Counselling in Merchant City, Glasgow

Are you struggling with substance or alcohol use, trauma and/or despair? Utilising my neuroscience and addictions academic and professional background, I will support you to not just survive but regain control of your life one day at a time. My approach aims to go beyond only listening to the issues you may have by using analysis and solutions to give the support you need. While this approach is based on you gaining more knowledge about yourself, I also highly value patients being as comfortable as possible in the sessions as well.
Are you struggling with substance or alcohol use, trauma and/or despair? Utilising my neuroscience and addictions academic and professional background, I will support you to not just survive but regain control of your life one day at a time. My approach aims to go beyond only listening to the issues you may have by using analysis and solutions to give the support you need. While this approach is based on you gaining more knowledge about yourself, I also highly value patients being as comfortable as possible in the sessions as well.

Hello, my name is Gill and I am the founder of Chattering Minds Therapy. I am dedicated in providing psychotherapy services in a private practice setting one to one with clients. With empathy, compassion and creativity, I offer short and longer-term therapy that aims to equip you with the necessary knowledge, clarity and tools so that you can reach your goals and lead a happier, more fulfilling life.
Hello, my name is Gill and I am the founder of Chattering Minds Therapy. I am dedicated in providing psychotherapy services in a private practice setting one to one with clients. With empathy, compassion and creativity, I offer short and longer-term therapy that aims to equip you with the necessary knowledge, clarity and tools so that you can reach your goals and lead a happier, more fulfilling life.

Facing the day with a niggling sense of confusion, unease or sadness will affect everything around you, it limits your ability to engage and really be in the moment. These feelings may be linked to a past event in your life, a situation you are currently in or you may be unclear as to why you feel this way. What is important is that at the centre is you. Often, we know we need to prioritise ourselves better, but maybe we do not know how to, we are unsure what we need and are hesitant to ask for this. Are you eager to find out why you respond the way you do? Why you think the way you do at times?
Facing the day with a niggling sense of confusion, unease or sadness will affect everything around you, it limits your ability to engage and really be in the moment. These feelings may be linked to a past event in your life, a situation you are currently in or you may be unclear as to why you feel this way. What is important is that at the centre is you. Often, we know we need to prioritise ourselves better, but maybe we do not know how to, we are unsure what we need and are hesitant to ask for this. Are you eager to find out why you respond the way you do? Why you think the way you do at times?

Sometimes we can feel stuck in life, and find ourselves caught in a cycle of unhelpful behaviour patterns or ways of relating to ourselves and others. We may feel conflicted,anxious sad or depressed but don't know why. We want to understand ourselves better and to be understood by others. We want to achieve inner peace but we don’t know how to, or feel we have the capacity to make changes or achieve lasting healing.
Sometimes we can feel stuck in life, and find ourselves caught in a cycle of unhelpful behaviour patterns or ways of relating to ourselves and others. We may feel conflicted,anxious sad or depressed but don't know why. We want to understand ourselves better and to be understood by others. We want to achieve inner peace but we don’t know how to, or feel we have the capacity to make changes or achieve lasting healing.

Work life issues can easily affect both our professional and personal lives. My clients often struggle with stress related issues which stem from their place of work. These include areas such as: anger management issues, assertiveness & setting boundaries, bullying or harassment, poor work/life balance, redundancy, communication skills & techniques, conflict at work, coping with difficult personalities, high-stress levels & burnout, job dissatisfaction, feeling stuck, lack of purpose or direction, a lack of confidence/imposter syndrome. My coaching practice helps clients create actionable steps to overcome these situations.
Work life issues can easily affect both our professional and personal lives. My clients often struggle with stress related issues which stem from their place of work. These include areas such as: anger management issues, assertiveness & setting boundaries, bullying or harassment, poor work/life balance, redundancy, communication skills & techniques, conflict at work, coping with difficult personalities, high-stress levels & burnout, job dissatisfaction, feeling stuck, lack of purpose or direction, a lack of confidence/imposter syndrome. My coaching practice helps clients create actionable steps to overcome these situations.

We all face difficult times throughout our lives and sometimes we feel stuck. Seeking help is a good indication of wanting to improve. Working together we will look for ways to overcome the obstacles and find emotional balance again. In therapy, I use an integrative approach, which involves the use of a variety of methods in my practice. These include person-centered, solution-focused brief therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy, among other approaches.
We all face difficult times throughout our lives and sometimes we feel stuck. Seeking help is a good indication of wanting to improve. Working together we will look for ways to overcome the obstacles and find emotional balance again. In therapy, I use an integrative approach, which involves the use of a variety of methods in my practice. These include person-centered, solution-focused brief therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy, among other approaches.

A warm welcome to you. I am Maggi, a fully registered BACP Pluralistic Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I understand it takes courage to reach out and take that first step ... whether it’s your first time starting therapy or you’ve had therapy in the past. I offer a safe and confidential space to talk through the difficulties you’re experiencing. Perhaps you are finding it difficult to cope? Experiencing anxiety? Feeling depressed? Having relationship issues/family problems? Struggling with past/present trauma or life changes? Or come to a crossroads in life and don’t know where to turn? Wanting to understand yourself better?
A warm welcome to you. I am Maggi, a fully registered BACP Pluralistic Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I understand it takes courage to reach out and take that first step ... whether it’s your first time starting therapy or you’ve had therapy in the past. I offer a safe and confidential space to talk through the difficulties you’re experiencing. Perhaps you are finding it difficult to cope? Experiencing anxiety? Feeling depressed? Having relationship issues/family problems? Struggling with past/present trauma or life changes? Or come to a crossroads in life and don’t know where to turn? Wanting to understand yourself better?

Hi my name is michelle and I am aware Choosing to start therapy can often feel daunting and terrifying. I understand this journey, both from a personal and from a theoretical perspective. So, I just want to say thank you for putting yourself out there, even know you may have feelings of apprehension.
Hi my name is michelle and I am aware Choosing to start therapy can often feel daunting and terrifying. I understand this journey, both from a personal and from a theoretical perspective. So, I just want to say thank you for putting yourself out there, even know you may have feelings of apprehension.

Why should you choose me? My philosophy and approach is based upon offering a discreet, compassionate, and empowering clinic for you to work towards achieving your therapy goals. I believe anyone can benefit from CBT even if they are experiencing problems in one area, or are ready to make some bigger changes. As a CBT therapist, I bring not only my professional expertise but also a warm and compassionate approach to our sessions. Don't hesitate to reach out and ask questions. Starting therapy can feel daunting but I am here to guide you through the process easily and sessions are carried out collaboratively.
Why should you choose me? My philosophy and approach is based upon offering a discreet, compassionate, and empowering clinic for you to work towards achieving your therapy goals. I believe anyone can benefit from CBT even if they are experiencing problems in one area, or are ready to make some bigger changes. As a CBT therapist, I bring not only my professional expertise but also a warm and compassionate approach to our sessions. Don't hesitate to reach out and ask questions. Starting therapy can feel daunting but I am here to guide you through the process easily and sessions are carried out collaboratively.

I believe the difficulties we experience in life can be highly impactful on how we see ourselves, how we relate to ourselves/others and on our own wellbeing. We can become stuck in unhelpful patterns of behaviour, trapped in our own internal conflict or afraid of/detached from our own emotion. Recognising that each of us is unique, I view therapy as a highly individualised process that aims to help us understand how our own internal world may be impacting our external problems. Focus is placed on gaining a compassionate understanding of why our lives are as they are and on processing any blocked emotion that is preventing change.
I believe the difficulties we experience in life can be highly impactful on how we see ourselves, how we relate to ourselves/others and on our own wellbeing. We can become stuck in unhelpful patterns of behaviour, trapped in our own internal conflict or afraid of/detached from our own emotion. Recognising that each of us is unique, I view therapy as a highly individualised process that aims to help us understand how our own internal world may be impacting our external problems. Focus is placed on gaining a compassionate understanding of why our lives are as they are and on processing any blocked emotion that is preventing change.

My name Angela Stanton I have worked within the mental health field for more than 13 years; working in the statutory, voluntary and private sectors. I have a broad range of experience in complex mental health, substance use, mood disorder, eating issues and issues related to life adjustment and relational issues.
My name Angela Stanton I have worked within the mental health field for more than 13 years; working in the statutory, voluntary and private sectors. I have a broad range of experience in complex mental health, substance use, mood disorder, eating issues and issues related to life adjustment and relational issues.
Meet Our Counsellors

When we feel that those around us do not understand us, or do not accept us, it can feel like a lonely, uphill struggle. Our therapists hold a long-held interest in what makes us all tick, and the strategies that we can access to better manage the ups and downs in our lives. All therapists working at Foxes' Retreat have lived neuro-diverse experience.
When we feel that those around us do not understand us, or do not accept us, it can feel like a lonely, uphill struggle. Our therapists hold a long-held interest in what makes us all tick, and the strategies that we can access to better manage the ups and downs in our lives. All therapists working at Foxes' Retreat have lived neuro-diverse experience.

Do you feel 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 work alongside you to help shine a light on difficult areas It often brings relief to understand your problems, to know you are not alone or different in what you are experiencing.
Do you feel 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 work alongside you to help shine a light on difficult areas It often brings relief to understand your problems, to know you are not alone or different in what you are experiencing.

As a Counsellor, I work to the understanding that different things work for different people at different times. I prioritise building a genuine and real relationship with you as a client that is underpinned by care, trust and collaboration.
As a Counsellor, I work to the understanding that different things work for different people at different times. I prioritise building a genuine and real relationship with you as a client that is underpinned by care, trust and collaboration.

I believe that the most important relationship we will have over our lifetime is the relationship that we have with ourselves. Throughout our lives we can come to conclusions about ourselves and others that cause us to feel insecure with who we are and around others. My job as a therapist and life coach is to provide a talking space for you to figure out what is holding you back from achieving the relationships and lifestyle you deserve. The more we understand who we really are, the easier it becomes to truly and deliberately create the life we desire.
I believe that the most important relationship we will have over our lifetime is the relationship that we have with ourselves. Throughout our lives we can come to conclusions about ourselves and others that cause us to feel insecure with who we are and around others. My job as a therapist and life coach is to provide a talking space for you to figure out what is holding you back from achieving the relationships and lifestyle you deserve. The more we understand who we really are, the easier it becomes to truly and deliberately create the life we desire.

I'm your mojo-returner! I'm an EMCC Accredited Senior Coach Practitioner, Accredited Coach Supervisor, and BACP Accredited Therapist, with over a decade, and thousands of hours of experience, in supporting extraordinary people, just like you, to make significant changes in their lives. Ready to crush your goals? DM me for transformative coaching and therapeutic consultancy for creative entrepreneurs and senior executives. More than just coaching, this flexes and shifts with YOUR needs.
I'm your mojo-returner! I'm an EMCC Accredited Senior Coach Practitioner, Accredited Coach Supervisor, and BACP Accredited Therapist, with over a decade, and thousands of hours of experience, in supporting extraordinary people, just like you, to make significant changes in their lives. Ready to crush your goals? DM me for transformative coaching and therapeutic consultancy for creative entrepreneurs and senior executives. More than just coaching, this flexes and shifts with YOUR needs.

What happened to us, doesn't have to define us. The narrative of our issues can be transformed in something different. A healing story that can give you empowerment and freedom. Maybe you are dealing with anxiety, depression, anger. Maybe you are looking for happiness or you feel you are lost. Or maybe, you still don't know what's missing. Regardless, I understand it's important for you to know how to cope, where you want to go in your life and what really matters to you. Finding and/or redefine your personal story, that fits your own true self, may give you the answers you are looking for.
What happened to us, doesn't have to define us. The narrative of our issues can be transformed in something different. A healing story that can give you empowerment and freedom. Maybe you are dealing with anxiety, depression, anger. Maybe you are looking for happiness or you feel you are lost. Or maybe, you still don't know what's missing. Regardless, I understand it's important for you to know how to cope, where you want to go in your life and what really matters to you. Finding and/or redefine your personal story, that fits your own true self, may give you the answers you are looking for.

If anxiety, overthinking and worry are interrupting daily life, you may feel stuck and unsure how to change this. Let's face it, most of us have never been taught how to manage emotions, so we bury them and hope for the best. Our mind then regurgitates our usual worries and fears, and the cycle repeats. The good news is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) can provide a clear path to understanding your thoughts and feelings (there is always a reason), and finding solutions that work for you. In your CBT sessions you can learn strategies to move from worry to calm, from overwhelm to being in control, and get back to being you.
If anxiety, overthinking and worry are interrupting daily life, you may feel stuck and unsure how to change this. Let's face it, most of us have never been taught how to manage emotions, so we bury them and hope for the best. Our mind then regurgitates our usual worries and fears, and the cycle repeats. The good news is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) can provide a clear path to understanding your thoughts and feelings (there is always a reason), and finding solutions that work for you. In your CBT sessions you can learn strategies to move from worry to calm, from overwhelm to being in control, and get back to being you.

If you are here you are taking your first step towards feeling better. That is courageous and daunting.
You may have been feeling anxious or depressed for some time and you are not sure why. Or specific issues in your life are causing worry and stress.
You may be navigating life transitions or facing day-to-day challenges. Either way, you feel overwhelmed by your emotions or shut down and disconnected.
Or perhaps you have frequently felt 'different' and struggled with things others seem to find easy. You suspect you may be neurodivergent.
If you are here you are taking your first step towards feeling better. That is courageous and daunting.
You may have been feeling anxious or depressed for some time and you are not sure why. Or specific issues in your life are causing worry and stress.
You may be navigating life transitions or facing day-to-day challenges. Either way, you feel overwhelmed by your emotions or shut down and disconnected.
Or perhaps you have frequently felt 'different' and struggled with things others seem to find easy. You suspect you may be neurodivergent.

Many of my clients come to me because they face: Relationship, sex and family issues, anxieties and breakdown - Work and professional stress, anxiety and crisis - Alcoholism, drug dependency, sexual, relational and other addiction problems - Weight loss, smoking cessation and other life-goal issues - Eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating and other food dependency issues - LGBT, minority and other discrimination issues - Self-confidence, self-esteem and anxiety-related issues.
Many of my clients come to me because they face: Relationship, sex and family issues, anxieties and breakdown - Work and professional stress, anxiety and crisis - Alcoholism, drug dependency, sexual, relational and other addiction problems - Weight loss, smoking cessation and other life-goal issues - Eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating and other food dependency issues - LGBT, minority and other discrimination issues - Self-confidence, self-esteem and anxiety-related issues.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Merchant City, Glasgow
200+
Average cost per session
£60
Counsellors in Merchant City, Glasgow who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
88% | Self Esteem |
86% | Depression |
85% | Stress |
78% | Relationship Issues |
69% | Trauma and PTSD |
62% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
7 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
74% | Aviva |
63% | Vitality |
57% | AXA PPP |
How Counsellors in Merchant City, Glasgow see their clients
66% | In Person and Online | |
34% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
77% | Female | |
22% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |