Couples Counselling in Edinburgh

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Sally Harris
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
Edinburgh EH5  (Online Only)
I offer short or long term therapy for couples and individuals, and work in a person centred way, providing a warm, genuine, confidential and non-judgemental safe space for you to talk about what is going on for you.
You’re probably experiencing some difficulties at the moment, either as a couple or as an individual, and looking for a space to explore what is going on for you, understand why you feel as you do, and perhaps put in place some strategies for making a positive change. You may be experiencing the emotional stress of infertility, or have experienced the loss of a baby, and are looking for a place to talk through your thoughts and feelings. 1 in 4 of us will experience some mental health problems, so you are not alone in looking for support.
I offer short or long term therapy for couples and individuals, and work in a person centred way, providing a warm, genuine, confidential and non-judgemental safe space for you to talk about what is going on for you.
You’re probably experiencing some difficulties at the moment, either as a couple or as an individual, and looking for a space to explore what is going on for you, understand why you feel as you do, and perhaps put in place some strategies for making a positive change. You may be experiencing the emotional stress of infertility, or have experienced the loss of a baby, and are looking for a place to talk through your thoughts and feelings. 1 in 4 of us will experience some mental health problems, so you are not alone in looking for support.
0131 381 4625 View 0131 381 4625
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Greg Barton
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Edinburgh EH9
I work with people with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, loss, relationship challenges or abuse, complicated parent&child relationships (teenagers/young adults ) adolescent boys struggling to find their identity and place in society.
​"When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves." ​ - Viktor Frankl Find out more about how I may be able to help you by visiting my website www.counsellingcoachingtherapy.com & www.snowlinetreks.com
I work with people with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, loss, relationship challenges or abuse, complicated parent&child relationships (teenagers/young adults ) adolescent boys struggling to find their identity and place in society.
​"When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves." ​ - Viktor Frankl Find out more about how I may be able to help you by visiting my website www.counsellingcoachingtherapy.com & www.snowlinetreks.com
0131 357 3826 View 0131 357 3826
Photo of Holt J. S. Hauser, Psychotherapist in Edinburgh, Scotland
Holt J. S. Hauser
Psychotherapist, PMCOSCA
Verified
Edinburgh EH6
Waitlist for new clients
Psychotherapy is an intervention based on maintaining a relationship .
Your decision to do undertake therapy is significant; it marks a moment where you have decided you and your life need to be different, and you are willing to do the work of changing. Whether you have come to this work because things have gone awry in the present, you've always had parts of yourself you wished to change, or because you've realised you need to grow to achieve your goals in the future, I want to offer my presence, space, and care to you. Whatever challenge you are struggling with, I am here to facilitate your process of growth, and to discover with you who you are - and help you become who you want to be.
Psychotherapy is an intervention based on maintaining a relationship .
Your decision to do undertake therapy is significant; it marks a moment where you have decided you and your life need to be different, and you are willing to do the work of changing. Whether you have come to this work because things have gone awry in the present, you've always had parts of yourself you wished to change, or because you've realised you need to grow to achieve your goals in the future, I want to offer my presence, space, and care to you. Whatever challenge you are struggling with, I am here to facilitate your process of growth, and to discover with you who you are - and help you become who you want to be.
0131 378 8399 View 0131 378 8399
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Leap Psychological Services
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Edinburgh EH7
Dharshi has considerable experience of working with adults (age 16+) with a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, mental and physical abuse, self-esteem, body image issues, grief, life transitions and relationship difficulties.
Life can throw you a curveball when you least expect it. From day-to-day issues to unforeseen crises and mental health difficulties; many obstacles can stop you from pursuing your dreams. These situations can be hard to deal with alone. That is why Leap Psychological Services offer face-to-face and online psychological wellbeing therapies/counselling and life and personal coaching services. Covering the United Kingdom and the rest of the world, we work with both individuals and groups and can work in various languages. We team up with trusted independent psychological wellbeing practitioners, life and personal coaches worldwide.
Dharshi has considerable experience of working with adults (age 16+) with a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, mental and physical abuse, self-esteem, body image issues, grief, life transitions and relationship difficulties.
Life can throw you a curveball when you least expect it. From day-to-day issues to unforeseen crises and mental health difficulties; many obstacles can stop you from pursuing your dreams. These situations can be hard to deal with alone. That is why Leap Psychological Services offer face-to-face and online psychological wellbeing therapies/counselling and life and personal coaching services. Covering the United Kingdom and the rest of the world, we work with both individuals and groups and can work in various languages. We team up with trusted independent psychological wellbeing practitioners, life and personal coaches worldwide.
0131 322 1691 View 0131 322 1691
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Craig Miller
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Verified
Edinburgh EH1
Not accepting new clients
Anxiety, family/ relationship struggles, traumatic past experiences, feeling low...there are lots of reasons that may have driven you in search of someone to speak with. I offer a safe, confidential and grounded space to share whatever might be concerning you. We will explore whatever has led you to seek counselling at whatever pace feels safest and easiest for you. In terms of how you might experience me...Open, warm, grounded, not afraid to have a laugh or shed a tear, sensitive, non-judgemental and welcoming of all regardless of race, age, gender, sexuality or history.
Anxiety, family/ relationship struggles, traumatic past experiences, feeling low...there are lots of reasons that may have driven you in search of someone to speak with. I offer a safe, confidential and grounded space to share whatever might be concerning you. We will explore whatever has led you to seek counselling at whatever pace feels safest and easiest for you. In terms of how you might experience me...Open, warm, grounded, not afraid to have a laugh or shed a tear, sensitive, non-judgemental and welcoming of all regardless of race, age, gender, sexuality or history.
0131 381 0175 View 0131 381 0175
Photo of Anne Mary Evelyn Duffy, Psychotherapist in Edinburgh, Scotland
Anne Mary Evelyn Duffy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Edinburgh EH3
I work with individuals and couples , specialising in relationship counselling, sex therapy and sex addiction & compulsivity therapy. As a relationship counsellor, I support couples with various complex issues, including dealing with the impact of porn addiction on their relationship .
I work with individuals and couples , specialising in relationship counselling, sex therapy and sex addiction & compulsivity therapy. As a relationship counsellor, I support couples with various complex issues, including dealing with the impact of porn addiction on their relationship .
0131 510 1868 View 0131 510 1868
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Lianne Brodie
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Edinburgh EH10
The most important part of counselling is the relationship with the therapist.
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.
The most important part of counselling is the relationship with the therapist.
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.
01764 915869 View 01764 915869
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Owen Vaughan
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Edinburgh EH11
I work both online and face-to-face (with couples , face-to-face only).
I offer counselling and psychotherapy on a wide range of issues based on my training in Transactional Analysis, which I finds provides a flexible and responsive approach to therapy and counselling. Throughout our work, I want you to understand the therapy process and feel comfortable that we are focussing on your needs. I work both short and long-term with clients as their needs arise.
I work both online and face-to-face (with couples , face-to-face only).
I offer counselling and psychotherapy on a wide range of issues based on my training in Transactional Analysis, which I finds provides a flexible and responsive approach to therapy and counselling. Throughout our work, I want you to understand the therapy process and feel comfortable that we are focussing on your needs. I work both short and long-term with clients as their needs arise.
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Joanne Warner
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified
Edinburgh EH12  (Online Only)
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, work through trauma, deal with past abuse, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, work through trauma, deal with past abuse, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
0131 381 4297 View 0131 381 4297
Photo of Ana Puljic, Counsellor in Edinburgh, Scotland
Ana Puljic
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Edinburgh EH2
While I'm especially interested in working with existential issues and those affected by parental narcissism, I'm experienced in working with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, complex trauma, sexual abuse, attachment, substance abuse, and family and relationship problems.
Hi there, my name is Ana and I'm a psychodynamic therapist with a special interest and experience in working with those affected by existential issues and a Masters thesis in working with adult children of parents with narcissistic traits. In my client work, I draw on my background in psychology, philosophy and systemic therapy, as well as psychodynamic therapy and attachment theory which looks at the unconscious relational processes between us and finds links between what you're experiencing in the present and your early childhood and family experiences.
While I'm especially interested in working with existential issues and those affected by parental narcissism, I'm experienced in working with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, complex trauma, sexual abuse, attachment, substance abuse, and family and relationship problems.
Hi there, my name is Ana and I'm a psychodynamic therapist with a special interest and experience in working with those affected by existential issues and a Masters thesis in working with adult children of parents with narcissistic traits. In my client work, I draw on my background in psychology, philosophy and systemic therapy, as well as psychodynamic therapy and attachment theory which looks at the unconscious relational processes between us and finds links between what you're experiencing in the present and your early childhood and family experiences.
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Photo of Celeste Micciche, Psychotherapist in Edinburgh, Scotland
Celeste Micciche
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Edinburgh EH7
The Neo-Functionalism approach, with which I was trained, is an integrated therapy and is characterized by a specific theory of the mind-body relationship that looks at the person as a whole and as multidimensional.
I am an Italian psychologist and psychotherapist based in Edinburgh and Whitburn, Bathgate. Given my training in these two areas, I work with various issues that may afflict you, such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorders, relationship issues, etc. Also, I use an affirmative approach in my work. This means that I validate and support the needs of people of sexual and gender minorities, promoting the search and the expression of an authentic dimension of themselves and their own identity.
The Neo-Functionalism approach, with which I was trained, is an integrated therapy and is characterized by a specific theory of the mind-body relationship that looks at the person as a whole and as multidimensional.
I am an Italian psychologist and psychotherapist based in Edinburgh and Whitburn, Bathgate. Given my training in these two areas, I work with various issues that may afflict you, such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorders, relationship issues, etc. Also, I use an affirmative approach in my work. This means that I validate and support the needs of people of sexual and gender minorities, promoting the search and the expression of an authentic dimension of themselves and their own identity.
0141 673 8698 View 0141 673 8698
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Sarah Somner
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Edinburgh EH10
I offer counselling and psychotherapy for both individuals and couples with wide ranging issues. Counselling can be a very important part of managing your mental wellbeing, particularly at this worrying and for some, lonely time. I  provide a safe and confidential therapeutic space, where you can feel listened to and understood, allowing you to explore your emotions, without being judged.
I offer counselling and psychotherapy for both individuals and couples with wide ranging issues. Counselling can be a very important part of managing your mental wellbeing, particularly at this worrying and for some, lonely time. I  provide a safe and confidential therapeutic space, where you can feel listened to and understood, allowing you to explore your emotions, without being judged.
0131 510 5843 View 0131 510 5843
Irene M C Soldavini
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP
Verified
Edinburgh EH3  (Online Only)
As an individual and relationship counsellor, I specialise in pluralistic counselling, a collaborative, integrative perspective rooted in humanistic and person-centred values.
I am Irene, a registered BACP counsellor with a PhD in anthropology and diasporic film studies. My academic and life experiences have allowed me to understand intrapersonal and interpersonal complexities individuals face, and I use this knowledge to help people. I believe each client is unique, and my practice focuses on creating a tailored counselling experience for each individual by creating a safe, non-judgmental space for them to explore, and become aware of their experiences and feelings. I offer counselling sessions in English and Italian.
As an individual and relationship counsellor, I specialise in pluralistic counselling, a collaborative, integrative perspective rooted in humanistic and person-centred values.
I am Irene, a registered BACP counsellor with a PhD in anthropology and diasporic film studies. My academic and life experiences have allowed me to understand intrapersonal and interpersonal complexities individuals face, and I use this knowledge to help people. I believe each client is unique, and my practice focuses on creating a tailored counselling experience for each individual by creating a safe, non-judgmental space for them to explore, and become aware of their experiences and feelings. I offer counselling sessions in English and Italian.
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Agnes Ulmer
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Edinburgh EH14  (Online Only)
Do you feel lonely, misunderstood or not heard? Do you have difficulties in your relationship ? Are you struggling with change? Has anxiety been causing you problems in your daily life? I can offer a safe, confidential space where you can explore your feelings and thoughts about your relational or personal issues.
Do you feel lonely, misunderstood or not heard? Do you have difficulties in your relationship ? Are you struggling with change? Has anxiety been causing you problems in your daily life? I can offer a safe, confidential space where you can explore your feelings and thoughts about your relational or personal issues.
0131 322 1373 View 0131 322 1373
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Mindship CBT Therapy - Malwina Matysek
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Edinburgh EH11  (Online Only)
I have an extensive expertise working with anxiety disorders, depression, OCD, personality disorders, low self-esteem, bereavement, trauma, ADHD, thanatophobia, stress, and relationship issues.
As a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, I am dedicated to providing individuals with a safe and confidential space to explore and address a wide range of emotional, psychological, and behavioural challenges. With extensive training and a deep commitment to helping others, I offer guidance, support, and evidence-based interventions to promote mental and emotional well-being. I work collaboratively with clients to assess their unique concerns, develop treatment plans to identify and modify thought patterns or behaviours that contribute to distress. I introduce clients to essential CBT tools and practical interventions.
I have an extensive expertise working with anxiety disorders, depression, OCD, personality disorders, low self-esteem, bereavement, trauma, ADHD, thanatophobia, stress, and relationship issues.
As a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, I am dedicated to providing individuals with a safe and confidential space to explore and address a wide range of emotional, psychological, and behavioural challenges. With extensive training and a deep commitment to helping others, I offer guidance, support, and evidence-based interventions to promote mental and emotional well-being. I work collaboratively with clients to assess their unique concerns, develop treatment plans to identify and modify thought patterns or behaviours that contribute to distress. I introduce clients to essential CBT tools and practical interventions.
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Photo of Marika Maria Lisowska Gestalt Therapy, Counsellor in Edinburgh, Scotland
Marika Maria Lisowska Gestalt Therapy
Counsellor, MUKCP
Verified
Edinburgh EH12
My special interest are: life transitions, relationship issues,loss, cultural diversity.
I get that it’s not easy to ask for support and admit to vulnerability. I view therapy as as a journey of discovery, healing and growth. Through 'experiential learning' and 'dialogue' we will work with your ‘embodied awareness’ of ‘how’ you are in relationships, ‘how’ you make choices and ‘how’ you co-create your world. We will look at where you feel 'stuck' and what seems 'difficult'; we will 'stay with' the feelings and complexity that may unfold. I believe change happens organically when we have enough 'support', fully acknowledge the situation we are in, and commit to work.If that resonates with you, please contact me.
My special interest are: life transitions, relationship issues,loss, cultural diversity.
I get that it’s not easy to ask for support and admit to vulnerability. I view therapy as as a journey of discovery, healing and growth. Through 'experiential learning' and 'dialogue' we will work with your ‘embodied awareness’ of ‘how’ you are in relationships, ‘how’ you make choices and ‘how’ you co-create your world. We will look at where you feel 'stuck' and what seems 'difficult'; we will 'stay with' the feelings and complexity that may unfold. I believe change happens organically when we have enough 'support', fully acknowledge the situation we are in, and commit to work.If that resonates with you, please contact me.
0131 381 8048 View 0131 381 8048
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Soul Safe Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Edinburgh EH3  (Online Only)
I would love the opportunity to work with you, as talking within a safe therapeutic relationship can be a life changing, healing process.
My name is Margi and I am a Person Centred Counsellor based in central Edinburgh. I provide a safe, non-judgemental private space for you to feel comfortable to explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviours. Through respect and trust, together we can explore your life situation and establish your desired goals towards a brighter future. I understand that committing to therapy takes courage. By seeking counselling you have already taken the first step towards change. My role is to help guide you and support you through those times that you may struggle to see the way ahead. My style is relaxed, warm and gentle.
I would love the opportunity to work with you, as talking within a safe therapeutic relationship can be a life changing, healing process.
My name is Margi and I am a Person Centred Counsellor based in central Edinburgh. I provide a safe, non-judgemental private space for you to feel comfortable to explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviours. Through respect and trust, together we can explore your life situation and establish your desired goals towards a brighter future. I understand that committing to therapy takes courage. By seeking counselling you have already taken the first step towards change. My role is to help guide you and support you through those times that you may struggle to see the way ahead. My style is relaxed, warm and gentle.
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Pam Black
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Edinburgh EH12
Waitlist for new clients
I work with clients who struggle with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, loss, childhood trauma and low self-esteem .
People come to counselling for many reasons. Sometimes this decision is motivated by a need for change or perhaps having to deal with unexpected change. For others it may be a desire to talk, to understand and be understood. I believe there can be real value in talking with someone who is trained and experienced to listen in a way that allows you to feel heard and understood. I provide a safe and non-judgemental space where we can explore the issues that you want to address.
I work with clients who struggle with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, loss, childhood trauma and low self-esteem .
People come to counselling for many reasons. Sometimes this decision is motivated by a need for change or perhaps having to deal with unexpected change. For others it may be a desire to talk, to understand and be understood. I believe there can be real value in talking with someone who is trained and experienced to listen in a way that allows you to feel heard and understood. I provide a safe and non-judgemental space where we can explore the issues that you want to address.
0131 381 1479 View 0131 381 1479
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Anna Bajus
Psychologist, MA, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Edinburgh EH16
You may not have anyone you feel you can talk to, or maybe you do but they don’t understand you. I am experienced in offering psychological help to individuals who have mental health issues. I try to create a safe space for each of my clients - a strong relationship is the core of effective therapy! We can either work with your current issues or go a bit deeper into unresolved childhood situations which need working through.
You may not have anyone you feel you can talk to, or maybe you do but they don’t understand you. I am experienced in offering psychological help to individuals who have mental health issues. I try to create a safe space for each of my clients - a strong relationship is the core of effective therapy! We can either work with your current issues or go a bit deeper into unresolved childhood situations which need working through.
01764 910965 View 01764 910965
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Ruth Burnett
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Edinburgh EH1
Because my clients are young people, it's important for me to develop a relationship with parents.
Children and teenagers can benefit from counselling therapies, and studies show that these are hugely effective, both in the short and long term. For older kids and teens, talking therapy can provide a unique space to safely explore what's going on to make them sad, angry, or anxious. For younger children, using play and art, as well as talking therapy, can help them begin to piece together things that might be difficult for them. Life doesn't always go according to plan, and sometimes things happen that no one is prepared for - an accident, a traumatic experience, a situation no one could have foreseen happening.
Because my clients are young people, it's important for me to develop a relationship with parents.
Children and teenagers can benefit from counselling therapies, and studies show that these are hugely effective, both in the short and long term. For older kids and teens, talking therapy can provide a unique space to safely explore what's going on to make them sad, angry, or anxious. For younger children, using play and art, as well as talking therapy, can help them begin to piece together things that might be difficult for them. Life doesn't always go according to plan, and sometimes things happen that no one is prepared for - an accident, a traumatic experience, a situation no one could have foreseen happening.
0131 510 3790 View 0131 510 3790

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Couples Counselling

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.