Counselling in IV2

Zachari Duncalf
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Inverness IV2
A warm welcome to you, At some point in our lives all of us will experience mental health difficulties that bring us to a place where we need to find care and support from another person to help us work through them. You do not have to be on your own whilst you are experiencing a challenging time in your life. I have experience of working with many different people from a variety of backgrounds bringing a wide range of issues. At the core i am interested in you as a person and together I can help you work through the difficulties you are facing.
A warm welcome to you, At some point in our lives all of us will experience mental health difficulties that bring us to a place where we need to find care and support from another person to help us work through them. You do not have to be on your own whilst you are experiencing a challenging time in your life. I have experience of working with many different people from a variety of backgrounds bringing a wide range of issues. At the core i am interested in you as a person and together I can help you work through the difficulties you are facing.

Katie McInnes
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Inverness IV2
Not accepting new clients
I know how difficult it can be to choose the right practitioner, so please take your time to read through my profile and feel free to contact me if you have any questions. I use person-centred therapy, CBT and EMDR. If life is getting you down and you struggle with things like worry, fear, trauma, low-mood, sleep problems or relationship issues, I can help. I also offer professional supervision to counsellors, trainee and qualified psychologists.
I know how difficult it can be to choose the right practitioner, so please take your time to read through my profile and feel free to contact me if you have any questions. I use person-centred therapy, CBT and EMDR. If life is getting you down and you struggle with things like worry, fear, trauma, low-mood, sleep problems or relationship issues, I can help. I also offer professional supervision to counsellors, trainee and qualified psychologists.

Alexandra Maclean
Counsellor, MA, MCOSCA
Verified
Inverness IV2
I am an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist. This means I draw on different approaches depending on your needs; my training and experience include Person Centered, Psychodynamic Counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. I work with a range of clients including, children, young people and adults. I offer a non-judgmental space to help you to connect with and make sense of your deeper thoughts and emotions. We will work together to look through your past and present influences, unhelpful behavioural and thought patterns and make space for your future hopes and dreams, personal identity, self-esteem and confidence.
I am an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist. This means I draw on different approaches depending on your needs; my training and experience include Person Centered, Psychodynamic Counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. I work with a range of clients including, children, young people and adults. I offer a non-judgmental space to help you to connect with and make sense of your deeper thoughts and emotions. We will work together to look through your past and present influences, unhelpful behavioural and thought patterns and make space for your future hopes and dreams, personal identity, self-esteem and confidence.

Julia Donald - Cognitive Vitality Ltd
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
Verified
Inverness IV2 (Online Only)
Life is full of ups and downs. There are times it can feel like an endless uphill battle with little reprieve. Maybe you are noticing an increase in feeling anxious, depressed, stressed or overwhelmed. Perhaps you are having issues at work, your relationships, low self esteem or the loss of a loved one. If you have experienced childhood or adult trauma(s) there may be painful memories, flashbacks or nightmares disrupting your life, even many years after the event. I work with most mental health concerns but specialise in trauma, anxiety, dissociation, fertility issues, baby loss and low self esteem. I work exclusively online.
Life is full of ups and downs. There are times it can feel like an endless uphill battle with little reprieve. Maybe you are noticing an increase in feeling anxious, depressed, stressed or overwhelmed. Perhaps you are having issues at work, your relationships, low self esteem or the loss of a loved one. If you have experienced childhood or adult trauma(s) there may be painful memories, flashbacks or nightmares disrupting your life, even many years after the event. I work with most mental health concerns but specialise in trauma, anxiety, dissociation, fertility issues, baby loss and low self esteem. I work exclusively online.

Psychosexual Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Inverness IV2
I am an accredited therapist . And I offer sessions online . I do offer face to face sessions after a period of assessment. My work is with psychosexual and complusive sexual behaviours, Poly solo and poly couples .I work with people who need mediation; divorcing couples; who are struggling with thier complusive sexual behaviour relationship trauma from thier kink, bdsm life styl. I work with survivors of sexual assult, sexual , physical and emotional and or finicial abuse; I have 30 years of work experince and am police checked. I work within a sex postive framework I provide clinical supervision
I am an accredited therapist . And I offer sessions online . I do offer face to face sessions after a period of assessment. My work is with psychosexual and complusive sexual behaviours, Poly solo and poly couples .I work with people who need mediation; divorcing couples; who are struggling with thier complusive sexual behaviour relationship trauma from thier kink, bdsm life styl. I work with survivors of sexual assult, sexual , physical and emotional and or finicial abuse; I have 30 years of work experince and am police checked. I work within a sex postive framework I provide clinical supervision

Ann McPaul
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Inverness IV2
I am a clinical psychologist who works therapeutically with adolescents and adults (individuals and couples) from day to day difficulties to more severe difficulties. I also offer cognitive assessment to children, young people and adults (please contact me for more information). I continue to work in the NHS and in private practice. I have worked in psychology for over 17 years and I qualified as a clinical psychologist from the University of Edinburgh in 2014.
I am a clinical psychologist who works therapeutically with adolescents and adults (individuals and couples) from day to day difficulties to more severe difficulties. I also offer cognitive assessment to children, young people and adults (please contact me for more information). I continue to work in the NHS and in private practice. I have worked in psychology for over 17 years and I qualified as a clinical psychologist from the University of Edinburgh in 2014.

Sally Flanagan
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Verified
Inverness IV2
I am a person-centred counsellor and psychotherapist. I offer an empathetic, non judgemental and congruent environment for therapy. The sessions are led by you, the client, and I aim to enable you to explore and start to process your thoughts, feelings, experiences and any issues to improve and enhance your self awareness. I aspire to develop a trusting, therapeutic relationship with you where we work collaboratively to empower you in your life. I am able to work face-to-face, telephone, online and home visits. Please contact me by email/text/phone to arrange an initial consultation.
I am a person-centred counsellor and psychotherapist. I offer an empathetic, non judgemental and congruent environment for therapy. The sessions are led by you, the client, and I aim to enable you to explore and start to process your thoughts, feelings, experiences and any issues to improve and enhance your self awareness. I aspire to develop a trusting, therapeutic relationship with you where we work collaboratively to empower you in your life. I am able to work face-to-face, telephone, online and home visits. Please contact me by email/text/phone to arrange an initial consultation.

Michele Junges-Stainthorpe
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Ardersier IV2
We all experience times when we feel isolated, misunderstood or lonely; we have the impression that we can’t function anymore in our daily life. Keeping it all inside and being unable to share our thoughts and feelings with someone for fear of being judged or criticised is not a pleasant thought. As humans, we need to talk, and we make sense of our individual circumstances and pain by processing them. I am here to support you through your difficult times.
We all experience times when we feel isolated, misunderstood or lonely; we have the impression that we can’t function anymore in our daily life. Keeping it all inside and being unable to share our thoughts and feelings with someone for fear of being judged or criticised is not a pleasant thought. As humans, we need to talk, and we make sense of our individual circumstances and pain by processing them. I am here to support you through your difficult times.

Shaun Simon
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Verified
3 Endorsed
Inverness IV2
I’m a person-centred counsellor based in the North of Scotland. I offer one-to-one sessions with adults, face-to-face in Inverness, or online and by phone from anywhere in the UK. I offer a compassionate and personalised approach to counselling, with the aim to bring about the change you desire and to nurture your well-being. As a person-centred psychotherapist, my main goal is to assist you in understanding and dealing with your thoughts, emotions, and personal challenges.
I’m a person-centred counsellor based in the North of Scotland. I offer one-to-one sessions with adults, face-to-face in Inverness, or online and by phone from anywhere in the UK. I offer a compassionate and personalised approach to counselling, with the aim to bring about the change you desire and to nurture your well-being. As a person-centred psychotherapist, my main goal is to assist you in understanding and dealing with your thoughts, emotions, and personal challenges.

Brooke Hulsizer
MSc
Inverness IV2
I am originally from the USA, where I have experience working with adults, families, and groups in both inpatient and outpatient settings. My passions lie in working with people impacted by trauma, attachment disorders, relational distress, addiction, depression/anxiety, and general unhappiness. I often work alongside my clients to figure out why they feel the way they do and identify their needs based on what we discover. I use modalities like CBT, DBT, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and EMDR to understand and heal underlying causes of external problems.
I am originally from the USA, where I have experience working with adults, families, and groups in both inpatient and outpatient settings. My passions lie in working with people impacted by trauma, attachment disorders, relational distress, addiction, depression/anxiety, and general unhappiness. I often work alongside my clients to figure out why they feel the way they do and identify their needs based on what we discover. I use modalities like CBT, DBT, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and EMDR to understand and heal underlying causes of external problems.

Dr David Herd
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified
Inverness IV2
If you're struggling with emotional distress, psychotherapy can help. Understanding your symptoms is often the first step towards recovery. If you can see a rational explanation for your problems, you are likely to engage in a hopeful way with therapy to restore your mental health. I would listen carefully to your account of what you face on a daily basis and to what it was like to be a child, an adolescent and an adult in your particular family setting. I would also be interested in what helps you cope. Reclaiming your normal life will involve building on your own strengths and on relationships with those you trust.
If you're struggling with emotional distress, psychotherapy can help. Understanding your symptoms is often the first step towards recovery. If you can see a rational explanation for your problems, you are likely to engage in a hopeful way with therapy to restore your mental health. I would listen carefully to your account of what you face on a daily basis and to what it was like to be a child, an adolescent and an adult in your particular family setting. I would also be interested in what helps you cope. Reclaiming your normal life will involve building on your own strengths and on relationships with those you trust.

James McComas
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MCOSCA
Verified
Inverness IV2
I am an experienced practitioner who offers counselling / psychotherapy from a person-centred perspective. I aim to support clients as they explore their unique situation and beliefs, enabling them to trust and understand themselves better. I help clients to Identify things that aren’t working in their lives and look at how these can be improved, so that life becomes more worth while and relationships with self and others more enriching. I provide a safe space where a person can be listened to without judgement. This creates a powerful experience which can lead to lasting positive change.
I am an experienced practitioner who offers counselling / psychotherapy from a person-centred perspective. I aim to support clients as they explore their unique situation and beliefs, enabling them to trust and understand themselves better. I help clients to Identify things that aren’t working in their lives and look at how these can be improved, so that life becomes more worth while and relationships with self and others more enriching. I provide a safe space where a person can be listened to without judgement. This creates a powerful experience which can lead to lasting positive change.

Lara Fraser
Counsellor, MSc
Verified
Inverness IV2
With the right therapeutic approach, it is possible to make our problems more manageable, whether new or ongoing issues. When engaging in talking therapy we all expect a non-judgmental, supportive space to explore or address, re-visit or understand current issues that are holding you back from achieving your desired happiness and well-being. I will support you on this journey with my knowledge, strength, optimism, support and commitment to you as an individual. I promise to be there for you every step of your journey to help you heal from your pain, and move forward more positively
With the right therapeutic approach, it is possible to make our problems more manageable, whether new or ongoing issues. When engaging in talking therapy we all expect a non-judgmental, supportive space to explore or address, re-visit or understand current issues that are holding you back from achieving your desired happiness and well-being. I will support you on this journey with my knowledge, strength, optimism, support and commitment to you as an individual. I promise to be there for you every step of your journey to help you heal from your pain, and move forward more positively

Sarah Manson Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Inverness IV2
Hello and welcome! As a counsellor I don't believe in a cold and clinical approach, which is how many people think counselling might feel! I bring my whole self and personality into the session so you feel like you are talking to a real person. Reaching out for support takes a lot of courage, and sending that first email can feel like the toughest step. As someone who has received my own personal therapy, I really believe that knowledge is power, and the more I can help you to understand what is going on for you, the more control you will feel over your own life.
Hello and welcome! As a counsellor I don't believe in a cold and clinical approach, which is how many people think counselling might feel! I bring my whole self and personality into the session so you feel like you are talking to a real person. Reaching out for support takes a lot of courage, and sending that first email can feel like the toughest step. As someone who has received my own personal therapy, I really believe that knowledge is power, and the more I can help you to understand what is going on for you, the more control you will feel over your own life.

Jen Keppie
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Inverness IV2
Do you feel as if you have lost a sense of who you are, what it means to be you? Maybe life’s responsibilities have meant your needs have always come second or you have always had a particular role that limits you in freely expressing your own needs. Maybe relationships or circumstances in your life have dominated your choices, and external judgement and expectations tend to shape and influence your life more than you’d like. Or perhaps a life event has led you to re-evaluate and reassess what feels important. It can be confusing and disempowering to feel so disconnected from the things in life that make you feel like you.
Do you feel as if you have lost a sense of who you are, what it means to be you? Maybe life’s responsibilities have meant your needs have always come second or you have always had a particular role that limits you in freely expressing your own needs. Maybe relationships or circumstances in your life have dominated your choices, and external judgement and expectations tend to shape and influence your life more than you’d like. Or perhaps a life event has led you to re-evaluate and reassess what feels important. It can be confusing and disempowering to feel so disconnected from the things in life that make you feel like you.

Lilla Cseke
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Inverness IV2
I offer 1 : 1 relational therapeutic counselling. Drawing on years of experience working with adults within varied settings in different countries, I offer you non-judgmental support, a safe environment to freely express and explore what is unsettling you and how to move forward. I have experience in working with stress related issues, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, relationship with food, low self-esteem, feeling stuck and issues around belonging. Evening, day-time appointments available Monday to Friday: in-person, phone, online video and Walk & Talk sessions. Initial assessment is £65, sessions are £55 for 1 hour.
I offer 1 : 1 relational therapeutic counselling. Drawing on years of experience working with adults within varied settings in different countries, I offer you non-judgmental support, a safe environment to freely express and explore what is unsettling you and how to move forward. I have experience in working with stress related issues, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, relationship with food, low self-esteem, feeling stuck and issues around belonging. Evening, day-time appointments available Monday to Friday: in-person, phone, online video and Walk & Talk sessions. Initial assessment is £65, sessions are £55 for 1 hour.

Lorraine Davidson
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified
Culloden IV2
I understand that life can become difficult and stressful. Some situations can feel overwhelming. I'm here to listen and to start you on the path to good mental health. Counselling provides a regular time and space for you to talk about your troubles and explore difficult feelings in an environment that is dependable, free from intrusion and confidential. Your viewpoint will always be respected. Counselling can support you to deal with specific problems, cope with a crisis, improve your relationships, or develop better ways of living. You can gain insight into your feelings and behaviour and make positive changes for mental health
I understand that life can become difficult and stressful. Some situations can feel overwhelming. I'm here to listen and to start you on the path to good mental health. Counselling provides a regular time and space for you to talk about your troubles and explore difficult feelings in an environment that is dependable, free from intrusion and confidential. Your viewpoint will always be respected. Counselling can support you to deal with specific problems, cope with a crisis, improve your relationships, or develop better ways of living. You can gain insight into your feelings and behaviour and make positive changes for mental health

Highland Trauma Services
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Inverness IV2
Waitlist for new clients
Deciding on the right therapist needs careful consideration. Welcome to evidence based approaches which get to the heart of the matter. I offer assessment and treatment which is based on up to date neuroscience to help reclaim your life. We now know that common signs of unprocessed past traumatic life events can present as depression, anxiety, panic, phobia, social anxiety and / or addiction . Please look up Highland Trauma Services to learn a little more about my clinical experience and qualifications in mental health.
Deciding on the right therapist needs careful consideration. Welcome to evidence based approaches which get to the heart of the matter. I offer assessment and treatment which is based on up to date neuroscience to help reclaim your life. We now know that common signs of unprocessed past traumatic life events can present as depression, anxiety, panic, phobia, social anxiety and / or addiction . Please look up Highland Trauma Services to learn a little more about my clinical experience and qualifications in mental health.

Amber Path Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified
Inverness IV2
Hi, my name is Susan. Are you struggling with anxiety, stress, intrusive thoughts, reliving the past, or feel anxious about the future? Maybe you would like to increase your self-esteem or confidence? Are you in a relationship that is unhealthy or abusive? I can support you to find a path to a new way of life. I provide confidential counselling on a face to face, video/online, telephone or email basis, tailored to your personal needs. Give me a call to arrange a free 30 minute telephone consultation to get a feel of whether we would work well together and ask me any questions you may have. I am based in Clachnaharry, Inverness.
Hi, my name is Susan. Are you struggling with anxiety, stress, intrusive thoughts, reliving the past, or feel anxious about the future? Maybe you would like to increase your self-esteem or confidence? Are you in a relationship that is unhealthy or abusive? I can support you to find a path to a new way of life. I provide confidential counselling on a face to face, video/online, telephone or email basis, tailored to your personal needs. Give me a call to arrange a free 30 minute telephone consultation to get a feel of whether we would work well together and ask me any questions you may have. I am based in Clachnaharry, Inverness.

Personal Meaning Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
3 Endorsed
Inverness IV2
Hi, I'm Pamela and if you are struggling to find meaning in life right now, I'm here to work with you to find the answers you need. Perhaps you have experienced loss, trauma or are trying to navigate a period of change in your life. Bereavement, the end of a relationship, loss of health or loss of employment may have left you unable to find purpose in the present and unable to envision a meaningful future. Or perhaps something from your past is still haunting you. At times like these it can be difficult to imagine a meaningful future and you might feel stuck, undervalued, unheard or just unsure how you can carry on. I'm here to help
Hi, I'm Pamela and if you are struggling to find meaning in life right now, I'm here to work with you to find the answers you need. Perhaps you have experienced loss, trauma or are trying to navigate a period of change in your life. Bereavement, the end of a relationship, loss of health or loss of employment may have left you unable to find purpose in the present and unable to envision a meaningful future. Or perhaps something from your past is still haunting you. At times like these it can be difficult to imagine a meaningful future and you might feel stuck, undervalued, unheard or just unsure how you can carry on. I'm here to help
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Is online therapy a good option?
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What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counsellors are all licensed mental health professionals. In many countries, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counsellor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counsellors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counsellor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counselling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
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.
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.