Available Counselling in Aberdeen
Life can bring loss, change and many challenges, and it is understandable that at times we might look for support in facing them. I aim to provide a safe confidential space to help you on your journey of self discovery; to enable you to examine your life and make new meaningful choices within it. I offer counselling to adults and young people, meeting face-to-face, by telephone and online, which enables those at a geographic distance to connect with me. I also work for Aberdeen University offering counselling and facilitating psychoeducational workshops to the wider university community.
Life can bring loss, change and many challenges, and it is understandable that at times we might look for support in facing them. I aim to provide a safe confidential space to help you on your journey of self discovery; to enable you to examine your life and make new meaningful choices within it. I offer counselling to adults and young people, meeting face-to-face, by telephone and online, which enables those at a geographic distance to connect with me. I also work for Aberdeen University offering counselling and facilitating psychoeducational workshops to the wider university community.
Life can feel overwhelming at times—whether you’re navigating trauma, family challenges, anxiety, self-doubt, or a major transition. You may feel stuck, uncertain, or simply in need of clarity. Whatever you’re facing, you don’t have to go through it alone. Whether your goal is healing, building resilience, strengthening relationships, or understanding yourself more deeply, I’m here to support you in a way that feels right for you.
Life can feel overwhelming at times—whether you’re navigating trauma, family challenges, anxiety, self-doubt, or a major transition. You may feel stuck, uncertain, or simply in need of clarity. Whatever you’re facing, you don’t have to go through it alone. Whether your goal is healing, building resilience, strengthening relationships, or understanding yourself more deeply, I’m here to support you in a way that feels right for you.
I charge £75 for individual sessions, but I have a limited number of sliding scale spots available for students and those experiencing financial insecurity.
Are you in a place where things just aren't working for you anymore? Are you ready to take charge of your healing journey? I specialize in working with those struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, trauma, eating disorders, self-harm, and low self-esteem. I have a special interest in those going through major life transitions, such as university students and expats. My deepest desire is that you feel safe to show up authentically, are supported in your vulnerability, and leave each session equipped with tools to help you accomplish your goals.
I charge £75 for individual sessions, but I have a limited number of sliding scale spots available for students and those experiencing financial insecurity.
Are you in a place where things just aren't working for you anymore? Are you ready to take charge of your healing journey? I specialize in working with those struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, trauma, eating disorders, self-harm, and low self-esteem. I have a special interest in those going through major life transitions, such as university students and expats. My deepest desire is that you feel safe to show up authentically, are supported in your vulnerability, and leave each session equipped with tools to help you accomplish your goals.
Hi, I'm Morag and I thoroughly enjoy supporting individuals and groups through challenging periods using CBT, CFT and EMDR. I have been in a supportive role for many years from teaching to HR and now an Accredited Therapist. I work in person in Aberdeen (£75) Aberdeenshire or online (£67.50). I really enjoy the collaborative, non judgmental approach that therapy offers. I can also facilitate groups with professional colleagues online or in person. I happily work with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, phobias, emotional distress, stress, panic disorder, OCD, PTSD/CPTSD, grief. I also happily work with neurodiverse clients.
Hi, I'm Morag and I thoroughly enjoy supporting individuals and groups through challenging periods using CBT, CFT and EMDR. I have been in a supportive role for many years from teaching to HR and now an Accredited Therapist. I work in person in Aberdeen (£75) Aberdeenshire or online (£67.50). I really enjoy the collaborative, non judgmental approach that therapy offers. I can also facilitate groups with professional colleagues online or in person. I happily work with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, phobias, emotional distress, stress, panic disorder, OCD, PTSD/CPTSD, grief. I also happily work with neurodiverse clients.
You may be struggling with a new issue, or have a longstanding problem that periodically resurfaces. Psychological therapy is about change. Listening is at the heart of my therapeutic approach, which provides a safe environment for change. We will work together to create clear goals for therapy, and regularly explore steps towards these goals. By working collaboratively, we will identify what is causing your distress and what maintains it. Self awareness, and awareness of factors that contribute to distress, are golden keys to empowerment and psychological resilience, and provide a way to restore balance and harmony in your life.
You may be struggling with a new issue, or have a longstanding problem that periodically resurfaces. Psychological therapy is about change. Listening is at the heart of my therapeutic approach, which provides a safe environment for change. We will work together to create clear goals for therapy, and regularly explore steps towards these goals. By working collaboratively, we will identify what is causing your distress and what maintains it. Self awareness, and awareness of factors that contribute to distress, are golden keys to empowerment and psychological resilience, and provide a way to restore balance and harmony in your life.
I am a BACP Accredited Counsellor with over 25 years’ experience supporting people through some of their most challenging times.
Whether you are navigating a recent crisis or a long-standing struggle, I offer a professional, grounded perspective to help you find your footing and a way forward. I have extensive experience working with a wide range of issues including low mood, stress, anxiety, bereavement, trauma and relationship difficulties.
Clients describe me as calm, warm and easy to talk to and I offer a space where you can feel heard, without judgement or pressure.
I am a BACP Accredited Counsellor with over 25 years’ experience supporting people through some of their most challenging times.
Whether you are navigating a recent crisis or a long-standing struggle, I offer a professional, grounded perspective to help you find your footing and a way forward. I have extensive experience working with a wide range of issues including low mood, stress, anxiety, bereavement, trauma and relationship difficulties.
Clients describe me as calm, warm and easy to talk to and I offer a space where you can feel heard, without judgement or pressure.
I know how difficult it can be to reach out when you’ve experienced trauma.
My practice in Aberdeen is built on the belief that a safe, trusting relationship is the foundation of healing.
When you have experienced the weight of trauma, abuse, or the suffocating nature of coercive control, your sense of self can feel fragmented. My primary focus is to help you navigate the journey of trauma recovery in a space where you are finally the one in control.
I know how difficult it can be to reach out when you’ve experienced trauma.
My practice in Aberdeen is built on the belief that a safe, trusting relationship is the foundation of healing.
When you have experienced the weight of trauma, abuse, or the suffocating nature of coercive control, your sense of self can feel fragmented. My primary focus is to help you navigate the journey of trauma recovery in a space where you are finally the one in control.
At certain times in our lives, we all need support. I aim to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where I will work closely with you to explore feelings which are holding you back or causing difficulty in day-to-day life. Being properly heard will allow you to find answers and together we will find a way forward. I trained as a Person-Centred Counsellor at the University of Strathclyde from 1995-7. After working purely in counselling for 2 years, I went on to train as a teacher and have worked in education for 24 years. My background naturally led me into the role of Guidance Teacher. I returned to one-to-one counselling in 2022.
At certain times in our lives, we all need support. I aim to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where I will work closely with you to explore feelings which are holding you back or causing difficulty in day-to-day life. Being properly heard will allow you to find answers and together we will find a way forward. I trained as a Person-Centred Counsellor at the University of Strathclyde from 1995-7. After working purely in counselling for 2 years, I went on to train as a teacher and have worked in education for 24 years. My background naturally led me into the role of Guidance Teacher. I returned to one-to-one counselling in 2022.
I offer therapy online and I am available Monday to Saturday.
What happened to us, doesn't have to define us. The narrative of our issues can be transformed in something different. A healing story that can give you empowerment and freedom. We can feel angry, anxious, frozen, stuck but we may not always know why. You may look for happiness or you feel you are lost. Or perhaps, you still don't know what's missing. Regardless, I understand it's important for you to know how to cope and what really matters to you. Finding and challenging your personal story, may give you the answers you are looking for. I can help with that!
I offer therapy online and I am available Monday to Saturday.
What happened to us, doesn't have to define us. The narrative of our issues can be transformed in something different. A healing story that can give you empowerment and freedom. We can feel angry, anxious, frozen, stuck but we may not always know why. You may look for happiness or you feel you are lost. Or perhaps, you still don't know what's missing. Regardless, I understand it's important for you to know how to cope and what really matters to you. Finding and challenging your personal story, may give you the answers you are looking for. I can help with that!
Everybody Hurts. Sometimes, we could do with a bit of help with that and everyone, of any gender or identity, is welcome at my person-centred practice. However, with over two decades of experience working with women, I recognise that women and girls often face challenges of subtle and specific nuance whether at home, at work, or inside your own head.
The journey through life for everyone can sometimes feel fraught whether that stress be physical, psychological, emotional, financial, societal, sexual or general.
Personal, professional, deeply private, or a combination of all.
Everybody Hurts. Sometimes, we could do with a bit of help with that and everyone, of any gender or identity, is welcome at my person-centred practice. However, with over two decades of experience working with women, I recognise that women and girls often face challenges of subtle and specific nuance whether at home, at work, or inside your own head.
The journey through life for everyone can sometimes feel fraught whether that stress be physical, psychological, emotional, financial, societal, sexual or general.
Personal, professional, deeply private, or a combination of all.
I am available weekdays and some evenings
Hello, My name's Julia. I am a person centred therapist; couselling psychologist, couple’s counsellor and trauma specialist. I trained at the University of East Anglia in 2000 and have worked as a therapist, trainer and supervisor in the UK and overseas. I re-trained at the University of Leiden as a psychologist. For 15 years I was in private practice in the Netherlands and also worked on for a number of international organisations supporting victims of war crimes. Since returning to the UK I have been working as a couple’s couples counsellor with the relationship specialists Relate; at a rape crisis centre and in private practice.
I am available weekdays and some evenings
Hello, My name's Julia. I am a person centred therapist; couselling psychologist, couple’s counsellor and trauma specialist. I trained at the University of East Anglia in 2000 and have worked as a therapist, trainer and supervisor in the UK and overseas. I re-trained at the University of Leiden as a psychologist. For 15 years I was in private practice in the Netherlands and also worked on for a number of international organisations supporting victims of war crimes. Since returning to the UK I have been working as a couple’s couples counsellor with the relationship specialists Relate; at a rape crisis centre and in private practice.
For sure, life can get complicated. Health, finances, relationships, career, family, fitness and unexpected change – more than ever before upsets in these areas can impact our ability to think clearly and move confidently through our day. Clients come to see me when they want fast, effective new outcomes for depression, anxiety, trauma, bereavement and relationship re-thinks.
For sure, life can get complicated. Health, finances, relationships, career, family, fitness and unexpected change – more than ever before upsets in these areas can impact our ability to think clearly and move confidently through our day. Clients come to see me when they want fast, effective new outcomes for depression, anxiety, trauma, bereavement and relationship re-thinks.
I am available to offer counselling sessions Face to Face, Online and over the Telephone.
Hello, Welcome to Aberdeen Reflection Counselling I am Nic, an Accredited Person-Centred & Offshore Counsellor with 17 years of experience. I specialise in working with people who are stressed, depressed, struggling with their anxiety, and understanding anger and work-related issues. I am also an experienced offshore counsellor and understand the stress and strains of the oil industry. I believe counselling works because I too have been through the process and seen the changes in the people I have helped. If you want to know more, go to aberdeenreflectioncounselling.com or drop me an email, I will answer any question you have.
I am available to offer counselling sessions Face to Face, Online and over the Telephone.
Hello, Welcome to Aberdeen Reflection Counselling I am Nic, an Accredited Person-Centred & Offshore Counsellor with 17 years of experience. I specialise in working with people who are stressed, depressed, struggling with their anxiety, and understanding anger and work-related issues. I am also an experienced offshore counsellor and understand the stress and strains of the oil industry. I believe counselling works because I too have been through the process and seen the changes in the people I have helped. If you want to know more, go to aberdeenreflectioncounselling.com or drop me an email, I will answer any question you have.
For anxiety and mood problems we can work together for your recovery. Only evidenced approaches are used so that you can be assured that you are doing the right thing. You are important, and so is your recovery. I have been working successfully in mental health recovery for a number of years, including the teaching and training of other therapists. We begin by having a shared understanding of your problem. We work together using techniques that are demonstrated to be successful. Therapy can be either face-to-face or virtual. it's time to make the right move. it's time to move on, and we can do it! The Future Belongs to You.
For anxiety and mood problems we can work together for your recovery. Only evidenced approaches are used so that you can be assured that you are doing the right thing. You are important, and so is your recovery. I have been working successfully in mental health recovery for a number of years, including the teaching and training of other therapists. We begin by having a shared understanding of your problem. We work together using techniques that are demonstrated to be successful. Therapy can be either face-to-face or virtual. it's time to make the right move. it's time to move on, and we can do it! The Future Belongs to You.
I'm available on weekdays and weekends.
In my work, I am particularly passionate about supporting and empowering women through different stages of life. This includes working with neurodiversity, crisis and major life transitions, relationships with self and others, addiction, childhood trauma, and issues around self-esteem and emotional regulation. I also have a strong interest in supporting women with parental challenges, postnatal depression, lone parenting, and the complex emotional experiences that can arise around fertility, sexuality, hormones, perimenopause, and menopause.
I'm available on weekdays and weekends.
In my work, I am particularly passionate about supporting and empowering women through different stages of life. This includes working with neurodiversity, crisis and major life transitions, relationships with self and others, addiction, childhood trauma, and issues around self-esteem and emotional regulation. I also have a strong interest in supporting women with parental challenges, postnatal depression, lone parenting, and the complex emotional experiences that can arise around fertility, sexuality, hormones, perimenopause, and menopause.
A highly experienced therapist who has be qualified for over 16 years. Here to support you with life difficulties and struggles. I offer a safe and non-judgemental space where we can explore your thoughts, feelings, emotions, experiences and behaviours together. These can be linked to the past, present or future. In the therapy space empathy, acceptance and congruence is offered. A selection of therapeutic tools can be used such as cognitive behaviour worksheets, mindfulness exercises, motivational intervention, emotional regulation techniques, inner child and attachment work, planning and goal setting.
A highly experienced therapist who has be qualified for over 16 years. Here to support you with life difficulties and struggles. I offer a safe and non-judgemental space where we can explore your thoughts, feelings, emotions, experiences and behaviours together. These can be linked to the past, present or future. In the therapy space empathy, acceptance and congruence is offered. A selection of therapeutic tools can be used such as cognitive behaviour worksheets, mindfulness exercises, motivational intervention, emotional regulation techniques, inner child and attachment work, planning and goal setting.
Have you experienced trauma, abuse in any form, or the pain of bereavement? You may feel broken, lost, or disconnected from who you once were, yet sense a quiet longing for growth, renewal, and a life that feels authentic. I offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where you can explore your experiences, rebuild your confidence and identity, and move towards healing. You are welcome to bring all of who you are — including your faith, spirituality, culture, and personal values. Together, we can begin this journey toward hope, strength, and a more empowered, authentic self.
Have you experienced trauma, abuse in any form, or the pain of bereavement? You may feel broken, lost, or disconnected from who you once were, yet sense a quiet longing for growth, renewal, and a life that feels authentic. I offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where you can explore your experiences, rebuild your confidence and identity, and move towards healing. You are welcome to bring all of who you are — including your faith, spirituality, culture, and personal values. Together, we can begin this journey toward hope, strength, and a more empowered, authentic self.
If you are experiencing difficulties due to: anxiety, stress, depression, difficult relationships, grief, trauma, self-esteem, body image, you may wish a confidential, non-judgmental, and compassionate place where you can express how you feel, work on yourself and find a way forward. You may be looking for a professional who has the skills and expertise to sit, listen, and work with you with a commitment to understand and help you alleviate your emotional suffering and bring about a positive change in your life.
If you are experiencing difficulties due to: anxiety, stress, depression, difficult relationships, grief, trauma, self-esteem, body image, you may wish a confidential, non-judgmental, and compassionate place where you can express how you feel, work on yourself and find a way forward. You may be looking for a professional who has the skills and expertise to sit, listen, and work with you with a commitment to understand and help you alleviate your emotional suffering and bring about a positive change in your life.
Hello, I am a Psychotherapist, EMDR practitioner, Dramatherapist and Clinical Supervisor. In therapy, participants are supported to use creative expression to set goals, solve problems, express feelings and achieve improved mental health. Together in therapy there will be opportunities to consider how your personal life informs the way you experience the world. My work is influenced by trauma-informed approaches, which allow us to look at ourselves and understand why we may suffer. I am also a qualified secondary school teacher with extensive experience of working with people with trauma, autism, ADHD, anxiety, bereavement and loss.
Hello, I am a Psychotherapist, EMDR practitioner, Dramatherapist and Clinical Supervisor. In therapy, participants are supported to use creative expression to set goals, solve problems, express feelings and achieve improved mental health. Together in therapy there will be opportunities to consider how your personal life informs the way you experience the world. My work is influenced by trauma-informed approaches, which allow us to look at ourselves and understand why we may suffer. I am also a qualified secondary school teacher with extensive experience of working with people with trauma, autism, ADHD, anxiety, bereavement and loss.
Life can be complex and from time to time you may look for someone to journey with you and support you for a while as you find a way to deal with certain challenges and difficulties. You may be dealing with difficult emotions like anxiety, depression, anger or worry which is affecting your peace of mind and happiness and would like to explore new skills, strategies and solutions to get through this. Or perhaps you may be looking for ways to enhance your life, build resilience or deal with life changes and transitions. Maybe you would like to find healing from trauma, or deal with intercultural, racial, or spiritual concerns.
Life can be complex and from time to time you may look for someone to journey with you and support you for a while as you find a way to deal with certain challenges and difficulties. You may be dealing with difficult emotions like anxiety, depression, anger or worry which is affecting your peace of mind and happiness and would like to explore new skills, strategies and solutions to get through this. Or perhaps you may be looking for ways to enhance your life, build resilience or deal with life changes and transitions. Maybe you would like to find healing from trauma, or deal with intercultural, racial, or spiritual concerns.
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