Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Counselling in Bonnyrigg

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Carolyn Cassidy
Counsellor, MBACP
Bonnyrigg EH19
Hello and a warm welcome. Counselling is a process in which a trained therapist can help you to understand and deal with difficult emotions that you may be experiencing. These can be linked with previous difficult life experiences. People often seek counselling when they are going through challenging times in their lives. You may be feeling low, anxious or depressed. I can help you make sense of what is happening and try to help you to find ways of dealing with this.
Hello and a warm welcome. Counselling is a process in which a trained therapist can help you to understand and deal with difficult emotions that you may be experiencing. These can be linked with previous difficult life experiences. People often seek counselling when they are going through challenging times in their lives. You may be feeling low, anxious or depressed. I can help you make sense of what is happening and try to help you to find ways of dealing with this.
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Stuart Benney Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Bonnyrigg EH19
I also draw on attachment-based approaches to explore how past relationships may shape the present, and use CBT to look at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviours connect.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, trauma, loss, low self-esteem, and life transitions. Many clients come feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves. My practice is welcoming to people from all walks of life, including LGBTQ+ individuals, neurodivergent people, and those in diverse relationships. Together, we create a safe, supportive space where you can explore your experiences, gain insight, build resilience, and move towards a life that feels more fulfilling and authentic.
I also draw on attachment-based approaches to explore how past relationships may shape the present, and use CBT to look at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviours connect.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, trauma, loss, low self-esteem, and life transitions. Many clients come feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves. My practice is welcoming to people from all walks of life, including LGBTQ+ individuals, neurodivergent people, and those in diverse relationships. Together, we create a safe, supportive space where you can explore your experiences, gain insight, build resilience, and move towards a life that feels more fulfilling and authentic.
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Dr Catriona Jack
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
I am grounded in CBT & Person Centred Therapy and utilise scientific based practice underpinned by evidence.
Do you feel a bit lost, frustrated, down or hopeless and unsure of how to make changes? Perhaps you feel like you are repeating the same life patterns. You may feel like you have tried everything and are on your last attempt. Well done for taking this step as I understand how daunting it can be, having done so myself. Lots of people are unsure of what to expect, fear being judged, or have difficulty opening up. I believe we could all benefit from therapy at times. How often do you have someone listen entirely to you in life? Choosing the right therapist can be overwhelming and its important we connect first in a free 15 minute call.
I am grounded in CBT & Person Centred Therapy and utilise scientific based practice underpinned by evidence.
Do you feel a bit lost, frustrated, down or hopeless and unsure of how to make changes? Perhaps you feel like you are repeating the same life patterns. You may feel like you have tried everything and are on your last attempt. Well done for taking this step as I understand how daunting it can be, having done so myself. Lots of people are unsure of what to expect, fear being judged, or have difficulty opening up. I believe we could all benefit from therapy at times. How often do you have someone listen entirely to you in life? Choosing the right therapist can be overwhelming and its important we connect first in a free 15 minute call.
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Mhairi Spence
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I combine evidence-based tools ( CBT, mindfulness, compassion-focused practice) with a person-centred style so every plan is realistic and relevant to your life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety or burnout? Do you feel stuck and unable to cope with life's difficulties? I support adults to feel calmer, more confident and find practical ways forward — face-to-face in Roslin (near Edinburgh) and online across the UK. If work, relationships or life changes are leaving you exhausted, stuck or on edge, counselling can help. I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where you can be heard and start to make sense of what’s happening. Together we’ll explore what’s getting in the way, and I’ll help you develop simple, practical tools you can use in day-to-day life.
I combine evidence-based tools ( CBT, mindfulness, compassion-focused practice) with a person-centred style so every plan is realistic and relevant to your life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety or burnout? Do you feel stuck and unable to cope with life's difficulties? I support adults to feel calmer, more confident and find practical ways forward — face-to-face in Roslin (near Edinburgh) and online across the UK. If work, relationships or life changes are leaving you exhausted, stuck or on edge, counselling can help. I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where you can be heard and start to make sense of what’s happening. Together we’ll explore what’s getting in the way, and I’ll help you develop simple, practical tools you can use in day-to-day life.
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Tracy Carlisle
Counsellor
Serves Area
I blend attachment-based, CBT, humanistic, person-centred, and psychodynamic approaches to tailor our work to your needs.
I extend you a warm welcome to my profile. Perhaps you or your adolescent are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or simply drained from holding everything together? If you are, what I can offer is a warm, non-judgmental space, either online or in person, where you can speak openly and feel genuinely heard. I work with adults and adolescents (13+) navigating the challenges of anxiety & depression, bereavement & loss, low self-esteem and relationships.
I blend attachment-based, CBT, humanistic, person-centred, and psychodynamic approaches to tailor our work to your needs.
I extend you a warm welcome to my profile. Perhaps you or your adolescent are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or simply drained from holding everything together? If you are, what I can offer is a warm, non-judgmental space, either online or in person, where you can speak openly and feel genuinely heard. I work with adults and adolescents (13+) navigating the challenges of anxiety & depression, bereavement & loss, low self-esteem and relationships.
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Lianne Brodie
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Edinburgh EH10
Using the CBT framework we will look at how your thoughts, emotions and behaviour are all interlinked.
Hello and welcome to my page. Sometimes our problems can seem overwhelming and out of control. We may experience unhelpful thinking and act in ways that may be out of character. The hardest part can be reaching out and asking for help. The good news is counselling can benefit so many. I know from personal experience that talking therapy can have positive, long lasting effects. I offer online and sessions in nature.
Using the CBT framework we will look at how your thoughts, emotions and behaviour are all interlinked.
Hello and welcome to my page. Sometimes our problems can seem overwhelming and out of control. We may experience unhelpful thinking and act in ways that may be out of character. The hardest part can be reaching out and asking for help. The good news is counselling can benefit so many. I know from personal experience that talking therapy can have positive, long lasting effects. I offer online and sessions in nature.
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Refana Saleem Saleem
Counsellor, MSc, PMCOSCA
Serves Area
I have vast experience of working in areas such as: Affairs, Communication Breakdown, Conflict, Abuse, and Trauma. I work with each person's uniqueness in diverse situations including supporting each individual to find more satisfying ways to manage the challenges they are experiencing such as Anxiety, Low Mood, Depression or even Bereavement . I also offer Supervision to Counsellors and those in the helping professions. I also offer telephone and Online Counselling. I am a COSCA Practitioner Member. I have a Masters in Counselling from Abertay University. I have a Diploma in Relationship Counselling and I am also a Trainer.
I have vast experience of working in areas such as: Affairs, Communication Breakdown, Conflict, Abuse, and Trauma. I work with each person's uniqueness in diverse situations including supporting each individual to find more satisfying ways to manage the challenges they are experiencing such as Anxiety, Low Mood, Depression or even Bereavement . I also offer Supervision to Counsellors and those in the helping professions. I also offer telephone and Online Counselling. I am a COSCA Practitioner Member. I have a Masters in Counselling from Abertay University. I have a Diploma in Relationship Counselling and I am also a Trainer.
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Marie Finlay
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
3 Endorsed
Lauder TD2
I use a holistic approach to therapy that combines CBT, mindfulness, and compassion for personalised support.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, self-doubt, or life’s daily pressures? I support adults, young people and children to manage anxiety, build resilience, and regain a sense of control in their lives. Avoidant behaviours such as withdrawal, procrastination, or overreliance on screens often mask deeper emotional distress. Through a compassionate and practical approach, I help clients uncover these patterns, develop healthier coping strategies, and build lasting confidence.
I use a holistic approach to therapy that combines CBT, mindfulness, and compassion for personalised support.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, self-doubt, or life’s daily pressures? I support adults, young people and children to manage anxiety, build resilience, and regain a sense of control in their lives. Avoidant behaviours such as withdrawal, procrastination, or overreliance on screens often mask deeper emotional distress. Through a compassionate and practical approach, I help clients uncover these patterns, develop healthier coping strategies, and build lasting confidence.
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Dr Maciej Iwanowicz
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a counselling psychologist who has a broad experience in both psychology and psychotherapy. When working together I will always prioritise your individual needs. Even though I have my own style of therapy I will always make sure to collaborate with you and to be as flexible as needed so we are always on the same page when working together. I hope to create a non-judgemental, safe and hopefully very comfortable environment where you can feel heard and understood.
I am a counselling psychologist who has a broad experience in both psychology and psychotherapy. When working together I will always prioritise your individual needs. Even though I have my own style of therapy I will always make sure to collaborate with you and to be as flexible as needed so we are always on the same page when working together. I hope to create a non-judgemental, safe and hopefully very comfortable environment where you can feel heard and understood.
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Dr Hannah Prince-Llewellyn
Psychologist, HCPC - Sport Psych.
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to get everything right? You're not alone. The constant push for productivity and perfection can leave you feeling drained, anxious, and disconnected from yourself. Clients come to me feeling lonely in their struggle, believing they should handle it alone. They want a safe space to be vulnerable, explore their feelings, and reconnect with themselves. My goal is to help you move from a place of constant pressure and criticism to a life of meaning and self-compassion.
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Helen Peters: EMDR and CBT
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
I specialise in remote EMDR and CBT for overcoming a range of issues including past trauma and current anxiety related symptoms.
Many of the people I work with feel stuck in patterns they understand intellectually but cannot seem to change. They may struggle with anxiety, low self-worth, people-pleasing, perfectionism, relationship difficulties, trauma, or the lasting effects of earlier experiences. Some have had previous therapy and gained insight, yet still find themselves reacting in ways they would like to change. Through EMDR and attachment-informed therapy, I help clients process the experiences that continue to influence the present and create lasting change.
I specialise in remote EMDR and CBT for overcoming a range of issues including past trauma and current anxiety related symptoms.
Many of the people I work with feel stuck in patterns they understand intellectually but cannot seem to change. They may struggle with anxiety, low self-worth, people-pleasing, perfectionism, relationship difficulties, trauma, or the lasting effects of earlier experiences. Some have had previous therapy and gained insight, yet still find themselves reacting in ways they would like to change. Through EMDR and attachment-informed therapy, I help clients process the experiences that continue to influence the present and create lasting change.
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Dr Bethany Brown
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Edinburgh EH12
I am passionate about forming strong therapeutic relationships to enable us to work in collaboration towards your personal goals. I have worked in psychology services since 2008 and as a Clinical Psychologist in highly specialist teams within the NHS since 2015. I became an EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner in 2024. I have specialist experience in working with people living with physical health conditions, as well as working with people who are dealing with challenging life stressors. I am experienced in drawing upon a number of evidenced based approaches and tailoring therapy to my clients needs, goals and values.
I am passionate about forming strong therapeutic relationships to enable us to work in collaboration towards your personal goals. I have worked in psychology services since 2008 and as a Clinical Psychologist in highly specialist teams within the NHS since 2015. I became an EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner in 2024. I have specialist experience in working with people living with physical health conditions, as well as working with people who are dealing with challenging life stressors. I am experienced in drawing upon a number of evidenced based approaches and tailoring therapy to my clients needs, goals and values.
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Creative Sport Mind
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Sport Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I use a person-centred approach and integrate elements from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy and Mindfulness Based Interventions, based on your needs.
Welcome! I'm Dr Zoi, founder of Creative Sport Mind. I provide performance psychology support to help you better understand yourself and reach your full potential. I have 10 years of experience in educational, mental health and elite sporting environments. Areas of expertise: self-criticism, confidence, burnout, performance anxiety, perfectionism.
I use a person-centred approach and integrate elements from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy and Mindfulness Based Interventions, based on your needs.
Welcome! I'm Dr Zoi, founder of Creative Sport Mind. I provide performance psychology support to help you better understand yourself and reach your full potential. I have 10 years of experience in educational, mental health and elite sporting environments. Areas of expertise: self-criticism, confidence, burnout, performance anxiety, perfectionism.
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Dr Petra Lipnik
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Many of my clients are thoughtful, self-aware people who understand where their difficulties come from, yet still feel stuck. You might know you are good enough, yet not feel it. You may struggle with low mood, anxiety, low self-esteem or a harsh inner critic that affects relationships, work and daily life. I have a special interest in maternal mental health, supporting women with postpartum anxiety, birth trauma, mum guilt, overwhelm or feeling lost in motherhood, as well as difficulties that continue beyond this stage. Whether you are a mum or not, if you feel exhausted, stuck or disconnected from yourself, you are not alone.
Many of my clients are thoughtful, self-aware people who understand where their difficulties come from, yet still feel stuck. You might know you are good enough, yet not feel it. You may struggle with low mood, anxiety, low self-esteem or a harsh inner critic that affects relationships, work and daily life. I have a special interest in maternal mental health, supporting women with postpartum anxiety, birth trauma, mum guilt, overwhelm or feeling lost in motherhood, as well as difficulties that continue beyond this stage. Whether you are a mum or not, if you feel exhausted, stuck or disconnected from yourself, you are not alone.
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Adam Penkul
Psychotherapist, MA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have a particular interest and expertise in working with anxiety and body dysmorphic disorder, the subject of my masters thesis and connected with my own history. I am one of a few a lived experience therapists working with this disorder. I also work with young men who are experiencing difficulties transitioning into healthy adulthood. Their issues often include self esteem, anger and life meaning and purpose. I also help individuals going through relationship challenges, working to bring clarity and resolution. Other areas of interest include grief, addiction, crises of meaning, spiritual emergence and emergency.
I have a particular interest and expertise in working with anxiety and body dysmorphic disorder, the subject of my masters thesis and connected with my own history. I am one of a few a lived experience therapists working with this disorder. I also work with young men who are experiencing difficulties transitioning into healthy adulthood. Their issues often include self esteem, anger and life meaning and purpose. I also help individuals going through relationship challenges, working to bring clarity and resolution. Other areas of interest include grief, addiction, crises of meaning, spiritual emergence and emergency.
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Liz Hamilton
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
High-functioning but exhausted? I help professionals and high-achieving adults who look fine on the outside but feel tired, wired, or out of sync regain clarity, calm and resilience. From the outside, you may look like you’re coping well. You’re capable, responsible, and used to managing pressure. But underneath, you might feel increasingly tired, wired, or out of sync with your body. Sleep may be disrupted. Brain fog, irritability, and self-doubt can creep in. You may feel you’re not functioning at your usual level — and that can be unsettling when you’re used to being on top of things.
High-functioning but exhausted? I help professionals and high-achieving adults who look fine on the outside but feel tired, wired, or out of sync regain clarity, calm and resilience. From the outside, you may look like you’re coping well. You’re capable, responsible, and used to managing pressure. But underneath, you might feel increasingly tired, wired, or out of sync with your body. Sleep may be disrupted. Brain fog, irritability, and self-doubt can creep in. You may feel you’re not functioning at your usual level — and that can be unsettling when you’re used to being on top of things.
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Natalia Hempolinska CBT Therapist
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello, I'm Natalia, a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT) therapist and supervisor with qualifications from the Universities of Bristol and Exeter and over 10 years of experience supporting adults with a range of emotional and psychological difficulties.
I am trained in CBT and CBT adapted for long-term health conditions, including chronic pain. I work with anxiety disorders (worry, social and health anxiety, OCD, phobias etc.), trauma (PTSD and complex PTSD), depression, peri- and postnatal depression, self-esteem difficulties and others.
Hello, I'm Natalia, a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT) therapist and supervisor with qualifications from the Universities of Bristol and Exeter and over 10 years of experience supporting adults with a range of emotional and psychological difficulties.
I am trained in CBT and CBT adapted for long-term health conditions, including chronic pain. I work with anxiety disorders (worry, social and health anxiety, OCD, phobias etc.), trauma (PTSD and complex PTSD), depression, peri- and postnatal depression, self-esteem difficulties and others.
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Chhavi Kohli
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Balerno EH14
However, I am trained in CBT and Humanistic Therapy.
I work relationally as I think we can make the most of the resources available to us. I have worked with individuals who have experienced intense trauma in their lives. I feel content in supporting my clients in enhancing their self esteem and make the most of their lives.
However, I am trained in CBT and Humanistic Therapy.
I work relationally as I think we can make the most of the resources available to us. I have worked with individuals who have experienced intense trauma in their lives. I feel content in supporting my clients in enhancing their self esteem and make the most of their lives.
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Torin Forest
Psychotherapist, MSc, FMBPsS
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I mostly use cognitive behavioural therapy, but also draw on compassion focused therapy and mindfulness when we think this would be helpful .
I support people who feel stuck in challenging patterns with food and body image, trapped by panic attacks, or avoid places because of anxiety. I also work in an affirmative way with LGBTQIA+ people with a range of difficulties. I offer a warm, supportive space where therapy is grounded in research and delivered in a compassionate, genuine, and human way. Our work is led by what matters to you; your experiences, values, and preferences. All of my work is trauma informed, and highlights the impact of trauma on our thinking, coping, emotions, and bodies. We make sense of 'what happened to you', rather than 'what is wrong with you'.
I mostly use cognitive behavioural therapy, but also draw on compassion focused therapy and mindfulness when we think this would be helpful .
I support people who feel stuck in challenging patterns with food and body image, trapped by panic attacks, or avoid places because of anxiety. I also work in an affirmative way with LGBTQIA+ people with a range of difficulties. I offer a warm, supportive space where therapy is grounded in research and delivered in a compassionate, genuine, and human way. Our work is led by what matters to you; your experiences, values, and preferences. All of my work is trauma informed, and highlights the impact of trauma on our thinking, coping, emotions, and bodies. We make sense of 'what happened to you', rather than 'what is wrong with you'.
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Dr Rob Agnew
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I use a number of approaches CBT, DBT, RO-DBT, systemic, I- CBT, metacognitive and behavioural approaches with a professional, but an informal and relaxed manner.
Hey, thanks for looking at my profile. I've been qualified since 2008, treating fatigue, issues related to ADHD and ASD, issues related to head injury, trauma, OCD, health anxiety and BDD. I was the Chair of the Section of Gender, Sexuality and Relationship Diversity of the British Psychological Society until October 2024 when I founded the LGBTQ+ psychological society, PSIIQC. I'm also a gay, cis-gender man and trans ally. I work in partnership with a prescriber to offer ADHD diagnosis (meeting NHS/NICE standards) and medication (turnaround often only 2 to 3 weeks).
I use a number of approaches CBT, DBT, RO-DBT, systemic, I- CBT, metacognitive and behavioural approaches with a professional, but an informal and relaxed manner.
Hey, thanks for looking at my profile. I've been qualified since 2008, treating fatigue, issues related to ADHD and ASD, issues related to head injury, trauma, OCD, health anxiety and BDD. I was the Chair of the Section of Gender, Sexuality and Relationship Diversity of the British Psychological Society until October 2024 when I founded the LGBTQ+ psychological society, PSIIQC. I'm also a gay, cis-gender man and trans ally. I work in partnership with a prescriber to offer ADHD diagnosis (meeting NHS/NICE standards) and medication (turnaround often only 2 to 3 weeks).
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Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Counsellors
How does cognitive behavioural therapy work?
Cognitive behavioural therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario catastrophising or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.

When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioural therapy?
It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioural therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.

How can I find a cognitive behavioural therapist for someone else?
To find a cognitive behavioural therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioural therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.

Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?
CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.