Neuro-Linguistic (NLP) Counselling in Aberdeen
My ideal clients are adults and teenagers who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or exhausted, and whose nervous systems no longer settle easily. Many experience ongoing sleep difficulties, broken sleep, or a constant sense of being “on edge,” despite understanding what’s going on in their lives. They are often insight-rich and have tried multiple approaches, but still struggle to feel calm, rested, or regulated. They are looking for grounded, professional support to help their nervous system stabilise so rest and resilience can return.
My ideal clients are adults and teenagers who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or exhausted, and whose nervous systems no longer settle easily. Many experience ongoing sleep difficulties, broken sleep, or a constant sense of being “on edge,” despite understanding what’s going on in their lives. They are often insight-rich and have tried multiple approaches, but still struggle to feel calm, rested, or regulated. They are looking for grounded, professional support to help their nervous system stabilise so rest and resilience can return.
Seeking support takes courage, and you don’t have to do it alone. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where we can work together on what matters most to you. Using evidence-based approaches in mindfulness, hypnotherapy, and counselling, I help clients manage stress, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions with compassion and practical tools. With over 20 years’ experience in high-pressure industries before moving into psychotherapy, I understand the realities of balancing work, family, and wellbeing. Therapy with me is collaborative, tailored, and focused on building your resilience and confidence.
Seeking support takes courage, and you don’t have to do it alone. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where we can work together on what matters most to you. Using evidence-based approaches in mindfulness, hypnotherapy, and counselling, I help clients manage stress, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions with compassion and practical tools. With over 20 years’ experience in high-pressure industries before moving into psychotherapy, I understand the realities of balancing work, family, and wellbeing. Therapy with me is collaborative, tailored, and focused on building your resilience and confidence.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, often carrying stress, anxiety, or unresolved emotions. Do you struggle with self-doubt, past traumas, or navigating life changes and crave a safe, understanding space to unpack it all. You may need someone who listens deeply, offers empathy, and provides tools for clarity and healing. You may also need to feel empowered, emotionally balanced, and confident to break free from limiting beliefs. At brave Journeys I can offer you a caring approach, versatile techniques, and a focus on helping you feel truly heard and supported.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, often carrying stress, anxiety, or unresolved emotions. Do you struggle with self-doubt, past traumas, or navigating life changes and crave a safe, understanding space to unpack it all. You may need someone who listens deeply, offers empathy, and provides tools for clarity and healing. You may also need to feel empowered, emotionally balanced, and confident to break free from limiting beliefs. At brave Journeys I can offer you a caring approach, versatile techniques, and a focus on helping you feel truly heard and supported.
Therapy should do more than help you cope - it should help you truly understand yourself, regain emotional balance, and create lasting change. My approach combines psychotherapy, Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy and neuroscience-based psychoeducation to support meaningful progress in a practical and personalised way. I offer therapy in both Polish and English, allowing clients to work in the language they feel most comfortable in. By understanding how the brain responds to stress, anxiety, trauma, and emotional overwhelm, clients can build resilience, confidence, and long-term wellbeing.
Therapy should do more than help you cope - it should help you truly understand yourself, regain emotional balance, and create lasting change. My approach combines psychotherapy, Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy and neuroscience-based psychoeducation to support meaningful progress in a practical and personalised way. I offer therapy in both Polish and English, allowing clients to work in the language they feel most comfortable in. By understanding how the brain responds to stress, anxiety, trauma, and emotional overwhelm, clients can build resilience, confidence, and long-term wellbeing.
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I am a down-to-earth, friendly, and caring qualified pluralistic psychotherapist. My goal is to support you in finding solutions, reaching your goals, and building resilience. In our sessions, I will listen, offer guidance, and provide a non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and empowered.
Whether you’re looking for a single session or ongoing support, I’m here to help. Sessions are 45 minutes long and range from £54.33. I offer both online and in-person psychotherapy.
I am a down-to-earth, friendly, and caring qualified pluralistic psychotherapist. My goal is to support you in finding solutions, reaching your goals, and building resilience. In our sessions, I will listen, offer guidance, and provide a non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and empowered.
Whether you’re looking for a single session or ongoing support, I’m here to help. Sessions are 45 minutes long and range from £54.33. I offer both online and in-person psychotherapy.
I am a UK-based psychotherapist, person centred arts counsellor, and couples therapist, currently training in psychosexual therapy. I work with individuals and couples to explore the personal meaning of their experiences, navigate existential questions, and understand relational patterns that shape how they connect with themselves and others. I support clients in recognising their needs, values, and desires, while examining how lived experiences, worldviews, and societal influences shape assumptions, beliefs, and ways of relating, fostering self-awareness, insight, and the capacity for conscious, meaningful choices.
I am a UK-based psychotherapist, person centred arts counsellor, and couples therapist, currently training in psychosexual therapy. I work with individuals and couples to explore the personal meaning of their experiences, navigate existential questions, and understand relational patterns that shape how they connect with themselves and others. I support clients in recognising their needs, values, and desires, while examining how lived experiences, worldviews, and societal influences shape assumptions, beliefs, and ways of relating, fostering self-awareness, insight, and the capacity for conscious, meaningful choices.
The first steps we take on our healing journey can be the most challenging but finding the right therapist to work with that you can trust and feel comfortable with can make all the difference in helping you move forward and feel safe and supported in exploring the issues you are facing. I have always believed therapy should be an informal, authentic and relaxing experience. The therapeutic approach I offer is gentle and empathetic , you will find yourself at the centre of our therapy together building a trusting relationship, valuing your individuality rather than just working with your issue.
The first steps we take on our healing journey can be the most challenging but finding the right therapist to work with that you can trust and feel comfortable with can make all the difference in helping you move forward and feel safe and supported in exploring the issues you are facing. I have always believed therapy should be an informal, authentic and relaxing experience. The therapeutic approach I offer is gentle and empathetic , you will find yourself at the centre of our therapy together building a trusting relationship, valuing your individuality rather than just working with your issue.
Looking for the headspace and a helping hand to break through the noise – the circular thoughts, the well-meaning advice? Trying to feel like the boss of your life again? Wanting to move forward but feeling stuck or questioning your direction? Maybe you know what you need to do, but doubt how you can get there? You want to gain real confidence, manage challenging relationships, or stop feeling overwhelmed by a complex decision.
Hi there! I’m Dr Susie and I can help you with all of that. To build clarity and confidence, as well as, strategy, actionable steps and the personal tools to thrive amidst the unavoidable challenges of life.
Looking for the headspace and a helping hand to break through the noise – the circular thoughts, the well-meaning advice? Trying to feel like the boss of your life again? Wanting to move forward but feeling stuck or questioning your direction? Maybe you know what you need to do, but doubt how you can get there? You want to gain real confidence, manage challenging relationships, or stop feeling overwhelmed by a complex decision.
Hi there! I’m Dr Susie and I can help you with all of that. To build clarity and confidence, as well as, strategy, actionable steps and the personal tools to thrive amidst the unavoidable challenges of life.
I have 40 years of experience helping people understand themselves more deeply, heal from trauma, and build healthier ways of living and relating. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in trauma‑informed practice. I work gently but effectively, helping you make sense of what’s happening inside you — not just at the surface level, but in the deeper emotional and subconscious patterns that shape how you think, feel, and behave. I offer on-line and in-person sessions to work through a wide range of concerns
I have 40 years of experience helping people understand themselves more deeply, heal from trauma, and build healthier ways of living and relating. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in trauma‑informed practice. I work gently but effectively, helping you make sense of what’s happening inside you — not just at the surface level, but in the deeper emotional and subconscious patterns that shape how you think, feel, and behave. I offer on-line and in-person sessions to work through a wide range of concerns
My client has no age. You may be a teenager or an adult with rich life experience. You may have tried therapy before, or only now feel ready for it, sensing that you are lost and open to a fresh view of yourself and life. You may live with anxiety and fear, not understanding why relationships fail, or face an identity crisis, or struggle in close relationships. You may also find your relationship with yourself difficult when your inner voice has become harsh and critical. You want relief from anxiety, confusion, and inner conflict, and a calmer, fuller, more joyful life — with space for excitement and tolerance for uncertainty.
My client has no age. You may be a teenager or an adult with rich life experience. You may have tried therapy before, or only now feel ready for it, sensing that you are lost and open to a fresh view of yourself and life. You may live with anxiety and fear, not understanding why relationships fail, or face an identity crisis, or struggle in close relationships. You may also find your relationship with yourself difficult when your inner voice has become harsh and critical. You want relief from anxiety, confusion, and inner conflict, and a calmer, fuller, more joyful life — with space for excitement and tolerance for uncertainty.
I am a BACP Accredited Humanistic Integrative Counsellor and have worked with young and adult clients for some time. Being an Integrative Counsellor means I draw upon several different theories, so I may offer a seamless and tailor made approach for each individual client. I have full Indemnity Insurance and take monthly supervision for both my Online and telephone services. Working with clients is my passion, I am able to offer a space where the client can be free to express themselves without judgement or pressure. I take great care to maintain my client's confidentiality at all times and adhere to the BACP's ethical framework.
I am a BACP Accredited Humanistic Integrative Counsellor and have worked with young and adult clients for some time. Being an Integrative Counsellor means I draw upon several different theories, so I may offer a seamless and tailor made approach for each individual client. I have full Indemnity Insurance and take monthly supervision for both my Online and telephone services. Working with clients is my passion, I am able to offer a space where the client can be free to express themselves without judgement or pressure. I take great care to maintain my client's confidentiality at all times and adhere to the BACP's ethical framework.
You might be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, or caught in cycles of shame that leave you doubting your worth. Perhaps past trauma still shapes how you see yourself or how safe you feel in the world. You want relief, understanding, and a space where you don’t have to pretend. You’re looking for someone who will meet you with compassion, help you make sense of your emotions, and support you in reconnecting with the parts of yourself that feel lost or hidden.
You might be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, or caught in cycles of shame that leave you doubting your worth. Perhaps past trauma still shapes how you see yourself or how safe you feel in the world. You want relief, understanding, and a space where you don’t have to pretend. You’re looking for someone who will meet you with compassion, help you make sense of your emotions, and support you in reconnecting with the parts of yourself that feel lost or hidden.
Our services are available in-person from our consulting room located in a tranquil woodland setting near St Andrews and online. Mind Room Consultants undertakes diagnostic assessments (dyslexia, specific learning difficulties, ADHD and ASD), offers psychological therapies, and delivers performance coaching for the business and sporting sectors. All approaches are client centered, collaborative and outcome orientated. We offer over 25 years’ experience supporting clients to overcome anxiety, PTSD, low mood, relationship difficulties, and how to thrive in high performance settings.
Our services are available in-person from our consulting room located in a tranquil woodland setting near St Andrews and online. Mind Room Consultants undertakes diagnostic assessments (dyslexia, specific learning difficulties, ADHD and ASD), offers psychological therapies, and delivers performance coaching for the business and sporting sectors. All approaches are client centered, collaborative and outcome orientated. We offer over 25 years’ experience supporting clients to overcome anxiety, PTSD, low mood, relationship difficulties, and how to thrive in high performance settings.
If your experiencing difficult times or feeling uncertain, I offer a safe space to help you talk things through, explore how your feeling and offer supportive tools and strategies that can help.
A Counsellor for 18 years, working in empowerment for 30 years, I help people navigate the now and the next steps in life. Below are some of the counselling techniques I use in my approach. I work with adults and elders.
Talking therapy and self awareness, CBT Positive Mindset Meditation, Deep Breathing & Guided Meditation, and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction meditation for peace and calm and CBT Life & Happiness Coaching.
If your experiencing difficult times or feeling uncertain, I offer a safe space to help you talk things through, explore how your feeling and offer supportive tools and strategies that can help.
A Counsellor for 18 years, working in empowerment for 30 years, I help people navigate the now and the next steps in life. Below are some of the counselling techniques I use in my approach. I work with adults and elders.
Talking therapy and self awareness, CBT Positive Mindset Meditation, Deep Breathing & Guided Meditation, and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction meditation for peace and calm and CBT Life & Happiness Coaching.
I’m Maria — a passionate and dedicated neurodivergent counsellor specialising in trauma, ADHD, autism, life transitions, and the menopause experience. I offer a safe, compassionate space where you can explore what’s holding you back and begin to reconnect with your strengths, confidence, and potential.
I believe healing is deeply personal. Therapy should move at your pace — never rushed, never forced — but grounded in respect for your readiness and resilience. Together, we’ll explore your story, understand what truly matters to you, and create meaningful, lasting change.
I’m Maria — a passionate and dedicated neurodivergent counsellor specialising in trauma, ADHD, autism, life transitions, and the menopause experience. I offer a safe, compassionate space where you can explore what’s holding you back and begin to reconnect with your strengths, confidence, and potential.
I believe healing is deeply personal. Therapy should move at your pace — never rushed, never forced — but grounded in respect for your readiness and resilience. Together, we’ll explore your story, understand what truly matters to you, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Hi, I'm Claire, and I'm an experienced therapist and hypnotherapist. I take a practical, kind, and non-judgmental approach in my work. I see adults, couples, elderly people, children, and teens. Although I work with whatever issue you want to address in therapy, I also specialise in the following areas: 1) anxiety and depression 2) ongoing or longer-term support, plus coping skills, for chronic or terminal illness e.g. long covid, IBS, Parkinson's or cancer 3) sex-informed couples counselling (not sex therapy, but we will talk about your sex life), and 4) dissociative disorders (depersonalisation/derealisation or DID spectrum).
Hi, I'm Claire, and I'm an experienced therapist and hypnotherapist. I take a practical, kind, and non-judgmental approach in my work. I see adults, couples, elderly people, children, and teens. Although I work with whatever issue you want to address in therapy, I also specialise in the following areas: 1) anxiety and depression 2) ongoing or longer-term support, plus coping skills, for chronic or terminal illness e.g. long covid, IBS, Parkinson's or cancer 3) sex-informed couples counselling (not sex therapy, but we will talk about your sex life), and 4) dissociative disorders (depersonalisation/derealisation or DID spectrum).
Life can be hard! In fact I don't think any of us can navigate life without experiencing difficulties or painful events. There is also a mountain of self help advice out there, that makes it almost impossible to work out what is best for you and your unique circumstances, when you already feel overwhelmed with life. You might feel lost, anxious, unmotivated, frustrated, resentful or a whole heap of conflicting emotions and you don't know where to start. You know how you don't want to feel - but making it happen feels...too hard. I want to help you. I want you to wake up without that bubbling anxiety in your stomach. You matter.
Life can be hard! In fact I don't think any of us can navigate life without experiencing difficulties or painful events. There is also a mountain of self help advice out there, that makes it almost impossible to work out what is best for you and your unique circumstances, when you already feel overwhelmed with life. You might feel lost, anxious, unmotivated, frustrated, resentful or a whole heap of conflicting emotions and you don't know where to start. You know how you don't want to feel - but making it happen feels...too hard. I want to help you. I want you to wake up without that bubbling anxiety in your stomach. You matter.
Hello, I’m Sophie, thank you for reading my profile. Clients often say that when faced with a life issue, it can be helpful to share how they are feeling with someone outside of family and friends. People often feel they have to hide parts of themselves, to cope with the outside world and need a safe space to talk with a meaningful connection to work things through and make the changes they want.
As a registered counsellor, I really believe that each of us has the essence and capacity to grow and that your life experiences deserve to be heard.
Hello, I’m Sophie, thank you for reading my profile. Clients often say that when faced with a life issue, it can be helpful to share how they are feeling with someone outside of family and friends. People often feel they have to hide parts of themselves, to cope with the outside world and need a safe space to talk with a meaningful connection to work things through and make the changes they want.
As a registered counsellor, I really believe that each of us has the essence and capacity to grow and that your life experiences deserve to be heard.
I am an integrative psychotherapist with 19 years of experience dedicated to helping you achieve happiness and fulfillment. Specializing in root-cause resolution of psychological symptoms, I believe change can be easier and quicker than you think. The toughest step is deciding to make a change. Through my work, I’ve seen the powerful connection between mind and body and witnessed incredible transformations. Imagine feeling better, calmer, and more clear-headed. Let’s embark on this journey together to unlock your potential and improve your well-being.
I am an integrative psychotherapist with 19 years of experience dedicated to helping you achieve happiness and fulfillment. Specializing in root-cause resolution of psychological symptoms, I believe change can be easier and quicker than you think. The toughest step is deciding to make a change. Through my work, I’ve seen the powerful connection between mind and body and witnessed incredible transformations. Imagine feeling better, calmer, and more clear-headed. Let’s embark on this journey together to unlock your potential and improve your well-being.
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How does neuro-linguistic programming work?
A therapist using Neuro-linguistic programming might start by building a strong rapport and gathering information about the client’s objectives and any problem areas. Then the NLP therapist will employ NLP techniques to guide their client toward healthier thoughts and behaviours. Clients will learn how to better manage their moods and hone their communication skills. NLP will conclude with the therapist and client making a plan for how to integrate the positive changes into their daily life in the future.
What are some techniques used in neuro-linguistic programming?
NLP therapists often employ anchoring, so the client begins to automatically associate their trigger with a healthier response. Clients also learn how to reframe a situation to change the way they react to it for the better, and how to replace the negative beliefs that are holding them back. Many NLP clients practice visualisation or forming a mental image of themselves attaining their goals. Every NLP therapist will have their own preferred approach with specific techniques that they have found to be helpful for their clients.
How long does neuro-linguistic programming take?
Since neuro-linguistic programming is not regulated, the length of treatment can vary greatly. Some therapists may only use NLP in a single session, while others may employ it over the course of weeks, months, or even years. It depends greatly on the type and severity of the problem being treated, as well as the individual client’s response to NLP treatment.
Is neuro-linguistic programming evidence-based?
While some people may find neuro-linguistic programming helpful, either in therapy or in their career or personal development, the science behind this approach is inconclusive. Most of the available studies are small in scale and have produced mixed results, and the commercial nature of NLP lends itself to conflicts of interest. More research is needed. In the meantime, practitioners must use their best judgment of whether NLP techniques will be helpful in meeting their clients’ individual needs.