Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Counselling in Edinburgh

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Niall Webb
Counsellor
1 Endorsed
I’m a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with experience working in the charity sector supporting clients with complex needs, as well as facilitating group therapy.
Through an integrative CBT approach using a combination of techniques, we'll explore the underlying beliefs and patterns that may be holding you back, while working together towards a place of self-acceptance, positive change, and the life you want to create.
I’m a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with experience working in the charity sector supporting clients with complex needs, as well as facilitating group therapy.
Through an integrative CBT approach using a combination of techniques, we'll explore the underlying beliefs and patterns that may be holding you back, while working together towards a place of self-acceptance, positive change, and the life you want to create.
01764 915882 View 01764 915882
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Siobhan Tyrrell
Psychotherapist, MBACP
My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in CBT, with compassion-focused and acceptance-based tools.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck in loops of overthinking, or worn down from trying to cope on your own, therapy can offer a place to pause and breathe. Many people I work with say things like, “My mind never switches off,” or “I’m exhausted from holding everything together.” You might feel trapped in your thoughts, constantly on edge, or quietly battling self-doubt while getting on with daily life. Often there’s a sense of, “I don’t know how I got here — I just know I can’t keep going like this.”
My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in CBT, with compassion-focused and acceptance-based tools.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck in loops of overthinking, or worn down from trying to cope on your own, therapy can offer a place to pause and breathe. Many people I work with say things like, “My mind never switches off,” or “I’m exhausted from holding everything together.” You might feel trapped in your thoughts, constantly on edge, or quietly battling self-doubt while getting on with daily life. Often there’s a sense of, “I don’t know how I got here — I just know I can’t keep going like this.”
0131 381 0318 View 0131 381 0318
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Rosalind Henderson
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
Hello and welcome! I’m Roz and I am an experienced Pluralistic Counsellor, providing online therapy. I have also worked in creative industries and love working with and nurturing creative minds. Our sense of self is coloured by our early experiences and often determines our adult choices, emotional reactions and internal dialogue. We absorb and adapt to the difficulties of our caregivers and circumstances, often filtered through previous generations of adversity. If this is your experience you may feel easily rejected, anxious, judged, angry or inadequate. You may feel a sense of depression, hopelessness, stuck or overwhelmed.
Hello and welcome! I’m Roz and I am an experienced Pluralistic Counsellor, providing online therapy. I have also worked in creative industries and love working with and nurturing creative minds. Our sense of self is coloured by our early experiences and often determines our adult choices, emotional reactions and internal dialogue. We absorb and adapt to the difficulties of our caregivers and circumstances, often filtered through previous generations of adversity. If this is your experience you may feel easily rejected, anxious, judged, angry or inadequate. You may feel a sense of depression, hopelessness, stuck or overwhelmed.
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Douglas Nicholson
Psychotherapist, MA, GMBPsS
Throughout our lives most of us will experience some form of emotional, mental or relationship problems. These problems can be related to our work, our home life, our past or simply come out of the blue. Sometimes it might just be a mild inconvenience, but more often it can affect our lives profoundly. Either way it can be hard to admit that help might be needed. And harder still to find the best help. That’s where I come in. With psychotherapy or counselling I can help you discover what the issues are and work with you to fix them.
Throughout our lives most of us will experience some form of emotional, mental or relationship problems. These problems can be related to our work, our home life, our past or simply come out of the blue. Sometimes it might just be a mild inconvenience, but more often it can affect our lives profoundly. Either way it can be hard to admit that help might be needed. And harder still to find the best help. That’s where I come in. With psychotherapy or counselling I can help you discover what the issues are and work with you to fix them.
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Dr Laura Wijnberg
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I offer a thoughtful, collaborative and trauma-informed space, drawing on CBT and integrative approaches, with particular experience in anxiety, low mood, OCD and neurodiversity.
You might find yourself overthinking, going over the same thoughts again and again, or struggling to switch your mind off. You may feel anxious, low, or stuck in patterns that are hard to break, even when part of you knows they don’t make sense. On the outside, things might look fine, but inside it can feel exhausting. You might feel caught in cycles of worry, doubt, or self-criticism, unsure how to move forward.
I offer a thoughtful, collaborative and trauma-informed space, drawing on CBT and integrative approaches, with particular experience in anxiety, low mood, OCD and neurodiversity.
You might find yourself overthinking, going over the same thoughts again and again, or struggling to switch your mind off. You may feel anxious, low, or stuck in patterns that are hard to break, even when part of you knows they don’t make sense. On the outside, things might look fine, but inside it can feel exhausting. You might feel caught in cycles of worry, doubt, or self-criticism, unsure how to move forward.
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Jaime Reininho
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
My approach is multi disciplinary, including Solution Focused, CBT, Mindfulness, Compassion Focused, Chairwork and Non-Violent Communication.
Are you suffering with anxiety, panic, depression, stress? Having relationship problems? Struggling with low confidence or self-esteem? Are you angry, irritable, short-tempered, or generally unhappy? Is your mind full of negativity that just doesn't go away? Confused, lost, overwhelmed, unable to concentrate or make decisions? Perhaps you could benefit from professional help. Asking for help is sometimes hard to do - perhaps you see this as a sign of weakness or failure. Sometimes we can't solve everything on our own. It's OK to ask for help. Admitting you have a problem is a sign of strength.
My approach is multi disciplinary, including Solution Focused, CBT, Mindfulness, Compassion Focused, Chairwork and Non-Violent Communication.
Are you suffering with anxiety, panic, depression, stress? Having relationship problems? Struggling with low confidence or self-esteem? Are you angry, irritable, short-tempered, or generally unhappy? Is your mind full of negativity that just doesn't go away? Confused, lost, overwhelmed, unable to concentrate or make decisions? Perhaps you could benefit from professional help. Asking for help is sometimes hard to do - perhaps you see this as a sign of weakness or failure. Sometimes we can't solve everything on our own. It's OK to ask for help. Admitting you have a problem is a sign of strength.
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Best Mind Best Life Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
As a qualified professional, I deliver individual CBT for various mental health difficulties, such as anxiety, depression and traumatic life events.
My approach is collaborative, working together to help you help yourself. I aim to provide a safe space for you to explore, grow, and process previous life events, finding ways to overcome them and learn from them. In the therapy room, you can expect unconditional acceptance and a non-judgmental environment where you can freely express yourself.
As a qualified professional, I deliver individual CBT for various mental health difficulties, such as anxiety, depression and traumatic life events.
My approach is collaborative, working together to help you help yourself. I aim to provide a safe space for you to explore, grow, and process previous life events, finding ways to overcome them and learn from them. In the therapy room, you can expect unconditional acceptance and a non-judgmental environment where you can freely express yourself.
0131 297 6064 View 0131 297 6064
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Alana Breen
Psychotherapist, MSc, GMBPsS
Online Only
I combine my specialism in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy ( CBT) with a compassionate, humanistic approach.
You may be struggling to cope with life’s challenges or wanting to break free from unhelpful cycles — and seeking a safe space where you feel heard and supported. As a qualified psychological therapist working in both the NHS and private practice, I offer compassionate, confidential support to adolescents (12+) and adults facing challenges such as depression and anxiety disorders. I also offer consultation and sessions for parents seeking guidance and support.
I combine my specialism in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy ( CBT) with a compassionate, humanistic approach.
You may be struggling to cope with life’s challenges or wanting to break free from unhelpful cycles — and seeking a safe space where you feel heard and supported. As a qualified psychological therapist working in both the NHS and private practice, I offer compassionate, confidential support to adolescents (12+) and adults facing challenges such as depression and anxiety disorders. I also offer consultation and sessions for parents seeking guidance and support.
01620 670499 View 01620 670499
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Melanie Peele
Counsellor, BACP
Online Only
While there is so much joy in getting to know ourselves deeply and authentically, living as a queer and/or transgender person in this world is not always easy. I specialise in gender, sexuality, and relationship diversity. I work with adults and older adolescents who are LGBTQIA+/gender non-conforming, or questioning their identities. I also specialise in trauma recovery, treating healthcare professionals, and working with English speaking immigrants. I work from multiple affirming perspectives, including Health at Every Size, neurodivergence affirming, disability affirming, and fat-positive perspectives.
While there is so much joy in getting to know ourselves deeply and authentically, living as a queer and/or transgender person in this world is not always easy. I specialise in gender, sexuality, and relationship diversity. I work with adults and older adolescents who are LGBTQIA+/gender non-conforming, or questioning their identities. I also specialise in trauma recovery, treating healthcare professionals, and working with English speaking immigrants. I work from multiple affirming perspectives, including Health at Every Size, neurodivergence affirming, disability affirming, and fat-positive perspectives.
0131 381 4596 View 0131 381 4596
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Fiona Simpson
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
I use a number of different psychological therapies, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy ( CBT) interpersonal psychotherapy, Schema-focussed Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) targeting problems with the most effective evidence based
All treatment is individually tailored to the needs of the person. To accelerate recovery times and minimise client treatment costs I use an intensive, focussed approach encouraging use of self-help materials between sessions.
I use a number of different psychological therapies, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy ( CBT) interpersonal psychotherapy, Schema-focussed Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) targeting problems with the most effective evidence based
All treatment is individually tailored to the needs of the person. To accelerate recovery times and minimise client treatment costs I use an intensive, focussed approach encouraging use of self-help materials between sessions.
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Clinical Forensic Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD
Edinburgh EH16
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
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Marcus O'Shea
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
I offer a warm, empathic, flexible approach to talk through your issues, along with evidence based tools that are tailored to your unique needs, so we can work with your mind for a happier, more fulfilling life, drawn from multiple schools including CBT, DBT, ACT, Mindfulness, and Somatics.
I work in a collaborative and flexible manner, with understanding my client's stories and experiences as my priority. I believe each client is unique, and seek to establish an empathic, accepting space where you can feel safe to share your feelings and experiences, talk through the issues you’re facing, and find the solutions and tools that’re right for you.
I offer a warm, empathic, flexible approach to talk through your issues, along with evidence based tools that are tailored to your unique needs, so we can work with your mind for a happier, more fulfilling life, drawn from multiple schools including CBT, DBT, ACT, Mindfulness, and Somatics.
I work in a collaborative and flexible manner, with understanding my client's stories and experiences as my priority. I believe each client is unique, and seek to establish an empathic, accepting space where you can feel safe to share your feelings and experiences, talk through the issues you’re facing, and find the solutions and tools that’re right for you.
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Roberta Dutra
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Edinburgh EH10
I am a CBT Brazilian-born counsellor, based in the UK, and my path into this work has been deeply personal.
I work with young people and adults facing trauma, anxiety, cultural identity issues, relationship struggles, and major life transitions. My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore what's holding you back and what healing might look like for you.
I am a CBT Brazilian-born counsellor, based in the UK, and my path into this work has been deeply personal.
I work with young people and adults facing trauma, anxiety, cultural identity issues, relationship struggles, and major life transitions. My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore what's holding you back and what healing might look like for you.
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Rachel McKay
Psychotherapist
1 Endorsed
Hi there - I'm a CBT Therapist based in Edinburgh - offering accessible therapy options in-person in Edinburgh and remotely online.
While I specialise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), I also draw on person-centred approaches to ensure therapy feels genuinely tailored to you. I believe everyone already has the inner resources needed to grow and heal - it just takes the right support to help them flourish.
Hi there - I'm a CBT Therapist based in Edinburgh - offering accessible therapy options in-person in Edinburgh and remotely online.
While I specialise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), I also draw on person-centred approaches to ensure therapy feels genuinely tailored to you. I believe everyone already has the inner resources needed to grow and heal - it just takes the right support to help them flourish.
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Ivaylo Petrov
Psychologist, MSc, CPsychol
As a CBT therapist, I combine proven therapeutic techniques with the principles of positive psychology and integrative methods.
I take a holistic approach to mental health, integrating mind, body, spirit, and relationships. Grounded in scientific research and client-centered care, I focus on resilience, hope, and meaningful change. My passion is to support your healing, recovery, and long-term well-being. Together, we build balanced and long lasting accomplishments.
As a CBT therapist, I combine proven therapeutic techniques with the principles of positive psychology and integrative methods.
I take a holistic approach to mental health, integrating mind, body, spirit, and relationships. Grounded in scientific research and client-centered care, I focus on resilience, hope, and meaningful change. My passion is to support your healing, recovery, and long-term well-being. Together, we build balanced and long lasting accomplishments.
0131 381 1946 View 0131 381 1946
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Lovisa Tidblom
Counsellor, MCOSCA
2 Endorsed
As an integrative cognitive behavioural therapist, I utilise various approaches to tailor therapy to your needs, empower you with effective strategies and tools for navigating the ups and downs of life.
My therapeutic philosophy centres around fostering a warm, honest, curious and collaborative environment. I bring patience to our work, recognising that personal growth unfolds at its own pace. The space I offer is confidential and one of acceptance celebrating and respecting the diversity of perspectives, backgrounds, and identities.
As an integrative cognitive behavioural therapist, I utilise various approaches to tailor therapy to your needs, empower you with effective strategies and tools for navigating the ups and downs of life.
My therapeutic philosophy centres around fostering a warm, honest, curious and collaborative environment. I bring patience to our work, recognising that personal growth unfolds at its own pace. The space I offer is confidential and one of acceptance celebrating and respecting the diversity of perspectives, backgrounds, and identities.
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Noam Simon
Psychotherapist, MA, MNCPS Acc.
3 Endorsed
I use an integrative and pragmatic approach, where I pull from different therapeutic modalities ( CBT, ACT, Psychodynamic, Narrative, Existential) to help you achieve your current goals.
So often our difficulties make us feel stuck, bound in place. We can feel caught in a loop, and not know how to get free. We might even know what to do - but either can't seem to do it or it won't work. And sometimes we don't even know what is making us feel stuck and where to start. Problems with our health, mood, traumatic experiences, changes to our life circumstances like work or living arrangement, relationships, habits- any of these can make us feel stuck.
I use an integrative and pragmatic approach, where I pull from different therapeutic modalities ( CBT, ACT, Psychodynamic, Narrative, Existential) to help you achieve your current goals.
So often our difficulties make us feel stuck, bound in place. We can feel caught in a loop, and not know how to get free. We might even know what to do - but either can't seem to do it or it won't work. And sometimes we don't even know what is making us feel stuck and where to start. Problems with our health, mood, traumatic experiences, changes to our life circumstances like work or living arrangement, relationships, habits- any of these can make us feel stuck.
0131 381 3592 View 0131 381 3592
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Dr Catriona Jack
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
I am grounded in CBT & Person Centred Therapy and utilise scientific based practice underpinned by evidence.
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.
I am grounded in CBT & Person Centred Therapy and utilise scientific based practice underpinned by evidence.
Do you feel a bit lost, frustrated, down or hopeless and unsure of how to make changes? Perhaps you feel like you are repeating the same life patterns. You may feel like you have tried everything and are on your last attempt. Well done for taking this step as I understand how daunting it can be, having done so myself. Lots of people are unsure of what to expect, fear being judged, or have difficulty opening up. I believe we could all benefit from therapy at times. How often do you have someone listen entirely to you in life? Choosing the right therapist can be overwhelming and its important we connect first in a free 15 minute call.
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Charlotte Yau
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Online Only
I am a CBT therapist with special interest in Intercultural Therapy.
Therapy with me is a place to reconnect with yourself, developing resilience and regain a sense of balance. I'm an integrative therapist offering a warm, compassionate space where people from all background can explore their experiences, identities, grief and challenges in a way that respect their cultural values and personal narratives.
I am a CBT therapist with special interest in Intercultural Therapy.
Therapy with me is a place to reconnect with yourself, developing resilience and regain a sense of balance. I'm an integrative therapist offering a warm, compassionate space where people from all background can explore their experiences, identities, grief and challenges in a way that respect their cultural values and personal narratives.
0131 381 3769 View 0131 381 3769
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Mary Wilson
Counsellor
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.
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