Education and Learning Disabilities Counselling in East Kilbride

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Jane Hamilton
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I have trained and practise as a person centred counsellor because I believe everyone has the potential to reach inside and find their own strength and resources, with a little help . There are times in all of our lives when we feel we need some extra help to cope with life events and struggles. I would like to help you through whatever it is that brings you here. Whether it is work, life events, or you're not sure what is wrong but feel something is not right, it can help to share your feelings with that impartial, non-judgemental someone, allowing you to clarify your own thoughts and helping you to see a way through.
I have trained and practise as a person centred counsellor because I believe everyone has the potential to reach inside and find their own strength and resources, with a little help . There are times in all of our lives when we feel we need some extra help to cope with life events and struggles. I would like to help you through whatever it is that brings you here. Whether it is work, life events, or you're not sure what is wrong but feel something is not right, it can help to share your feelings with that impartial, non-judgemental someone, allowing you to clarify your own thoughts and helping you to see a way through.
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Claire Blaney
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Serves Area
Hello! I'm an Arts Psychotherapist specialising in Dramatherapy. You don't need to have previous experience or skill in acting, theatre or drama to access Dramatherapy. Dramatherapy can be a form of talking therapy while also accessing non-verbal techniques and a range of creative therapeutic approaches which meet your needs to explore, express and understand your feelings and experiences in different ways when talking about them may prove challenging. I can offer you a safe, non-judgemental, trauma informed and creative space which is unique and tailored to support you with whatever brings you to therapy.
Hello! I'm an Arts Psychotherapist specialising in Dramatherapy. You don't need to have previous experience or skill in acting, theatre or drama to access Dramatherapy. Dramatherapy can be a form of talking therapy while also accessing non-verbal techniques and a range of creative therapeutic approaches which meet your needs to explore, express and understand your feelings and experiences in different ways when talking about them may prove challenging. I can offer you a safe, non-judgemental, trauma informed and creative space which is unique and tailored to support you with whatever brings you to therapy.
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GMQ Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Face to Face, Online and Telephone Counselling to fit around your availability. Individual counselling sessions: Standard fee for the first session is £25 then £55 per hour thereafter (concessionary rates negotiable). I also offer a free initial telephone consultation which lasts around 15 minutes to find out more about you and to assess what is best for you and your availability.
Face to Face, Online and Telephone Counselling to fit around your availability. Individual counselling sessions: Standard fee for the first session is £25 then £55 per hour thereafter (concessionary rates negotiable). I also offer a free initial telephone consultation which lasts around 15 minutes to find out more about you and to assess what is best for you and your availability.
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Kirstie Rees Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Ed. Psych.
Serves Area
Are you a parent or carer of a child or young person who has additional support needs, special educational needs or learning disabilities?
I am a child and educational psychologist with extensive experience and training. I work closely with parents and carers so that you have a clear understanding of your child's needs and know how to support their progress. I provide therapeutic support to children and young people and parents/carers. I also carry out assessment of learning and neurodiversity.
Are you a parent or carer of a child or young person who has additional support needs, special educational needs or learning disabilities?
I am a child and educational psychologist with extensive experience and training. I work closely with parents and carers so that you have a clear understanding of your child's needs and know how to support their progress. I provide therapeutic support to children and young people and parents/carers. I also carry out assessment of learning and neurodiversity.
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Connected Health and Wellbeing
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Connected Health and Wellbeing is a caring therapist-led network of accredited psychotherapists, counsellors, and trainers committed to supporting emotional and mental wellbeing. Our directors, Colin and Anne, are experienced psychotherapists, supervisors, and trainers who understand that reaching out for support can feel daunting. They aim to make the process as welcoming and tailored as possible. Your first contact will be with Anne or Colin, who will listen to your needs and match you with the ideal practitioner in our network. If you’re ready to take a step toward growth and healing, we’re here to support you.
Connected Health and Wellbeing is a caring therapist-led network of accredited psychotherapists, counsellors, and trainers committed to supporting emotional and mental wellbeing. Our directors, Colin and Anne, are experienced psychotherapists, supervisors, and trainers who understand that reaching out for support can feel daunting. They aim to make the process as welcoming and tailored as possible. Your first contact will be with Anne or Colin, who will listen to your needs and match you with the ideal practitioner in our network. If you’re ready to take a step toward growth and healing, we’re here to support you.
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Sharon Joyce
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
GMBPSS, MBACP (Accredited), MCOSCA (Accredited), MSSSC. I use the latest evidence-informed therapies. Accredited Psychotherapist. Masters degree Glasgow University 2001 and Masters degree in counselling and psychotherapy fully accredited and registered with BACP in addition to my fully qualified registration SSSC since my qualification in 1997. I am a registered member of MBACP Accred. MCOSCA and MSSSC. Adhere to policies and procedures and comply with the ethical framework for practice. This includes ongoing professional development, supervision and complainFees available on request. Supervision, BACP and SSSC regulations applied.
GMBPSS, MBACP (Accredited), MCOSCA (Accredited), MSSSC. I use the latest evidence-informed therapies. Accredited Psychotherapist. Masters degree Glasgow University 2001 and Masters degree in counselling and psychotherapy fully accredited and registered with BACP in addition to my fully qualified registration SSSC since my qualification in 1997. I am a registered member of MBACP Accred. MCOSCA and MSSSC. Adhere to policies and procedures and comply with the ethical framework for practice. This includes ongoing professional development, supervision and complainFees available on request. Supervision, BACP and SSSC regulations applied.
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Amanda Hartley
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Life feels hectic and busy most of the time. I'm sure at some point in the past we have all wished for a quiet moment to reboot our busy lives. So why is it so hard to make that happen? There are so many pressures we put on ourselves and the way we go about life..... if you need a neutral,supporting person to talk these feelings through with, or even some support in seeing things in a different way... I'm here! Friendly, enthusiastic and very supportive. No ones circumstances are the same and no one answer is right. We could find a new way of coping together to help you find the way to adjust to life today and going forward.
Life feels hectic and busy most of the time. I'm sure at some point in the past we have all wished for a quiet moment to reboot our busy lives. So why is it so hard to make that happen? There are so many pressures we put on ourselves and the way we go about life..... if you need a neutral,supporting person to talk these feelings through with, or even some support in seeing things in a different way... I'm here! Friendly, enthusiastic and very supportive. No ones circumstances are the same and no one answer is right. We could find a new way of coping together to help you find the way to adjust to life today and going forward.
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Ajay Lamba
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Online Only
Ajay Lamba has delivered psychotherapy in NHS hospitals and private practice, which has provided a wealth of experience with people from diverse backgrounds and all age groups. His academic and work career has been focused on helping people achieve their goals of recovery by relieving symptoms of depression and anxiety, from mild to severe psychological difficulties.
Ajay Lamba has delivered psychotherapy in NHS hospitals and private practice, which has provided a wealth of experience with people from diverse backgrounds and all age groups. His academic and work career has been focused on helping people achieve their goals of recovery by relieving symptoms of depression and anxiety, from mild to severe psychological difficulties.
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Colin Marshall
Psychotherapist
Hi I am a Gestalt therapist/Counsellor. I have over 10 years experience helping people with a variety of issues. If you want to change your life or change yourself or you are struggling with everyday issues counselling is the very place for you. With a safe place to explore yourself and your life with a non judgmental person (me) sitting along side you, this can be a very empowering and enriching experience. Life can get on top of us at times, taking some time out for yourself to process all the things that go swirling around our heads can be vital to a happy healthy life. couples appointment last for 1.5 hrs reduced fee for zoom
Hi I am a Gestalt therapist/Counsellor. I have over 10 years experience helping people with a variety of issues. If you want to change your life or change yourself or you are struggling with everyday issues counselling is the very place for you. With a safe place to explore yourself and your life with a non judgmental person (me) sitting along side you, this can be a very empowering and enriching experience. Life can get on top of us at times, taking some time out for yourself to process all the things that go swirling around our heads can be vital to a happy healthy life. couples appointment last for 1.5 hrs reduced fee for zoom
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Silent Stories
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenock PA16
I understand how difficult it can be to see your child struggling with anxiety, behaviour, trauma, loss, or overwhelming emotions. As a BAPT-registered Play Therapist, I provide a safe, compassionate space where children and young people can express themselves through play and creative therapy when words feel too hard. My approach is trauma-informed, attachment-focused, and child-centred. I work closely with parents and carers to help strengthen understanding, connection, and emotional resilience within the family. You do not need to have everything figured out before reaching out. Not all healing needs talking.
I understand how difficult it can be to see your child struggling with anxiety, behaviour, trauma, loss, or overwhelming emotions. As a BAPT-registered Play Therapist, I provide a safe, compassionate space where children and young people can express themselves through play and creative therapy when words feel too hard. My approach is trauma-informed, attachment-focused, and child-centred. I work closely with parents and carers to help strengthen understanding, connection, and emotional resilience within the family. You do not need to have everything figured out before reaching out. Not all healing needs talking.
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Manisha Gosar
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
My clients are from all walks of life—college students, professionals, & individuals navigating life transitions, who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure about how to move forward. Many often reach out when life begins to feel unmanageable, worry becomes constant, emotions feel heavy, or past experiences continue to affect the present. You might simply want a space to better understand yourself. I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space & using CBT / integrative approaches to explore patterns, build coping strategies, and foster resilience, helping them move forward with greater confidence and emotional balance.
My clients are from all walks of life—college students, professionals, & individuals navigating life transitions, who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure about how to move forward. Many often reach out when life begins to feel unmanageable, worry becomes constant, emotions feel heavy, or past experiences continue to affect the present. You might simply want a space to better understand yourself. I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space & using CBT / integrative approaches to explore patterns, build coping strategies, and foster resilience, helping them move forward with greater confidence and emotional balance.
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Mark Cuddihy
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Thank you for viewing my page. My name is Mark and I am an experienced counsellor supporting adults, young people, and children as young as ten. Counselling offers the opportunity to explore, challenge and overcome thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and experiences which continue to have a negative effect on your psychological and emotional wellbeing. Working together, you will develop the self-belief, agency, and resilience to heal laying the building blocks for a better life.
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Linda Smith
Counsellor, MBACP
Glasgow G41
Sometimes we experience changes or traumas that leave us struggling with the pressures of life, relationships, work, or studies. This can affect our self-esteem, our sense of identity, and our ability to cope. This can become overwhelming and may lead us to unhelpful or harmful thoughts and behaviours. With help, we can overcome our difficulties and learn to manage our emotions more effectively. With compassion, empathy, respect, and a safe space, we feel heard, considered, and valued. By understanding our thoughts and behaviours we can feel empowered to make positive changes that can lead us to fuller and more enjoyable lives.
Sometimes we experience changes or traumas that leave us struggling with the pressures of life, relationships, work, or studies. This can affect our self-esteem, our sense of identity, and our ability to cope. This can become overwhelming and may lead us to unhelpful or harmful thoughts and behaviours. With help, we can overcome our difficulties and learn to manage our emotions more effectively. With compassion, empathy, respect, and a safe space, we feel heard, considered, and valued. By understanding our thoughts and behaviours we can feel empowered to make positive changes that can lead us to fuller and more enjoyable lives.
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ABC Therapy Service
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
It's tough opening up to someone but we, via the therapeutical alliance, can create a safe space of trust where there is confidentiality, no judgment and that the client feels comfortable sharing. Here are some testimonials from previous clients for you to ponder: Social anxiety- My gran nearly fainted when she saw me ask someone who works in a shop a question, something I've never done in my life before. Trauma- Thanks so much for all that you've done, honestly you've been a saviour to me. Low self esteem- I've realised I'm stronger than I thought. Depression- You've helped me see that I can get the joy back in my life. Thanks.
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Louise Devlin
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Paisley PA1
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Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
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Sarah Bradley
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
1 Endorsed
Glasgow G42
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Having supported children, young people and families for around 20 years, I have worked with clients with a range of issues including: bereavement, low self esteem, anxiety, depression, family, divorce, addiction, obesity, confidence etc. I enjoy working in partnership with clients to set goals for therapy or to provide a safe space to talk things through, whichever they would prefer. Client feedback has included that I am an honest and genuine person. I really do care about my clients and enjoy providing for them a safe and welcome space to explore their issues. I work in a person centred way.
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Siobhan Lindsay
Psychotherapist, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Glasgow G77
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Do you experience intrusive thoughts that conflict with your values and cause distress, a constant doubt over whether you have checked the door is locked, or feel a need to undertake compulsions to reduce anxiety? Does part of you realise that these thoughts and compulsions are unhelpful, yet you struggle to stop them? Do you worry you are ‘going mad’ due to this? These may be symptoms of OCD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder which can be treated successfully with therapy. Intrusive thoughts do not define you or mean you are 'bad', they are simply thoughts, and we will work to together to take away their power.
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How effective is treatment for learning disabilities?
When initiated early and tailored to a child’s specific needs, learning disability treatment can be quite effective at helping a child cope with their disability, though its exact efficacy may depend on the severity of symptoms and whether comorbid disorders exist. Less is known about treatment initiated in adulthood, but it is certainly possible that an adult with a learning disability will see some improvement—or at the very least, identify workarounds and accommodations that could make symptoms less burdensome in day-to-day life.

When should someone seek treatment for learning disabilities?
It’s best to seek treatment as early as possible. Because learning disabilities often go unnoticed until a child starts school, or even until they’re a few years along, regular check-ins with teachers and doctors can help parents determine whether children are meeting milestones and keeping up with peers or whether an evaluation for learning disabilities may be warranted. And although earlier is always better, it’s never too late to be evaluated for learning disabilities and to seek treatment.

What happens if learning disabilities are left untreated?
Undiagnosed and untreated learning disabilities can be a source of significant frustration and shame for a child, who may feel that their challenges stem from a lack of intelligence or willpower. Such feelings can trigger low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety, which may push a child toward risky behaviors, including substance use. In adulthood, untreated learning disabilities can interfere with career success, and lingering feelings of self-doubt and shame can negatively affect someone’s mental health.

Are there medications for learning disabilities?
Currently, there are no medications designed to treat specific learning disabilities such as dysgraphia or dyscalculia. However, someone with a learning disability may be prescribed medication for a comorbid condition, such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD, which may have positive downstream effects on their learning disability; for example, a child with both ADHD and dyslexia may find that they’re better able to focus on their reading exercises after being prescribed a stimulant medication.