Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Counselling in Edinburgh
I’m Joanna, a Psychologist and CBT Therapist.
I aim to create a safe, non-judgemental space where you feel heard, supported, and understood. I believe that healing begins with understanding. Together, we will focus on identifying and transforming unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaviour, creating a positive shift in how you feel. We'll also work on recognising and strengthening your inner resources.
I’m Joanna, a Psychologist and CBT Therapist.
I aim to create a safe, non-judgemental space where you feel heard, supported, and understood. I believe that healing begins with understanding. Together, we will focus on identifying and transforming unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaviour, creating a positive shift in how you feel. We'll also work on recognising and strengthening your inner resources.
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 offer a safe, affirming space to explore identity, relationships, and mental health concerns. By combining evidence-based CBT techniques with a compassionate, person-centred approach, I’m here to empower you to discover your strengths and navigate toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
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 offer a safe, affirming space to explore identity, relationships, and mental health concerns. By combining evidence-based CBT techniques with a compassionate, person-centred approach, I’m here to empower you to discover your strengths and navigate toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
As a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, I use a mix of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), mindfulness techniques and other psychotherapy practices to assist clients with accomplishing their mental health goals.
My name is Sophie Forster ( BA, PG Dip) and I am a therapist within my own company, Healthy Being Therapy, which I co-own with two other therapists. I am passionate about helping people identify patterns in their lives and relationships that are preventing them from living a full life. Through a collaborative process, I help clients develop new behaviours that will enhance their well-being. I offer 1-to-1 counselling sessions in Edinburgh and East Lothian for help with anxiety, depression, addiction, eating disorders, trauma symptoms, self-care, life enhancement, goal attainment, self-discovery, life transitions and more.)
As a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, I use a mix of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), mindfulness techniques and other psychotherapy practices to assist clients with accomplishing their mental health goals.
My name is Sophie Forster ( BA, PG Dip) and I am a therapist within my own company, Healthy Being Therapy, which I co-own with two other therapists. I am passionate about helping people identify patterns in their lives and relationships that are preventing them from living a full life. Through a collaborative process, I help clients develop new behaviours that will enhance their well-being. I offer 1-to-1 counselling sessions in Edinburgh and East Lothian for help with anxiety, depression, addiction, eating disorders, trauma symptoms, self-care, life enhancement, goal attainment, self-discovery, life transitions and more.)
You may be a high-masking autistic or ADHD woman. You may have spent years coping, and even outwardly succeeding, until your nervous system simply can’t keep up. Many of my clients are neurodivergent women, often late-diagnosed or self-diagnosed, navigating burnout, perimenopause, trauma, self-doubt, and deep exhaustion from masking. You may have tried therapy before without lasting change and feel stuck in the same patterns. You’re looking for specialist, neurodiversity-affirming therapy that helps you understand why you struggle and offers practical ways to move forward.
You may be a high-masking autistic or ADHD woman. You may have spent years coping, and even outwardly succeeding, until your nervous system simply can’t keep up. Many of my clients are neurodivergent women, often late-diagnosed or self-diagnosed, navigating burnout, perimenopause, trauma, self-doubt, and deep exhaustion from masking. You may have tried therapy before without lasting change and feel stuck in the same patterns. You’re looking for specialist, neurodiversity-affirming therapy that helps you understand why you struggle and offers practical ways to move forward.
I specialise in both anxiety and ADHD. Anxiety can make even ordinary life feel like something to survive. The what-ifs, the replaying, the bracing for something that may never come. It's an exhausting way to live, and after a while you can't imagine feeling any other way. ADHD can leave you feeling like your mind is working against you. The chaos at home, the missed deadlines, and the grief of knowing what you're capable of and not getting there. Not laziness, just a mind that works differently. If either of those resonates, you're in the right place.
I specialise in both anxiety and ADHD. Anxiety can make even ordinary life feel like something to survive. The what-ifs, the replaying, the bracing for something that may never come. It's an exhausting way to live, and after a while you can't imagine feeling any other way. ADHD can leave you feeling like your mind is working against you. The chaos at home, the missed deadlines, and the grief of knowing what you're capable of and not getting there. Not laziness, just a mind that works differently. If either of those resonates, you're in the right place.
Children and teenagers significantly benefit from counselling therapies, which studies demonstrate are highly effective both in the short and long term. For older children and teenagers, talking therapy offers a unique, safe space to explore and understand feelings of sadness, anger, or anxiety. Younger children can benefit from a combination of play and talking therapy to help them process difficult experiences.
Children and teenagers significantly benefit from counselling therapies, which studies demonstrate are highly effective both in the short and long term. For older children and teenagers, talking therapy offers a unique, safe space to explore and understand feelings of sadness, anger, or anxiety. Younger children can benefit from a combination of play and talking therapy to help them process difficult experiences.
I am trained in a variety of psychological therapies including Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Mindfulness and Medical Hypnosis.
Hi! I'm Dr Emma Williams, Clinical Psychologist and Director of EmPsych Ltd. People come to me for therapy for help to manage a range of emotional and physical difficulties. I specialise in trauma therapy, adjustment to physical health difficulties, adjustment to and rehabilitation from neurological conditions including Functional Neurological Disorder (FND).
I am trained in a variety of psychological therapies including Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Mindfulness and Medical Hypnosis.
Hi! I'm Dr Emma Williams, Clinical Psychologist and Director of EmPsych Ltd. People come to me for therapy for help to manage a range of emotional and physical difficulties. I specialise in trauma therapy, adjustment to physical health difficulties, adjustment to and rehabilitation from neurological conditions including Functional Neurological Disorder (FND).
I mostly use cognitive behavioural therapy, but also draw on compassion focused therapy and mindfulness when we think this would be helpful .
I support people who feel trapped by panic attacks, avoid places because of anxiety, or feel stuck in difficult patterns with food and body image. I also work in an affirmative way with LGBTQIA+ people with a range of difficulties. I offer a warm, supportive space where therapy is grounded in research and delivered in a compassionate, genuine, and human way. Our work is led by what matters to you; your experiences, values, and preferences. All of my work is trauma informed, and highlights the impact of trauma on our thinking, coping, emotions, and bodies. We make sense of 'what happened to you', rather than 'what is wrong with you'.
I mostly use cognitive behavioural therapy, but also draw on compassion focused therapy and mindfulness when we think this would be helpful .
I support people who feel trapped by panic attacks, avoid places because of anxiety, or feel stuck in difficult patterns with food and body image. I also work in an affirmative way with LGBTQIA+ people with a range of difficulties. I offer a warm, supportive space where therapy is grounded in research and delivered in a compassionate, genuine, and human way. Our work is led by what matters to you; your experiences, values, and preferences. All of my work is trauma informed, and highlights the impact of trauma on our thinking, coping, emotions, and bodies. We make sense of 'what happened to you', rather than 'what is wrong with you'.
Using the CBT framework we will look at how your thoughts, emotions and behaviour are all interlinked.
Hello and welcome to my page. Sometimes our problems can seem overwhelming and out of control. We may experience unhelpful thinking and act in ways that may be out of character. The hardest part can be reaching out and asking for help. The good news is counselling can benefit so many. I know from personal experience that talking therapy can have positive, long lasting effects. I offer online and sessions in nature.
Using the CBT framework we will look at how your thoughts, emotions and behaviour are all interlinked.
Hello and welcome to my page. Sometimes our problems can seem overwhelming and out of control. We may experience unhelpful thinking and act in ways that may be out of character. The hardest part can be reaching out and asking for help. The good news is counselling can benefit so many. I know from personal experience that talking therapy can have positive, long lasting effects. I offer online and sessions in nature.
I’m a coaching psychologist based in Edinburgh. I work with a small number of high-performing individuals navigating growth, pressure, or psychological inflection points — professionally or personally.
I offer a discreet, bespoke coaching service — sometimes through monthly engagements, or intensive on-call days. This is not therapy, but a strategic psychological partnership.
Together, we co-create a space where our relationship and the work you want to do is held safely, from a place of deep care. I use a theoretical coaching approach, working on your current and future life. Deep listening helps, as does challenge.
I’m a coaching psychologist based in Edinburgh. I work with a small number of high-performing individuals navigating growth, pressure, or psychological inflection points — professionally or personally.
I offer a discreet, bespoke coaching service — sometimes through monthly engagements, or intensive on-call days. This is not therapy, but a strategic psychological partnership.
Together, we co-create a space where our relationship and the work you want to do is held safely, from a place of deep care. I use a theoretical coaching approach, working on your current and future life. Deep listening helps, as does challenge.
I am a CBT therapist offering online therapy in English and Polish for adults who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or feeling unsettled by changes in their lives.
My approach focuses on real, meaningful progress, not just talking things through. CBT is my main therapeutic framework, with sessions focused on your goals and what feels most relevant to you. I also draw on person-centered, compassion-focused, and existential approaches. I hold a Master’s degree in Psychology (Family Psychology), which informs my practice.
I am a CBT therapist offering online therapy in English and Polish for adults who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or feeling unsettled by changes in their lives.
My approach focuses on real, meaningful progress, not just talking things through. CBT is my main therapeutic framework, with sessions focused on your goals and what feels most relevant to you. I also draw on person-centered, compassion-focused, and existential approaches. I hold a Master’s degree in Psychology (Family Psychology), which informs my practice.
I specialise in helping people overcome these problems through Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT).
I am a qualified CBT therapist and have worked in the mental health sector for over 8 years. I have experience of working with a wide range of problems including, anxiety, OCD, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues. I offer a safe and compassionate space for individuals to explore their difficulties, finding new perspectives and ways to to cope.
I specialise in helping people overcome these problems through Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT).
I am a qualified CBT therapist and have worked in the mental health sector for over 8 years. I have experience of working with a wide range of problems including, anxiety, OCD, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues. I offer a safe and compassionate space for individuals to explore their difficulties, finding new perspectives and ways to to cope.
I am trained in a number of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Sensory Attachment Intervention (SAI).
Clinical Forensic Psychology is a child focused psychology practice specialising in the assessment and treatment of children and young people presenting with emotional and mental health difficulties related to experiences of trauma. In addition, I also provide treatment for children who are struggling with a wide range of emotional and behavioural difficulties. If you think I can help you or your child please get in contact with me for a no obligation discussion. You can find my website at www.clinicalforensic.com
I am trained in a number of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Sensory Attachment Intervention (SAI).
Clinical Forensic Psychology is a child focused psychology practice specialising in the assessment and treatment of children and young people presenting with emotional and mental health difficulties related to experiences of trauma. In addition, I also provide treatment for children who are struggling with a wide range of emotional and behavioural difficulties. If you think I can help you or your child please get in contact with me for a no obligation discussion. You can find my website at www.clinicalforensic.com
Dr Rhiannon King Couples & Relationship Therapy
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Online Only
Your relationship matters! Are you struggling with relationship, marital or family issues? Are you wanting to improve or enhance your relationship? Perhaps you’re both at a crossroads where your future as a couple seems uncertain? Maybe you’re considering separating or divorce? Are you feeling hurt, disconnected, stuck, anxious, frustrated, angry, lonely, misunderstood, overwhelmed, sad or scared? Are you struggling to communicate, connect, manage conflicts or difficult emotions, heal from loss of trust or an infidelity, establish or maintain healthy boundaries, manage family issues or adapt to change, life events or transitions?
Your relationship matters! Are you struggling with relationship, marital or family issues? Are you wanting to improve or enhance your relationship? Perhaps you’re both at a crossroads where your future as a couple seems uncertain? Maybe you’re considering separating or divorce? Are you feeling hurt, disconnected, stuck, anxious, frustrated, angry, lonely, misunderstood, overwhelmed, sad or scared? Are you struggling to communicate, connect, manage conflicts or difficult emotions, heal from loss of trust or an infidelity, establish or maintain healthy boundaries, manage family issues or adapt to change, life events or transitions?
I am passionate about forming strong therapeutic relationships to enable us to work in collaboration towards your personal goals. I have worked in psychology services since 2008 and as a Clinical Psychologist in highly specialist teams within the NHS since 2015. I became an EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner in 2024. I have specialist experience in working with people living with physical health conditions, as well as working with people who are dealing with challenging life stressors. I am experienced in drawing upon a number of evidenced based approaches and tailoring therapy to my clients needs, goals and values.
I am passionate about forming strong therapeutic relationships to enable us to work in collaboration towards your personal goals. I have worked in psychology services since 2008 and as a Clinical Psychologist in highly specialist teams within the NHS since 2015. I became an EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner in 2024. I have specialist experience in working with people living with physical health conditions, as well as working with people who are dealing with challenging life stressors. I am experienced in drawing upon a number of evidenced based approaches and tailoring therapy to my clients needs, goals and values.
I provide responsive, evidence-based psychological assessment and therapy for children, young people and adults. This work helps families understand concerns, navigate change and move forward with confidence.
My commitment is to listen carefully to your concerns, explore what may be contributing to difficulties and discuss a plan that reflects your needs. Therapeutic work draws on established psychological research, trauma-informed practice and clinical experience.
I provide responsive, evidence-based psychological assessment and therapy for children, young people and adults. This work helps families understand concerns, navigate change and move forward with confidence.
My commitment is to listen carefully to your concerns, explore what may be contributing to difficulties and discuss a plan that reflects your needs. Therapeutic work draws on established psychological research, trauma-informed practice and clinical experience.
Whilst I work as a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, dependent on your needs we will work out what suits you best.
I appreciate how daunting it is to trust a stranger and be vulnerable with them; taking this first step is extremely brave! I truly believe we can find meaning in our suffering, and hope to provide an authentic experience where you feel held, heard and safe. I came into this role as I genuinely care about human suffering and hold great empathy towards all. Life will throw many curveballs at you; reflection, awareness and understanding through our sessions will help equip you to navigate through them the best you can. Through knowing yourself you will be able to understand your reactions and how to bring about peace in yourself.
Whilst I work as a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, dependent on your needs we will work out what suits you best.
I appreciate how daunting it is to trust a stranger and be vulnerable with them; taking this first step is extremely brave! I truly believe we can find meaning in our suffering, and hope to provide an authentic experience where you feel held, heard and safe. I came into this role as I genuinely care about human suffering and hold great empathy towards all. Life will throw many curveballs at you; reflection, awareness and understanding through our sessions will help equip you to navigate through them the best you can. Through knowing yourself you will be able to understand your reactions and how to bring about peace in yourself.
I hold an MSc in Psychological Therapies ( CBT) with distinction.
I am a warm, compassionate psychological therapist who works with people of all ages to help them manage mental health difficulties. I provide personalised, evidence-based therapy tailored to each person’s unique needs and goals. I support people experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, PTSD, OCD, emotion dysregulation and phobias. I will support you to improve your understanding of yourself, others and your relationships, process difficult experiences you may have had and try out new ways of coping to allow you to make choices about how to live your life meaningfully.
I hold an MSc in Psychological Therapies ( CBT) with distinction.
I am a warm, compassionate psychological therapist who works with people of all ages to help them manage mental health difficulties. I provide personalised, evidence-based therapy tailored to each person’s unique needs and goals. I support people experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, PTSD, OCD, emotion dysregulation and phobias. I will support you to improve your understanding of yourself, others and your relationships, process difficult experiences you may have had and try out new ways of coping to allow you to make choices about how to live your life meaningfully.
I offer in person (in Edinburgh) and remote psychological therapy using Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT).
Living with a visible or invisible long term illness can impact on your thoughts, feelings and behaviour and affect your relationships, wellbeing and ability to function. I’m comfortable having difficult conversations about health and medical conditions, treatments, symptoms and the effect they have on your mental wellbeing. Psychological support can help you manage these challenges and get on with living a good life. Psychological support can also be helpful when you are receiving medical care or surgery. Collaborating with me before and after you have medical treatment or surgery can maximise your coping strategies and recovery.
I offer in person (in Edinburgh) and remote psychological therapy using Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT).
Living with a visible or invisible long term illness can impact on your thoughts, feelings and behaviour and affect your relationships, wellbeing and ability to function. I’m comfortable having difficult conversations about health and medical conditions, treatments, symptoms and the effect they have on your mental wellbeing. Psychological support can help you manage these challenges and get on with living a good life. Psychological support can also be helpful when you are receiving medical care or surgery. Collaborating with me before and after you have medical treatment or surgery can maximise your coping strategies and recovery.
I am a qualified counsellor with an advanced diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling. I also have a certificate in Hypnotherapy and mindfulness. In addition to working with adults, I have over twenty years experience working with young people and adults. I offer a safe and welcoming environment for you to share any of the issues that are effecting you.
I am a qualified counsellor with an advanced diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling. I also have a certificate in Hypnotherapy and mindfulness. In addition to working with adults, I have over twenty years experience working with young people and adults. I offer a safe and welcoming environment for you to share any of the issues that are effecting you.
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