Psychosis Counselling in Edinburgh
My mode of therapy is psychodynamic, based on Freudian psychoanalysis, where a basic, central, premise was his view of the mind. Freud’s belief intimated that some of what we experience on a day-to-day basis e.g. emotions, beliefs and impulses; takes place in the unconscious and is not available to the conscious mind. Similarly, my belief, is that the unconscious mind governs behaviour to a much greater degree than people suspect and my therapy involves deep exploration of clients’ past to access, and understand, the root cause of their problems. The emphasis of psychodynamic therapy is on the trust between client and therapist.
My mode of therapy is psychodynamic, based on Freudian psychoanalysis, where a basic, central, premise was his view of the mind. Freud’s belief intimated that some of what we experience on a day-to-day basis e.g. emotions, beliefs and impulses; takes place in the unconscious and is not available to the conscious mind. Similarly, my belief, is that the unconscious mind governs behaviour to a much greater degree than people suspect and my therapy involves deep exploration of clients’ past to access, and understand, the root cause of their problems. The emphasis of psychodynamic therapy is on the trust between client and therapist.
If you are suffering from anxiety - depression/low mood - stress - anger problems - panic attacks - phobias - low self-esteem - self-harming - eating disorders - post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD, including military) - addiction (all kinds) - obsessions (OCD) - sleep problems - relationship problems, I can help. Difficulties can often be resolved within only a few sessions – sometimes just one – and in this way can provide good value for money.
If you are suffering from anxiety - depression/low mood - stress - anger problems - panic attacks - phobias - low self-esteem - self-harming - eating disorders - post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD, including military) - addiction (all kinds) - obsessions (OCD) - sleep problems - relationship problems, I can help. Difficulties can often be resolved within only a few sessions – sometimes just one – and in this way can provide good value for money.
At Summerside Counselling we can help with issues including stress, anxiety, depression, loss, and low self esteem amongst many others. Our experienced counsellors are fully qualified and offer effective and affordable counselling. We can help you explore your thoughts and feelings, allowing you to have a better understanding of yourself which in turn brings acceptance and healing.
At Summerside Counselling we can help with issues including stress, anxiety, depression, loss, and low self esteem amongst many others. Our experienced counsellors are fully qualified and offer effective and affordable counselling. We can help you explore your thoughts and feelings, allowing you to have a better understanding of yourself which in turn brings acceptance and healing.
I'm Lyn, an experienced Integrative Psychological Therapist working in mental health support for 12+ years & specialising in evidence based therapies - CBT, Compassion-Focused Therapy & Nature Therapy.
Are you a chronic overthinker? Feeling stuck or lost in life? Emotions overwhelming you? Are obsessions & compulsions taking over your life? Need help coping in relationships or overcoming life difficulties? Would you like to find more calm, joy, purpose?
I would love to work alongside you, providing support, insights and understanding to allow you to feel better about yourself & your life. You deserve to live with a bit more ease.
I'm Lyn, an experienced Integrative Psychological Therapist working in mental health support for 12+ years & specialising in evidence based therapies - CBT, Compassion-Focused Therapy & Nature Therapy.
Are you a chronic overthinker? Feeling stuck or lost in life? Emotions overwhelming you? Are obsessions & compulsions taking over your life? Need help coping in relationships or overcoming life difficulties? Would you like to find more calm, joy, purpose?
I would love to work alongside you, providing support, insights and understanding to allow you to feel better about yourself & your life. You deserve to live with a bit more ease.
Many of the people I support have lived through childhood trauma or early adversity that still affects them today. Therapy can help you move beyond survival, break unhelpful patterns, and create space for healing and growth. I’m a registered Clinical Psychologist with doctoral-level training and extensive experience in the NHS, private practice, and academia. My expertise includes complex trauma, anxiety, phobias, OCD, depression, burnout, PTSD, grief, parenthood and maternity transitions, and relationship difficulties — including toxic or narcissistic dynamics and child–parent challenges.
Many of the people I support have lived through childhood trauma or early adversity that still affects them today. Therapy can help you move beyond survival, break unhelpful patterns, and create space for healing and growth. I’m a registered Clinical Psychologist with doctoral-level training and extensive experience in the NHS, private practice, and academia. My expertise includes complex trauma, anxiety, phobias, OCD, depression, burnout, PTSD, grief, parenthood and maternity transitions, and relationship difficulties — including toxic or narcissistic dynamics and child–parent challenges.
I provide a welcoming and therapeutic environment for adults and young people over the age of 16 who are struggling with a range of mental health difficulties, to help them explore and make sense of the experiences they have had. Through the use of evidence-based psychological therapy I aim to work collaboratively with people to improve their daily functioning and help them build skills to live the life they want to achieve. I use a number of therapeutic approaches in my work including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, EMDR for trauma processing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy and systemic approaches.
I provide a welcoming and therapeutic environment for adults and young people over the age of 16 who are struggling with a range of mental health difficulties, to help them explore and make sense of the experiences they have had. Through the use of evidence-based psychological therapy I aim to work collaboratively with people to improve their daily functioning and help them build skills to live the life they want to achieve. I use a number of therapeutic approaches in my work including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, EMDR for trauma processing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy and systemic approaches.
Psychoanalysis or psychoanalytic psychotherapy is an open-ended conversation with no agenda and no time limit (i.e. number of sessions). The practice (Greek: Praxis) of psychoanalysis attends to the person who comes for analysis, to listen and witness their concerns, and to facilitate, if possible some kind of loosening of the strictures than bind and contort experience. I work with people with different needs under the rubric of mental distress.
Psychoanalysis or psychoanalytic psychotherapy is an open-ended conversation with no agenda and no time limit (i.e. number of sessions). The practice (Greek: Praxis) of psychoanalysis attends to the person who comes for analysis, to listen and witness their concerns, and to facilitate, if possible some kind of loosening of the strictures than bind and contort experience. I work with people with different needs under the rubric of mental distress.
I offer bespoke therapies in a safe, confidential and professional setting. We can work together short or longer-term, depending on your unique needs, preferences and aims. I am experienced in helping clients who struggle with diverse problems, from depression and anxiety, through identity crises and major life transitions, to severe problems which include: PTDS, complex PTSD, or acute manifestations of psychological distress (such as hearing voices or dissociation). My main area of expertise is complex trauma: working with people who were subjected to neglect, emotional, physical and sexual abuse.
I offer bespoke therapies in a safe, confidential and professional setting. We can work together short or longer-term, depending on your unique needs, preferences and aims. I am experienced in helping clients who struggle with diverse problems, from depression and anxiety, through identity crises and major life transitions, to severe problems which include: PTDS, complex PTSD, or acute manifestations of psychological distress (such as hearing voices or dissociation). My main area of expertise is complex trauma: working with people who were subjected to neglect, emotional, physical and sexual abuse.
I work with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma or schizophrenia and are struggling in relationships and are not feeling understood.
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 work with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma or schizophrenia and are struggling in relationships and are not feeling understood.
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.
Hello, I am Harris and I can help you to heal and flourish. I am aPsychologist, Psychotherapist and Philosophical Counsellor, working with individuals and couples both in person (in Edinburgh) or onine I use a holistic psychotherapeutic approach, which means I combine tools and knowledge gained from across many different psychotherapies to develop a programme that is uniquely tailored to you and your specific needs.Through a collaborative, creative and integrative approach, I will work with you, drawing on my extensive knowledge of wide range of effective psychotherapies.
Hello, I am Harris and I can help you to heal and flourish. I am aPsychologist, Psychotherapist and Philosophical Counsellor, working with individuals and couples both in person (in Edinburgh) or onine I use a holistic psychotherapeutic approach, which means I combine tools and knowledge gained from across many different psychotherapies to develop a programme that is uniquely tailored to you and your specific needs.Through a collaborative, creative and integrative approach, I will work with you, drawing on my extensive knowledge of wide range of effective psychotherapies.
My Psychotherapy practice experience relates to an insight into the human psyche in how unconscious processes impact and affect client's lived experience. Working through core internal and external relationships, transformative insight guides the therapeutic process to establish a greater sense of Self toward personal growth. My clients respond to a deeper way of working with the unconscious dimensions of their psyche, using dreams, difference and creativity to awaken consciousness and facilitate desired psychological outcomes toward change.
My Psychotherapy practice experience relates to an insight into the human psyche in how unconscious processes impact and affect client's lived experience. Working through core internal and external relationships, transformative insight guides the therapeutic process to establish a greater sense of Self toward personal growth. My clients respond to a deeper way of working with the unconscious dimensions of their psyche, using dreams, difference and creativity to awaken consciousness and facilitate desired psychological outcomes toward change.
Over the past five years, I've been working alongside people with lived experience of complex struggles such as psychosis, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, supporting them to reconnect with their own inner strength, voice, and agency.
It can be overwhelming searching for the right counsellor – someone who feels like a good fit and a safe person to talk to. You may have stopped and started this process a few times already, and it’s okay if you’re feeling unsure about what you need right now. If you’re looking for a space to make sense of things and feel more at ease, you’re in the right place. I work in a warm, grounded way, bringing curiosity, care and thoughtful reflection as we explore your experiences. I offer an approach that fosters understanding and gentle exploration, supporting you to make sense of your experiences and allowing change to unfold naturally.
Over the past five years, I've been working alongside people with lived experience of complex struggles such as psychosis, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, supporting them to reconnect with their own inner strength, voice, and agency.
It can be overwhelming searching for the right counsellor – someone who feels like a good fit and a safe person to talk to. You may have stopped and started this process a few times already, and it’s okay if you’re feeling unsure about what you need right now. If you’re looking for a space to make sense of things and feel more at ease, you’re in the right place. I work in a warm, grounded way, bringing curiosity, care and thoughtful reflection as we explore your experiences. I offer an approach that fosters understanding and gentle exploration, supporting you to make sense of your experiences and allowing change to unfold naturally.
Seeking support through counselling can be a difficult first step on a journey to better mental health, but the process can be truly life-changing. My aim is to create a safe, non judgemental, compassionate space in which to explore your problems, enabling you to gain a better understanding of your difficulties. I believe it is important to look at the roof of your issues to try and gain the necessary insight to help change your mindset or any patterns of behaviour that are troubling you.
Seeking support through counselling can be a difficult first step on a journey to better mental health, but the process can be truly life-changing. My aim is to create a safe, non judgemental, compassionate space in which to explore your problems, enabling you to gain a better understanding of your difficulties. I believe it is important to look at the roof of your issues to try and gain the necessary insight to help change your mindset or any patterns of behaviour that are troubling you.
Hi, I’m Ian, a COSCA-registered counsellor based in Edinburgh (working on Thursday and Fridays).
I offer counselling to support people facing a range of challenges, helping to foster improved self-awareness, new understanding, and personal growth — even when it may feel impossible.
I believe being understood, accepted, and valued is central to effective therapy. My aim is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can be yourself and explore whatever feels important to you.
My approach is open, straightforward, and collaborative, giving you the time and space to work at your own pace.
Hi, I’m Ian, a COSCA-registered counsellor based in Edinburgh (working on Thursday and Fridays).
I offer counselling to support people facing a range of challenges, helping to foster improved self-awareness, new understanding, and personal growth — even when it may feel impossible.
I believe being understood, accepted, and valued is central to effective therapy. My aim is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can be yourself and explore whatever feels important to you.
My approach is open, straightforward, and collaborative, giving you the time and space to work at your own pace.
I work in collaboration with my clients to find what they would like to bring into the therapy room and have a particular interest in personal identities and how my clients wish to be seen and accepted in the world. This includes identities around chronic illness and disability, as well as around gender, sexuality and relationship diversity. I do not work as a blank mirror but instead use my knowledge and training to create a dialogue between me and my clients.
I work in collaboration with my clients to find what they would like to bring into the therapy room and have a particular interest in personal identities and how my clients wish to be seen and accepted in the world. This includes identities around chronic illness and disability, as well as around gender, sexuality and relationship diversity. I do not work as a blank mirror but instead use my knowledge and training to create a dialogue between me and my clients.
I am an integrated therapist, with training in Person Centred Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). I also have training in Bereavement Therapy, Pet Therapy (including pet bereavement therapy), Play Therapy, Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM), and trauma counselling.
I also offer Supervision (please see website for details
I am an integrated therapist, with training in Person Centred Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). I also have training in Bereavement Therapy, Pet Therapy (including pet bereavement therapy), Play Therapy, Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM), and trauma counselling.
I also offer Supervision (please see website for details
I have previously worked with people with difficulties including grief, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, psychosis and personality disorders.
Hello,
I am an Art Therapist and I am passionate about using art as a powerful tool to explore thoughts and emotions and supporting others to do this. You don't have to have previous experience, be good at art or use any in our sessions however.
My approach is inclusive and trauma-informed and I collaborate with clients to work on their individual aims.
I have previously worked with people with difficulties including grief, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, psychosis and personality disorders.
Hello,
I am an Art Therapist and I am passionate about using art as a powerful tool to explore thoughts and emotions and supporting others to do this. You don't have to have previous experience, be good at art or use any in our sessions however.
My approach is inclusive and trauma-informed and I collaborate with clients to work on their individual aims.
Hello, and thank you for visiting. I am a qualified person-centred therapist, offering a warm, empathic, and non-judgmental space to safely explore whatever may be holding you back or contributing to discomfort or unhappiness. I am originally from the US, and I bring an integrative, personalised approach to tailor sessions to your unique needs. Alongside talk therapy, I am EMDRIA-certified in EMDR and have also trained extensively in IFS-informed EMDR. I value how these two models (EMDR and IFS) work together to support deep and lasting change. Some of my areas of focus include trauma, attachment, depression and anxiety.
Hello, and thank you for visiting. I am a qualified person-centred therapist, offering a warm, empathic, and non-judgmental space to safely explore whatever may be holding you back or contributing to discomfort or unhappiness. I am originally from the US, and I bring an integrative, personalised approach to tailor sessions to your unique needs. Alongside talk therapy, I am EMDRIA-certified in EMDR and have also trained extensively in IFS-informed EMDR. I value how these two models (EMDR and IFS) work together to support deep and lasting change. Some of my areas of focus include trauma, attachment, depression and anxiety.
Dr Lucy Abraham, Consultant Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Edinburgh EH6
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I’m Lucy, I'm Director of Lucy’s Place CIC, an NHS Consultant Clinical Psychologist and registered with the HCPC. I founded Lucy’s Place CIC because I want to offer people holistic person centred care - a place to recover, connect and thrive! I’m experienced in the treatment of a large range of mental health difficulties including depression, anxiety, PTSD and interpersonal problems. My career has focussed largely on complex difficulties, but at Lucy’s Place CIC I am keen to work with anyone that wants gain a better understanding, to make a change in their lives for the better, improve their wellbeing and sense of self.
I’m Lucy, I'm Director of Lucy’s Place CIC, an NHS Consultant Clinical Psychologist and registered with the HCPC. I founded Lucy’s Place CIC because I want to offer people holistic person centred care - a place to recover, connect and thrive! I’m experienced in the treatment of a large range of mental health difficulties including depression, anxiety, PTSD and interpersonal problems. My career has focussed largely on complex difficulties, but at Lucy’s Place CIC I am keen to work with anyone that wants gain a better understanding, to make a change in their lives for the better, improve their wellbeing and sense of self.
I have a gentle manner but I am able to understand problems. I often work with things other therapists have not been able to help completely and have therapeutic solutions to the most challenging issues. I help you understand how the past impacted you. I use a structured approach so you create therapeutic goals. TRAUMA therapy can be very helpful. RELATIONSHIP COUNSELLING -both partners spend time express their point of view and a joint agreement on how to progress the therapy. I usually set “homework” for both individuals and couples to work on between sessions. DISCOUNTS for block bookings of 5 get 6th session review free.
I have a gentle manner but I am able to understand problems. I often work with things other therapists have not been able to help completely and have therapeutic solutions to the most challenging issues. I help you understand how the past impacted you. I use a structured approach so you create therapeutic goals. TRAUMA therapy can be very helpful. RELATIONSHIP COUNSELLING -both partners spend time express their point of view and a joint agreement on how to progress the therapy. I usually set “homework” for both individuals and couples to work on between sessions. DISCOUNTS for block bookings of 5 get 6th session review free.
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What’s the most effective treatment for psychosis?
The most effective treatment for psychosis is coordinated specialty care. In this model, a team of professionals works with a patient to address all aspects of the underlying disorder. This approach incorporates individual or group therapy, employment and education support, family support and education, medication management (which often involves low doses of antipsychotics), and case management to facilitate problem-solving as needed.
When should people seek treatment for psychosis?
People should seek immediate treatment at the earliest indication of psychosis. Symptoms include delusions, hallucinations, disorganized or blocked speech, and agitated body movements. Early signs that a person may be developing a disorder that will lead to psychosis include suspiciousness of others, memory problems and distractibility, an inability to think clearly, rapid or nonsensical speech, withdrawal from friends or family, aggression toward others, and sensitivity to bright lights or noises.
What if psychosis is left untreated?
Without treatment, psychosis can have significant repercussions, including injuries, job loss, homelessness, financial or legal trouble, ruptured relationships, and suffering for the person and their family. While early treatment for psychosis often yields the best results, there is no point past which it becomes useless to seek treatment. At any point, treatment can make a difference.
How do I get someone else to seek treatment for psychosis?
It’s extremely difficult to watch a loved one suffer from hallucinations, delusions, and other elements of psychosis—sometimes exacerbated by their fears of treatment. Have a conversation with them in a quiet space and maintain a calm, supportive tone. Share your concerns about behaviors you’ve observed, suggest treatment, and explain the potential benefits. Listen carefully to their responses. The person may not be ready after one conversation, but with time, they may come around.