Counselling in Glasgow
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Agnes McPake
Counsellor
Verified
Verified
I am a leading authority with extensive experience in sex addiction, sex therapy and psychosexual counselling for individuals and couples. If you feel apprehensive about addressing your sexual issues, please be assured I will put you at ease immediately. Working with sexual issues and problems including sex addiction is very specialised work and should only be undertaken by experienced psychosexual counsellors, who are qualified and accredited to COSRT the governing body of psychosexual counsellors. I work with clients with sexual issues on a daily basis and I will never judge your behaviour. My motivation is to help you.
Tiril Planterose
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
At some point in our lives we all encounter difficulties. We each have unique experiences of these struggles and at times they can feel overwhelming. Experience and research lets us know that therapy can help. You may seek therapy if you feel stressed, anxious or struggle with low mood. You might find yourself affected by current or past experiences related to work, the home or relationships. Or it might be that you simply long for a confidential space to be heard and understood. Counselling and psychotherapy can help wherever you are in your life.
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Fiona Buchanan
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist who uses an integrative approach to suit your needs. Life can be difficult and you may need a little help and support. You may need help for a specific issue, or you may feel a sense of things not being right, you might be feeling sad, anxious or stuck, worried or overwhelmed or you may be experiencing loss or bereavement or anger.
Janice Alston
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I work with individual adults with a wide range of problems including low mood/depression, anxiety disorders, stress, woman’s health related issues, bereavement and loss, life transitions, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), historic childhood sexual abuse and other complex traumas, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD); self-harm; and many more issues. I have had therapeutic roles within a number of different therapeutic settings including working currently within a veteran mental health charity, and previous roles within the NHS, cancer services, a university counselling service, and third sector organisations.
Not accepting new clients
Mary Martin
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am a relational therapist and take a holistic approach to my clients. Broadly speaking this means I treat the person and not their problem or disorder. Rather than seeing mental health difficulties like depression or anxiety as something wrong with you that need to be fixed, I view them as valid and understandable responses to challenging life experiences. My work as a therapist is informed by both my academic training as well as my own personal struggles in striving for good mental health. I try to combine my theoretical knowledge of what can help with my own personal understanding of how challenging our lives and strugges can be
Your Life Change
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am a CBT therapist, with a background of thirty years in professional drama. I am also an Associate Member of ISST (International Schema Society). My drama experience, linked to CBT and schema-aware therapy techniques, can help you rescript your life to make it happier, more satisfying, or, sometimes, just easier!
Paul Mcilvenny
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
My typical clients are those affected with different forms of compulsive / addictive behaviours - these might include Porn, Sex and Love Addictions; Gambling & Narcotics abuse; or those who are Workaholics. Usually clients first see me when they have reached a major crisis point in their lives and are seeking a person who has an understanding of their issues and how to help change their situation by tackling their problems head-on. I also undertake Relational and Pyschosexual therapy for individuals and couples. Further details on my background and approach can be found online at www.trustedtherapeutics.com
Lynda Dickie
Counsellor, DCounsPsych
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you feeling, fearful, unhappy or stuck and seem to be unable to make changes on your own? Or perhaps you are looking for someone caring to talk through your difficult thoughts and emotions to help you move forward with your life? Whatever your needs, I can provide therapy in a safe space tailored to help tackle specific problems, Together we will explore the problems that have brought you to therapy and I will help you to better understand them. It often brings relief to understand your problems, to know you are not alone or different in what you are experiencing.
Dorothy Tait
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
Dot has over a decade of experience assessing, understanding and treating a breadth of psychological difficulties, ranging from mild to complex. Dot regularly works with people who struggle with anxiety/panic and low mood/depression, shyness/social anxiety, burnout, trauma and grief. She has worked with people experiencing complex and chronic mental health problems, including childhood trauma, interpersonal difficulties, hearing voices, difficulties with emotional regulation, self-harm and suicidal thoughts. Dot also has extensive experience working with people who have eating problems (anorexia, bulimia, binge-eating disorder).
Ava Winn
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
I am a trans feminine therapist with experience of working with issues such as anxiety, depression, anger management, trauma and LGBT+ issues. I can help you to overcome your problems in a friendly, accepting and non-judgemental environment. I have been practising as a therapist for ten years and am accredited with BACP.
Emma Parish
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
A warm welcome to you. Challenges that you might be facing right now, may seem small on the outside but can actually be very big on the inside which may be stopping you from enjoying and living life to the full. You can't change the past but you can change the influence that the past is having on you. I aim to offer you a safe, private and peaceful space to talk about the difficulties you are facing, to reflect on past experiences that may have left you anxious or depressed, and to work alongside you in making the changes that you feel you need. I am an member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP)
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Psychologist, HCPC - Health Psych.
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Are you looking to grow or develop yourself? Sometimes we need a helping hand to help us develop, support our mental health, physical health or wellbeing. I offer a caring, non-judgemental and warm space which is fully inclusive. I work with adults of all ages, young people, and children (5 years old and above). Having worked with clients of different ages and backgrounds, I can help you on your mental health journey. Having lived experience of being a neurodivergent Psychologist, I am also uniquely skilled in supporting neurodivergent clients, communication differences, ADHD coaching and moving into acceptance of self.
Vicki Creanor
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
Within my practice, it is imperative that all clients are aware that therapy is taken at their individual pace. Following a thorough assessment, I help clients understand their current difficulties by building a narrative of what past events have contributed to the current problem and what may be maintaining it. From this, we collaboratively create an individual treatment plan that targets the presenting problem/s using the most relevant therapeutic approach available.
Glasgow Cognitive Therapy Centre Ltd
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
The GCTC was established in 2011 and since then, we have grown into a team of psychotherapists, counsellors and trainers who have helped many young people and adults work towards a greater sense of wellbeing. Sometimes it can be challenging facing everyday life, whether you are dealing with family, work or have just started University or college. Here at the GCTC, we provide a safe, and supportive environment for you to work through your difficulties. Through our training programmes we have ensured that our team of highly specialised, qualified and experienced therapists can offer help with an extensive range of issues.
Dr Katie Smith
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
Hello, I am Dr Katie Smith. Now, more than ever, it is important to look after our mental health and I enjoy helping clients to do just that. I specialise in providing psychological therapy to adults experiencing challenges to their mental health or adjusting to physical health conditions. I work online and from my office in South Glasgow/East Renfrewshire. I have extensive experience from over 20 years working in the NHS and my background as a Clinical Psychologist means that I am trained to the highest professional standards and I strive to provide a high quality and effective service for my clients.
Dr Craig Dunn
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Verified
Hello and thank you for looking into my profile. It can be challenging finding the right therapist amidst a sea of warm faces and shiny profiles full of experience. However, I firmly believe that like any relationship, the therapeutic one needs to feel like a 'good fit' too. This outlook forms the ethos of my therapy practice as a counselling psychologist where I work in collaboration with a client to bring change through the healing properties of a relationship. It is my belief that a supportive, accepting relationship allows for deeper self exploration and long-lasting change.
Lazare Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I understand that this may seem very daunting and perhaps overwhelming as you seek help from a professional. I am a qualified Person Centred Counsellor. This is a client focused therapy that offers a space to talk and explore as we work together through your challenges and experiences. I offer face to face counselling in a safe, empathic, confidential and peaceful space. If you prefer to be in the comfort of your home, we can work together remotely. The facility offers free parking and is easily accessed from the M77.
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Laura Hunter
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Hi I'm Laura & I am an experienced CBT therapist specialising in the treatment of anxiety and OCD. I am based in Glasgow city centre but offer online therapy to clients throughout the UK. Finding the right therapist can be a daunting task particularly if you are looking for a particular approach or skill set and it's so important to find someone you can trust and connect with. I help clients to identify, challenge and overcome their negative thought processes and unhelpful coping strategies that no longer serve them. I am also knowledgeable and experienced in using exposure response prevention techniques in the treatments of OCD.
Michael Alan Read
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
It can often be a bit of a struggle to take that first step into making contact with a therapist, and it’s important that everyone who approaches my practice is treated with respect and honesty. I work with those who are experiencing a wide range of difficulties and situations. Counselling allows us to explore and understand ourselves and work towards new ways of coping while improving our overall wellbeing in an environment where we feel safe and supported.
Dr Rui Zhang
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I am striving to provide safe, ethical, and evidence based practice for all my clients. I see each individual as a human being who has endured suffering, and accepting unconditionally the manifestation of these suffering you may present. I would work with you collaboratively to understand your difficulties and accompany you in the journey of discovery of your own strengths, building resilience, and developing an adaptive way of coping in life. I work in an integrative, and trauma informed way in which different approaches may combine to suit your needs at any given time. Therapeutic approaches I am experienced with are listed.
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How can I find a therapist in Glasgow?
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Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online or over the phone can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counsellors are all licensed mental health professionals. In many countries, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counsellor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counsellors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counsellor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counselling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.