Self-Harming Counselling in Edinburgh
Are you feeling stuck? A bit lost? I'm an experienced Person-Centred Counsellor offering a warm, welcoming, nurturing space for you to explore your natural processes to find healing, growth, and change, rebuilding trust and working with you to empower you in your daily life.
I'm experienced working with individuals processing grief, trauma, loss, bereavement, addiction, depression, anxiety, sex & sexuality, religion and identity. The aim of our therapy is led by you - that could be a deeper understanding of your self, healing traumatic events, or developing tools and coping strategies.
Are you feeling stuck? A bit lost? I'm an experienced Person-Centred Counsellor offering a warm, welcoming, nurturing space for you to explore your natural processes to find healing, growth, and change, rebuilding trust and working with you to empower you in your daily life.
I'm experienced working with individuals processing grief, trauma, loss, bereavement, addiction, depression, anxiety, sex & sexuality, religion and identity. The aim of our therapy is led by you - that could be a deeper understanding of your self, healing traumatic events, or developing tools and coping strategies.
Are you anxious and finding life overwhelming, suddenly the simplest decisions are impossible - this may be situational, relational or historical; large or small I offer a space to speak freely secure in the knowledge our sessions are confidential. My theory is person centred although I offer Integrative therapy which is a progressive form of psychotherapy that combines different therapeutic tools and approaches to fit the needs of the individual client.
Are you anxious and finding life overwhelming, suddenly the simplest decisions are impossible - this may be situational, relational or historical; large or small I offer a space to speak freely secure in the knowledge our sessions are confidential. My theory is person centred although I offer Integrative therapy which is a progressive form of psychotherapy that combines different therapeutic tools and approaches to fit the needs of the individual client.
I am keen to work with young people (13+) and adults who are experiencing issues around relationships, trauma, anxiety and depression who are looking for psychological support to alleviate distress.
I have a great deal of experience in these areas and am able to provide comprehensive therapeutic support, focused on tailored beginning-to-end therapy with you as the focus.
I work in an integrative way with clients 13 and above. I have experience working with a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, self-harm, self-esteem related issues, trauma and abuse as well as sexuality and identity related presentations.
I am keen to work with young people (13+) and adults who are experiencing issues around relationships, trauma, anxiety and depression who are looking for psychological support to alleviate distress.
I have a great deal of experience in these areas and am able to provide comprehensive therapeutic support, focused on tailored beginning-to-end therapy with you as the focus.
I work in an integrative way with clients 13 and above. I have experience working with a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, self-harm, self-esteem related issues, trauma and abuse as well as sexuality and identity related presentations.
I am a Person-Centred counsellor, which means I work collaboratively with you to develop a personalised approach that fits your unique needs. I especially enjoy supporting individuals dealing with ADHD, Autism, navigating questions of identity and sexuality, or struggling with work stress and burnout. I'm committed to working with neurodivergent clients in a neuro-affirming way, valuing their unique experiences and strengths. I also strive to create a safe and affirming space for LGBTQAI+ individuals and members of other marginalised communities.
I am a Person-Centred counsellor, which means I work collaboratively with you to develop a personalised approach that fits your unique needs. I especially enjoy supporting individuals dealing with ADHD, Autism, navigating questions of identity and sexuality, or struggling with work stress and burnout. I'm committed to working with neurodivergent clients in a neuro-affirming way, valuing their unique experiences and strengths. I also strive to create a safe and affirming space for LGBTQAI+ individuals and members of other marginalised communities.
I am aware that you might be coming to counselling for all sorts of reasons It may be something from your past or something that you are dealing with now, or both. You may feel stuck and want to understand yourself better or just not know what way to turn at all but know you want things to be better. Together we will work out what is going to be most helpful for you in counselling to enable you to move forward. I will support you to process and manage whatever it is that you are struggling with and come up with a flexible counselling plan to help you feel better and more able to manage and thrive in your life.
I am aware that you might be coming to counselling for all sorts of reasons It may be something from your past or something that you are dealing with now, or both. You may feel stuck and want to understand yourself better or just not know what way to turn at all but know you want things to be better. Together we will work out what is going to be most helpful for you in counselling to enable you to move forward. I will support you to process and manage whatever it is that you are struggling with and come up with a flexible counselling plan to help you feel better and more able to manage and thrive in your life.
I specialize in helping parents reconnect with themselves and rediscover a sense of calm and joy. At Reconnect Counselling, I offer tailored counselling and psychotherapy services for individual and couples. Whether you're navigating parenthood, struggling with anxiety or depression, facing relationship issues, or coping with the loss of a miscarriage, I’m here to support you. Together, we can explore your thoughts and emotions, helping you reconnect with the parts of yourself that you may feel have been lost. My approach is grounded in compassion, empowerment, and a belief that change is possible.
I specialize in helping parents reconnect with themselves and rediscover a sense of calm and joy. At Reconnect Counselling, I offer tailored counselling and psychotherapy services for individual and couples. Whether you're navigating parenthood, struggling with anxiety or depression, facing relationship issues, or coping with the loss of a miscarriage, I’m here to support you. Together, we can explore your thoughts and emotions, helping you reconnect with the parts of yourself that you may feel have been lost. My approach is grounded in compassion, empowerment, and a belief that change is possible.
Let me start by saying I believe no part of you is wrong, faulty or irrational - and I want to help you understand why you're responding to things in the way that you do. I also don't believe shaming ourselves out of our struggles is effective.
You may be wrestling with how you feel about yourself, or having challenges in close relationships. This could present as depression, anxiety, low self esteem, anger, issues with alcohol/drugs or food, or other challenging behaviours. I particularly value working with people who feel very deeply, known as Highly Sensitive People (HSPs.) Daytime and evening appointments offered.
Let me start by saying I believe no part of you is wrong, faulty or irrational - and I want to help you understand why you're responding to things in the way that you do. I also don't believe shaming ourselves out of our struggles is effective.
You may be wrestling with how you feel about yourself, or having challenges in close relationships. This could present as depression, anxiety, low self esteem, anger, issues with alcohol/drugs or food, or other challenging behaviours. I particularly value working with people who feel very deeply, known as Highly Sensitive People (HSPs.) Daytime and evening appointments offered.
Hello, my name is Anna Planedin and my main approaches are psychodynamic and emotionally focused couples therapy. I help people find relief and movement from a place of feeling 'stuck.' I specialize in working with life transitions, loss, trauma, chronic pain, and sex/sexuality. I view therapy as a process of helping you listen to your gut feelings, find safety and containment and feel less alone in overwhelming experiences. It is my hope that through speaking about difficult or taboo feelings with me, you will feel understood and accepted, and that over time you feel more durable in how you respond to difficulty.
Hello, my name is Anna Planedin and my main approaches are psychodynamic and emotionally focused couples therapy. I help people find relief and movement from a place of feeling 'stuck.' I specialize in working with life transitions, loss, trauma, chronic pain, and sex/sexuality. I view therapy as a process of helping you listen to your gut feelings, find safety and containment and feel less alone in overwhelming experiences. It is my hope that through speaking about difficult or taboo feelings with me, you will feel understood and accepted, and that over time you feel more durable in how you respond to difficulty.
My person-centred approach underpins a sensitivity to trauma and to cultural contexts. I aim to provide a safe space for you to bring any thoughts and feelings about any subject, and to be listened to attentively. Each person is unique and has experienced life differently, and I will endeavour to work together with you to respond to your particular situation.
My person-centred approach underpins a sensitivity to trauma and to cultural contexts. I aim to provide a safe space for you to bring any thoughts and feelings about any subject, and to be listened to attentively. Each person is unique and has experienced life differently, and I will endeavour to work together with you to respond to your particular situation.
If you carry loss, trauma, or struggle and are looking for deeper understanding rather than quick fixes, psychodynamic therapy provides a space for connection and self-acceptance. Rather than treating the symptoms of depression, anxiety, ocd or eating-disorders, therapy will support you to connect to yourself in new ways. Daring to be grounded in your emotional life, also opens up avenues for growth through loss, questions around identity, loss of purpose and major life transitions.
If you carry loss, trauma, or struggle and are looking for deeper understanding rather than quick fixes, psychodynamic therapy provides a space for connection and self-acceptance. Rather than treating the symptoms of depression, anxiety, ocd or eating-disorders, therapy will support you to connect to yourself in new ways. Daring to be grounded in your emotional life, also opens up avenues for growth through loss, questions around identity, loss of purpose and major life transitions.
I am a psychodynamic counsellor, also trained in the person centred approach (University of Edinburgh), and ethically focussed. I work with individuals, and have a wide client base but specialise in work with young adults (16-25), parents, and those in life transition. I am a trauma informed practitioner with experience in a wide range of areas including: relationships, loss and bereavement, pregnancy, parenthood, stress, anxiety, depression, self harm, chronic illness, ADD and ADHD, work and life changes. I can offer some concessionary rates to those on low income. I work face to face, and online in short and long term contexts.
I am a psychodynamic counsellor, also trained in the person centred approach (University of Edinburgh), and ethically focussed. I work with individuals, and have a wide client base but specialise in work with young adults (16-25), parents, and those in life transition. I am a trauma informed practitioner with experience in a wide range of areas including: relationships, loss and bereavement, pregnancy, parenthood, stress, anxiety, depression, self harm, chronic illness, ADD and ADHD, work and life changes. I can offer some concessionary rates to those on low income. I work face to face, and online in short and long term contexts.
When you encounter difficult times in our day to day lives it is helpful to be able to talk these through with someone who is trained and objective. To help you explore the issues that matter to you, bringing insight and understanding to enable you to find your way through problems and dilemmas.
When you encounter difficult times in our day to day lives it is helpful to be able to talk these through with someone who is trained and objective. To help you explore the issues that matter to you, bringing insight and understanding to enable you to find your way through problems and dilemmas.
Welcome to my personal statement. I am an experienced Psychotherapist and Counsellor, with over 30 years involvement in the personal development field. I bring the breadth and depth of my life experience, and aim to work in collaboration with you to explore the challenges and joys that you face in your life.
Welcome to my personal statement. I am an experienced Psychotherapist and Counsellor, with over 30 years involvement in the personal development field. I bring the breadth and depth of my life experience, and aim to work in collaboration with you to explore the challenges and joys that you face in your life.
It can be extremely daunting to start your journey in therapy and this is why I have a very professional and relaxed approach. After an assessment, we would be able to establish how we can work together and what that would entail. This is often the beginning of an amazing journey.
It can be extremely daunting to start your journey in therapy and this is why I have a very professional and relaxed approach. After an assessment, we would be able to establish how we can work together and what that would entail. This is often the beginning of an amazing journey.
One of the most important first steps toward positive change can be learning to value the person we already are. With a focus on the therapeutic relationship and in developing a trusting connection by being empathic, authentic and non-judgemental, I will support you in your journey toward increased self-acceptance and in working toward the changes you want to incorporate into your life as you move forward.
One of the most important first steps toward positive change can be learning to value the person we already are. With a focus on the therapeutic relationship and in developing a trusting connection by being empathic, authentic and non-judgemental, I will support you in your journey toward increased self-acceptance and in working toward the changes you want to incorporate into your life as you move forward.
Hello and Welcome. My name is Katie and I am a Practitioner Psychologist, with a background in nursing, currently specialising in trauma. Trauma can often be related to shock or changes in feelings of anxiety, anger or depression. Trauma is not the same for everyone. If you are feeling overwhelmed or in distress, struggling with daily life, experiencing pain then the type of therapy I offer may be of help to you. Sometimes people present clinically with anxiety or depression, sleep problems, burnout. Please see my website: hendrickps.com for more information about trauma psychotherapy and to read client testimonials.
Hello and Welcome. My name is Katie and I am a Practitioner Psychologist, with a background in nursing, currently specialising in trauma. Trauma can often be related to shock or changes in feelings of anxiety, anger or depression. Trauma is not the same for everyone. If you are feeling overwhelmed or in distress, struggling with daily life, experiencing pain then the type of therapy I offer may be of help to you. Sometimes people present clinically with anxiety or depression, sleep problems, burnout. Please see my website: hendrickps.com for more information about trauma psychotherapy and to read client testimonials.
I have a particular interest in supporting people who are navigating relationship difficulties, dealing with grief and loss, living with past trauma, negotiating difficult issues in the workplace, loneliness and major life transitions. All these experiences can leave us feeling isolated, uncertain or disconnected from ourselves. Together, I hope we can create a safe space to explore these feelings and develop a deeper awareness of your needs, the relationships in your life, and reach a better understanding of yourself.
I have a particular interest in supporting people who are navigating relationship difficulties, dealing with grief and loss, living with past trauma, negotiating difficult issues in the workplace, loneliness and major life transitions. All these experiences can leave us feeling isolated, uncertain or disconnected from ourselves. Together, I hope we can create a safe space to explore these feelings and develop a deeper awareness of your needs, the relationships in your life, and reach a better understanding of yourself.
It can be difficult to give ourselves the space to heal... to feel worthy of it. But, when we take shelter from the headwind we can peel back some layers, carefully set out our map, light a candle, and give ourselves time to determine the best way forward.
I work with those feeling weary, anxious, lonely and lost; those with wounds to heal and those seeking... understanding, their pathway or a renewed spark.
Clients often comment at the end of sessions that their thoughts are simplified, they feel more regulated emotionally and have improved hope and motivation.
It can be difficult to give ourselves the space to heal... to feel worthy of it. But, when we take shelter from the headwind we can peel back some layers, carefully set out our map, light a candle, and give ourselves time to determine the best way forward.
I work with those feeling weary, anxious, lonely and lost; those with wounds to heal and those seeking... understanding, their pathway or a renewed spark.
Clients often comment at the end of sessions that their thoughts are simplified, they feel more regulated emotionally and have improved hope and motivation.
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and member of Women First Healthcare; a multidisciplinary team of professionals who provide expert, bespoke and compassionate assessment and treatment for the mental health and well-being of women. We work in Partnership with the team at Willow Health - a private specialist menopause clinic in Central Scotland, and in connection with Held in Our Hearts; an organisation offering support to people who have lost a child. I have also trained with the Foundation for Infant Loss, an accredited UK-based organisation that works with families who have experienced infertility, miscarriage and loss.
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and member of Women First Healthcare; a multidisciplinary team of professionals who provide expert, bespoke and compassionate assessment and treatment for the mental health and well-being of women. We work in Partnership with the team at Willow Health - a private specialist menopause clinic in Central Scotland, and in connection with Held in Our Hearts; an organisation offering support to people who have lost a child. I have also trained with the Foundation for Infant Loss, an accredited UK-based organisation that works with families who have experienced infertility, miscarriage and loss.
I am a therapist who understands overload, burning out and weight of circumstances not from text books, but from real life. I work directly, honestly, without judgement.
Together, we will slow down the chaos in your head, untangle what is weighing on you and figure out steps to help you feel alive, grounded and in control again.
I am a therapist who understands overload, burning out and weight of circumstances not from text books, but from real life. I work directly, honestly, without judgement.
Together, we will slow down the chaos in your head, untangle what is weighing on you and figure out steps to help you feel alive, grounded and in control again.
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How does therapy for self-harm work?
A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behaviour therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.
Which therapies are best for self-harm?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioural, dialectical behaviour, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioural and dialectical behaviour therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.
Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?
Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.