Cancer Counselling in Angus
I am a compassionate and empathetic practitioner and tailor my therapeutic approach to meet your individual needs and preferences. I prefer to discuss the range of suitable therapies available to you to enable collaborative decisions around which approach would work best for any difficulty or situation. I prefer to work with adults from 16 years onwards. I place great importance on recognising the uniqueness of each individual and take care in building rapport a to engender a supportive working relationship.
I am a compassionate and empathetic practitioner and tailor my therapeutic approach to meet your individual needs and preferences. I prefer to discuss the range of suitable therapies available to you to enable collaborative decisions around which approach would work best for any difficulty or situation. I prefer to work with adults from 16 years onwards. I place great importance on recognising the uniqueness of each individual and take care in building rapport a to engender a supportive working relationship.
Welcome to Authentic Counselling. I am a pluralistic counsellor based in Carnoustie, Angus. As a pluralistic counsellor I hold the view that different things work for different people at different points in their life and that no client's experience is the same. I utilise methods and techniques from a number of different modalities in order to best meet the counselling needs/preferences of the clients whom engage with my service. Recently completed children matters course allowing me to work therapeutically with children from the age of 4. Completed couples counselling course in 2022 building on my experience and range of methods.
Welcome to Authentic Counselling. I am a pluralistic counsellor based in Carnoustie, Angus. As a pluralistic counsellor I hold the view that different things work for different people at different points in their life and that no client's experience is the same. I utilise methods and techniques from a number of different modalities in order to best meet the counselling needs/preferences of the clients whom engage with my service. Recently completed children matters course allowing me to work therapeutically with children from the age of 4. Completed couples counselling course in 2022 building on my experience and range of methods.
My aim is to work along side you, to help you make the changes you want, in a calm holding and gentle way. We work together to look at how your past has affected your present. You can decide, your future, with caring compassionate support.
My aim is to work along side you, to help you make the changes you want, in a calm holding and gentle way. We work together to look at how your past has affected your present. You can decide, your future, with caring compassionate support.
Everybody has problems so why should you go for counselling? Problems are part of everyday life, we all encounter them and fortunately we are able to solve them the majority of the time without any intervention.
Counselling may be beneficial to you if problems become all consuming and start to affect your personal happiness, perhaps take up a high percentage of your thinking time or in fact prevent you from doing day to day things. Today's fast pace of life does not always offer time to reflect on how we are feeling or help us understand why we become unhappy, low in mood and no longer enjoy life.
Everybody has problems so why should you go for counselling? Problems are part of everyday life, we all encounter them and fortunately we are able to solve them the majority of the time without any intervention.
Counselling may be beneficial to you if problems become all consuming and start to affect your personal happiness, perhaps take up a high percentage of your thinking time or in fact prevent you from doing day to day things. Today's fast pace of life does not always offer time to reflect on how we are feeling or help us understand why we become unhappy, low in mood and no longer enjoy life.
Every person is different, which means every treatment will be different too. I provide a range of psychological therapies that will be tailored to meet your needs. I work with people of all ages and backgrounds. Difficulties I work with include (but are not limited to): depression, anxiety, stress (including work, academic, or general life stress), loss and bereavement, panic, OCD, anger, trauma, life changes (e.g. birth, retirement, relationship ending), sexual difficulties, eating disorders, health anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and desire for personal development.
Every person is different, which means every treatment will be different too. I provide a range of psychological therapies that will be tailored to meet your needs. I work with people of all ages and backgrounds. Difficulties I work with include (but are not limited to): depression, anxiety, stress (including work, academic, or general life stress), loss and bereavement, panic, OCD, anger, trauma, life changes (e.g. birth, retirement, relationship ending), sexual difficulties, eating disorders, health anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and desire for personal development.
Modern life is difficult and we can all easily find ourselves in situations where we are struggling. Perhaps with addiction, anxiety, depression, low self esteem, relationship issues, mood disorders or behavioural difficulties. Our mental health can be negatively affected. Research highlights that receiving counselling from a counsellor or psychotherapist, in a safe, non-judgemental, confidential space can help us heal and grow. Drawing on a range of therapeutic tasks, with you in control, we can move towards your goals on your path to wellness and good mental health.
Modern life is difficult and we can all easily find ourselves in situations where we are struggling. Perhaps with addiction, anxiety, depression, low self esteem, relationship issues, mood disorders or behavioural difficulties. Our mental health can be negatively affected. Research highlights that receiving counselling from a counsellor or psychotherapist, in a safe, non-judgemental, confidential space can help us heal and grow. Drawing on a range of therapeutic tasks, with you in control, we can move towards your goals on your path to wellness and good mental health.
I work with a wide range of clients and have over 10 years experience of working with clients who have had a diagnosis of cancer.
I am an experienced counsellor with over 10 years experience of working with adult individuals and couples. I work with clients who are experiencing difficulties in their lives, such as: anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, panic, relationship issues, gender identity, life changes. I provide a safe and confidential environment for clients online. Each person is unique and experiences life in different ways. If your particular problem isn't listed here, don't let this put you off contacting me. I can offer short or long term counselling.
I work with a wide range of clients and have over 10 years experience of working with clients who have had a diagnosis of cancer.
I am an experienced counsellor with over 10 years experience of working with adult individuals and couples. I work with clients who are experiencing difficulties in their lives, such as: anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, panic, relationship issues, gender identity, life changes. I provide a safe and confidential environment for clients online. Each person is unique and experiences life in different ways. If your particular problem isn't listed here, don't let this put you off contacting me. I can offer short or long term counselling.
Minds Matter Counselling - Polly Booth
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I’ve worked with charities supporting those affected by cancer, bereavement, and discrimination.
I’m Polly — an accredited Psychotherapist and Counsellor, with both BACP and COSCA.
My approach is person-centred — grounded in empathy, respect, and non-judgement. I aim to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore what’s going on for you, at your pace, working towards greater clarity, resilience, and peace of mind.
I understand that reaching out can feel daunting. I aim to make the process as approachable and comfortable as possible, and to understand your experience from your perspective. My person-centred approach offers a safe space to explore your emotions, build resilience, and reconnect with who you are
I’ve worked with charities supporting those affected by cancer, bereavement, and discrimination.
I’m Polly — an accredited Psychotherapist and Counsellor, with both BACP and COSCA.
My approach is person-centred — grounded in empathy, respect, and non-judgement. I aim to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore what’s going on for you, at your pace, working towards greater clarity, resilience, and peace of mind.
I understand that reaching out can feel daunting. I aim to make the process as approachable and comfortable as possible, and to understand your experience from your perspective. My person-centred approach offers a safe space to explore your emotions, build resilience, and reconnect with who you are
Online Therapists
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.
Hi, I’m Tammy. Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you’re facing challenges in your relationship or within yourself. Many of my clients come to me feeling anxious, stuck, or struggling to cope, and couples often reach out when communication feels difficult or trust has been shaken.
Hi, I’m Tammy. Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you’re facing challenges in your relationship or within yourself. Many of my clients come to me feeling anxious, stuck, or struggling to cope, and couples often reach out when communication feels difficult or trust has been shaken.
I specialise in various areas, including but not limited to abuse, addiction, anger management, anxiety, bereavement, child-related issues, cultural issues, depression, identity, stress, pregnancy-related issues, relationships, self-esteem, self-harm, spiritual abuse, spirituality, and trauma. My expertise in these areas allows me to tailor therapy to meet the unique needs and goals of each client, promoting their overall well-being and personal development.
I specialise in various areas, including but not limited to abuse, addiction, anger management, anxiety, bereavement, child-related issues, cultural issues, depression, identity, stress, pregnancy-related issues, relationships, self-esteem, self-harm, spiritual abuse, spirituality, and trauma. My expertise in these areas allows me to tailor therapy to meet the unique needs and goals of each client, promoting their overall well-being and personal development.
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
I find the Person-Centred Approach fits my own philosophy as it has at its very core, an unshakable belief that all people are good. Person-Centred counselling believes that each and every person can, and will, become a more fully functioning person if given the correct conditions. The underpinning principles of the Person- Centred Approach are focused on the counsellor being honest, non-judgmental and fully accepting whilst being fully integrated in the relationship allowing the client to lead and set the pace. I aim to offer these conditions as best as I can during our relationship.
I find the Person-Centred Approach fits my own philosophy as it has at its very core, an unshakable belief that all people are good. Person-Centred counselling believes that each and every person can, and will, become a more fully functioning person if given the correct conditions. The underpinning principles of the Person- Centred Approach are focused on the counsellor being honest, non-judgmental and fully accepting whilst being fully integrated in the relationship allowing the client to lead and set the pace. I aim to offer these conditions as best as I can during our relationship.
NEW availability for Feb 2026: Tuesdays 11.45am and Thursday 8am
Working with individuals and couples, I will help you explore the issues you are experiencing in your life, relationships, friendships, family or career. Whatever you are struggling with, reach out and take the first step towards a new you. I offer a safe, non-judgmental & confidential space face to face or online. £60 one-to-one, £80 couples + concession rates too
NEW availability for Feb 2026: Tuesdays 11.45am and Thursday 8am
Working with individuals and couples, I will help you explore the issues you are experiencing in your life, relationships, friendships, family or career. Whatever you are struggling with, reach out and take the first step towards a new you. I offer a safe, non-judgmental & confidential space face to face or online. £60 one-to-one, £80 couples + concession rates too
Dr Cameron Cunningham
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Glasgow G2
Waitlist for new clients
Thanks for checking my profile! I work with clients presenting with all types of difficulties. My experiences include but are not limited to working with clients with OCD presentations, depression and generalized anxiety, traumatic childhoods, problems in relationships, in addition to self-harm and suicidal ideation. I am also skilled in trauma-informed approaches to therapy through years of working with refugee and asylum seeker populations. Most importantly, I am here to help you discover your true potential and support you through difficulties you may be experiencing in your life
Thanks for checking my profile! I work with clients presenting with all types of difficulties. My experiences include but are not limited to working with clients with OCD presentations, depression and generalized anxiety, traumatic childhoods, problems in relationships, in addition to self-harm and suicidal ideation. I am also skilled in trauma-informed approaches to therapy through years of working with refugee and asylum seeker populations. Most importantly, I am here to help you discover your true potential and support you through difficulties you may be experiencing in your life
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you are facing complicated relationships or the loss of someone, carrying past trauma, feeling the pressures of parenthood or navigating a significant life transition, I am here to support you. I have years of experience in supporting adults through a variety of life challenges. Originally from France with Asian parents, I have worked with people from diverse backgrounds, which has deepened my respect for each person’s story and perspective. Through my own experience, I understand how navigating change and uncertainty can feel difficult, while also holding the potential for growth.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you are facing complicated relationships or the loss of someone, carrying past trauma, feeling the pressures of parenthood or navigating a significant life transition, I am here to support you. I have years of experience in supporting adults through a variety of life challenges. Originally from France with Asian parents, I have worked with people from diverse backgrounds, which has deepened my respect for each person’s story and perspective. Through my own experience, I understand how navigating change and uncertainty can feel difficult, while also holding the potential for growth.
As an integrative CBT therapist, I can support an array of mental health disorders and have experience working with depression, addiction, anxiety, bereavement, stress, self esteem, sexual challenge, relationship and trauma. Drawing on multiple therapy models and researched support, I will adapt to work best with you through your therapeutic journey.
As an integrative CBT therapist, I can support an array of mental health disorders and have experience working with depression, addiction, anxiety, bereavement, stress, self esteem, sexual challenge, relationship and trauma. Drawing on multiple therapy models and researched support, I will adapt to work best with you through your therapeutic journey.
I’m an experienced and Accredited Therapist with a specific focus in treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). I have also recovered from OCD myself.
Additionally, I have significant experience treating Anxiety, Addictions and Traumatic Stress.
I use a range of effective approaches to help treat these difficulties. I believe that everyone deserves to be heard and supported. Together, we can navigate your challenges, and develop effective strategies that empower you toward lasting change. You can be free from your problems.
I look forward to working alongside you on this journey.
I’m an experienced and Accredited Therapist with a specific focus in treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). I have also recovered from OCD myself.
Additionally, I have significant experience treating Anxiety, Addictions and Traumatic Stress.
I use a range of effective approaches to help treat these difficulties. I believe that everyone deserves to be heard and supported. Together, we can navigate your challenges, and develop effective strategies that empower you toward lasting change. You can be free from your problems.
I look forward to working alongside you on this journey.
I specialise in Sex and Relationship Therapy and offer talking therapy for couples and individuals with sexual problems. These include vaginismus, painful sex, difficulty achieving orgasm, loss of desire for sex, erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation. I have particular experience in working with those impacted by past sexual trauma, abuse or assault. I am specifically trained and qualified to work with sex and porn addiction(s). I also work with partners of sex/porn addicts who are perhaps struggling with their partner’s addiction, working with the distress, betrayal, shock and trauma they may be experiencing.
I specialise in Sex and Relationship Therapy and offer talking therapy for couples and individuals with sexual problems. These include vaginismus, painful sex, difficulty achieving orgasm, loss of desire for sex, erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation. I have particular experience in working with those impacted by past sexual trauma, abuse or assault. I am specifically trained and qualified to work with sex and porn addiction(s). I also work with partners of sex/porn addicts who are perhaps struggling with their partner’s addiction, working with the distress, betrayal, shock and trauma they may be experiencing.
I offer compassionate online and in-person counselling in Edinburgh and across the UK for adults, children & young people, students, and seniors.
Whether you’re facing current difficulties, working through long-term challenges, or seeking personal growth, I provide a safe, supportive space to explore what matters most to you.
My approach is grounded in person-centred therapy, where empathy, respect, and genuine connection are central. I also incorporate psychodynamic insights to explore how your past may influence your present, uncovering patterns that can feel hard to shift.
I offer compassionate online and in-person counselling in Edinburgh and across the UK for adults, children & young people, students, and seniors.
Whether you’re facing current difficulties, working through long-term challenges, or seeking personal growth, I provide a safe, supportive space to explore what matters most to you.
My approach is grounded in person-centred therapy, where empathy, respect, and genuine connection are central. I also incorporate psychodynamic insights to explore how your past may influence your present, uncovering patterns that can feel hard to shift.
Cancer Counsellors
How does cancer affect mental health?
A cancer diagnosis is a major life event that can significantly influence the mental health of any individual. Being diagnosed with cancer often introduces a sense of uncertainty about the future, which can cause clients to experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, and significant distress. Many cancer patients may also worry about the toll that their diagnosis may have on their family, their physical health, their job, and their financial situation. The compounding of such stressors can also decrease mental health in clients and may lead to additional symptoms that can influence mental health, such as sleeping difficulties or social withdrawal.
What is the best psychological therapy for cancer patients?
The best type of psychological therapy for cancer patients is highly dependent on the needs of the individual. The therapy type that a client benefits from may also depend on what stage of the cancer journey they are in. Recently diagnosed cancer patients, for instance, may benefit from therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which can help clients develop skills to manage the emotional distress that comes with a cancer diagnosis. Alternatively, cancer patients further along in their journey may benefit from therapies like Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) or other forms of mindfulness therapy to help manage symptoms or physical pain associated with treatment. Clients may also consider group therapy, which offers cancer patients an opportunity to receive support from other individuals dealing with a cancer diagnosis.
Are there any risks or drawbacks in going to therapy while dealing with cancer?
Although attending therapy while dealing with a cancer diagnosis can be helpful, one major concern for cancer patients can be the financial cost of seeking therapy. Many therapists are out-of-network, meaning they do not accept insurance, and thus clients are expected to pay the entirety of the session fee. Since many cancer patients may be out of work as a result of their diagnosis or cancer treatment regimen, the costs of therapy sessions can be substantial. Luckily, many cancer centers and local clinics may offer free or substantially reduced-cost counselling services to cancer patients and their families. In addition, cancer patients may be eligible for grants or other forms of funding from local agencies and nonprofits to seek therapy for their cancer diagnosis. Such opportunities can be very helpful for cancer patients, as they allow clients to obtain the benefits of therapy without the financial strain.
How long does cancer therapy typically last?
The length of cancer therapy depends on the needs of each client. In some cases, cancer patients may only require therapeutic support during the period following their initial diagnosis—to help manage the uncertainty and shock of a cancer diagnosis. In other cases, clients may choose to receive therapy throughout their treatment, and even following, their cancer journey. Pursuing therapy for a longer period of time can help clients develop a deeper relationship with their therapist and provide opportunity to process the challenges presented by cancer treatment, such as physical pain, and challenges associated with cancer survivorship, such as ongoing identity concerns, physical limitations, or relationship challenges.