapy.
I am very pleased to be able to offer a clinical psychology service based in Dalkeith, Midlothian which is high quality, easy and quick to access, and needs-led. I offer individually tailored psychological assessment and therapy for adults aged 18 and above who are experiencing a whole range of psychological difficulties and mental health issues. My specialist areas include psychological trauma of any kind, perinatal mental health issues including birth trauma, and complicated grief. I tend to work in an integrative way using elements of psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive analytic therapy and cognitive behaviour therapy.

I am a CBT therapist and I can help you if you are struggling with depression, anxiety, low self esteem, relationship problems, addictions and many more. Maybe you would like to cope with your emotions better or make decisions more consciously and live with less fear? Maybe you want to be more compassionate or more self- confident, or think about how to reach out for what you consider important and valuable? If you have decided to reach for therapy, it may mean that you are already tired of avoidance and anger, and you feel that you want to look at your problems from a different perspective and learn new skills.
I am a CBT therapist and I can help you if you are struggling with depression, anxiety, low self esteem, relationship problems, addictions and many more. Maybe you would like to cope with your emotions better or make decisions more consciously and live with less fear? Maybe you want to be more compassionate or more self- confident, or think about how to reach out for what you consider important and valuable? If you have decided to reach for therapy, it may mean that you are already tired of avoidance and anger, and you feel that you want to look at your problems from a different perspective and learn new skills.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in EH16
20+
Average cost per session
£65
Counsellors in EH16 who prioritize treating:
88% | Anxiety |
84% | Self Esteem |
80% | Depression |
64% | Bereavement |
64% | Stress |
60% | Relationship Issues |
56% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
7 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | AXA PPP |
75% | Aviva |
75% | Vitality |
How Counsellors in EH16 see their clients
56% | In Person and Online | |
44% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
80% | Female | |
20% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in EH16?
Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). Most Psychologists in the directory are accredited members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and/or are registered in the Health and Care Professions Council (HPCP).
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in the UK. Psychologists have earned a degree in psychology and many are members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and have completed a postgraduate qualification in a specialism. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are not required to have a psychology degree, but to belong to a professional organisation such as the BACP or UKCP, they are required to have completed a training course as well as clinical and supervision hours.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the UK could be between £30 - £60 when seeing a counsellor and £60 - £150 and up when seeing a clinical psychologist. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the BACP, the UKCP, or BPS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there has been participation in a criminal act or act of terror, or if there is potential or known harm to the client or others, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.