In Person Counselling in Bonnyrigg

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Stuart Benney Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Bonnyrigg EH19
Sessions are available face-to-face, online, and as walking therapy.
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.
Sessions are available face-to-face, online, and as walking therapy.
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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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.
0131 510 4167 View 0131 510 4167
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Mhairi Spence
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
I take a warm, practical and collaborative approach. We’ll notice how thoughts, feelings and behaviours are connected and build simple strategies to reduce distress and improve coping. 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.
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.
I take a warm, practical and collaborative approach. We’ll notice how thoughts, feelings and behaviours are connected and build simple strategies to reduce distress and improve coping. 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.
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Tracy Carlisle
Counsellor
Serves Area
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 believe that therapy should be a calm, supportive space to slow things down and understand what is happening beneath the surface. My approach is warm and tailored entirely to your needs because I know real change only happens when you feel safe, heard and not judged.
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 believe that therapy should be a calm, supportive space to slow things down and understand what is happening beneath the surface. My approach is warm and tailored entirely to your needs because I know real change only happens when you feel safe, heard and not judged.
0131 381 3021 View 0131 381 3021
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Dr Catriona Jack
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
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.
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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Marta Alma Rei
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
It is the natural process to shift in and out of moments of light and darkness. At times, difficulties we carry from the past, or experience in the present, can prevent us from accessing our natural ability to fully and safely experience these shifts, and move forward in harmony.
It is the natural process to shift in and out of moments of light and darkness. At times, difficulties we carry from the past, or experience in the present, can prevent us from accessing our natural ability to fully and safely experience these shifts, and move forward in harmony.
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Rose Cunningham
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
I’m dedicated to helping people navigate challenges with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and more. I take a CBT-based approach, which integrates person-centred and coaching elements as needed, ensuring that each session is tailored to your individual needs and goals.
I’m dedicated to helping people navigate challenges with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and more. I take a CBT-based approach, which integrates person-centred and coaching elements as needed, ensuring that each session is tailored to your individual needs and goals.
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Liz Fletcher
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
3 Endorsed
Dunbar EH42
I have 2 year's experience in person-centred, CBT and psychodynamic therapy.
Are you suffering quietly feeling stuck, confused, overwhelmed, burnt out and not sure what to do next? Life can be very challenging - throwing all sorts of obstacles in our path. However, with support you can find a way through. I offer you a safe and supportive space to explore your thoughts and emotions, help you gain insight into what is going on for you, and then work with you to find strategies to move forward with confidence and clarity.
I have 2 year's experience in person-centred, CBT and psychodynamic therapy.
Are you suffering quietly feeling stuck, confused, overwhelmed, burnt out and not sure what to do next? Life can be very challenging - throwing all sorts of obstacles in our path. However, with support you can find a way through. I offer you a safe and supportive space to explore your thoughts and emotions, help you gain insight into what is going on for you, and then work with you to find strategies to move forward with confidence and clarity.
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Gemma Jepsen
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
I take a holistic approach to therapy, which means I look at the whole of your experience, not just the immediate problem or symptom. That means we can explore how different parts of your life connect and impact each other, rather than focusing only on quick fixes. The aim is to create space for deeper understanding and meaningful, lasting change.
I take a holistic approach to therapy, which means I look at the whole of your experience, not just the immediate problem or symptom. That means we can explore how different parts of your life connect and impact each other, rather than focusing only on quick fixes. The aim is to create space for deeper understanding and meaningful, lasting change.
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Inclusive Trauma and Grief Therapy
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Serves Area
Based in Auchtermuchty, Fife, I provide professional counselling online across Scotland and face to face, including outdoor therapy.
Whether you're navigating a life transition, processing grief, or living with ADHD and everything that comes with it, you're in the right place. I'm Paula, a person-centred counsellor based in Fife, Scotland. A background in community education, and residential care means I've met people at their most real, and that lived experience sits behind everything I do. I specialise in life transitions, grief therapy and ADHD. I also support adults with anxiety, low mood, stress and relationship difficulties. No jargon. No judgement. Just an honest, warm space where we figure it out together.
Based in Auchtermuchty, Fife, I provide professional counselling online across Scotland and face to face, including outdoor therapy.
Whether you're navigating a life transition, processing grief, or living with ADHD and everything that comes with it, you're in the right place. I'm Paula, a person-centred counsellor based in Fife, Scotland. A background in community education, and residential care means I've met people at their most real, and that lived experience sits behind everything I do. I specialise in life transitions, grief therapy and ADHD. I also support adults with anxiety, low mood, stress and relationship difficulties. No jargon. No judgement. Just an honest, warm space where we figure it out together.
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Nova at Natural Space Counselling (PmCOSCA)
Psychotherapist, MCOSCA
4 Endorsed
Cupar KY15
I offer therapy in person, outdoors (in a place of your choosing), and online.
Creating a comfortable space together is vital for curiosity, insight, and reconnecting with yourself. We work with your preferences to explore what’s going on for you, identify patterns, and uncover your strengths and resources. I support you in making sense of your experiences, promoting healing, and moving forward feeling more grounded and balanced.
I offer therapy in person, outdoors (in a place of your choosing), and online.
Creating a comfortable space together is vital for curiosity, insight, and reconnecting with yourself. We work with your preferences to explore what’s going on for you, identify patterns, and uncover your strengths and resources. I support you in making sense of your experiences, promoting healing, and moving forward feeling more grounded and balanced.
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Martyna Kobiela
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
My approach is person-centred, trauma-informed, and non-pathologising. I work from the understanding that therapy isn't about fixing or optimising yourself, but about finding room to be human in a world that often demands otherwise, acknowledging that much of our distress comes from living in systems that weren't designed for our wellbeing. Therapy is a relational process where healing happens through genuine connection. I aim to create a space where you feel safe and seen, which facilitates clarity, integration, and change.
My approach is person-centred, trauma-informed, and non-pathologising. I work from the understanding that therapy isn't about fixing or optimising yourself, but about finding room to be human in a world that often demands otherwise, acknowledging that much of our distress comes from living in systems that weren't designed for our wellbeing. Therapy is a relational process where healing happens through genuine connection. I aim to create a space where you feel safe and seen, which facilitates clarity, integration, and change.
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Tracey Hutcheon
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
Welcome, I am a qualified Pluralistic and Psychotherapist counsellor. I offer a warm, caring and genuine space, ensuring that my clients have a physical and emotional ‘space’ to be heard and understood and their needs met. Being an experienced pluralistic therapist, I know that different people are helped by different therapeutic methods and activities at different times. Whatever difficulties you are facing at the moment, having someone to listen and help you understand your problems can make things feel more manageable.
Welcome, I am a qualified Pluralistic and Psychotherapist counsellor. I offer a warm, caring and genuine space, ensuring that my clients have a physical and emotional ‘space’ to be heard and understood and their needs met. Being an experienced pluralistic therapist, I know that different people are helped by different therapeutic methods and activities at different times. Whatever difficulties you are facing at the moment, having someone to listen and help you understand your problems can make things feel more manageable.
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Dr Agne Bieliunaite
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Waitlist for new clients
I am a fully accredited Counselling Psychologist and EMDR therapist with a specialist interest in relational trauma and C-PTSD. I work with adults who have experienced ongoing or developmental trauma, including emotional neglect, abuse, attachment trauma, and relational wounds that continue to affect self-esteem, relationships, and a sense of safety in the world. Many of the people I work with describe feeling “stuck", living with chronic anxiety, shame, emotional overwhelm, dissociation, or a sense that something is wrong. My role is to offer a thoughtful, collaborative space where we can explore these experiences together.
I am a fully accredited Counselling Psychologist and EMDR therapist with a specialist interest in relational trauma and C-PTSD. I work with adults who have experienced ongoing or developmental trauma, including emotional neglect, abuse, attachment trauma, and relational wounds that continue to affect self-esteem, relationships, and a sense of safety in the world. Many of the people I work with describe feeling “stuck", living with chronic anxiety, shame, emotional overwhelm, dissociation, or a sense that something is wrong. My role is to offer a thoughtful, collaborative space where we can explore these experiences together.
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Tom Wells
Psychotherapist, MBACP
4 Endorsed
I see clients weekly for 50-minute sessions, either in person from a quiet consulting room on Drumsheugh Gardens in Edinburgh’s New Town, or online.
Therapy isn't only for people who can't cope. It's for people coping at a cost — the anxiety that won't switch off, the relationship circling the same argument, the ADHD or autism that makes ordinary life harder than it looks. I offer a calm, confidential space in Edinburgh's New Town to think things through. Together, we'll look closely at learned behaviour that once helped you but now leaves you feeling stuck. Exploring these patterns can help you make different choices. I have a particular interest in working with men navigating the pressures of work, relationships, or fatherhood — experiences that can be hard to talk about.
I see clients weekly for 50-minute sessions, either in person from a quiet consulting room on Drumsheugh Gardens in Edinburgh’s New Town, or online.
Therapy isn't only for people who can't cope. It's for people coping at a cost — the anxiety that won't switch off, the relationship circling the same argument, the ADHD or autism that makes ordinary life harder than it looks. I offer a calm, confidential space in Edinburgh's New Town to think things through. Together, we'll look closely at learned behaviour that once helped you but now leaves you feeling stuck. Exploring these patterns can help you make different choices. I have a particular interest in working with men navigating the pressures of work, relationships, or fatherhood — experiences that can be hard to talk about.
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Kirsty McLean
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Cupar KY15
My sessions are online but in-person sessions can be arranged with a small additional fee to cover room hire cost.
Hi I'm Kirsty , I am a highly experienced Chartered Counselling Psychologist specialising in adult mental health. If you are feeling distressed, lost, overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward, you’re not alone - and you don't have to face it alone. I can help you address your difficulties and to heal and become unstuck, so that you can start to move forward and live the kind of life you value and desire.
My sessions are online but in-person sessions can be arranged with a small additional fee to cover room hire cost.
Hi I'm Kirsty , I am a highly experienced Chartered Counselling Psychologist specialising in adult mental health. If you are feeling distressed, lost, overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward, you’re not alone - and you don't have to face it alone. I can help you address your difficulties and to heal and become unstuck, so that you can start to move forward and live the kind of life you value and desire.
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Shaheen Syedain, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I see private clients on Fridays, online or in person, in central Glasgow.
I am Shaheen, a qualified and experienced therapist working with couples, families and individuals, who would like to deal with life or relationship challenges differently. My approach is systemic, which means looking at issues in the context of relationships, experiences, cultures and situations. For couples or families it's useful for recognising unhelpful patterns and enabling you - between you - to find new ways of managing that fit better with how you would like to be. Whatever challenges you are facing, we can explore what the multiple factors are, that may have contributed, and open up space for new ideas.
I see private clients on Fridays, online or in person, in central Glasgow.
I am Shaheen, a qualified and experienced therapist working with couples, families and individuals, who would like to deal with life or relationship challenges differently. My approach is systemic, which means looking at issues in the context of relationships, experiences, cultures and situations. For couples or families it's useful for recognising unhelpful patterns and enabling you - between you - to find new ways of managing that fit better with how you would like to be. Whatever challenges you are facing, we can explore what the multiple factors are, that may have contributed, and open up space for new ideas.
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Sisto Counselling & Psychotherapy Services
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
It’s normal, at some point, to get stuck, or to struggle facing life's challenges. Sometimes we know exactly what’s wrong but at other times we might just have a nagging sense that something isn’t quite right. Therapy can help by supporting you to explore the roots of your distress, understand more clearly what’s keeping you stuck, and create new ways to think about yourself and your relationship roles and patterns. By uncovering the obstacles holding you back, you can learn to problem-solve, make better choices, practise healthier coping strategies, and turn your goals into realities to find a greater sense of peace and fulfilment.
It’s normal, at some point, to get stuck, or to struggle facing life's challenges. Sometimes we know exactly what’s wrong but at other times we might just have a nagging sense that something isn’t quite right. Therapy can help by supporting you to explore the roots of your distress, understand more clearly what’s keeping you stuck, and create new ways to think about yourself and your relationship roles and patterns. By uncovering the obstacles holding you back, you can learn to problem-solve, make better choices, practise healthier coping strategies, and turn your goals into realities to find a greater sense of peace and fulfilment.
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Yuliia Nicholls
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Hello, a warm welcome to you! My name is Yuliia. I work with individuals and groups in English, Ukrainian, and Russian, supporting people facing a variety of challenges. If you are seeking help with trauma, life transitions, or personal challenges, we could be a good match to work together in a supportive space where you can process your experiences and regain balance. With a flexible, culturally sensitive approach, I aim to support you in understanding your experiences, building resilience, and moving forward with clarity and confidence.
Hello, a warm welcome to you! My name is Yuliia. I work with individuals and groups in English, Ukrainian, and Russian, supporting people facing a variety of challenges. If you are seeking help with trauma, life transitions, or personal challenges, we could be a good match to work together in a supportive space where you can process your experiences and regain balance. With a flexible, culturally sensitive approach, I aim to support you in understanding your experiences, building resilience, and moving forward with clarity and confidence.
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Jenny Kerr
Psychologist, MSc
I offer sessions in-person in a cosy and welcoming (very!) central Edinburgh office, or online if preferred.
Feeling on-edge, anxious or overwhelmed? Not feeling as though you are living authentically? Know that something needs to change but not knowing where to start or not feeling like you have the confidence to do so? Working with a professional in a CBT Coaching approach can help to identify and overcome challenges you might be facing you in your life. It combines practical coaching techniques – setting out clear, manageable goals in line with personal values– with a therapeutic when needed – to challenge and change unhelpful thinking and behaviours which might be holding you back, in a trauma informed, open and supportive space.
I offer sessions in-person in a cosy and welcoming (very!) central Edinburgh office, or online if preferred.
Feeling on-edge, anxious or overwhelmed? Not feeling as though you are living authentically? Know that something needs to change but not knowing where to start or not feeling like you have the confidence to do so? Working with a professional in a CBT Coaching approach can help to identify and overcome challenges you might be facing you in your life. It combines practical coaching techniques – setting out clear, manageable goals in line with personal values– with a therapeutic when needed – to challenge and change unhelpful thinking and behaviours which might be holding you back, in a trauma informed, open and supportive space.
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FAQ - About In Person Therapy
What are the benefits of in-person therapy?
In-person therapy offers several benefits that some people find highly valuable for their mental health treatment. Being present in the same room as your therapist can create a stronger sense of connection and allow for more nuanced communication through body language. Some people may also find it easier to focus in therapy when they are in a dedicated space and away from potential distractions related to home or work; attending an in-person session provides a clear boundary between therapy time and the rest of your life. For certain therapeutic approaches, such as Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), exposure therapy, or somatic therapy, being in person may be particularly important, as these therapies benefit from the therapist being able to observe and respond to a client’s physical cues effectively. Additionally, some individuals simply feel more comfortable discussing sensitive or painful topics when they are face-to-face with their therapist rather than on a screen.

When should I choose in-person therapy over online therapy?
In-person therapy may be a better choice when you need a structured therapeutic environment separate from your daily life, when you find it difficult to focus or feel comfortable in an online setting, or when privacy at home is a concern. It may also be more appropriate if you are dealing with severe mental health symptoms that require close monitoring or if your therapy involves approaches that rely heavily on observing physical cues. On the other hand, if convenience, scheduling flexibility, or access to specialists outside your immediate area are priorities, online therapy may be a better fit. Many therapists offer both options, so you can also discuss with a provider which format might work best for your specific situation.

How do I find an in-person therapist?
You can use Psychology Today's therapist directory to find an in-person therapist in your area. You can search by location, insurance accepted, specialty areas, therapeutic approaches, and other criteria to narrow down providers who meet your needs. Each therapist profile includes information about their credentials, areas of expertise, and whether they offer in-person sessions. Once you have identified potential therapists, you can contact them directly through the directory to schedule an initial consultation and determine whether they are a good fit before committing to ongoing treatment. When reaching out, it can be helpful to confirm their availability for in-person appointments, their office location, and whether they accept your insurance.