Body Image Counselling in Bearsden
Therapy is a collaborative journey where your active participation shapes the path forward. I provide consistent support and encouragement, and we'll establish realistic goals to enhance your well-being. With empathy and respect, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to explore difficulties, promote healing, and foster personal growth.If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out. I understand the uncertainties of this process and will address them with you.
From Anxiety to Your work-life balance, there is a path forward.
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Therapy is a collaborative journey where your active participation shapes the path forward. I provide consistent support and encouragement, and we'll establish realistic goals to enhance your well-being. With empathy and respect, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to explore difficulties, promote healing, and foster personal growth.If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out. I understand the uncertainties of this process and will address them with you.
From Anxiety to Your work-life balance, there is a path forward.
(No, I couldn't think of a Z).
Welcome to my profile. I offer a supportive, non-judgemental space where you can learn to reduce and manage unwanted emotions, thoughts and memories, resulting in positive lasting life changes. Perhaps you struggle with low self-esteem or anxiety? You may have experienced trauma that continues to affect your relationships. Together, we can address these issues and introduce self-management techniques which will enable you to regain a sense of happiness, control and empowerment throughout your life.
Welcome to my profile. I offer a supportive, non-judgemental space where you can learn to reduce and manage unwanted emotions, thoughts and memories, resulting in positive lasting life changes. Perhaps you struggle with low self-esteem or anxiety? You may have experienced trauma that continues to affect your relationships. Together, we can address these issues and introduce self-management techniques which will enable you to regain a sense of happiness, control and empowerment throughout your life.
Hi, I’m Dr Sally McVicar, a Clinical Psychologist with a special interest in adult and older adult mental health. We all experience times when we feel stuck and unable to move forward, sometimes we need a bit more support to work out how to live our best life.
I also offer tailored support for carers who are navigating the emotional demands of looking after a loved one.
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, struggling with loss, or just not feeling like yourself, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself. I offer a safe, supportive space where we can work together to work things out.
Hi, I’m Dr Sally McVicar, a Clinical Psychologist with a special interest in adult and older adult mental health. We all experience times when we feel stuck and unable to move forward, sometimes we need a bit more support to work out how to live our best life.
I also offer tailored support for carers who are navigating the emotional demands of looking after a loved one.
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, struggling with loss, or just not feeling like yourself, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself. I offer a safe, supportive space where we can work together to work things out.
Welcome! I'm Seona, a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Nurse Therapist offering in-person and online support to young people with compassion and hope.
I support with anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem, OCD, suicidal thoughts, self-harm and eating disorders.
I have 10 years professional experience in CAMHS and have completed my post graduate certificate in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) which is an evidence based treatment for anxiety and depression. I have worked in an OCD research/clinical service team providing Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP), which is the gold standard treatment for OCD.
Welcome! I'm Seona, a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Nurse Therapist offering in-person and online support to young people with compassion and hope.
I support with anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem, OCD, suicidal thoughts, self-harm and eating disorders.
I have 10 years professional experience in CAMHS and have completed my post graduate certificate in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) which is an evidence based treatment for anxiety and depression. I have worked in an OCD research/clinical service team providing Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP), which is the gold standard treatment for OCD.
My ideal client is one who wants to make something in therapy. Whether that is to make sense of a problematic issue, make changes to behaviours and relationships, make plans for the future, make peace with the past or even literally make something to symbolize and/or honour an important experience in your life.
I faciliate this by making space for the client to process their presenting issues in a curious and deliberate manner
My ideal client is one who wants to make something in therapy. Whether that is to make sense of a problematic issue, make changes to behaviours and relationships, make plans for the future, make peace with the past or even literally make something to symbolize and/or honour an important experience in your life.
I faciliate this by making space for the client to process their presenting issues in a curious and deliberate manner
Do you feel you would like your relationship to be in a better place? Perhaps you're going through a life transition, such as becoming parents, or you're raising a family and you would love to find that spark between you as a couple again. Have you noticed a distance between you, and that you miss the closeness and intimacy you once shared? Maybe your relationship has reached a crisis point such as an affair and you're looking to help your relationship heal. Or maybe communication has become an issue, leaving you feeling that your true needs are not being met and you would like to understand each other better.
Do you feel you would like your relationship to be in a better place? Perhaps you're going through a life transition, such as becoming parents, or you're raising a family and you would love to find that spark between you as a couple again. Have you noticed a distance between you, and that you miss the closeness and intimacy you once shared? Maybe your relationship has reached a crisis point such as an affair and you're looking to help your relationship heal. Or maybe communication has become an issue, leaving you feeling that your true needs are not being met and you would like to understand each other better.
Are you autistic, have ADHD or are multiple neurodivergent and looking for support? As a Health Psychologist, I work holistically to consider your mental and physical health. Having lived experience of being a neurodivergent Psychologist, I am also uniquely skilled in supporting neurodivergent clients with life coaching (ADHD, sensory challenges and advocacy), self-esteem and diagnosing ADHD and Autism. I currently provide gold standard and thorough ADHD and autism assessments for adolescents (16+) and adults. Please contact the admin email on my website for this.
Are you autistic, have ADHD or are multiple neurodivergent and looking for support? As a Health Psychologist, I work holistically to consider your mental and physical health. Having lived experience of being a neurodivergent Psychologist, I am also uniquely skilled in supporting neurodivergent clients with life coaching (ADHD, sensory challenges and advocacy), self-esteem and diagnosing ADHD and Autism. I currently provide gold standard and thorough ADHD and autism assessments for adolescents (16+) and adults. Please contact the admin email on my website for this.
Sometimes the ways we’ve always handled things just aren't enough. You may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed anxious, depressed, stressed, or are simply disconnected from the person you want to be – but you don’t have to navigate those feelings alone. My approach is rooted in the confidence that you have what it takes to adapt and overcome the challenges facing you. I won’t offer "quick fixes" or give you a label; instead, I offer a non-judgmental space in which you can examine your experiences openly and productively.
Sometimes the ways we’ve always handled things just aren't enough. You may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed anxious, depressed, stressed, or are simply disconnected from the person you want to be – but you don’t have to navigate those feelings alone. My approach is rooted in the confidence that you have what it takes to adapt and overcome the challenges facing you. I won’t offer "quick fixes" or give you a label; instead, I offer a non-judgmental space in which you can examine your experiences openly and productively.
We all encounter times in our lives where we may feel anxious, sad, angry, or stuck in a pattern of unhelpful behaviour. This can impact our day to day lives, our relationship with ourselves and our relationship with others.
We know that something must change but might not be entirely sure how to move forward.
By offering a warm, safe and supportive space I can help you. I use a blend of psychodynamic and trauma-informed therapy to support people in understanding themselves more deeply and feeling more grounded and present in everyday life.
We all encounter times in our lives where we may feel anxious, sad, angry, or stuck in a pattern of unhelpful behaviour. This can impact our day to day lives, our relationship with ourselves and our relationship with others.
We know that something must change but might not be entirely sure how to move forward.
By offering a warm, safe and supportive space I can help you. I use a blend of psychodynamic and trauma-informed therapy to support people in understanding themselves more deeply and feeling more grounded and present in everyday life.
I offer one-to-one counselling for adults. If you're dealing with anxiety, stress, low mood, low self-esteem, relationship issues, or OCD, we'll work together to make sure your therapy is meaningful and effective for you.
I offer one-to-one counselling for adults. If you're dealing with anxiety, stress, low mood, low self-esteem, relationship issues, or OCD, we'll work together to make sure your therapy is meaningful and effective for you.
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My approach to therapy is founded in the belief that every individual deserves a safe and compassionate space to address their challenges and work towards their well-being. Drawing from my training, I use an integrative approach and value each client's unique experiences, beliefs, and cultural background, recognising that effective therapy must adapt to the diverse array of human experience. I firmly believe that everyone has the capacity to reach their full potential and I am dedicated to walking alongside individuals on their journey of self-healing
My approach to therapy is founded in the belief that every individual deserves a safe and compassionate space to address their challenges and work towards their well-being. Drawing from my training, I use an integrative approach and value each client's unique experiences, beliefs, and cultural background, recognising that effective therapy must adapt to the diverse array of human experience. I firmly believe that everyone has the capacity to reach their full potential and I am dedicated to walking alongside individuals on their journey of self-healing
My name is Nicola and I am an integrative counsellor registered with the BACP.
I believe everyone is unique and so is their path to healing. My approach blends a range of therapeutic techniques, drawing from CBT, Psychodynamic, Humanistic and Mindfulness Based Practices. This flexibility allows me to tailor sessions to your specific needs.
I create a warm, supportive space where we can explore your thoughts, emotions and experiences at a pace that feels right for you. Let’s work together to create meaningful and lasting change.
My name is Nicola and I am an integrative counsellor registered with the BACP.
I believe everyone is unique and so is their path to healing. My approach blends a range of therapeutic techniques, drawing from CBT, Psychodynamic, Humanistic and Mindfulness Based Practices. This flexibility allows me to tailor sessions to your specific needs.
I create a warm, supportive space where we can explore your thoughts, emotions and experiences at a pace that feels right for you. Let’s work together to create meaningful and lasting change.
It’s a big step to come to therapy, especially if you’ve had a lifetime of feeling different and not understood or heard. Maybe you experience anxiety and it’s starting to impact your life? Perhaps you have poor self-esteem and would like to set better boundaries? Have you or someone you care about recently received an autism or ADHD diagnosis and you’re having complicated feelings, not sure what to do now? Are you keen to please others but really harsh on yourself? I regularly work with people who answer 'yes' to these types of question.
It’s a big step to come to therapy, especially if you’ve had a lifetime of feeling different and not understood or heard. Maybe you experience anxiety and it’s starting to impact your life? Perhaps you have poor self-esteem and would like to set better boundaries? Have you or someone you care about recently received an autism or ADHD diagnosis and you’re having complicated feelings, not sure what to do now? Are you keen to please others but really harsh on yourself? I regularly work with people who answer 'yes' to these types of question.
Looking for neuro-affirming therapy that understands why life can feel so heavy? Maybe you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or like everyone else got a "manual for life" you somehow missed. If you are neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, or having difficulties navigating relationships on your own terms, you have found the right place.
I offer a tailored, affirming approach for deeply feeling, anxious, and neurodivergent adults. I also specialise in sex and relationship therapy for individuals, couples, and multi-partnered folks. You aren't broken. You don't have to carry this alone.
Looking for neuro-affirming therapy that understands why life can feel so heavy? Maybe you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or like everyone else got a "manual for life" you somehow missed. If you are neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, or having difficulties navigating relationships on your own terms, you have found the right place.
I offer a tailored, affirming approach for deeply feeling, anxious, and neurodivergent adults. I also specialise in sex and relationship therapy for individuals, couples, and multi-partnered folks. You aren't broken. You don't have to carry this alone.
I have a genuine desire to help others who are experiencing difficulties with their low mood. If I were to ask you how your mood has been lately what would you say? Irritable, frustrated and angry with bouts of crying, tearfulness or distress. Have you been struggling with relationships, your job, a significant loss maybe or feel very alone just now? Is it starting to affect your sleep, appetite and your day to day living which is starting to feel more like an effort. Living with depressions doesn't have to be so difficult, understanding and making sense of it all can help. This is where i come in.
I have a genuine desire to help others who are experiencing difficulties with their low mood. If I were to ask you how your mood has been lately what would you say? Irritable, frustrated and angry with bouts of crying, tearfulness or distress. Have you been struggling with relationships, your job, a significant loss maybe or feel very alone just now? Is it starting to affect your sleep, appetite and your day to day living which is starting to feel more like an effort. Living with depressions doesn't have to be so difficult, understanding and making sense of it all can help. This is where i come in.
I support people who feel stuck in challenging patterns with food and body image, trapped by panic attacks, or avoid places because of anxiety.
No one is 'broken', and we all have the ability to heal. We focus on changes we can make now to ease the impact of the past, find new ways to cope, and (re)connect with a more positive sense of self and wellbeing. I believe any level of pain or suffering deserves time, space and care, and I work with you at your pace, to find the best ways to ease this pain.
I support people who feel stuck in challenging patterns with food and body image, trapped by panic attacks, or avoid places because of anxiety.
No one is 'broken', and we all have the ability to heal. We focus on changes we can make now to ease the impact of the past, find new ways to cope, and (re)connect with a more positive sense of self and wellbeing. I believe any level of pain or suffering deserves time, space and care, and I work with you at your pace, to find the best ways to ease this pain.
People who work with me often look okay on the outside but are struggling inside. They’re often critical of themselves, or feel overwhelmed, avoid and shut down. They may find themselves stuck in their thoughts ruminating and overthinking, or find that their past continues to impact their lives and relationships here and now. I provide an accepting and empathetic space to make sense of what you are experiencing and builds way to respond, work through, and transform the patterns keeping you stuck to build better wellbeing and move towards the life you want.
People who work with me often look okay on the outside but are struggling inside. They’re often critical of themselves, or feel overwhelmed, avoid and shut down. They may find themselves stuck in their thoughts ruminating and overthinking, or find that their past continues to impact their lives and relationships here and now. I provide an accepting and empathetic space to make sense of what you are experiencing and builds way to respond, work through, and transform the patterns keeping you stuck to build better wellbeing and move towards the life you want.
Therapy is a space to be, a gift of self-care. This is an opportunity to receive, to be heard, to learn healthy and adaptive ways to be in relationship with self and others. My approach is wholistic, integrative, and intuitive; guiding you to identify, feel, and understand your needs and emotions, reset and nurture the nervous system, learn to hold boundaries, and connect to your authentic self. Helping identify and transmute beliefs that no longer serve, from "I'm not good enough" to "I am worthy"; moving from fear to love & acceptance. Helping the mind-brain to communicate and ground into your heart and body.
Therapy is a space to be, a gift of self-care. This is an opportunity to receive, to be heard, to learn healthy and adaptive ways to be in relationship with self and others. My approach is wholistic, integrative, and intuitive; guiding you to identify, feel, and understand your needs and emotions, reset and nurture the nervous system, learn to hold boundaries, and connect to your authentic self. Helping identify and transmute beliefs that no longer serve, from "I'm not good enough" to "I am worthy"; moving from fear to love & acceptance. Helping the mind-brain to communicate and ground into your heart and body.
Harmony counselling and wellbeing
Based in Mossblown, south Ayrshire
My name is Annie and i am a BACP registered integrative counsellor and mental health practitioner. Navigating life is challenging for all of us. Navigating life with unhealed trauma, unresolved grief, anxiety and panic, chronic pain can be debilitating. Working together, you and i will explore issues that feel demanding, overwhelming and exhausting.
Harmony counselling and wellbeing
Based in Mossblown, south Ayrshire
My name is Annie and i am a BACP registered integrative counsellor and mental health practitioner. Navigating life is challenging for all of us. Navigating life with unhealed trauma, unresolved grief, anxiety and panic, chronic pain can be debilitating. Working together, you and i will explore issues that feel demanding, overwhelming and exhausting.
I’ve worked with many men, teenagers and young adults. If you've ever spoken at length and not felt heard or understood or if you've reached a point where something has to give, you aren't alone. If you're wondering if your problems aren't severe enough for therapy, be assured, there is no threshold or minimum. You deserve care and support. All you need is the desire and determination to change, to make things better, to heal and to move forward. Whether it’s childhood trauma, work stress, anxiety, your health, relationship issues or you just find some days that bit too difficult, I'm here to help you find the change you crave.
I’ve worked with many men, teenagers and young adults. If you've ever spoken at length and not felt heard or understood or if you've reached a point where something has to give, you aren't alone. If you're wondering if your problems aren't severe enough for therapy, be assured, there is no threshold or minimum. You deserve care and support. All you need is the desire and determination to change, to make things better, to heal and to move forward. Whether it’s childhood trauma, work stress, anxiety, your health, relationship issues or you just find some days that bit too difficult, I'm here to help you find the change you crave.
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Body Image Counsellors
How does body image affect mental health?
Poor body image can influence mental health because it can reduce self-esteem and decrease functioning in other areas of one's life. Negative body image may hinder someone's ability to perform daily tasks, including professional and social responsibilities, because they may feel self-conscious or shame surrounding their appearance; a desire to change one's body as a result of negative body image can also trigger behaviors such as extreme dieting, excessive exercise, or obsessive social media comparison. Poor body image is associated with a number of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, and eating disorders, although many people experience negative body image even in the absence of meeting the diagnostic criteria for any mental health disorders.
What does it mean to have a positive body image?
Body image refers to how one internally perceives their appearance and internally "talks" to themself about their body. Positive body image is therefore indicative of a positive perception of one's self and positive internal self-talk that underscores one's strengths. People who have good body image often have higher self-esteem, self-worth, and self-confidence, and they also often recognise how external factors, such as social media or relationship patterns, can influence body image. While body image can change at different life stages and in response to various triggers, practicing self-acceptance and a body-positive mindset can help maintain a more stable sense of positive body image.
Is body image the same as self-esteem?
Body image and self-esteem are often related, but they are distinct concepts. Self-esteem is a broader term that can be shaped by a number of factors outside of body image, including one's functioning at school or in the workplace; it refers to one's capacity to handle various life challenges. Poor body image can be one way in which one's self-esteem is reduced. Reduced self-esteem as a result of poor body image can cause individuals to feel negative about their appearance, withdraw from social interactions, and/or rely on harmful behaviours as a coping mechanism. A "body positive" approach to body image therapy is therefore often used to encourage a more positive view of one's self and thus encourage better self-esteem.
What type of therapy is best to foster a positive body image?
The type of therapy best suited to improve body image depends on each person, as there is not a single therapy specific to body image improvement. That said, many individuals with poor body image benefit from therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based therapy. CBT can be used to help challenge distorted or negative thoughts about one's body, while ACT and mindfulness practices can facilitate a more positive body image through self-acceptance and identification of one's personal strengths. Regardless of treatment type, clients should look for body image therapists who encourage the development of a sense of self outside of their external appearance and help clients reduce unwanted behaviours developed as a result of poor self-esteem, such as dieting or disordered eating patterns.