Counselling for Children in Glasgow

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Claire Blaney
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Glasgow G46
My creative practice has supported children, young people and adults for over 13 years with a range of emotional, psychological, and social difficulties.
Hello! I'm an Arts Psychotherapist specialising in Dramatherapy. You don't need to have previous experience or skill in acting, theatre or drama to access Dramatherapy. Dramatherapy can be a form of talking therapy while also accessing non-verbal techniques and a range of creative therapeutic approaches which meet your needs to explore, express and understand your feelings and experiences in different ways when talking about them may prove challenging. I can offer you a safe, non-judgemental, trauma informed and creative space which is unique and tailored to support you with whatever brings you to therapy.
My creative practice has supported children, young people and adults for over 13 years with a range of emotional, psychological, and social difficulties.
Hello! I'm an Arts Psychotherapist specialising in Dramatherapy. You don't need to have previous experience or skill in acting, theatre or drama to access Dramatherapy. Dramatherapy can be a form of talking therapy while also accessing non-verbal techniques and a range of creative therapeutic approaches which meet your needs to explore, express and understand your feelings and experiences in different ways when talking about them may prove challenging. I can offer you a safe, non-judgemental, trauma informed and creative space which is unique and tailored to support you with whatever brings you to therapy.
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Dr Craig Dunn
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
I’m a Chartered Counselling Psychologist with over ten years’ experience working across children’s and adult mental health services.
In my work, I support adults, children, and families to understand patterns in their thoughts, emotions, and relationships - particularly those shaped by early life experiences. I have a special interest in schema-informed therapy, helping clients make sense of long-standing patterns that may be impacting their wellbeing, relationships, or sense of self.
I’m a Chartered Counselling Psychologist with over ten years’ experience working across children’s and adult mental health services.
In my work, I support adults, children, and families to understand patterns in their thoughts, emotions, and relationships - particularly those shaped by early life experiences. I have a special interest in schema-informed therapy, helping clients make sense of long-standing patterns that may be impacting their wellbeing, relationships, or sense of self.
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The Psychology Rooms Clinic - Director Dr McNeill
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 25+ years’ experience treating children, adolescents, and adults.
I’ve worked across several hospital including children hospitals, Glasgow Royal Infirmary, providing input to all medical specialities and Canniesburn Plastic Surgery and Burns Unit. I've substantial experience in assessing and supporting individuals undergoing medical and cosmetic surgery. I provide reports for court and compensation and training workshops
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 25+ years’ experience treating children, adolescents, and adults.
I’ve worked across several hospital including children hospitals, Glasgow Royal Infirmary, providing input to all medical specialities and Canniesburn Plastic Surgery and Burns Unit. I've substantial experience in assessing and supporting individuals undergoing medical and cosmetic surgery. I provide reports for court and compensation and training workshops
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Chattering Minds Therapy
Psychotherapist, BACP
Glasgow G72
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.
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The Dawn Practice
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Our ideal clients are children, young people, and adults seeking clarity, understanding, and support around their mental health or neurodivergence.
The Dawn Practice provides accessible, specialist care for mental health and neurodivergence. We offer expert assessment, therapy, and ongoing support for children, young people, and adults, helping each person better understand themselves and develop tools to thrive.
Our ideal clients are children, young people, and adults seeking clarity, understanding, and support around their mental health or neurodivergence.
The Dawn Practice provides accessible, specialist care for mental health and neurodivergence. We offer expert assessment, therapy, and ongoing support for children, young people, and adults, helping each person better understand themselves and develop tools to thrive.
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The Garnethill Centre
Counsellor, MBACP
Counselling and psychotherapy offer opportunity to explore issues and problems in a safe and confidential environment and can help with many issues including: anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, problems at work, bereavement, life changes and crises, and past and recurring trauma. Many people use therapy to support them through periods of distress or difficulty with a wide range of problems. An initial session will offer you an opportunity to think together with an experienced therapist about whether you may benefit from coming for counselling and/or whether our services may be helpful to you.
Counselling and psychotherapy offer opportunity to explore issues and problems in a safe and confidential environment and can help with many issues including: anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, problems at work, bereavement, life changes and crises, and past and recurring trauma. Many people use therapy to support them through periods of distress or difficulty with a wide range of problems. An initial session will offer you an opportunity to think together with an experienced therapist about whether you may benefit from coming for counselling and/or whether our services may be helpful to you.
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Sharon Joyce
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Glasgow G77
Counselling Psychotherapy Person-centred, individualised with integrated methods with CBT, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Inner Child work, Life story work, trauma informed practitioner and neurodiversity support.
GMBPSS, MBACP (Accredited), MCOSCA (Accredited), MSSSC. I use the latest evidence-informed therapies. Accredited Psychotherapist. Masters degree Glasgow University 2001 and Masters degree in counselling and psychotherapy fully accredited and registered with BACP in addition to my fully qualified registration SSSC since my qualification in 1997. I am a registered member of MBACP Accred. MCOSCA and MSSSC. Adhere to policies and procedures and comply with the ethical framework for practice. This includes ongoing professional development, supervision and complainFees available on request. Supervision, BACP and SSSC regulations applied.
Counselling Psychotherapy Person-centred, individualised with integrated methods with CBT, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Inner Child work, Life story work, trauma informed practitioner and neurodiversity support.
GMBPSS, MBACP (Accredited), MCOSCA (Accredited), MSSSC. I use the latest evidence-informed therapies. Accredited Psychotherapist. Masters degree Glasgow University 2001 and Masters degree in counselling and psychotherapy fully accredited and registered with BACP in addition to my fully qualified registration SSSC since my qualification in 1997. I am a registered member of MBACP Accred. MCOSCA and MSSSC. Adhere to policies and procedures and comply with the ethical framework for practice. This includes ongoing professional development, supervision and complainFees available on request. Supervision, BACP and SSSC regulations applied.
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Donna Mitchell
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, BACP
2 Endorsed
Glasgow G12
My experience has been built upon extensive training and experiences supporting Child/Adolescents, Young Adults,Adults, Parents and Educators.
By taking each session at your pace, we can work together to explore the issues being discussed. Through a collaborative effort, we will design a therapeutic plan that is tailored around your individual needs. This may include a combination of mindfulness, CBT along with talking therapies.
My experience has been built upon extensive training and experiences supporting Child/Adolescents, Young Adults,Adults, Parents and Educators.
By taking each session at your pace, we can work together to explore the issues being discussed. Through a collaborative effort, we will design a therapeutic plan that is tailored around your individual needs. This may include a combination of mindfulness, CBT along with talking therapies.
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Dr Cheryl Venart
Psychologist, HCPC - Health Psych.
3 Endorsed
Are you autistic, have ADHD or are multiple neurodivergent and looking for support? As a Health Psychologist, I work holistically to consider your mental and physical health. Having lived experience of being a neurodivergent Psychologist, I am also uniquely skilled in supporting neurodivergent clients with life coaching (ADHD, sensory challenges and advocacy), self-esteem and diagnosing ADHD and Autism. I currently provide gold standard and thorough ADHD and autism assessments for adolescents (16+) and adults. Please contact the admin email on my website for this.
Are you autistic, have ADHD or are multiple neurodivergent and looking for support? As a Health Psychologist, I work holistically to consider your mental and physical health. Having lived experience of being a neurodivergent Psychologist, I am also uniquely skilled in supporting neurodivergent clients with life coaching (ADHD, sensory challenges and advocacy), self-esteem and diagnosing ADHD and Autism. I currently provide gold standard and thorough ADHD and autism assessments for adolescents (16+) and adults. Please contact the admin email on my website for this.
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Amanda Wu
Counsellor, MA, PNCPS Acc.
Glasgow G72
She provides counselling to children, adolescents & adults.
Amanda works with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, eating disorders, relationship issues & many more. Amanda believes very much in a ‘one size does not fit all’ method and tailors her therapy to suit each individual. She is very gentle in her approach and aims to provide a safe, non judgemental space for her clients.
She provides counselling to children, adolescents & adults.
Amanda works with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, eating disorders, relationship issues & many more. Amanda believes very much in a ‘one size does not fit all’ method and tailors her therapy to suit each individual. She is very gentle in her approach and aims to provide a safe, non judgemental space for her clients.
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Linda Smith
Counsellor, MBACP
Glasgow G41
I can work with adults, young people, and children.
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.
I can work with adults, young people, and children.
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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Shaheen Syedain, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
I am Shaheen, a qualified and experienced therapist working with couples, families and individuals, who would like to deal with life or relationship challenges differently. My approach is systemic, which means looking at issues in the context of relationships, experiences, cultures and situations. For couples or families it's useful for recognising unhelpful patterns and enabling you - between you - to find new ways of managing that fit better with how you would like to be. Whatever challenges you are facing, we can explore what the multiple factors are, that may have contributed, and open up space for new ideas.
I am Shaheen, a qualified and experienced therapist working with couples, families and individuals, who would like to deal with life or relationship challenges differently. My approach is systemic, which means looking at issues in the context of relationships, experiences, cultures and situations. For couples or families it's useful for recognising unhelpful patterns and enabling you - between you - to find new ways of managing that fit better with how you would like to be. Whatever challenges you are facing, we can explore what the multiple factors are, that may have contributed, and open up space for new ideas.
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I am a Person-Centred counsellor that has many years experience with both Children and Adults.
I feel I can offer a safe non judgement space to explore issues that may be arising in your life. Using a Person-Centred approach allows you to go at your own speed and more space to reflect what may be happening. Also offering support to children from 4+ using play therapy allows children to express and explore feelings through play rather than words.
I am a Person-Centred counsellor that has many years experience with both Children and Adults.
I feel I can offer a safe non judgement space to explore issues that may be arising in your life. Using a Person-Centred approach allows you to go at your own speed and more space to reflect what may be happening. Also offering support to children from 4+ using play therapy allows children to express and explore feelings through play rather than words.
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Naheeda Din
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Glasgow G68
Our journey through life can be rough at times, and when that happens it’s healthy to get a little support. It can be overwhelming to do everything alone, so taking a moment to express ourselves to a professional and empathetic CBT therapist can make a great difference in our lives. My effectiveness as a therapist stems from empathetic listening, genuine compassion, and a non-judgemental attitude. The ability to establish a trusting therapeutic alliance creates a safe space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions.
Our journey through life can be rough at times, and when that happens it’s healthy to get a little support. It can be overwhelming to do everything alone, so taking a moment to express ourselves to a professional and empathetic CBT therapist can make a great difference in our lives. My effectiveness as a therapist stems from empathetic listening, genuine compassion, and a non-judgemental attitude. The ability to establish a trusting therapeutic alliance creates a safe space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions.
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Sarah Bradley
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
1 Endorsed
Glasgow G42
I work with children, young people, and adults, creating a warm, supportive space where you can explore your experiences at your own pace.
My work combines conversation and creativity, drawing on storytelling, role play, images, objects, and art-making. As a Dramatherapist, I know that words don't always come easily. Using metaphor and imagination, we can explore feelings, make sense of experiences, and discover new perspectives in a way that feels safe, supportive, and led by you.
I work with children, young people, and adults, creating a warm, supportive space where you can explore your experiences at your own pace.
My work combines conversation and creativity, drawing on storytelling, role play, images, objects, and art-making. As a Dramatherapist, I know that words don't always come easily. Using metaphor and imagination, we can explore feelings, make sense of experiences, and discover new perspectives in a way that feels safe, supportive, and led by you.
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Emma Field
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Thank you for visiting my profile. You may be looking for help with a specific issue, looking for more purpose or clarity in life, more understanding about yourself or maybe you might be confused. Sometimes choosing a therapist can feel overwhelming and despite the qualifications and experience it can be more about finding the right fit between yourself and your therapist.
Thank you for visiting my profile. You may be looking for help with a specific issue, looking for more purpose or clarity in life, more understanding about yourself or maybe you might be confused. Sometimes choosing a therapist can feel overwhelming and despite the qualifications and experience it can be more about finding the right fit between yourself and your therapist.
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Barbara McGinley
Psychotherapist, BACP
I am an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, drawing on a range of approaches, to help you manage your challenges, find meaning and/or make change. Together we will collaborate to discover the best approach to meet your needs and work towards your goals. Deciding to seek support is a significant step in self-care; it can be intimidating, but when you are overwhelmed with the life’s burdens, a helping hand to navigate to solutions can make all the difference. Together we will explore your options and resource from your own inner strengths, discover effective ways of coping and restore you to your best self.
I am an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, drawing on a range of approaches, to help you manage your challenges, find meaning and/or make change. Together we will collaborate to discover the best approach to meet your needs and work towards your goals. Deciding to seek support is a significant step in self-care; it can be intimidating, but when you are overwhelmed with the life’s burdens, a helping hand to navigate to solutions can make all the difference. Together we will explore your options and resource from your own inner strengths, discover effective ways of coping and restore you to your best self.
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Jill Ogston
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I work with children, adults and families to help them understand and manage a wide range of emotional difficulties.
I use a range of psychological therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy & EMDR, to help people improve their quality of life. I am an approachable, warm and empathic therapist who is committed to working with clients to help them develop skills and make positive changes that will reduce their emotional distress.
I work with children, adults and families to help them understand and manage a wide range of emotional difficulties.
I use a range of psychological therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy & EMDR, to help people improve their quality of life. I am an approachable, warm and empathic therapist who is committed to working with clients to help them develop skills and make positive changes that will reduce their emotional distress.
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Dr Boyana Ivanovich
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I have 10+ years of experience in supporting children, young people and adults experiencing a variety of mental health difficulties.
I am an experienced Counselling Psychologist and clinical supervisor. I aim to provide a safe and non-judgemental space, where you will feel heard and understood. My approach is based on your individual needs. I am trained in a number of therapeutic approaches and work flexibly and collaboratively to find the best way of working for you, while also using scientific evidence to guide my practice.
I have 10+ years of experience in supporting children, young people and adults experiencing a variety of mental health difficulties.
I am an experienced Counselling Psychologist and clinical supervisor. I aim to provide a safe and non-judgemental space, where you will feel heard and understood. My approach is based on your individual needs. I am trained in a number of therapeutic approaches and work flexibly and collaboratively to find the best way of working for you, while also using scientific evidence to guide my practice.
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Joanne Hogan Counselling
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Glasgow G66
I specialise in relational traumatic experience, childhood stemming issues.
Are you feeling that things have recently become too much or that you keep having the same issues with relationships coming up again and again? Or are you finding you're just struggling to make any decisions, are you feeling exhausted all the time? Or maybe your Doctor has suggested counselling before, and you have dismissed the idea? Now feels like a time you are looking to talk to someone? Taking the step to contact me, either via email or call to arrange a fee-free short consultation, may be the best thing you do for yourself today.
I specialise in relational traumatic experience, childhood stemming issues.
Are you feeling that things have recently become too much or that you keep having the same issues with relationships coming up again and again? Or are you finding you're just struggling to make any decisions, are you feeling exhausted all the time? Or maybe your Doctor has suggested counselling before, and you have dismissed the idea? Now feels like a time you are looking to talk to someone? Taking the step to contact me, either via email or call to arrange a fee-free short consultation, may be the best thing you do for yourself today.
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FAQ - About Child Therapy
When does a child need to see a therapist?
Children naturally experience emotional ups and downs. Sometimes, though, they need support from a professional. A child may benefit from therapy if their emotions or behaviours change significantly within a short period of time. For example, if a child usually spends time with friends after school but begins isolating in their room, further inquiry is warranted. Other areas for concern include altered sleep patterns, lack of appetite, intense anger, irritability, or hopelessness, or developmental regression in young children (bedwetting, thumb-sucking).

What can a child therapist help with?
A therapist can help with any difficult experience a child may encounter growing up, including learning problems or anxiety related to school, relationship challenges with friends or parents, bullying, intense emotions or phobias, divorce and family dynamics, or the death of a pet or loved one. A therapist can help children process their experience and develop coping skills in an age-appropriate way

What therapy types are most suitable for children?
Children can benefit from different forms of therapy, including family therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and exposure therapy, depending on their condition. Play therapy is a great option for younger children who may not be able to fully articulate their feelings. In this approach, kids play with toys and games while a therapist observes and helps the child express their emotions and develop coping skills.

Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.

How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.