Attachment-based Counselling in Glasgow

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Dr Niamh Rice
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Glasgow G13
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and have spent my career in Adult Mental Health services in the NHS, supporting people individually and in groups. My clinical practice aims to foster increased psychological flexibility to support becoming more emotionally open, cognitively flexible, aware in the present moment and actively engaged in a meaningful life. Between life’s busyness and navigating struggles we can become disconnected from ourselves and what matters to us, spending our days trying to cope rather than living. With compassion we can create a space, a gap within the struggle, to heal and reconnect with your life.
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and have spent my career in Adult Mental Health services in the NHS, supporting people individually and in groups. My clinical practice aims to foster increased psychological flexibility to support becoming more emotionally open, cognitively flexible, aware in the present moment and actively engaged in a meaningful life. Between life’s busyness and navigating struggles we can become disconnected from ourselves and what matters to us, spending our days trying to cope rather than living. With compassion we can create a space, a gap within the struggle, to heal and reconnect with your life.
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Dr Karen Ann Gray
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Glasgow G61
I work with people experiencing a wide range of mental health problems which are creating issues in their lives. These include different types of anxiety, low or fluctuating mood, worry and rumination, stress, problems in relationships with others and issues resulting from historic or more recent trauma. Focus is given to understanding the nature and origins of problems and how change can occur. Currently, as a result of being unable to provide face to face therapy due to covid-19, I am working remotely via secure video and/or telephone conferencing.
I work with people experiencing a wide range of mental health problems which are creating issues in their lives. These include different types of anxiety, low or fluctuating mood, worry and rumination, stress, problems in relationships with others and issues resulting from historic or more recent trauma. Focus is given to understanding the nature and origins of problems and how change can occur. Currently, as a result of being unable to provide face to face therapy due to covid-19, I am working remotely via secure video and/or telephone conferencing.
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Charlene Jany
Psychotherapist, MSc, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glasgow G61  (Online Only)
As an accredited therapist I specialise in fertility & relationship issues for both couples and individuals. You may be feeling something isn't exactly right in your relationship or have a more difficult issue. You could be going through fertility treatment or have just had a fertility diagnosis. Many people think that relationship counselling should be attended when issues hit breaking point and that is simply not the case. I see people at all stages of their relationship and some of the issues I deal with can range from Affairs/betrayals, Family issues, relationship breakdowns & fertility/infertility issues.
As an accredited therapist I specialise in fertility & relationship issues for both couples and individuals. You may be feeling something isn't exactly right in your relationship or have a more difficult issue. You could be going through fertility treatment or have just had a fertility diagnosis. Many people think that relationship counselling should be attended when issues hit breaking point and that is simply not the case. I see people at all stages of their relationship and some of the issues I deal with can range from Affairs/betrayals, Family issues, relationship breakdowns & fertility/infertility issues.
0141 280 7657 View 0141 280 7657
Glasgow Counselling Services
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Verified Verified
Glasgow G3
If you are struggling and need support, we can offer you a safe, consistent, confidential and professional relationship. Please contact the practice for more information and the option of a free fifteen minute phone or Zoom call.
If you are struggling and need support, we can offer you a safe, consistent, confidential and professional relationship. Please contact the practice for more information and the option of a free fifteen minute phone or Zoom call.
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Selena Meechan
Psychotherapist, MCOSCA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Glasgow G41
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself and your relationship with others? Have you lost your sense of self? I am an integrative Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and I am passionate about working collaboratively with my clients to support them in their journey to a happier, calmer and more fulfilling life. I have experience working with all anxiety based conditions low mood (depression and grief) and low self esteem issues as well as trauma led work. My approach is compassion based and led by my clients needs and goals, supporting them to maintain the changes they make during their therapeutic journey with me.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself and your relationship with others? Have you lost your sense of self? I am an integrative Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and I am passionate about working collaboratively with my clients to support them in their journey to a happier, calmer and more fulfilling life. I have experience working with all anxiety based conditions low mood (depression and grief) and low self esteem issues as well as trauma led work. My approach is compassion based and led by my clients needs and goals, supporting them to maintain the changes they make during their therapeutic journey with me.
0141 673 3118 View 0141 673 3118
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Kirstie Rees Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Ed. Psych.
Verified Verified
Glasgow G44
Are you a parent or carer of a child or young person who has additional support needs, special educational needs or learning disabilities? Are you struggling to understand your child's needs and their behaviours? Would you like to learn more about helpful strategies and approaches that you can use to reduce their behaviours and anxiety, or to enhance your child's mental health and learning? Would your child benefit from help to navigate relationships and school? Would it be helpful for you, too, to talk over your concerns in a safe, and supportive setting?
Are you a parent or carer of a child or young person who has additional support needs, special educational needs or learning disabilities? Are you struggling to understand your child's needs and their behaviours? Would you like to learn more about helpful strategies and approaches that you can use to reduce their behaviours and anxiety, or to enhance your child's mental health and learning? Would your child benefit from help to navigate relationships and school? Would it be helpful for you, too, to talk over your concerns in a safe, and supportive setting?
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Linda Smith
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Glasgow G41
Sometimes we experience changes or traumas that leave us struggling with the pressures of life, relationships, work, or studies. This can affect our self-esteem, our sense of identity, and our ability to cope. This can become overwhelming and may lead us to unhelpful or harmful thoughts and behaviours. With help, we can overcome our difficulties and learn to manage our emotions more effectively. With compassion, empathy, respect, and a safe space, we feel heard, considered, and valued. By understanding our thoughts and behaviours we can feel empowered to make positive changes that can lead us to fuller and more enjoyable lives.
Sometimes we experience changes or traumas that leave us struggling with the pressures of life, relationships, work, or studies. This can affect our self-esteem, our sense of identity, and our ability to cope. This can become overwhelming and may lead us to unhelpful or harmful thoughts and behaviours. With help, we can overcome our difficulties and learn to manage our emotions more effectively. With compassion, empathy, respect, and a safe space, we feel heard, considered, and valued. By understanding our thoughts and behaviours we can feel empowered to make positive changes that can lead us to fuller and more enjoyable lives.
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Mel Taylor
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Glasgow G72
My practice involves working with adults, presenting with emotional conflict, dilemma's, pain, indecision, bereavement, physical ill health, eating attachments, past trauma, current relationship difficulties with parents, friends, siblings and with self. My work with people, involves emotional attunement, safety and boundaries of confidentiality, self-harm, suicidal thoughts. The theory I practice from is Psychodynamic, which focusses on conscious, unconscious processes, encouraging self-awareness and an ability to orientate from presenting repeated patterns relating to self, to decisions which are nurturing and fulfilling.
My practice involves working with adults, presenting with emotional conflict, dilemma's, pain, indecision, bereavement, physical ill health, eating attachments, past trauma, current relationship difficulties with parents, friends, siblings and with self. My work with people, involves emotional attunement, safety and boundaries of confidentiality, self-harm, suicidal thoughts. The theory I practice from is Psychodynamic, which focusses on conscious, unconscious processes, encouraging self-awareness and an ability to orientate from presenting repeated patterns relating to self, to decisions which are nurturing and fulfilling.
0141 673 0480 View 0141 673 0480
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Nicola Flanagan
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glasgow G33
Hi and welcome to my page! I’m Nicola, an integrated counsellor which means I can apply a range of modalities to suit the clients individual needs. During therapy with myself, we will work together and develop an understanding of the areas clients wish to work on. We can face challenges together with empathy and patience. I consider myself to be compassionate, open and somewhat direct ,who respects clients from all walks of life. There is no judgment within therapy. Every human is unique in their own beautiful way! I currently offer online or face to face in stepps mon-fri from 9-6pm. Later times can be discussed if needed !
Hi and welcome to my page! I’m Nicola, an integrated counsellor which means I can apply a range of modalities to suit the clients individual needs. During therapy with myself, we will work together and develop an understanding of the areas clients wish to work on. We can face challenges together with empathy and patience. I consider myself to be compassionate, open and somewhat direct ,who respects clients from all walks of life. There is no judgment within therapy. Every human is unique in their own beautiful way! I currently offer online or face to face in stepps mon-fri from 9-6pm. Later times can be discussed if needed !
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Thrive Psychotherapy Ltd
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Glasgow G33
You may be struggling with direction in life/career, distressing thoughts, self-defeating behaviours or intense emotions which seem uncontrollable despite you looking for change. Perhaps you don't think you are able to change and are unsure if you really can. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based modality regarded as the gold standard to alleviate psychological distress and initiate positive behavioural changes. You are looking for change and are taking the initial steps to do so - well done! I have experience working with sports and exercise to enhance performance and also to enhance your life in all areas.
You may be struggling with direction in life/career, distressing thoughts, self-defeating behaviours or intense emotions which seem uncontrollable despite you looking for change. Perhaps you don't think you are able to change and are unsure if you really can. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based modality regarded as the gold standard to alleviate psychological distress and initiate positive behavioural changes. You are looking for change and are taking the initial steps to do so - well done! I have experience working with sports and exercise to enhance performance and also to enhance your life in all areas.
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Zara Mahon
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Glasgow G2  (Online Only)
If you struggle with emotions (anger, resentment, grief, depression or anxiety) and want to work through emotional baggage, I could be the therapist to create a safe space where you can talk openly about what has happened in your life and figure out how to create a fulfilling life. This often involves working through core wounds such as abandonment and neglect, which can be challenging but ultimately reduces emotional suffering. People struggle with various emotions and thoughts, such as anxiety, depression and low self-esteem, and we are usually left overwhelmed with nowhere to go and no one to speak to.
If you struggle with emotions (anger, resentment, grief, depression or anxiety) and want to work through emotional baggage, I could be the therapist to create a safe space where you can talk openly about what has happened in your life and figure out how to create a fulfilling life. This often involves working through core wounds such as abandonment and neglect, which can be challenging but ultimately reduces emotional suffering. People struggle with various emotions and thoughts, such as anxiety, depression and low self-esteem, and we are usually left overwhelmed with nowhere to go and no one to speak to.
0141 673 9630 View 0141 673 9630
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Dr Rhona Foster
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Glasgow G61
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile! I can offer support with many different issues, whether there has been a recent change in your mental health, or you have been struggling with something for a long time. I have a wide range of experience providing psychological therapy in various settings including primary care within the NHS, higher education, and third-sector organisations. I have experience supporting people experiencing difficulties around pregnancy, birth and becoming a parent. I also have experience working with those affected by health issues such as cancer.
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile! I can offer support with many different issues, whether there has been a recent change in your mental health, or you have been struggling with something for a long time. I have a wide range of experience providing psychological therapy in various settings including primary care within the NHS, higher education, and third-sector organisations. I have experience supporting people experiencing difficulties around pregnancy, birth and becoming a parent. I also have experience working with those affected by health issues such as cancer.
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Debbie Bolton
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Glasgow G3
Perhaps you are at a place right now where you are not feeling able to manage like you normally would. I would love to work with you to help understand what is happening for you that is impacting on your mental fitness and getting in the way of you living how you would like to. Therapy is not always a quick fix, there will no doubt be challenges. However, we would be working together to navigate through this difficult time, and that is something that I can offer you.
Perhaps you are at a place right now where you are not feeling able to manage like you normally would. I would love to work with you to help understand what is happening for you that is impacting on your mental fitness and getting in the way of you living how you would like to. Therapy is not always a quick fix, there will no doubt be challenges. However, we would be working together to navigate through this difficult time, and that is something that I can offer you.
0141 673 4596 View 0141 673 4596
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Jacqueline Groves
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Glasgow G13  (Online Only)
Whether you've suffered Emotional Abuse, Narcissistic Abuse, workplace bullying or trying to recover from a loved one's addiction.  I can help you make sense of the crazy-making behaviour you've come to accept as normal and how to move on and reclaim your life.
Whether you've suffered Emotional Abuse, Narcissistic Abuse, workplace bullying or trying to recover from a loved one's addiction.  I can help you make sense of the crazy-making behaviour you've come to accept as normal and how to move on and reclaim your life.
0141 673 1690 View 0141 673 1690
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Fiona Perkins
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glasgow G33
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel right now that you're struggling with your problems or just feeling stuck with your direction in life? Be rest assured that my approach comes from a place of compassion, understanding and support which helps to provide a good start to help implement change and enhance personal growth. I'm sure you will find our sessions friendly and authentic to find the best solution to help move you forward in life. Or perhaps you're just needing a safe space to offload right now and seeking a different perspective with no solutions just yet but with someone impartial just to gain a clearer view in life.
Do you feel right now that you're struggling with your problems or just feeling stuck with your direction in life? Be rest assured that my approach comes from a place of compassion, understanding and support which helps to provide a good start to help implement change and enhance personal growth. I'm sure you will find our sessions friendly and authentic to find the best solution to help move you forward in life. Or perhaps you're just needing a safe space to offload right now and seeking a different perspective with no solutions just yet but with someone impartial just to gain a clearer view in life.
0141 280 1640 View 0141 280 1640
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Emma-Louise Musleh
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Glasgow G14  (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Emma-Louise and I am an integrative therapist trained primarily in Person-Centered and Holistic therapies. I believe that therapy should be a safe place where you can come as the human you are and speak to another human without being labelled, diagnosed or dictated to. We all experience our life so uniquely, that it's impossible to put anyone into a neatly fitted box, that's where I want to work with you to explore your authentic self.
Hello! My name is Emma-Louise and I am an integrative therapist trained primarily in Person-Centered and Holistic therapies. I believe that therapy should be a safe place where you can come as the human you are and speak to another human without being labelled, diagnosed or dictated to. We all experience our life so uniquely, that it's impossible to put anyone into a neatly fitted box, that's where I want to work with you to explore your authentic self.
0141 465 5379 View 0141 465 5379
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Eleanor Parris
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Glasgow G42
Do you feel stuck? Struggle with addiction, anxiety, shame or overwhelm? Have experiences of abuse, sexual violence or unhealthy patterns in relationships? Do your past experiences impact on your wellbeing today? Do you need support establishing boundaries and healthy coping mechanisms? Counselling can help with all of these issues; I offer a safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings. Therapy helps to process and integrate the unresolved and unconscious aspects of yourself, so you can return to a sense of wholeness and wellbeing. It increases the control you have over your emotions and a sense of freedom in your own life.
Do you feel stuck? Struggle with addiction, anxiety, shame or overwhelm? Have experiences of abuse, sexual violence or unhealthy patterns in relationships? Do your past experiences impact on your wellbeing today? Do you need support establishing boundaries and healthy coping mechanisms? Counselling can help with all of these issues; I offer a safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings. Therapy helps to process and integrate the unresolved and unconscious aspects of yourself, so you can return to a sense of wholeness and wellbeing. It increases the control you have over your emotions and a sense of freedom in your own life.
0141 673 1149 View 0141 673 1149
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Jill Spyra
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Glasgow G20  (Online Only)
Starting therapy takes courage and I am here to support you through the process. Together, we'll create a safe and welcoming space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment. Every person's story is unique, and I'm here to honour and understand yours. I believe in a collaborative and client-centred approach. Your goals, values, and pace guide our work together and we'll work as a team to foster positive change in your life. Examples of issues that clients commonly bring to me are: depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, post-traumatic stress, abuse, coping with grief and loss, self-harm and relationship issues.
Starting therapy takes courage and I am here to support you through the process. Together, we'll create a safe and welcoming space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment. Every person's story is unique, and I'm here to honour and understand yours. I believe in a collaborative and client-centred approach. Your goals, values, and pace guide our work together and we'll work as a team to foster positive change in your life. Examples of issues that clients commonly bring to me are: depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, post-traumatic stress, abuse, coping with grief and loss, self-harm and relationship issues.
01698 537240 View 01698 537240
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Arise Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Glasgow G12
Meeting challenges along life’s journey– no matter who we are or what stage we are at– is part of what makes us human. It is at difficult times like these when seeking some professional support can help us along our way. I am an experienced and empathetic Clinical Psychologist, I’ve worked with many individuals at points in their life when they are experiencing emotional distress or just need a safe space of their own to work through their difficulties. I’ve witnessed positive change and growth with many of the clients I have worked with and believe that a safe, empowering and positive therapeutic relationship is key.
Meeting challenges along life’s journey– no matter who we are or what stage we are at– is part of what makes us human. It is at difficult times like these when seeking some professional support can help us along our way. I am an experienced and empathetic Clinical Psychologist, I’ve worked with many individuals at points in their life when they are experiencing emotional distress or just need a safe space of their own to work through their difficulties. I’ve witnessed positive change and growth with many of the clients I have worked with and believe that a safe, empowering and positive therapeutic relationship is key.
0141 673 5432 View 0141 673 5432
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Florence Gray
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Glasgow G3
With 20 years' experience, I am a leading authority in marriage, couple and relationship counselling. I have had the pleasure and privilege of helping countless couples resolve their differences and re-establish an emotional connection. I am passionate about my work and the changes I help to facilitate. When you’re having a relationship or marital problems, it’s natural to want to talk about it. Unfortunately, turning to those around you isn’t always possible or the best option. What you really need is an independent ear — someone who can view your relationship without bias and who won’t take sides.
With 20 years' experience, I am a leading authority in marriage, couple and relationship counselling. I have had the pleasure and privilege of helping countless couples resolve their differences and re-establish an emotional connection. I am passionate about my work and the changes I help to facilitate. When you’re having a relationship or marital problems, it’s natural to want to talk about it. Unfortunately, turning to those around you isn’t always possible or the best option. What you really need is an independent ear — someone who can view your relationship without bias and who won’t take sides.
0141 353 9373 View 0141 353 9373
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Attachment-based Counsellors

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioural Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.