Paula
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
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All of us reach points in life where talking to someone outside our usual support network can make a real difference. If you’re facing something that feels difficult to share with others, or if you’re simply unsure where to begin, I’m here to offer a calm and confidential space to explore what’s going on for you.
I support people with many different experiences, including anxiety, low mood, emotional overwhelm, bereavement, relationship challenges, questions around sexuality or gender, life transitions, and moments of feeling stuck or uncertain. Whatever you’re facing, you don’t have to navigate it alone.
My approach is person‑centred, which means our sessions are guided by what feels important to you. There is no problem too small, no feeling too trivial, and no story that doesn’t deserve to be heard. My intention is to offer empathy, authenticity, and a non‑judgemental presence as you make sense of your experiences.
If you’re curious about working together, I offer a free 15‑minute introductory call. It’s an opportunity for you to share what brings you to therapy and to get a feel for whether I’m the right therapist for you. You’re welcome to bring whatever feels true for you in that moment.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions £50
- Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Bank transfer
Paula Ferguson
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy Paula Ferguson
- In Practice for 11 years
- Counselling and Psychotherapy, Diploma, Graduated 2015
- Certificate from Lothian College of Nursing and Midwifery Registered Mental Health Nurse / 1994
- Degree/Diploma from Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh in Sociology BSc / 2002
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Paula Ferguson
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
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Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Cancer
- Chronic Illness
- Codependency
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Hoarding
- Infidelity
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Parenting
- Polyamory & ENM
- Stress
- Teen Violence
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Paula Ferguson
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01934 914049
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Person-Centred
Paula Ferguson
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01934 914049
Location
Additional Location
Edinburgh EH15
01934 914049