Female Counselling in Dunfermline
You may be feeling burnt out, stuck in unhelpful cycles, or overwhelmed by change. Perhaps you’re navigating a difficult past, querying neurodivergency, or adjusting after a major life event. If this sounds like you, you are in the right place.
My clients often seek space to reconnect, build self-compassion, and make sense of their experiences. As someone who has spent a big part of my career in trauma services, I understand the importance of taking the time to start trusting your therapist and have the right connection. So, a little about how I work.
You may be feeling burnt out, stuck in unhelpful cycles, or overwhelmed by change. Perhaps you’re navigating a difficult past, querying neurodivergency, or adjusting after a major life event. If this sounds like you, you are in the right place.
My clients often seek space to reconnect, build self-compassion, and make sense of their experiences. As someone who has spent a big part of my career in trauma services, I understand the importance of taking the time to start trusting your therapist and have the right connection. So, a little about how I work.
Hello, I'm Asifa - a Trauma Informed, Neurodivergent Therapist. If your feeling stuck or seeking a fresh perspective, I invite you into a space where you can explore what's going on beneath the surface with compassion, care & reconnect with your inner strengths.
With over 20 years experience supporting individuals & families across the military, mental health services, disability support & addiction recovery. I understand how life's challenges can affect every part of us, I've also worked extensively with young people & families in education settings addressing issues such as trauma, suicide, self harm, loss & bullying.
Hello, I'm Asifa - a Trauma Informed, Neurodivergent Therapist. If your feeling stuck or seeking a fresh perspective, I invite you into a space where you can explore what's going on beneath the surface with compassion, care & reconnect with your inner strengths.
With over 20 years experience supporting individuals & families across the military, mental health services, disability support & addiction recovery. I understand how life's challenges can affect every part of us, I've also worked extensively with young people & families in education settings addressing issues such as trauma, suicide, self harm, loss & bullying.
If you’re feeling stuck, unsure of yourself, or disconnected from who you really are, counselling can be a powerful step toward change. I offer a calm, understanding space where you can explore what’s happening beneath the surface, without judgement or pressure.
My approach is real and human - we’ll talk openly, reflect deeply, and work together to understand what’s been shaping your thoughts, feelings, and choices. Whether you’re struggling with self-esteem, anxiety, addiction, self-harm, or relationship patterns, I’ll help you begin finding a sense of clarity, direction, and confidence in being yourself.
If you’re feeling stuck, unsure of yourself, or disconnected from who you really are, counselling can be a powerful step toward change. I offer a calm, understanding space where you can explore what’s happening beneath the surface, without judgement or pressure.
My approach is real and human - we’ll talk openly, reflect deeply, and work together to understand what’s been shaping your thoughts, feelings, and choices. Whether you’re struggling with self-esteem, anxiety, addiction, self-harm, or relationship patterns, I’ll help you begin finding a sense of clarity, direction, and confidence in being yourself.
I'm experienced working with children, teens and adults regularly working within the primary and secondary education system throughout Fife and in an agency environment. I understand the unique developmental needs and challenges faced by a younger age group regularly exploring issues around self-esteem, social anxiety, general anxiety, anger, loss, attachment issues, self- harm, suicidal ideation, sexual abuse and neuro-divergence. My work with adults includes dealing with the effects of trauma, childhood sexual abuse and relational difficulties inc emotional, domestic and narcissistic abuse and childhood emotional neglect.
I'm experienced working with children, teens and adults regularly working within the primary and secondary education system throughout Fife and in an agency environment. I understand the unique developmental needs and challenges faced by a younger age group regularly exploring issues around self-esteem, social anxiety, general anxiety, anger, loss, attachment issues, self- harm, suicidal ideation, sexual abuse and neuro-divergence. My work with adults includes dealing with the effects of trauma, childhood sexual abuse and relational difficulties inc emotional, domestic and narcissistic abuse and childhood emotional neglect.
Sometimes we can feel sad, overwhelmed and stuck. We might not always know the reasons why, but we do know that we don’t want to stay feeling like this. Friends and family are not always available or the best people to speak with to get unbiased support. It may be a past trauma, a difficult childhood, an unhappy relationship, stress / anxiety / depression or bereavement & loss. You may have an ok or good relationship that you would like to make better, to understand your partner or be understood. You may be considering leaving your relationship but are not sure how to.
Sometimes we can feel sad, overwhelmed and stuck. We might not always know the reasons why, but we do know that we don’t want to stay feeling like this. Friends and family are not always available or the best people to speak with to get unbiased support. It may be a past trauma, a difficult childhood, an unhappy relationship, stress / anxiety / depression or bereavement & loss. You may have an ok or good relationship that you would like to make better, to understand your partner or be understood. You may be considering leaving your relationship but are not sure how to.
I am a psychodynamic walk & talk therapist. I specialise in gently exploring unresolved early life experiences that may still be shaping your present. These unresolved issues often lie beneath the surface, waiting to be fully processed. I work with trauma, anxiety, depression, and those feelings of being "stuck" that can seem overwhelming. Walk & Talk helps calm the overwhelm.
Together, we’ll create space to pause, reflect, and uncover how past events might be influencing you now. This process can stir emotions, but it also offers real relief and the opportunity to see yourself and your life with greater clarity and compassion.
I am a psychodynamic walk & talk therapist. I specialise in gently exploring unresolved early life experiences that may still be shaping your present. These unresolved issues often lie beneath the surface, waiting to be fully processed. I work with trauma, anxiety, depression, and those feelings of being "stuck" that can seem overwhelming. Walk & Talk helps calm the overwhelm.
Together, we’ll create space to pause, reflect, and uncover how past events might be influencing you now. This process can stir emotions, but it also offers real relief and the opportunity to see yourself and your life with greater clarity and compassion.
You may have tried talking therapies and understand why you respond in certain ways but struggle to actually change how you feel and what you do. EMDR can really help us change our responses. If you would like to find out how EMDR or CBT could work for you please do get in touch via the link and I can provide more information via email or have a chat on the phone or Zoom.
I offer EMDR (including Attachment Informed EMDR) and CBT for adults online and in person. I am also a qualified supervisor and provide supervision remotely.
You may have tried talking therapies and understand why you respond in certain ways but struggle to actually change how you feel and what you do. EMDR can really help us change our responses. If you would like to find out how EMDR or CBT could work for you please do get in touch via the link and I can provide more information via email or have a chat on the phone or Zoom.
I offer EMDR (including Attachment Informed EMDR) and CBT for adults online and in person. I am also a qualified supervisor and provide supervision remotely.
I am an experienced psychodynamic counsellor with over two decades of experience working in education and supporting young people and adults with mental health. I qualified as a teacher in 2004 and completed counselling training in 2013. I use my counselling skills in pastoral support in secondary schools, in my role as a guidance teacher, and I offer counselling to adults and young people, in a 1-1 setting.
I have found counselling to be life changing for many people. It has enabled clients to understand themselves, their experiences, and their challenges from a different perspective, allowing for healing and personal growth.
I am an experienced psychodynamic counsellor with over two decades of experience working in education and supporting young people and adults with mental health. I qualified as a teacher in 2004 and completed counselling training in 2013. I use my counselling skills in pastoral support in secondary schools, in my role as a guidance teacher, and I offer counselling to adults and young people, in a 1-1 setting.
I have found counselling to be life changing for many people. It has enabled clients to understand themselves, their experiences, and their challenges from a different perspective, allowing for healing and personal growth.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, stress, life adjustments, relational issues, or other struggles with mental health, you deserve to be heard and supported. The isolation and confusion can feel overwhelming, but as long as you are dedicated to moving forward there is so much hope and so many possibilities for healing.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, stress, life adjustments, relational issues, or other struggles with mental health, you deserve to be heard and supported. The isolation and confusion can feel overwhelming, but as long as you are dedicated to moving forward there is so much hope and so many possibilities for healing.
Hello, I'm Jodi and I’m a qualified CBT therapist, able to work with adults and young people. I use evidence based cognitive behavioural therapy techniques in the treatment of a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, panic, low self-esteem and PTSD. Where appropriate, I may integrate techniques informed by other therapies. Whether you know what you’d like help with, or just feel ‘stuck’ or ‘not yourself’, I provide an opportunity for you to explore your problems, understand the approach and rationale for techniques used, and teach you to apply these in your everyday life, in order to improve your psychological well-being.
Hello, I'm Jodi and I’m a qualified CBT therapist, able to work with adults and young people. I use evidence based cognitive behavioural therapy techniques in the treatment of a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, panic, low self-esteem and PTSD. Where appropriate, I may integrate techniques informed by other therapies. Whether you know what you’d like help with, or just feel ‘stuck’ or ‘not yourself’, I provide an opportunity for you to explore your problems, understand the approach and rationale for techniques used, and teach you to apply these in your everyday life, in order to improve your psychological well-being.
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of yourself, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to face it on your own. You might be struggling in a relationship, feeling disconnected, or repeating painful patterns. You might be managing stress, anxiety or depression, dealing with loss, or navigating change. Even if you’re not sure what you need, it’s okay to start with that. You’re welcome to bring any part of your life that feels difficult or important to explore. Counselling offers a space to breathe, reflect, and begin to understand what’s been holding you back—so you can move forward with more clarity and self-compassion.
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of yourself, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to face it on your own. You might be struggling in a relationship, feeling disconnected, or repeating painful patterns. You might be managing stress, anxiety or depression, dealing with loss, or navigating change. Even if you’re not sure what you need, it’s okay to start with that. You’re welcome to bring any part of your life that feels difficult or important to explore. Counselling offers a space to breathe, reflect, and begin to understand what’s been holding you back—so you can move forward with more clarity and self-compassion.
Do you feel overwhelmed? Struggling to sleep? Feeling anxious and down? Stuck & struggling to see a way forward? Feeling adverse body symptoms or chronic pain?
I am an FHT accredited Somatic Trauma Therapist and a Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapist registered with the CNHC and accredited by the Craniosacral Therapy Association.
I offer in person (and online) Somatic Trauma Therapy and Craniosacral Therapy in person in Dunfermline and Glasgow.
I offer a safe, supportive, confidential and non- judgmental space for you to be you, no matter what is going on for you. Reach out to understand, process & support your healing journey.
Do you feel overwhelmed? Struggling to sleep? Feeling anxious and down? Stuck & struggling to see a way forward? Feeling adverse body symptoms or chronic pain?
I am an FHT accredited Somatic Trauma Therapist and a Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapist registered with the CNHC and accredited by the Craniosacral Therapy Association.
I offer in person (and online) Somatic Trauma Therapy and Craniosacral Therapy in person in Dunfermline and Glasgow.
I offer a safe, supportive, confidential and non- judgmental space for you to be you, no matter what is going on for you. Reach out to understand, process & support your healing journey.
Hello, I’m Ellie. In our work together, I aim to offer a space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported. I know it’s not always easy to take the first step towards reaching out for help, and I want to assure you that therapy is a space just for you—free from judgment, full of care, and centred on what matters most to you.
I use a psychodynamic approach to help you explore the patterns and experiences, past and present, that may be shaping your life today. Together, we’ll gently bring these into awareness so you can move forward with more clarity, self-understanding, and purpose.
Hello, I’m Ellie. In our work together, I aim to offer a space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported. I know it’s not always easy to take the first step towards reaching out for help, and I want to assure you that therapy is a space just for you—free from judgment, full of care, and centred on what matters most to you.
I use a psychodynamic approach to help you explore the patterns and experiences, past and present, that may be shaping your life today. Together, we’ll gently bring these into awareness so you can move forward with more clarity, self-understanding, and purpose.
I specialise in supporting adults who are feeling overwhelmed. Stress can happen with a sudden change such as bereavement, job loss or relationship ending. It can also build with an increase in responsibilities. There can be times when life is quiet, giving you time to remember difficult past events. These memories can be troubling and make everyday life difficult. Overwhelm can show up as anxiety, low mood, avoiding things you used to enjoy. Perhaps work is too much now, or you find you are drinking/eating more than usual. Your sleep pattern may have changed. Effective help is here now.
I specialise in supporting adults who are feeling overwhelmed. Stress can happen with a sudden change such as bereavement, job loss or relationship ending. It can also build with an increase in responsibilities. There can be times when life is quiet, giving you time to remember difficult past events. These memories can be troubling and make everyday life difficult. Overwhelm can show up as anxiety, low mood, avoiding things you used to enjoy. Perhaps work is too much now, or you find you are drinking/eating more than usual. Your sleep pattern may have changed. Effective help is here now.
My name is Joanne and I am a fully qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and Group Work Therapist. I offer a range of services including online counselling, online CBT and telephone counselling to help you on your journey to mental wellness. I am a skilled, warm and empathetic practitioner with a keen interest in personal development in the field of CBT and all modalities of psychotherapy. I pride myself on the relationships I build with my clients which forms the basis of the work we are able to achieve together.
My name is Joanne and I am a fully qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and Group Work Therapist. I offer a range of services including online counselling, online CBT and telephone counselling to help you on your journey to mental wellness. I am a skilled, warm and empathetic practitioner with a keen interest in personal development in the field of CBT and all modalities of psychotherapy. I pride myself on the relationships I build with my clients which forms the basis of the work we are able to achieve together.
Welcome – I'm a Counselling Psychologist based just outside Dunfermline, with over 15 years of experience in both the NHS and private sector.
I work alongside people to help make sense of emotional distress and identify meaningful ways to move forward. Therapy can offer a supportive space to explore unhelpful life patterns — the thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that keep us stuck — and to develop greater awareness, understanding, and tools for change.
Welcome – I'm a Counselling Psychologist based just outside Dunfermline, with over 15 years of experience in both the NHS and private sector.
I work alongside people to help make sense of emotional distress and identify meaningful ways to move forward. Therapy can offer a supportive space to explore unhelpful life patterns — the thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that keep us stuck — and to develop greater awareness, understanding, and tools for change.
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.
Working online UK wide I offer honest open counselling. A client who is looking for a 1 off session or a long term approach can find in our work a place to express their concerns and find it treated sensitively. I have experience of a range of counselling wants and needs. Change will not happen unless change is made and together my clients and I work out what their starting point and way forward will be to achieve what they are looking for.
Working online UK wide I offer honest open counselling. A client who is looking for a 1 off session or a long term approach can find in our work a place to express their concerns and find it treated sensitively. I have experience of a range of counselling wants and needs. Change will not happen unless change is made and together my clients and I work out what their starting point and way forward will be to achieve what they are looking for.
I am a qualified Clinical Associate in Applied Psychology (CAAP), offering psychological therapy. I work with adults (18 and over) experiencing generalised anxiety, health anxiety, social anxiety, low mood & depression, panic disorder & agoraphobia, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, specific phobia, emotion dysregulation, low self-esteem, and body focused repetitive behaviours. My training is grounded in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), an evidence-based therapy effective for a variety of disorders. CBT works with the here and now, focusing in on the present issues affecting individuals.
I am a qualified Clinical Associate in Applied Psychology (CAAP), offering psychological therapy. I work with adults (18 and over) experiencing generalised anxiety, health anxiety, social anxiety, low mood & depression, panic disorder & agoraphobia, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, specific phobia, emotion dysregulation, low self-esteem, and body focused repetitive behaviours. My training is grounded in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), an evidence-based therapy effective for a variety of disorders. CBT works with the here and now, focusing in on the present issues affecting individuals.
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.
Nearby Female Counsellors Searches for Dunfermline
- Alloa
- Balerno
- Bo'ness
- Burntisland
- Cowdenbeath
- Edinburgh
- Grangemouth
- Kinross
- Kirkliston
- Linlithgow
- Livingston
- South Queensferry
Female Counsellors
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.