Transgender Counselling in Edinburgh
Hello, I’m Nick, I’m a pluralistic counsellor offering trauma informed, LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent inclusive therapy.
I work in a grounded, gentle and collaborative way, where the relationship between myself and my clients creates an empathic, exploratory space to focus on the issues that have brought them to counselling. As a pluralistic therapist, I draw on a range of different methods from the counselling world to help you explore your values, feelings and experiences, identify changes you would like to make, and support you as you work towards your goals. I work exclusively online or on the phone, with individual adults.
Hello, I’m Nick, I’m a pluralistic counsellor offering trauma informed, LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent inclusive therapy.
I work in a grounded, gentle and collaborative way, where the relationship between myself and my clients creates an empathic, exploratory space to focus on the issues that have brought them to counselling. As a pluralistic therapist, I draw on a range of different methods from the counselling world to help you explore your values, feelings and experiences, identify changes you would like to make, and support you as you work towards your goals. I work exclusively online or on the phone, with individual adults.
Are you going through a difficult transition? Struggling to make sense of relationships or experiences? I may be able to help. My name is Han, and I'm a therapist based in Edinburgh with years of experience counselling adults and young people. I have over four years of experience working with a wide variety of clients and especially LGBTQ+ clients. In the counselling room, I bring with me this clinical perspective as well as my own personal experience of the world and what it is to be human.
Are you going through a difficult transition? Struggling to make sense of relationships or experiences? I may be able to help. My name is Han, and I'm a therapist based in Edinburgh with years of experience counselling adults and young people. I have over four years of experience working with a wide variety of clients and especially LGBTQ+ clients. In the counselling room, I bring with me this clinical perspective as well as my own personal experience of the world and what it is to be human.
Debbie Clements MA. Snr.acrd, Trans, Queer, LGBT+
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Online Only
14 yrs experience as a psychotherapist, 25yrs in mental health. Are you LGBT+? Queer? Trans? Coming out or transitioning? Navigating polyamory/non monogamy? Questioning your identity? Facing a challenging work or relationship issue? Struggling with low mood, self-worth, grief, anxiety? Other?
When unable to safely be our true selves we experience poor mental health and may suffer with anxiety, low mood, poor self-esteem and relationship difficulties. I offer a welcoming, listening ear and an exploratory collaborative counselling style to help you gain clarity, relief and find ways forward with the issues that are troubling you.
14 yrs experience as a psychotherapist, 25yrs in mental health. Are you LGBT+? Queer? Trans? Coming out or transitioning? Navigating polyamory/non monogamy? Questioning your identity? Facing a challenging work or relationship issue? Struggling with low mood, self-worth, grief, anxiety? Other?
When unable to safely be our true selves we experience poor mental health and may suffer with anxiety, low mood, poor self-esteem and relationship difficulties. I offer a welcoming, listening ear and an exploratory collaborative counselling style to help you gain clarity, relief and find ways forward with the issues that are troubling you.
I have worked with clients from varying backgrounds, circumstances and groups, although I have most experience working with anxiety, depression and identity issues. An ideal client for me is one who simply can recognise that they are not happy with the status quo of their life and are ready to face themselves to work towards personal growth. They would be ready to challenge themselves and be ready for the hardships that may bring. They would want to improve their autonomy, their agency and be willing to change their perspective and outlook on life.
I have worked with clients from varying backgrounds, circumstances and groups, although I have most experience working with anxiety, depression and identity issues. An ideal client for me is one who simply can recognise that they are not happy with the status quo of their life and are ready to face themselves to work towards personal growth. They would be ready to challenge themselves and be ready for the hardships that may bring. They would want to improve their autonomy, their agency and be willing to change their perspective and outlook on life.
Excellence, Compassion, Not Giving Up On You
Zoe Chouliara Psychology
Director Prof. Dr Zoë Chouliara Formerly Professor in Mental Health, Consultant Psychologist
We are an Awarded, Unique, Community based, Family oriented Clinic in the heart of City centre Edinburgh.
Prof. Dr Zoë Chouliara has 16 years of clinical experience in working with severe and/complex psychological difficulties and 13 years of supervising and training others.
We are Trauma and Gender/Plastic Surgery Specialists.
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Excellence, Compassion, Not Giving Up On You
Zoe Chouliara Psychology
Director Prof. Dr Zoë Chouliara Formerly Professor in Mental Health, Consultant Psychologist
We are an Awarded, Unique, Community based, Family oriented Clinic in the heart of City centre Edinburgh.
Prof. Dr Zoë Chouliara has 16 years of clinical experience in working with severe and/complex psychological difficulties and 13 years of supervising and training others.
We are Trauma and Gender/Plastic Surgery Specialists.
We have 5 start reviews!
We handle anything you've got.
Whatever brings you to therapy, my aim is to offer a comfortable, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. Together, we can work toward clarity, healing, and a deeper understanding of yourself, helping you make choices that feel authentic and empowering. I offer therapy online and in person from my practice in Edinburgh. I work collaboratively, going where you need to go, with a focus on building mutual trust and understanding.
Whatever brings you to therapy, my aim is to offer a comfortable, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. Together, we can work toward clarity, healing, and a deeper understanding of yourself, helping you make choices that feel authentic and empowering. I offer therapy online and in person from my practice in Edinburgh. I work collaboratively, going where you need to go, with a focus on building mutual trust and understanding.
Does it feel like the world doesn’t understand you, are you seeking clarity, and craving change?
Your story is yours to write, and counselling can be part of that process. I believe that finding yourself isn’t about following a predetermined script—it’s about exploring, questioning, and embracing every part of who you are, even the pieces that feel uncertain. Whether your journey feels like Elphaba’s - misunderstood, pushing against norms, carving your own path - or Galinda’s - searching for clarity, transformation, and connection - self-discovery is an adventure.
Does it feel like the world doesn’t understand you, are you seeking clarity, and craving change?
Your story is yours to write, and counselling can be part of that process. I believe that finding yourself isn’t about following a predetermined script—it’s about exploring, questioning, and embracing every part of who you are, even the pieces that feel uncertain. Whether your journey feels like Elphaba’s - misunderstood, pushing against norms, carving your own path - or Galinda’s - searching for clarity, transformation, and connection - self-discovery is an adventure.
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and other gender-diverse individuals often navigate complex experiences shaped by societal norms, prejudice, and sometimes personal identity struggles.
I grew up in Namibia and came to England at 33. I qualified as a counsellor in 2008 after volunteering as a Samaritan and Samaritan team lead for 4 years and completing my counselling placement at a local charity. I set up my private practice in 2010 and qualified as a supervisor in 2011 after volunteering for Cruse Bereavement Care as a support worker, trainer, and supervisor. I also facilitated an LGBTQ+ peer support group and managed a counselling service for a charity.
I offer counselling to individuals aged 16 plus. I have a specialist interest in supporting LGBTQ+ people.
Please leave a message and I will get back to you.
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and other gender-diverse individuals often navigate complex experiences shaped by societal norms, prejudice, and sometimes personal identity struggles.
I grew up in Namibia and came to England at 33. I qualified as a counsellor in 2008 after volunteering as a Samaritan and Samaritan team lead for 4 years and completing my counselling placement at a local charity. I set up my private practice in 2010 and qualified as a supervisor in 2011 after volunteering for Cruse Bereavement Care as a support worker, trainer, and supervisor. I also facilitated an LGBTQ+ peer support group and managed a counselling service for a charity.
I offer counselling to individuals aged 16 plus. I have a specialist interest in supporting LGBTQ+ people.
Please leave a message and I will get back to you.
I offer affirmative gender dysphoria assessments and diagnoses, as well as ADHD assessments and diagnoses and post-diagnosis support.
I’m Dr David Cunningham, a Chartered Counselling Psychologist. My focus is on creating a safe, understanding space where we can explore what’s happening for you and find ways forward that feel right. I offer support for people experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, OCD, addiction, and chronic pain. I also provide neurodiversity-affirming assessments and support for ADHD and related attention or executive functioning differences, as well as gender identity and recognition support. You can meet with me online, wherever you are in Scotland or beyond, or in person in Inverness and Fife.
I offer affirmative gender dysphoria assessments and diagnoses, as well as ADHD assessments and diagnoses and post-diagnosis support.
I’m Dr David Cunningham, a Chartered Counselling Psychologist. My focus is on creating a safe, understanding space where we can explore what’s happening for you and find ways forward that feel right. I offer support for people experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, OCD, addiction, and chronic pain. I also provide neurodiversity-affirming assessments and support for ADHD and related attention or executive functioning differences, as well as gender identity and recognition support. You can meet with me online, wherever you are in Scotland or beyond, or in person in Inverness and Fife.
Whatever your reasons for being here, you are very welcome. I provide a safe and confidential space to people from ALL walks of life. Whatever difficulties you are experiencing I can help you to gain insight into why they exist and persist. Psychodynamic therapy helps you to bring that which is unconscious into awareness which helps you to understand and often resolve internal conflicts that cause suffering. These conflicts manifest as, e.g. anxiety, depression, self-destructive behaviours, especially in relationship with others. Psychodynamic therapy can be effective in enabling life long change. LGBTQ+ / Neurodivergent Safe space
Whatever your reasons for being here, you are very welcome. I provide a safe and confidential space to people from ALL walks of life. Whatever difficulties you are experiencing I can help you to gain insight into why they exist and persist. Psychodynamic therapy helps you to bring that which is unconscious into awareness which helps you to understand and often resolve internal conflicts that cause suffering. These conflicts manifest as, e.g. anxiety, depression, self-destructive behaviours, especially in relationship with others. Psychodynamic therapy can be effective in enabling life long change. LGBTQ+ / Neurodivergent Safe space
I offer a welcoming and inclusive space to explore the issues that are most important to you at this time. You might be looking to work on how you feel about yourself, your past experiences, trauma, relationships, community or place in the world. In sessions we would work collaboratively to help you find insights or ways to move towards changes you are looking for.
I want you to feel safe and comfortable in therapy and I am committed to continual learning in order to practice in an anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, neuro-affirming way.
I offer a welcoming and inclusive space to explore the issues that are most important to you at this time. You might be looking to work on how you feel about yourself, your past experiences, trauma, relationships, community or place in the world. In sessions we would work collaboratively to help you find insights or ways to move towards changes you are looking for.
I want you to feel safe and comfortable in therapy and I am committed to continual learning in order to practice in an anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, neuro-affirming way.
Free 15 min intro chat! Hey, I'm April, and I am a therapist and counsellor practicing online and in person.
I have particular experience in working with LGBTQIA+ , trans and nonbinary, ADHD and autistic clients. I work with anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA+ issues, stress and trauma.
I am trauma informed, warm and empathetic, and I hope I can help you process what's weighing on you. Whether you're looking to bring about positive change, or work through difficult things from the past, I hope to help you achieve what matters to you.
Free 15 min intro chat! Hey, I'm April, and I am a therapist and counsellor practicing online and in person.
I have particular experience in working with LGBTQIA+ , trans and nonbinary, ADHD and autistic clients. I work with anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA+ issues, stress and trauma.
I am trauma informed, warm and empathetic, and I hope I can help you process what's weighing on you. Whether you're looking to bring about positive change, or work through difficult things from the past, I hope to help you achieve what matters to you.
I am a highly experienced individual psychotherapist focusing on relational attachments and childhood trauma while working with themes like trauma, depression, anxiety, neurodivergence, sexuality, relationship challenges and everyday struggles. As an integrative psychotherapist, I draw on the Person-centred and Psychodynamic approaches, placing you and your experiences at the centre of the therapeutic process. Together, we will collaboratively decide on the path of therapy to meet your unique needs. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore and gain deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences.
I am a highly experienced individual psychotherapist focusing on relational attachments and childhood trauma while working with themes like trauma, depression, anxiety, neurodivergence, sexuality, relationship challenges and everyday struggles. As an integrative psychotherapist, I draw on the Person-centred and Psychodynamic approaches, placing you and your experiences at the centre of the therapeutic process. Together, we will collaboratively decide on the path of therapy to meet your unique needs. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore and gain deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences.
I am a queer and neurodivergent therapist looking to provide a safe, non-judgemental space for other queer, neurodivergent, and/or polyamorous people. I offer mixed-methods therapy with a CBT focus, with an adaptable approach to suit your needs.
I am acutely aware of how both queerness and neurodiversity are misunderstood and misrepresented, both in the therapeutic field and more widely, and so I am passionate about creating a service that takes these issues and needs seriously, offering people the help they need in a way that works for them without fear of being judged or patronised.
I am a queer and neurodivergent therapist looking to provide a safe, non-judgemental space for other queer, neurodivergent, and/or polyamorous people. I offer mixed-methods therapy with a CBT focus, with an adaptable approach to suit your needs.
I am acutely aware of how both queerness and neurodiversity are misunderstood and misrepresented, both in the therapeutic field and more widely, and so I am passionate about creating a service that takes these issues and needs seriously, offering people the help they need in a way that works for them without fear of being judged or patronised.
Hello, my name is Tara (They/she) & I go by T! I'm an Integrative Art psychotherapist dedicated to improving the lives of marginalized young people and adults. My approach is neuro-affirming with a strong anti-oppressive and trauma informed base. I'm a proud AuDHD, Non-binary, bi and polyamorous therapist.
I value the power of lived experience informing best clinical practise; by accessing therapists who can truly see, understand, and affirm us. I work with clients to build relational safety so that we can explore the impact of experiences, on their inner world.
Hello, my name is Tara (They/she) & I go by T! I'm an Integrative Art psychotherapist dedicated to improving the lives of marginalized young people and adults. My approach is neuro-affirming with a strong anti-oppressive and trauma informed base. I'm a proud AuDHD, Non-binary, bi and polyamorous therapist.
I value the power of lived experience informing best clinical practise; by accessing therapists who can truly see, understand, and affirm us. I work with clients to build relational safety so that we can explore the impact of experiences, on their inner world.
I’m Chris, a person-centred counsellor based in Leith, with my practice overlooking the Shore. I welcome clients from across the UK for both face-to-face and online sessions. As a queer person and active member of the LGBT community, my personal journey has granted me valuable insight into the challenges of identity and acceptance. Having experienced prejudice and exclusion myself, I am deeply passionate about creating a safe, non-judgemental space where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported. My commitment is to offer a therapeutic environment where all aspects of you are welcomed and respected, regardless of your background.
I’m Chris, a person-centred counsellor based in Leith, with my practice overlooking the Shore. I welcome clients from across the UK for both face-to-face and online sessions. As a queer person and active member of the LGBT community, my personal journey has granted me valuable insight into the challenges of identity and acceptance. Having experienced prejudice and exclusion myself, I am deeply passionate about creating a safe, non-judgemental space where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported. My commitment is to offer a therapeutic environment where all aspects of you are welcomed and respected, regardless of your background.
Do anxiety, past trauma, or sheer overwhelm leave you feeling exhausted and unsure where to turn? I offer a warm, supportive space to help you gently make sense of what you’re going through. My approach is flexible and shaped around you, drawing on talking, body-based awareness, and creative methods. Together, we can ease the grip of anxiety, soften self-criticism, and find steadier ground. You don’t have to face this alone — we’ll move at your pace, towards the change you long for.
Do anxiety, past trauma, or sheer overwhelm leave you feeling exhausted and unsure where to turn? I offer a warm, supportive space to help you gently make sense of what you’re going through. My approach is flexible and shaped around you, drawing on talking, body-based awareness, and creative methods. Together, we can ease the grip of anxiety, soften self-criticism, and find steadier ground. You don’t have to face this alone — we’ll move at your pace, towards the change you long for.
Are you feeling trapped in patterns of behaviour that made sense in the past but hold you back now? Perhaps you're constantly reliving traumatic experiences in your mind or body, or feeling shame, self-criticism, anger or anxiety that you can't seem to change. Together we'll notice the feelings, beliefs, sensations and memories that show up for you in each moment, and find ways you can respond to these feelings that leave you feeling calm, self-compassionate and more resolved. If talking hasn't changed the difficulties you're experiencing, or your body feels stuck in past experiences, this way of working might be a good fit for you.
Are you feeling trapped in patterns of behaviour that made sense in the past but hold you back now? Perhaps you're constantly reliving traumatic experiences in your mind or body, or feeling shame, self-criticism, anger or anxiety that you can't seem to change. Together we'll notice the feelings, beliefs, sensations and memories that show up for you in each moment, and find ways you can respond to these feelings that leave you feeling calm, self-compassionate and more resolved. If talking hasn't changed the difficulties you're experiencing, or your body feels stuck in past experiences, this way of working might be a good fit for you.
Counselling with me provides you with a space of radical acceptance to explore your beliefs, your identities, and your experiences of the world. Together, we will co-create a space to experiment with new ways of being. Or a place to integrate or challenge yourself. Or simply some time and space to be heard, and get curious about the meaning of your life (past, present, future).
I work with a wide range of people and you are welcome to get in touch if my profile resonates with you. Often, I work with activists, the LGBTQIA+ community, kinky people, poly people, neurodiverse people, outsiders and edge-walkers (and more).
Counselling with me provides you with a space of radical acceptance to explore your beliefs, your identities, and your experiences of the world. Together, we will co-create a space to experiment with new ways of being. Or a place to integrate or challenge yourself. Or simply some time and space to be heard, and get curious about the meaning of your life (past, present, future).
I work with a wide range of people and you are welcome to get in touch if my profile resonates with you. Often, I work with activists, the LGBTQIA+ community, kinky people, poly people, neurodiverse people, outsiders and edge-walkers (and more).
Every individual has their own unique journey towards self-acceptance. In our work together, I will help you gain deeper insight into the challenges you are facing and consider ways to bring about meaningful change. We will mutually agree on a pace that feels right for you to start looking more deeply into what is causing you to suffer. Together, we'll explore ways to challenge negative or harmful patterns and identify healthier alternatives. My approach is primarily person-centered, though I may also draw from other therapeutic styles using a holisitic/psychospiritual lens to support the shift towards healing the whole self.
Every individual has their own unique journey towards self-acceptance. In our work together, I will help you gain deeper insight into the challenges you are facing and consider ways to bring about meaningful change. We will mutually agree on a pace that feels right for you to start looking more deeply into what is causing you to suffer. Together, we'll explore ways to challenge negative or harmful patterns and identify healthier alternatives. My approach is primarily person-centered, though I may also draw from other therapeutic styles using a holisitic/psychospiritual lens to support the shift towards healing the whole self.
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Transgender Counsellors
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognise a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognise a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.