In Person Counselling in Edinburgh
My approach to working with clients is honest, genuine, straightforward. I am gentle when required to be and direct and challenging when I’m needed to be. I am warm, engaging and have a great sense of humour! We will work together to make you more self aware and able to find a way forward .
My approach to working with clients is honest, genuine, straightforward. I am gentle when required to be and direct and challenging when I’m needed to be. I am warm, engaging and have a great sense of humour! We will work together to make you more self aware and able to find a way forward .
Life abroad can be enriching, but it often comes with challenges that feel overwhelming. Many people seek therapy when they notice recurring patterns that cause them distress, when emotions and thoughts pile up and become unmanageable, or when old coping strategies and the support of friends or family are no longer enough. Sometimes, therapy is simply about wanting to better understand yourself and build a stronger, more fulfilling relationship with who you are.
Our approach combines diverse therapeutic perspectives and an understanding of different cultural contexts, offering a broader view of people and their inner experiences.
Life abroad can be enriching, but it often comes with challenges that feel overwhelming. Many people seek therapy when they notice recurring patterns that cause them distress, when emotions and thoughts pile up and become unmanageable, or when old coping strategies and the support of friends or family are no longer enough. Sometimes, therapy is simply about wanting to better understand yourself and build a stronger, more fulfilling relationship with who you are.
Our approach combines diverse therapeutic perspectives and an understanding of different cultural contexts, offering a broader view of people and their inner experiences.
I am a fully accredited Counselling Psychologist and EMDR therapist with a specialist interest in relational trauma and C-PTSD. I work with adults who have experienced ongoing or developmental trauma, including emotional neglect, abuse, attachment trauma, and relational wounds that continue to affect self-esteem, relationships, and a sense of safety in the world.
Many of the people I work with describe feeling “stuck", living with chronic anxiety, shame, emotional overwhelm, dissociation, or a sense that something is wrong. My role is to offer a thoughtful, collaborative space where we can explore these experiences together.
I am a fully accredited Counselling Psychologist and EMDR therapist with a specialist interest in relational trauma and C-PTSD. I work with adults who have experienced ongoing or developmental trauma, including emotional neglect, abuse, attachment trauma, and relational wounds that continue to affect self-esteem, relationships, and a sense of safety in the world.
Many of the people I work with describe feeling “stuck", living with chronic anxiety, shame, emotional overwhelm, dissociation, or a sense that something is wrong. My role is to offer a thoughtful, collaborative space where we can explore these experiences together.
I offer both online and in-person sessions.
Are you struggling with moments of anxiety or going through a hard time you cannot seem to shake off? Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious or numb? Life can be challenging at times, as though nothing will feel right again. Sometimes, it can feel as though life 'should feel good' and you cannot understand why you feel so low. It can feel isolating and lonely to not be able to express to your family and friends how you feel - perhaps this has made you feel 'invisible'. Or others' needs have come first for so long that you no longer are in touch with what you need for yourself and find it hard to truly feel connected with others.
I offer both online and in-person sessions.
Are you struggling with moments of anxiety or going through a hard time you cannot seem to shake off? Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious or numb? Life can be challenging at times, as though nothing will feel right again. Sometimes, it can feel as though life 'should feel good' and you cannot understand why you feel so low. It can feel isolating and lonely to not be able to express to your family and friends how you feel - perhaps this has made you feel 'invisible'. Or others' needs have come first for so long that you no longer are in touch with what you need for yourself and find it hard to truly feel connected with others.
Hello, I’m Emily, a counsellor based in Edinburgh with a master’s in counselling from the University of Edinburgh and a COSCA-accredited diploma (Feb 2025). I’m also a registered member of the BACP and hold a bachelor’s degree of science in psychology and neuroscience from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (May 2018). I bring a grounded, compassionate presence to my work and a deep respect for the uniqueness of each person’s story.
Hello, I’m Emily, a counsellor based in Edinburgh with a master’s in counselling from the University of Edinburgh and a COSCA-accredited diploma (Feb 2025). I’m also a registered member of the BACP and hold a bachelor’s degree of science in psychology and neuroscience from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (May 2018). I bring a grounded, compassionate presence to my work and a deep respect for the uniqueness of each person’s story.
I am an experienced psychotherapist practicing in the West End of Edinburgh City. I have experience in helping people to process and manage a wide range of issues, including limited to anxiety, depression, stress, fatigue/burnout, procrastination, grief and relationship conflicts. My particular interest and specialty would be issues surrounding fatherhood (something which can affect all of us, not simply men).
Psychotherapy can be many things, but in essence it can be viewed as a chance for a person to gain deeper understanding of their own mental processes, and to think about how they might be affecting their lives.
I am an experienced psychotherapist practicing in the West End of Edinburgh City. I have experience in helping people to process and manage a wide range of issues, including limited to anxiety, depression, stress, fatigue/burnout, procrastination, grief and relationship conflicts. My particular interest and specialty would be issues surrounding fatherhood (something which can affect all of us, not simply men).
Psychotherapy can be many things, but in essence it can be viewed as a chance for a person to gain deeper understanding of their own mental processes, and to think about how they might be affecting their lives.
Therapy sessions are held in person at my home in Edinburgh and online over zoom.
I am a certified practitioner of Gabor Mate's somatic based psychotherapeutic approach, compassionate inquiry and a certified CI private mentor. I have over 20 year experience teaching and mentoring in psychology, philosophy and religious/moral studies. Along with my teaching career I have three decades of study and practice of body-mind practices throughout Europe and Asia.
My therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in building a safe therapeutic relationship. I offer my clients a non-judgemental presence, curiosity, humility, playfulness and gratitude as I work alongside you on your journey of healing and personal growth.
Therapy sessions are held in person at my home in Edinburgh and online over zoom.
I am a certified practitioner of Gabor Mate's somatic based psychotherapeutic approach, compassionate inquiry and a certified CI private mentor. I have over 20 year experience teaching and mentoring in psychology, philosophy and religious/moral studies. Along with my teaching career I have three decades of study and practice of body-mind practices throughout Europe and Asia.
My therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in building a safe therapeutic relationship. I offer my clients a non-judgemental presence, curiosity, humility, playfulness and gratitude as I work alongside you on your journey of healing and personal growth.
I'm available for face to face meetings from Monday to Friday, with limited weekend availability.
Thank you for taking the time to visit my profile. We are deeply shaped by our relationships: with others, with the world around us, and with ourselves. When these relationships become strained, overwhelming, or painful, we can begin to lose sight of who we are or feel disconnected from ourselves. I believe therapy offers more than symptom relief; it is an opportunity to understand yourself with greater compassion, reconnect with hidden or forgotten parts of yourself, and develop a more authentic and fulfilling relationship with who you are.
I'm available for face to face meetings from Monday to Friday, with limited weekend availability.
Thank you for taking the time to visit my profile. We are deeply shaped by our relationships: with others, with the world around us, and with ourselves. When these relationships become strained, overwhelming, or painful, we can begin to lose sight of who we are or feel disconnected from ourselves. I believe therapy offers more than symptom relief; it is an opportunity to understand yourself with greater compassion, reconnect with hidden or forgotten parts of yourself, and develop a more authentic and fulfilling relationship with who you are.
Do you struggle to find words for your thoughts, feelings and experiences? Do you feel anxious or have low mood? Do you feel stuck or confused by events, experiences or relationships in your life? Do you feel a need to change something but you are not sure what? Do you want to feel more confident and have greater self esteem?
I have over 20 years experience of building therapeutic relationships with people with enduring mental health issues, adults with learning disabilities and children and young people. I am interested in the connection between mental health and creativity, and how art making can support our journey together.
Do you struggle to find words for your thoughts, feelings and experiences? Do you feel anxious or have low mood? Do you feel stuck or confused by events, experiences or relationships in your life? Do you feel a need to change something but you are not sure what? Do you want to feel more confident and have greater self esteem?
I have over 20 years experience of building therapeutic relationships with people with enduring mental health issues, adults with learning disabilities and children and young people. I am interested in the connection between mental health and creativity, and how art making can support our journey together.
I hold in-person sessions from a spacious, well-aired and sanitised room.
Hello and welcome. You’re probably considering making some changes in your life, or you are looking for help to address some difficulties that may be hindering your personal growth. It may be that you are not yet sure what you are looking for. My aim is to support you with compassion and empathy, and help you explore and better understand whatever is going on for you. I will stay alongside you and help you to challenge yourself as you come to terms with past decisions and make some new ones.
I hold in-person sessions from a spacious, well-aired and sanitised room.
Hello and welcome. You’re probably considering making some changes in your life, or you are looking for help to address some difficulties that may be hindering your personal growth. It may be that you are not yet sure what you are looking for. My aim is to support you with compassion and empathy, and help you explore and better understand whatever is going on for you. I will stay alongside you and help you to challenge yourself as you come to terms with past decisions and make some new ones.
I am committed to helping you build resilience, emotional balance, hope, and personal growth. As a CBT therapist, I combine proven therapeutic techniques with the principles of positive psychology and integrative methods. My goal is to equip you with practical coping skills, self-help tools, and the mental strength to face challenges with confidence. Together, we will reframe and reconsider difficulties so they feel manageable rather than overwhelming. This process will support you in strengthening your sense of self, discovering personal meaning, and moving toward a more fulfilling and satisfying life.
I am committed to helping you build resilience, emotional balance, hope, and personal growth. As a CBT therapist, I combine proven therapeutic techniques with the principles of positive psychology and integrative methods. My goal is to equip you with practical coping skills, self-help tools, and the mental strength to face challenges with confidence. Together, we will reframe and reconsider difficulties so they feel manageable rather than overwhelming. This process will support you in strengthening your sense of self, discovering personal meaning, and moving toward a more fulfilling and satisfying life.
I work with people bringing a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, difficulties around weight, size and eating, loss and grief, and relationship problems. You may feel stuck and not know how to move forward in your life or you may be aware of repeating unhelpful patterns in relationships. Together we can explore your difficulties and look for ways forward.
I work with people bringing a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, difficulties around weight, size and eating, loss and grief, and relationship problems. You may feel stuck and not know how to move forward in your life or you may be aware of repeating unhelpful patterns in relationships. Together we can explore your difficulties and look for ways forward.
I see online during the week and in-person in Edinburgh (Sat/Sun).
Hi, I'm Claire, and I'm an experienced therapist and hypnotherapist. I take a practical, kind, and non-judgmental approach in my work. I see adults, couples, elderly people, children, and teens. Although I work with whatever issue you want to address in therapy, I also specialise in the following areas: 1) anxiety and depression 2) ongoing or longer-term support, plus coping skills, for chronic or terminal illness e.g. long covid, IBS, Parkinson's or cancer 3) sex-informed couples counselling (not sex therapy, but we will talk about your sex life), and 4) dissociative disorders (depersonalisation/derealisation or DID spectrum).
I see online during the week and in-person in Edinburgh (Sat/Sun).
Hi, I'm Claire, and I'm an experienced therapist and hypnotherapist. I take a practical, kind, and non-judgmental approach in my work. I see adults, couples, elderly people, children, and teens. Although I work with whatever issue you want to address in therapy, I also specialise in the following areas: 1) anxiety and depression 2) ongoing or longer-term support, plus coping skills, for chronic or terminal illness e.g. long covid, IBS, Parkinson's or cancer 3) sex-informed couples counselling (not sex therapy, but we will talk about your sex life), and 4) dissociative disorders (depersonalisation/derealisation or DID spectrum).
I offer in-person and online sessions.
Hi, I'm Lilian, a specialist addictions therapist (StopSo and ATSAC registered), executive function coach, and trauma-informed practitioner. I support people struggling with problematic drug and alcohol use, sex and pornography addiction, binge eating, and compulsive behaviours. I also work with partners experiencing betrayal trauma.
Alongside therapy, I offer mindfulness training, and executive function coaching for people with Autism (ASD), ADHD, or anyone who wants to feel more focused, calm, and in control of their daily lives.
I offer in-person and online sessions.
Hi, I'm Lilian, a specialist addictions therapist (StopSo and ATSAC registered), executive function coach, and trauma-informed practitioner. I support people struggling with problematic drug and alcohol use, sex and pornography addiction, binge eating, and compulsive behaviours. I also work with partners experiencing betrayal trauma.
Alongside therapy, I offer mindfulness training, and executive function coaching for people with Autism (ASD), ADHD, or anyone who wants to feel more focused, calm, and in control of their daily lives.
People seek psychotherapy for a broad range of reasons. Often when other avenues have already been explored but perhaps you have been experiencing recurring and enduring patterns of behaviour and difficulty in some part of your life. Something needs to change.
People seek psychotherapy for a broad range of reasons. Often when other avenues have already been explored but perhaps you have been experiencing recurring and enduring patterns of behaviour and difficulty in some part of your life. Something needs to change.
I have a COSCA accredited Diploma in Person Centred counselling meaning that I offer a safe, non-judgemental space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings.
Working in settings such as schools, NHS, hospice settings and a carers organisation my specialities include (but are not limited to) bereavement/grief counselling, autism, dementia and counselling teenagers in High School. I also understand many of the difficulties which have faced carers through the pandemic.
I have a COSCA accredited Diploma in Person Centred counselling meaning that I offer a safe, non-judgemental space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings.
Working in settings such as schools, NHS, hospice settings and a carers organisation my specialities include (but are not limited to) bereavement/grief counselling, autism, dementia and counselling teenagers in High School. I also understand many of the difficulties which have faced carers through the pandemic.
Raem Caum is an old norse word meaning calm, like still water after the storm. I offer a safe space designed to help you feel centered, calm, and connected.
I bring over 8 years of experience delivering psychodynamic psychotherapy and over twenty years offering person-centered care. My specialty lies in getting to the root of the problem and helping you find inner strength. We all feel lost at sea at times and it helps us to have someone that can help you find where you want to get to.
Therapy can't stop what has happened but it can ensure you don't face your problems alone - on your terms, at your pace.
Raem Caum is an old norse word meaning calm, like still water after the storm. I offer a safe space designed to help you feel centered, calm, and connected.
I bring over 8 years of experience delivering psychodynamic psychotherapy and over twenty years offering person-centered care. My specialty lies in getting to the root of the problem and helping you find inner strength. We all feel lost at sea at times and it helps us to have someone that can help you find where you want to get to.
Therapy can't stop what has happened but it can ensure you don't face your problems alone - on your terms, at your pace.
I am relocating and so currently accepting enquiries for online sessions and future, in-person, Edinburgh-based work.
Georgina offers an exploratory space for adults, young people and couples who feel hopeless, helpless or at a loss. She provides warm and gentle therapy to anyone experiencing distress, from anxiety and depression, to trauma and abuse. She aims to hold you securely and buttress you strongly so that you can examine things that are frightening or that seem impossible to deal with. Georgina has particular clinical experience with C-PTSD and bereavement. Her first career was as a competitive swimmer and so particularly enjoys working with other athletes who are examining their relationship with their sport.
I am relocating and so currently accepting enquiries for online sessions and future, in-person, Edinburgh-based work.
Georgina offers an exploratory space for adults, young people and couples who feel hopeless, helpless or at a loss. She provides warm and gentle therapy to anyone experiencing distress, from anxiety and depression, to trauma and abuse. She aims to hold you securely and buttress you strongly so that you can examine things that are frightening or that seem impossible to deal with. Georgina has particular clinical experience with C-PTSD and bereavement. Her first career was as a competitive swimmer and so particularly enjoys working with other athletes who are examining their relationship with their sport.
Offering in-person or online sessions, text therapy, phone counselling or sessions over discord.
Geeky queer neuro-divergent art psychotherapist specialising in working with neurodivergent young people and adults, providing neuro & gender affirming therapy. Who might be struggling with either identifying and being with their emotions, or exploring their gender identity.
Struggling to process or manage burnout, school refusing or finding personal or professional relationships overwhelming. Eating disorders/ARFIDs, sensory overwhelm leading to withdrawal from peers and family.
Experienced working with trainee & qualified art/play/music/drama/creative psychotherapists and counsellors.
Offering in-person or online sessions, text therapy, phone counselling or sessions over discord.
Geeky queer neuro-divergent art psychotherapist specialising in working with neurodivergent young people and adults, providing neuro & gender affirming therapy. Who might be struggling with either identifying and being with their emotions, or exploring their gender identity.
Struggling to process or manage burnout, school refusing or finding personal or professional relationships overwhelming. Eating disorders/ARFIDs, sensory overwhelm leading to withdrawal from peers and family.
Experienced working with trainee & qualified art/play/music/drama/creative psychotherapists and counsellors.
I offer in-person and online sessions (via video).
Hi, I am Tatiana, a registered Music Therapist. I offer a safe, compassionate and responsive space for you to explore your emotional needs and ways of being, connect with your inner strengths and find helpful ways to process difficult emotions and support your emotional wellbeing.
I offer in-person and online sessions (via video).
Hi, I am Tatiana, a registered Music Therapist. I offer a safe, compassionate and responsive space for you to explore your emotional needs and ways of being, connect with your inner strengths and find helpful ways to process difficult emotions and support your emotional wellbeing.
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FAQ - About In Person Therapy
What are the benefits of in-person therapy?
In-person therapy offers several benefits that some people find highly valuable for their mental health treatment. Being present in the same room as your therapist can create a stronger sense of connection and allow for more nuanced communication through body language. Some people may also find it easier to focus in therapy when they are in a dedicated space and away from potential distractions related to home or work; attending an in-person session provides a clear boundary between therapy time and the rest of your life. For certain therapeutic approaches, such as Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), exposure therapy, or somatic therapy, being in person may be particularly important, as these therapies benefit from the therapist being able to observe and respond to a client’s physical cues effectively. Additionally, some individuals simply feel more comfortable discussing sensitive or painful topics when they are face-to-face with their therapist rather than on a screen.
When should I choose in-person therapy over online therapy?
In-person therapy may be a better choice when you need a structured therapeutic environment separate from your daily life, when you find it difficult to focus or feel comfortable in an online setting, or when privacy at home is a concern. It may also be more appropriate if you are dealing with severe mental health symptoms that require close monitoring or if your therapy involves approaches that rely heavily on observing physical cues. On the other hand, if convenience, scheduling flexibility, or access to specialists outside your immediate area are priorities, online therapy may be a better fit. Many therapists offer both options, so you can also discuss with a provider which format might work best for your specific situation.
How do I find an in-person therapist?
You can use Psychology Today's therapist directory to find an in-person therapist in your area. You can search by location, insurance accepted, specialty areas, therapeutic approaches, and other criteria to narrow down providers who meet your needs. Each therapist profile includes information about their credentials, areas of expertise, and whether they offer in-person sessions. Once you have identified potential therapists, you can contact them directly through the directory to schedule an initial consultation and determine whether they are a good fit before committing to ongoing treatment. When reaching out, it can be helpful to confirm their availability for in-person appointments, their office location, and whether they accept your insurance.