Attachment-based Counselling in Dundee

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Liam Quinn
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Dundee DD1
Therapy generally can be challenging, discovering ones barriers, patterns of behaviour, amongst many other possible struggles that aren't serving you well in your daily life or that you've been carrying with you for a long time. As a pluralistic counsellor and psychotherapist, I embrace this diversity of human experiences and what each individual brings to the counselling room. I specialise in working with individuals who have experienced abuse, trauma, anxiety, depression, addictions and bereavement. Whether seeking support in these areas or others, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore, grow, and thrive.
Therapy generally can be challenging, discovering ones barriers, patterns of behaviour, amongst many other possible struggles that aren't serving you well in your daily life or that you've been carrying with you for a long time. As a pluralistic counsellor and psychotherapist, I embrace this diversity of human experiences and what each individual brings to the counselling room. I specialise in working with individuals who have experienced abuse, trauma, anxiety, depression, addictions and bereavement. Whether seeking support in these areas or others, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore, grow, and thrive.
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Beingwell
Counsellor, MBACP
Dundee DD2
Hello, My name is Lynda and I am the counsellor within Beingwell, a holistic wellbeing centre in Dundee. Counselling can benefit everyone and aims to address people's life problems in a safe environment where you will be listened to without fear of criticism or judgement. Our relationship is really important to me and I would want to work in a flexible and collaborative way to ensure that you feel comfortable and empowered in our sessions together. I offer short or long term counselling to be decided together.
Hello, My name is Lynda and I am the counsellor within Beingwell, a holistic wellbeing centre in Dundee. Counselling can benefit everyone and aims to address people's life problems in a safe environment where you will be listened to without fear of criticism or judgement. Our relationship is really important to me and I would want to work in a flexible and collaborative way to ensure that you feel comfortable and empowered in our sessions together. I offer short or long term counselling to be decided together.
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Katy Mitchell
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Dundee DD1
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 adults 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 adults 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.
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Nova at Natural Space Counselling (PmCOSCA)
Psychotherapist, MCOSCA
4 Endorsed
Dundee DD5
Are you looking for a confidential space to explore your needs, where you are heard, without judgement? I’m Nova. I work in person, or outdoors (your chosen place), and online. My experience supporting people and working with trauma gives strong foundations to my therapy work. My approach is relational, drawing from different approaches. I believe different things work for different people at different times. In collaboration we create a compassionate, calm space where you are heard and validated. We work with what you bring in ways which work for you. Different methods offer various ways of working together towards change.
Are you looking for a confidential space to explore your needs, where you are heard, without judgement? I’m Nova. I work in person, or outdoors (your chosen place), and online. My experience supporting people and working with trauma gives strong foundations to my therapy work. My approach is relational, drawing from different approaches. I believe different things work for different people at different times. In collaboration we create a compassionate, calm space where you are heard and validated. We work with what you bring in ways which work for you. Different methods offer various ways of working together towards change.
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Joyce Cherry
Counsellor, MBACP
Dundee DD1
Where to begin? How do you choose the right person to work with you? If you want to work with someone who has their own lived experiences, someone who will not only listen without judgement, but will respect your choice to take it at your own speed, then,let's talk. I work with Adults, Children and Young People,using a variety of approaches which are trauma based, also support issues with Anxiety/Depression. I have experience working with Neurodivergent clients. Helping you to make changes in your life whatever the issue. I know it's hard,but you've taken the first step,let me walk with you now and see what we can do together.
Where to begin? How do you choose the right person to work with you? If you want to work with someone who has their own lived experiences, someone who will not only listen without judgement, but will respect your choice to take it at your own speed, then,let's talk. I work with Adults, Children and Young People,using a variety of approaches which are trauma based, also support issues with Anxiety/Depression. I have experience working with Neurodivergent clients. Helping you to make changes in your life whatever the issue. I know it's hard,but you've taken the first step,let me walk with you now and see what we can do together.
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Ross Counselling and CBT
Counsellor, MBABCP
Dundee DD4
I'm a fully accredited CBT therapist. I offer individual and group counselling support for a range of difficulties. I can help with anxiety and mood conditions and specialise in generalised anxiety, OCD, social anxiety, depression, and low self esteem. For those who are unfamiliar with or new to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, CBT is a form of therapy that explores the connection between our thoughts, feelings, physical reactions and behaviours.
I'm a fully accredited CBT therapist. I offer individual and group counselling support for a range of difficulties. I can help with anxiety and mood conditions and specialise in generalised anxiety, OCD, social anxiety, depression, and low self esteem. For those who are unfamiliar with or new to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, CBT is a form of therapy that explores the connection between our thoughts, feelings, physical reactions and behaviours.
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Alison MacLeod
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Dundee DD5
Life can be a challenge, especially now. As your therapist, I can offer you a secure and trusted space to bring your needs and concerns. I believe that therapy should lead to a “step change” where my clients become able to make an immediate difference to the way they think and their relationships with others. I work to build trust and empathy and strive to understand the world from your perspective. I can help you to understand that small changes to the way you see things can have a major impact on how you feel.
Life can be a challenge, especially now. As your therapist, I can offer you a secure and trusted space to bring your needs and concerns. I believe that therapy should lead to a “step change” where my clients become able to make an immediate difference to the way they think and their relationships with others. I work to build trust and empathy and strive to understand the world from your perspective. I can help you to understand that small changes to the way you see things can have a major impact on how you feel.
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Fenwick Counselling and Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Dundee DD1
Hello, I am Maggi, a fully registered BACP Pluralistic Counsellor & Psychotherapist, and Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist. I understand it takes courage to reach out and take that first step to start or return to therapy. I offer a safe, comfortable, and confidential space to talk through the difficulties you’re experiencing. Perhaps you are finding it difficult to cope? Experiencing anxiety/Depression/Stress? Having relationship issues/family problems? Struggling with past/present trauma or life changes? Or come to a crossroads in life and don’t know where to turn? Wanting to understand yourself better?
Hello, I am Maggi, a fully registered BACP Pluralistic Counsellor & Psychotherapist, and Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist. I understand it takes courage to reach out and take that first step to start or return to therapy. I offer a safe, comfortable, and confidential space to talk through the difficulties you’re experiencing. Perhaps you are finding it difficult to cope? Experiencing anxiety/Depression/Stress? Having relationship issues/family problems? Struggling with past/present trauma or life changes? Or come to a crossroads in life and don’t know where to turn? Wanting to understand yourself better?
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Fiona louise Singer
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Dundee DD4
Hello and thank you for being curious about me and how we can work together to support change. Perhaps you have been feeling disconnected with life or body, anxious or depressed or just not reaching your full potential in life or love. Perhaps you have been touched by loss, illness or age-related change such as menopause or retirement. Counselling offers a safe, non- biased space to explore many of these issues and more. I am a qualified pluralistic counsellor with an integrative approach offering a wide range of interventions from different theoretical perspectives. for example, CBT, mindfulness. narrative therapy .
Hello and thank you for being curious about me and how we can work together to support change. Perhaps you have been feeling disconnected with life or body, anxious or depressed or just not reaching your full potential in life or love. Perhaps you have been touched by loss, illness or age-related change such as menopause or retirement. Counselling offers a safe, non- biased space to explore many of these issues and more. I am a qualified pluralistic counsellor with an integrative approach offering a wide range of interventions from different theoretical perspectives. for example, CBT, mindfulness. narrative therapy .
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Dr Csilla Gulyas
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Dundee DD1
I put emphasis on ensuring that we can jointly develop a shared understanding of your experiences and difficulties with the aim of empowering you to take actions to reach your desired goals. I provide a range of evidence-based psychological therapies for those over the age of 16 from various backgrounds. Difficulties I work with include (but are not limited to): depression, anxiety, stress, loss, body image issues, panic, OCD, anger, trauma, life changes, sexual difficulties, health anxiety, low self-esteem and relationship difficulties. I also offer input towards personal development and self-reflection.
I put emphasis on ensuring that we can jointly develop a shared understanding of your experiences and difficulties with the aim of empowering you to take actions to reach your desired goals. I provide a range of evidence-based psychological therapies for those over the age of 16 from various backgrounds. Difficulties I work with include (but are not limited to): depression, anxiety, stress, loss, body image issues, panic, OCD, anger, trauma, life changes, sexual difficulties, health anxiety, low self-esteem and relationship difficulties. I also offer input towards personal development and self-reflection.
01382 919559 View 01382 919559
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Lynn Guyan
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Dundee DD3
I believe healing begins with being truly seen and heard. I offer a safe, compassionate space for adults and young people navigating difficulties arising from complex trauma, emotional distress and substance use. My counselling approach is pluralistic and integrative - meaning I tailor each session to meet you exactly where you are, drawing on a range of evidence-based techniques to support your journey. As a trauma-enhanced practitioner, I create a compassionate, safe and flexible space for exploration and growth. Every person’s story is different and I tailor my approach to honour your unique needs, strengths and goals.
I believe healing begins with being truly seen and heard. I offer a safe, compassionate space for adults and young people navigating difficulties arising from complex trauma, emotional distress and substance use. My counselling approach is pluralistic and integrative - meaning I tailor each session to meet you exactly where you are, drawing on a range of evidence-based techniques to support your journey. As a trauma-enhanced practitioner, I create a compassionate, safe and flexible space for exploration and growth. Every person’s story is different and I tailor my approach to honour your unique needs, strengths and goals.
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Therapy in the City
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Dundee DD4
The first steps we take on our healing journey can be the most challenging but finding the right therapist to work with that you can trust and feel comfortable with can make all the difference in helping you move forward and feel safe and supported in exploring the issues you are facing. I have always believed therapy should be an informal, authentic and relaxing experience. The therapeutic approach I offer is gentle and empathetic , you will find yourself at the centre of our therapy together building a trusting relationship, valuing your individuality rather than just working with your issue.
The first steps we take on our healing journey can be the most challenging but finding the right therapist to work with that you can trust and feel comfortable with can make all the difference in helping you move forward and feel safe and supported in exploring the issues you are facing. I have always believed therapy should be an informal, authentic and relaxing experience. The therapeutic approach I offer is gentle and empathetic , you will find yourself at the centre of our therapy together building a trusting relationship, valuing your individuality rather than just working with your issue.
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Lindsay-Jo Sevier-Guy
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Dundee DD1
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.
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Steven Davies
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP
Dundee DD4
Hello, I'm Steven - a BACP registered counsellor working with adult clients (18+). I bring warmth, acceptance and insight into the therapy room. As your counsellor, I would help you to make sense of and work through your difficulties - with your autonomy and empowerment always at the forefront. Acceptance, care, attention and wisdom can be extremely powerful tools for growth. I endeavour to provide those qualities in order to empower you to get to a better place. For me, helping a client to overcome their distress, and helping them to start thriving in life, are one in the same thing.
Hello, I'm Steven - a BACP registered counsellor working with adult clients (18+). I bring warmth, acceptance and insight into the therapy room. As your counsellor, I would help you to make sense of and work through your difficulties - with your autonomy and empowerment always at the forefront. Acceptance, care, attention and wisdom can be extremely powerful tools for growth. I endeavour to provide those qualities in order to empower you to get to a better place. For me, helping a client to overcome their distress, and helping them to start thriving in life, are one in the same thing.
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Dr Samantha Baradhi
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Dundee DD5
Dr Samantha Baradhi (CPsychol) is a Chartered and HCPC Registered Psychologist and COSRT Accredited Psychosexual Therapist offering psychological therapy and psychosexual therapy to adults, couples and young people above 14 years. As a counselling psychologist her approach is relational and attachment focused. A thorough psychological assessment, a humanistic stance and in-depth formulation underpin the therapy relationship, whilst an integration of therapeutic models allows Samantha to work with each individual's specific needs and goals. She has been established here at The Broughty Practice, Dundee since 2006.
Dr Samantha Baradhi (CPsychol) is a Chartered and HCPC Registered Psychologist and COSRT Accredited Psychosexual Therapist offering psychological therapy and psychosexual therapy to adults, couples and young people above 14 years. As a counselling psychologist her approach is relational and attachment focused. A thorough psychological assessment, a humanistic stance and in-depth formulation underpin the therapy relationship, whilst an integration of therapeutic models allows Samantha to work with each individual's specific needs and goals. She has been established here at The Broughty Practice, Dundee since 2006.
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Maria Louise Cox
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Dundee DD1
I’m Maria — a passionate and dedicated neurodivergent counsellor specialising in trauma, ADHD, autism, life transitions, and the menopause experience. I offer a safe, compassionate space where you can explore what’s holding you back and begin to reconnect with your strengths, confidence, and potential. I believe healing is deeply personal. Therapy should move at your pace — never rushed, never forced — but grounded in respect for your readiness and resilience. Together, we’ll explore your story, understand what truly matters to you, and create meaningful, lasting change.
I’m Maria — a passionate and dedicated neurodivergent counsellor specialising in trauma, ADHD, autism, life transitions, and the menopause experience. I offer a safe, compassionate space where you can explore what’s holding you back and begin to reconnect with your strengths, confidence, and potential. I believe healing is deeply personal. Therapy should move at your pace — never rushed, never forced — but grounded in respect for your readiness and resilience. Together, we’ll explore your story, understand what truly matters to you, and create meaningful, lasting change.
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Kerry Collins
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer counselling/psychotherapy for adults or children. Our stand alone, self contained premises with garden and parking is in Auchmithie, by Arbroath, a short journey from Dundee and surrounding areas. In addition to providing our children's counselling service at All-of-You Therapy, I have provided counselling in primary schools for children with the award winning Place2Be, providing early intervention, play-led therapy. Early intervention provides children, who find themselves vulnerable, anxious, worried or dealing with other issues, with emotional tools to cope in the present but also to deal with these issues in later life.
I offer counselling/psychotherapy for adults or children. Our stand alone, self contained premises with garden and parking is in Auchmithie, by Arbroath, a short journey from Dundee and surrounding areas. In addition to providing our children's counselling service at All-of-You Therapy, I have provided counselling in primary schools for children with the award winning Place2Be, providing early intervention, play-led therapy. Early intervention provides children, who find themselves vulnerable, anxious, worried or dealing with other issues, with emotional tools to cope in the present but also to deal with these issues in later life.
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Claire Molnar
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi, I'm Claire. I am a BACP Registered Counsellor based in Scotland. I specialise in supporting young people, women, and neurodivergent people. Life can be busy and overwhelming, and you deserve time to offload and reconnect with what matters to you in a supportive environment. I have a Masters in Integrative Counselling, and practise a Person-Centred approach, drawing on my varied training when needed. I am trained in working with Internal Family Systems, Neurodivergence, Perinatal Mental Health, Solution-Focused Therapy, Anxiety, and Bereavement, among others. Click on ‘My Website’ below to learn more about me.
Hi, I'm Claire. I am a BACP Registered Counsellor based in Scotland. I specialise in supporting young people, women, and neurodivergent people. Life can be busy and overwhelming, and you deserve time to offload and reconnect with what matters to you in a supportive environment. I have a Masters in Integrative Counselling, and practise a Person-Centred approach, drawing on my varied training when needed. I am trained in working with Internal Family Systems, Neurodivergence, Perinatal Mental Health, Solution-Focused Therapy, Anxiety, and Bereavement, among others. Click on ‘My Website’ below to learn more about me.
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Julie Vause
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Serves Area
Hello, I'm Julie, welcome to my profile. Are you someone who has experienced difficulties in your life that have left you feeling anxious, depressed, or alone, and coping with day-to-day activities has become a chore? I offer a safe, confidential space to come alongside you as we work together to help you gain insight and self-awareness. A place where you are valued, accepted, and heard. Time to look at your relationship with yourself and others. I have specialised experience in helping people who have been impacted by experiencing childhood sexual abuse, ritualistic abuse, domestic abuse and family/childhood abuse.
Hello, I'm Julie, welcome to my profile. Are you someone who has experienced difficulties in your life that have left you feeling anxious, depressed, or alone, and coping with day-to-day activities has become a chore? I offer a safe, confidential space to come alongside you as we work together to help you gain insight and self-awareness. A place where you are valued, accepted, and heard. Time to look at your relationship with yourself and others. I have specialised experience in helping people who have been impacted by experiencing childhood sexual abuse, ritualistic abuse, domestic abuse and family/childhood abuse.
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Maegann Jaworski
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that all behaviour makes sense in context and this ethos informs the way I work with clients. As a trauma informed integrative psychotherapist trained in person-centred and psychodynamic therapy, I work with people who experience the effects of childhood trauma, low self-worth, anxiety, estrangement, familial relationship issues, shame and attachment issues. I have also worked with many clients who live with suicidal ideation, depression, and grief and loss.
I believe that all behaviour makes sense in context and this ethos informs the way I work with clients. As a trauma informed integrative psychotherapist trained in person-centred and psychodynamic therapy, I work with people who experience the effects of childhood trauma, low self-worth, anxiety, estrangement, familial relationship issues, shame and attachment issues. I have also worked with many clients who live with suicidal ideation, depression, and grief and loss.
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Attachment-based Counsellors
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioural Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.