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Available both in-person and online
10 York Place Edinburgh EH1
Are you struggling with a persistent sense of powerlessness? Perhaps sadness feels like a heavy weight, or anxiety and low self-esteem prevent you from moving forward. When the past continually replays in the present, it’s easy to feel stuck, confused, and helpless. I understand this journey deeply—not only through my professional training but through the liberation I found in my own therapeutic process. As a fully qualified Integrative Counsellor, I offer you compassionate, tender support to help you move beyond old coping mechanisms and rediscover your sense of agency and balance.
By honouring the mind-body connection, I guide you back to your "felt experience." We don’t just talk; we make space for your emotions to be witnessed, accepted and felt. By connecting with body sensations, we unlock healing that logic alone cannot reach. This somatic awareness acts as a compass, pointing to what truly needs attention and healing.
A strong, authentic relationship is the foundation for lasting change. In our safe, confidential sessions, you are invited to bring all parts of yourself—even those you usually hide or ignore. This is a space where you can be truly heard, without judgment or the need to "perform." Together, we will explore the patterns that no longer serve your growth.
Call or Monika Knitter now for a free 15 minute consultation - 01764 915875

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

10 York Place

Edinburgh EH1 map

01764 915875
My website
In-person availability: Monday 7.45 pm, Wednesday 7.45 pm, Online: Tuesdays 2.15 pm, Thursdays 5.00 pm, 7.30 pm
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and Anxiety 
£65 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect 01764 915875
Photo of Monika Knitter, Counsellor, MBACP

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

10 York Place

Edinburgh EH1 map

01764 915875
My website
In-person availability: Monday 7.45 pm, Wednesday 7.45 pm, Online: Tuesdays 2.15 pm, Thursdays 5.00 pm, 7.30 pm
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and Anxiety 
£65 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions £65
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Cash
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I offer face-to-face sessions in Edinburgh or online video sessions. I offer consession rates for online sessions only.
Photo of Monika Knitter, Counsellor, MBACP
Monika Knitter
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01764 915875
"
I offer face-to-face sessions in Edinburgh or online video sessions. I offer consession rates for online sessions only.
Photo of Monika Knitter, Counsellor, MBACP
Monika Knitter
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01764 915875

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy Monika Knitter
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 5 years
  • Higher National Diploma in Pluralistic Counselling, Higher National Diploma, Graduated 2022
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Counselling Tutor Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling / 2021
  • Certificate from Edinburgh College COSCA Certificate in Counselling Skills / 2012
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Monika Knitter
Counsellor, MBACP
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or 01764 915875
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Monika Knitter
Counsellor, MBACP
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or 01764 915875

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Depression
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Child
  • Childchood trauma
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Infertility
  • Life Transitions
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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Monika Knitter
Counsellor, MBACP
Do these issues align with your needs? or 01764 915875
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Monika Knitter
Counsellor, MBACP
Do these issues align with your needs? or 01764 915875

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

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Single Parent

I also speak

Polish

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Single Parent

I also speak

Polish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Person-Centred
  • Psychodynamic
  • Rewind Trauma Therapy
  • Somatic
  • Somatic Trauma Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
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Monika Knitter
Counsellor, MBACP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or 01764 915875
Photo of Monika Knitter, Counsellor, MBACP
Monika Knitter
Counsellor, MBACP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or 01764 915875

Location

Primary Location

10 York Place

Edinburgh EH1

01764 915875
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In-person availability: Monday 7.45 pm, Wednesday 7.45 pm, Online: Tuesdays 2.15 pm, Thursdays 5.00 pm, 7.30 pm
Photo of Monika Knitter, Counsellor, MBACP
Monika Knitter
Counsellor, MBACP
Call for a free consultation now - 01764 915875
"
In-person availability: Monday 7.45 pm, Wednesday 7.45 pm, Online: Tuesdays 2.15 pm, Thursdays 5.00 pm, 7.30 pm
Photo of Monika Knitter, Counsellor, MBACP
Monika Knitter
Counsellor, MBACP
Call for a free consultation now - 01764 915875