Neuro-Linguistic (NLP) Counselling in Edinburgh
My ideal clients are adults and teenagers who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or exhausted, and whose nervous systems no longer settle easily. Many experience ongoing sleep difficulties, broken sleep, or a constant sense of being “on edge,” despite understanding what’s going on in their lives. They are often insight-rich and have tried multiple approaches, but still struggle to feel calm, rested, or regulated. They are looking for grounded, professional support to help their nervous system stabilise so rest and resilience can return.
My ideal clients are adults and teenagers who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or exhausted, and whose nervous systems no longer settle easily. Many experience ongoing sleep difficulties, broken sleep, or a constant sense of being “on edge,” despite understanding what’s going on in their lives. They are often insight-rich and have tried multiple approaches, but still struggle to feel calm, rested, or regulated. They are looking for grounded, professional support to help their nervous system stabilise so rest and resilience can return.
I am a UK-based psychotherapist, person centred arts counsellor, and couples therapist, currently training in psychosexual therapy. I work with individuals and couples to explore the personal meaning of their experiences, navigate existential questions, and understand relational patterns that shape how they connect with themselves and others. I support clients in recognising their needs, values, and desires, while examining how lived experiences, worldviews, and societal influences shape assumptions, beliefs, and ways of relating, fostering self-awareness, insight, and the capacity for conscious, meaningful choices.
I am a UK-based psychotherapist, person centred arts counsellor, and couples therapist, currently training in psychosexual therapy. I work with individuals and couples to explore the personal meaning of their experiences, navigate existential questions, and understand relational patterns that shape how they connect with themselves and others. I support clients in recognising their needs, values, and desires, while examining how lived experiences, worldviews, and societal influences shape assumptions, beliefs, and ways of relating, fostering self-awareness, insight, and the capacity for conscious, meaningful choices.
Hello, I’m Sophie, thank you for reading my profile. Clients often say that when faced with a life issue, it can be helpful to share how they are feeling with someone outside of family and friends. People often feel they have to hide parts of themselves, to cope with the outside world and need a safe space to talk with a meaningful connection to work things through and make the changes they want.
As a registered counsellor, I really believe that each of us has the essence and capacity to grow and that your life experiences deserve to be heard.
Hello, I’m Sophie, thank you for reading my profile. Clients often say that when faced with a life issue, it can be helpful to share how they are feeling with someone outside of family and friends. People often feel they have to hide parts of themselves, to cope with the outside world and need a safe space to talk with a meaningful connection to work things through and make the changes they want.
As a registered counsellor, I really believe that each of us has the essence and capacity to grow and that your life experiences deserve to be heard.
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).
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 am an integrative psychotherapist with 19 years of experience dedicated to helping you achieve happiness and fulfillment. Specializing in root-cause resolution of psychological symptoms, I believe change can be easier and quicker than you think. The toughest step is deciding to make a change. Through my work, I’ve seen the powerful connection between mind and body and witnessed incredible transformations. Imagine feeling better, calmer, and more clear-headed. Let’s embark on this journey together to unlock your potential and improve your well-being.
I am an integrative psychotherapist with 19 years of experience dedicated to helping you achieve happiness and fulfillment. Specializing in root-cause resolution of psychological symptoms, I believe change can be easier and quicker than you think. The toughest step is deciding to make a change. Through my work, I’ve seen the powerful connection between mind and body and witnessed incredible transformations. Imagine feeling better, calmer, and more clear-headed. Let’s embark on this journey together to unlock your potential and improve your well-being.
I have 40 years of experience helping people understand themselves more deeply, heal from trauma, and build healthier ways of living and relating. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in trauma‑informed practice. I work gently but effectively, helping you make sense of what’s happening inside you — not just at the surface level, but in the deeper emotional and subconscious patterns that shape how you think, feel, and behave. I offer on-line and in-person sessions to work through a wide range of concerns
I have 40 years of experience helping people understand themselves more deeply, heal from trauma, and build healthier ways of living and relating. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in trauma‑informed practice. I work gently but effectively, helping you make sense of what’s happening inside you — not just at the surface level, but in the deeper emotional and subconscious patterns that shape how you think, feel, and behave. I offer on-line and in-person sessions to work through a wide range of concerns
Looking for the headspace and a helping hand to break through the noise – the circular thoughts, the well-meaning advice? Trying to feel like the boss of your life again? Wanting to move forward but feeling stuck or questioning your direction? Maybe you know what you need to do, but doubt how you can get there? You want to gain real confidence, manage challenging relationships, or stop feeling overwhelmed by a complex decision.
Hi there! I’m Dr Susie and I can help you with all of that. To build clarity and confidence, as well as, strategy, actionable steps and the personal tools to thrive amidst the unavoidable challenges of life.
Looking for the headspace and a helping hand to break through the noise – the circular thoughts, the well-meaning advice? Trying to feel like the boss of your life again? Wanting to move forward but feeling stuck or questioning your direction? Maybe you know what you need to do, but doubt how you can get there? You want to gain real confidence, manage challenging relationships, or stop feeling overwhelmed by a complex decision.
Hi there! I’m Dr Susie and I can help you with all of that. To build clarity and confidence, as well as, strategy, actionable steps and the personal tools to thrive amidst the unavoidable challenges of life.
Are you unhappy with aspects of your life? Making the decision to attend counselling can be difficult and takes courage but the rewards can be immense. I believe in building trust with my clients where feelings can be considered and change can be explored in a safe and understanding environment.
I’m an empathic, non-judgmental counsellor; it's my mission to help you through your issues so that you can move on with your life.
I have gained my experience in the majority of the Essex mental health, drug and alcohol services and have also worked in residential treatment.
Are you unhappy with aspects of your life? Making the decision to attend counselling can be difficult and takes courage but the rewards can be immense. I believe in building trust with my clients where feelings can be considered and change can be explored in a safe and understanding environment.
I’m an empathic, non-judgmental counsellor; it's my mission to help you through your issues so that you can move on with your life.
I have gained my experience in the majority of the Essex mental health, drug and alcohol services and have also worked in residential treatment.
Are you adversely affected by negative or unwanted emotions? A large focus in my work is helping my clients to achieve conscious control of an otherwise subconscious process. After 6 - 8 sessions of working with me, you will have much better control of your emotions, therefore a lot of issues that revolve around unwanted emotions will no longer be an issue. If you're interested in DBT, get in touch and I'll show you another approach that gets much better results with far less effort in a significantly shorter timeframe.
Are you adversely affected by negative or unwanted emotions? A large focus in my work is helping my clients to achieve conscious control of an otherwise subconscious process. After 6 - 8 sessions of working with me, you will have much better control of your emotions, therefore a lot of issues that revolve around unwanted emotions will no longer be an issue. If you're interested in DBT, get in touch and I'll show you another approach that gets much better results with far less effort in a significantly shorter timeframe.
I am an Integrative Therapist with over 20+ years of practice experience, qualifying in 2002. I have continually added to my professional training and qualifications throughout my career. In addition to 'in person' and 'online' Integrative Therapy, I also provide Clinical Hypnosis as well as Outdoor Therapy. There is no additional cost to combine Integrative Therapy with Clinical Hypnosis. Clients are free to select stand-alone therapeutic services; and/or to combine them. It is always led by client choice. Over the years, I've noticed therapy is most effective with clients willing to work between sessions as well as in sessions.
I am an Integrative Therapist with over 20+ years of practice experience, qualifying in 2002. I have continually added to my professional training and qualifications throughout my career. In addition to 'in person' and 'online' Integrative Therapy, I also provide Clinical Hypnosis as well as Outdoor Therapy. There is no additional cost to combine Integrative Therapy with Clinical Hypnosis. Clients are free to select stand-alone therapeutic services; and/or to combine them. It is always led by client choice. Over the years, I've noticed therapy is most effective with clients willing to work between sessions as well as in sessions.
If sport or exercise is important to you, having an injury or chronic pain can be tough - it can affect how you feel about yourself, your fitness and mental health, and your friendships. I’m a personable sport psych who specialises 100% in injury and chronic pain. Research shows that if you understand your pain, you hurt less. So together, we can explore your pain experience, answer your questions, and find ways for you to get back in control of your recovery and being you again. My support uses a unique blend of psychology support, latest knowledge from pain science that tells us how and why we feel pain, and wellbeing promotion.
If sport or exercise is important to you, having an injury or chronic pain can be tough - it can affect how you feel about yourself, your fitness and mental health, and your friendships. I’m a personable sport psych who specialises 100% in injury and chronic pain. Research shows that if you understand your pain, you hurt less. So together, we can explore your pain experience, answer your questions, and find ways for you to get back in control of your recovery and being you again. My support uses a unique blend of psychology support, latest knowledge from pain science that tells us how and why we feel pain, and wellbeing promotion.
With extensive experience across leading organisations such as The Priory, City of London Police, The Witness Protection Programme, and as Chief People Officer for a major offshore law firm, I bring a unique perspective on the support needs of professionals working at the highest levels.
My practice focuses on working with corporate clients, blue-chip organisations, and senior executives who may benefit from discreet and tailored therapeutic support. I understand the pressures and complexities faced by those in demanding and high-profile roles, and offer a confidential space where issues can be explored with understanding.
With extensive experience across leading organisations such as The Priory, City of London Police, The Witness Protection Programme, and as Chief People Officer for a major offshore law firm, I bring a unique perspective on the support needs of professionals working at the highest levels.
My practice focuses on working with corporate clients, blue-chip organisations, and senior executives who may benefit from discreet and tailored therapeutic support. I understand the pressures and complexities faced by those in demanding and high-profile roles, and offer a confidential space where issues can be explored with understanding.
I am an experienced Counsellor, Hypnotherapist, BWRT practitioner and Advanced Clinical Supervisor including Online and Telephone Counselling. I have worked across all age groups in a variety of settings. My counselling, Hypnotherapy and BWRT practice is built opon my practical experience. I also have extensive knowledge and working experience of child development, special educational needs, adult mental health,gender and diveristy and perinatal care .
I am an experienced Counsellor, Hypnotherapist, BWRT practitioner and Advanced Clinical Supervisor including Online and Telephone Counselling. I have worked across all age groups in a variety of settings. My counselling, Hypnotherapy and BWRT practice is built opon my practical experience. I also have extensive knowledge and working experience of child development, special educational needs, adult mental health,gender and diveristy and perinatal care .
I work with people in high-pressure roles who are used to holding things together for everyone else - at work, at home, in their business.
On the outside you may look ‘fine’ but inside it might feel very different. Perhaps the stress doesn’t ever switch off, decisions keep circling, and there maybe a quiet sense you’ve lost touch with yourself.
I work with people in high-pressure roles who are used to holding things together for everyone else - at work, at home, in their business.
On the outside you may look ‘fine’ but inside it might feel very different. Perhaps the stress doesn’t ever switch off, decisions keep circling, and there maybe a quiet sense you’ve lost touch with yourself.
I support individuals and couples from diverse backgrounds, including those in intimate relationships, marriages, family dynamics , friendships, and professional relationships. My goal is to help you feel more understood and less conflicted, Emotional difficulties rarely exist in isolation and therapy can help you make sense of how they can be interconnected. Anxiety can affect relationships, past experiences can shape self-esteem, and life changes can bring everything to the surface. These affect your personal inner world including your self-confidence and how you respond to change and stress in your relationships.
I support individuals and couples from diverse backgrounds, including those in intimate relationships, marriages, family dynamics , friendships, and professional relationships. My goal is to help you feel more understood and less conflicted, Emotional difficulties rarely exist in isolation and therapy can help you make sense of how they can be interconnected. Anxiety can affect relationships, past experiences can shape self-esteem, and life changes can bring everything to the surface. These affect your personal inner world including your self-confidence and how you respond to change and stress in your relationships.
I am pleased to announce that I am now (dec, 2023) also a Solution-Focussed Hypnotherapist as well as a Certified Master Practitioner of NLP, Mental and Emotional Release Therapy. I am also Certified in Counselling Skills thro COSCA. Currently, I help clients with a range of issues from anxiety, feeling low, emotional regulation and phobias, and also to quit smoking. My journey began after hitting pretty much rock bottom after a co-dependency relationship with a narcissist. My search for answers took me to Canada and USA as well as my beautiful native Scotland.
I am pleased to announce that I am now (dec, 2023) also a Solution-Focussed Hypnotherapist as well as a Certified Master Practitioner of NLP, Mental and Emotional Release Therapy. I am also Certified in Counselling Skills thro COSCA. Currently, I help clients with a range of issues from anxiety, feeling low, emotional regulation and phobias, and also to quit smoking. My journey began after hitting pretty much rock bottom after a co-dependency relationship with a narcissist. My search for answers took me to Canada and USA as well as my beautiful native Scotland.
FND & Burnout are repairable conditions. The nervous system has become exhausted, shocked, causing symptoms from extreme anxiety & inability to think, unexplained pain, through to tremors, seizures, fatigue and paralysis. Neither condition can be talked away and are very real.
I apply Somatic Psychotherapy, EMDR, Neuro-effective processes, NLP, Parts Work, CBT & Nutrition. I have seen complete return to health and work in many clients .
60 mins - £60
90 mins - £70
20% discount over 70yrs
Trained in suicide support, digestive disorders, pain relief & FND & DID recovery. FND & Burnout Specialist Therapy
FND & Burnout are repairable conditions. The nervous system has become exhausted, shocked, causing symptoms from extreme anxiety & inability to think, unexplained pain, through to tremors, seizures, fatigue and paralysis. Neither condition can be talked away and are very real.
I apply Somatic Psychotherapy, EMDR, Neuro-effective processes, NLP, Parts Work, CBT & Nutrition. I have seen complete return to health and work in many clients .
60 mins - £60
90 mins - £70
20% discount over 70yrs
Trained in suicide support, digestive disorders, pain relief & FND & DID recovery. FND & Burnout Specialist Therapy
Therapy should do more than help you cope - it should help you truly understand yourself, regain emotional balance, and create lasting change. My approach combines psychotherapy, Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy and neuroscience-based psychoeducation to support meaningful progress in a practical and personalised way. I offer therapy in both Polish and English, allowing clients to work in the language they feel most comfortable in. By understanding how the brain responds to stress, anxiety, trauma, and emotional overwhelm, clients can build resilience, confidence, and long-term wellbeing.
Therapy should do more than help you cope - it should help you truly understand yourself, regain emotional balance, and create lasting change. My approach combines psychotherapy, Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy and neuroscience-based psychoeducation to support meaningful progress in a practical and personalised way. I offer therapy in both Polish and English, allowing clients to work in the language they feel most comfortable in. By understanding how the brain responds to stress, anxiety, trauma, and emotional overwhelm, clients can build resilience, confidence, and long-term wellbeing.
Hello! I healed myself from Severe PTSD - Now, I do science based recovery for ambitious professionals, business owners and top-athletes. I discovered how to use fear as my compass to leverage fear to calm my body. I gained mental clarity and decisiveness. This is how I built the inner strength and resilience that I live with today.
If you want to shed the loneliness of being at the top and swap exhaustion for natural energy..Or if you know there is potential inside you but something holds you back. Let's talk. Book for an Online Stress Solutions Review.
Hello! I healed myself from Severe PTSD - Now, I do science based recovery for ambitious professionals, business owners and top-athletes. I discovered how to use fear as my compass to leverage fear to calm my body. I gained mental clarity and decisiveness. This is how I built the inner strength and resilience that I live with today.
If you want to shed the loneliness of being at the top and swap exhaustion for natural energy..Or if you know there is potential inside you but something holds you back. Let's talk. Book for an Online Stress Solutions Review.
I specialise in working with a generation of young people who often struggle with anxiety, poor self-esteem, loneliness and tech addiction, who need a supportive and non-judgemental space to navigate life's challenges. Following 10 years working in education from primary through to university age and a further three years as cofounder and coordinator of Lycée International de Londres's bilingual Peer Counselling Programme for Teens, I now draw upon my expertise in Embodied Systemic coaching, EFT Tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques), and child and adolescent counselling to help young people improve their emotional wellbeing.
I specialise in working with a generation of young people who often struggle with anxiety, poor self-esteem, loneliness and tech addiction, who need a supportive and non-judgemental space to navigate life's challenges. Following 10 years working in education from primary through to university age and a further three years as cofounder and coordinator of Lycée International de Londres's bilingual Peer Counselling Programme for Teens, I now draw upon my expertise in Embodied Systemic coaching, EFT Tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques), and child and adolescent counselling to help young people improve their emotional wellbeing.
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How does neuro-linguistic programming work?
A therapist using Neuro-linguistic programming might start by building a strong rapport and gathering information about the client’s objectives and any problem areas. Then the NLP therapist will employ NLP techniques to guide their client toward healthier thoughts and behaviours. Clients will learn how to better manage their moods and hone their communication skills. NLP will conclude with the therapist and client making a plan for how to integrate the positive changes into their daily life in the future.
What are some techniques used in neuro-linguistic programming?
NLP therapists often employ anchoring, so the client begins to automatically associate their trigger with a healthier response. Clients also learn how to reframe a situation to change the way they react to it for the better, and how to replace the negative beliefs that are holding them back. Many NLP clients practice visualisation or forming a mental image of themselves attaining their goals. Every NLP therapist will have their own preferred approach with specific techniques that they have found to be helpful for their clients.
How long does neuro-linguistic programming take?
Since neuro-linguistic programming is not regulated, the length of treatment can vary greatly. Some therapists may only use NLP in a single session, while others may employ it over the course of weeks, months, or even years. It depends greatly on the type and severity of the problem being treated, as well as the individual client’s response to NLP treatment.
Is neuro-linguistic programming evidence-based?
While some people may find neuro-linguistic programming helpful, either in therapy or in their career or personal development, the science behind this approach is inconclusive. Most of the available studies are small in scale and have produced mixed results, and the commercial nature of NLP lends itself to conflicts of interest. More research is needed. In the meantime, practitioners must use their best judgment of whether NLP techniques will be helpful in meeting their clients’ individual needs.