Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Counselling in Glasgow

Additionally, I have also undertaken training in mindfulness and mentalization.
I work with people experiencing a wide range of mental health problems which are creating difficulties in their lives. These include different types of anxiety, low or fluctuating mood, worry and rumination, stress, complex grief, problems in relationships with others and issues resulting from historic (complex) or more recent traumatic experiences. Focus is given to understanding the nature and origins of problems and how change can occur.
I offer both face to face and online sessions.
Additionally, I have also undertaken training in mindfulness and mentalization.
I work with people experiencing a wide range of mental health problems which are creating difficulties in their lives. These include different types of anxiety, low or fluctuating mood, worry and rumination, stress, complex grief, problems in relationships with others and issues resulting from historic (complex) or more recent traumatic experiences. Focus is given to understanding the nature and origins of problems and how change can occur.
I offer both face to face and online sessions.

Mindfulness by working with the mind body connection.
You can feel very alone when you are experiencing difficulties and uncertainty in your life, when your thoughts and emotions overwhelm you and a way forward feels hard to see. Counselling can provide a safe, confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and emotions, to help you better understand what you are feeling, allowing you the knowledge to find greater self awareness and safety within yourself. This provides you opportunities to have the space and choice in your life to find your own way forward to facilitate your potential for change, growth and personal fulfilment to create lasting positive changes in your life.
Mindfulness by working with the mind body connection.
You can feel very alone when you are experiencing difficulties and uncertainty in your life, when your thoughts and emotions overwhelm you and a way forward feels hard to see. Counselling can provide a safe, confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and emotions, to help you better understand what you are feeling, allowing you the knowledge to find greater self awareness and safety within yourself. This provides you opportunities to have the space and choice in your life to find your own way forward to facilitate your potential for change, growth and personal fulfilment to create lasting positive changes in your life.

Sisto Counselling & Psychotherapy Services
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glasgow G2
We employ Mindfulness, Core Belief & Schema Change, Compassion-Focused Therapy etc.
It’s normal, at some point, to get stuck, or to struggle facing life's challenges. Sometimes we know exactly what’s wrong but at other times we might just have a nagging sense that something isn’t quite right. Therapy can help by supporting you to explore the roots of your distress, understand more clearly what’s keeping you stuck, and create new ways to think about yourself and your relationship roles and patterns. By uncovering the obstacles holding you back, you can learn to problem-solve, make better choices, practise healthier coping strategies, and turn your goals into realities to find a greater sense of peace and fulfilment.
We employ Mindfulness, Core Belief & Schema Change, Compassion-Focused Therapy etc.
It’s normal, at some point, to get stuck, or to struggle facing life's challenges. Sometimes we know exactly what’s wrong but at other times we might just have a nagging sense that something isn’t quite right. Therapy can help by supporting you to explore the roots of your distress, understand more clearly what’s keeping you stuck, and create new ways to think about yourself and your relationship roles and patterns. By uncovering the obstacles holding you back, you can learn to problem-solve, make better choices, practise healthier coping strategies, and turn your goals into realities to find a greater sense of peace and fulfilment.

I use evidence-based psychological therapies such as CBT, Compassion-focussed therapy, ACT, EMDR, and Mindfulness-based therapy to work on these areas.
Dr Jonell Smith is an experienced Chartered Counselling Psychologist, a BPS RAPPS registered clinical supervisor and has a special interest in ADHD, trauma including PTSD, chronic pain and gastrointestinal disorders. With a warm and welcoming style, she ensures a comfortable pace for your therapy journey, helping you explore, build skills, and manage challenges. Please note, the office operates online and by appointment only. Dr Jonell Smith does not provide out of hours or crisis support services.
I use evidence-based psychological therapies such as CBT, Compassion-focussed therapy, ACT, EMDR, and Mindfulness-based therapy to work on these areas.
Dr Jonell Smith is an experienced Chartered Counselling Psychologist, a BPS RAPPS registered clinical supervisor and has a special interest in ADHD, trauma including PTSD, chronic pain and gastrointestinal disorders. With a warm and welcoming style, she ensures a comfortable pace for your therapy journey, helping you explore, build skills, and manage challenges. Please note, the office operates online and by appointment only. Dr Jonell Smith does not provide out of hours or crisis support services.

I have a background in mindfulness and find that this calming approach works well within therapy.
I am a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist based in the Glasgow area. I offer sessions using a collaborative approach in a confidential, compassionate environment to support you through a difficult time in your life. CBT is a talking therapy that uses a range of methods, including psycho-education, to increase your awareness of the issue and to develop the skills to change your thinking and behaviour, enabling real life changes. I believe that working together is the key to success and throughout our journey we will focus on your goals and aspirations in order to find solutions that will enable you to move forward.
I have a background in mindfulness and find that this calming approach works well within therapy.
I am a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist based in the Glasgow area. I offer sessions using a collaborative approach in a confidential, compassionate environment to support you through a difficult time in your life. CBT is a talking therapy that uses a range of methods, including psycho-education, to increase your awareness of the issue and to develop the skills to change your thinking and behaviour, enabling real life changes. I believe that working together is the key to success and throughout our journey we will focus on your goals and aspirations in order to find solutions that will enable you to move forward.

I may use some mindfulness as part of my approach but your needs are key to the work.
How will you feel when you come to therapy? Nervous, anxious or scared probably. These feelings are natural but I provide a safe space where you can be your authentic self and feel heard during the difficult times.
I won't 'fix' you but you will leave our sessions feeling different because of the work we do together.
I have worked on myself over the years and this means that I too am able to being my authentic self.
I won't use jargon ot try to be the expert. The sessions are yours and I will work with you to reach your goals and enriches your life.
I may use some mindfulness as part of my approach but your needs are key to the work.
How will you feel when you come to therapy? Nervous, anxious or scared probably. These feelings are natural but I provide a safe space where you can be your authentic self and feel heard during the difficult times.
I won't 'fix' you but you will leave our sessions feeling different because of the work we do together.
I have worked on myself over the years and this means that I too am able to being my authentic self.
I won't use jargon ot try to be the expert. The sessions are yours and I will work with you to reach your goals and enriches your life.

Using CBT, Mindfulness, Compassion Focussed Therapy, Hypnotherapy for Stress Management, amongst other therapies, I can help with issues such as Loss & Bereavement, Suicide Ideation, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Phobias, Motivation, Assertiveness, Self Esteem issues & many more areas.
Hi, my main therapy offered is CBT, integrated with a variety of different therapies to suit individual requirements. Together we can work to create positive changes in your life slowing you to cope better with emotions and negative issues as they arise. A warm & friendly welcome for each client. I can help you set goals to create positive changes. I offer professional advice, confidential sessions, in a non judgemental environment.
Using CBT, Mindfulness, Compassion Focussed Therapy, Hypnotherapy for Stress Management, amongst other therapies, I can help with issues such as Loss & Bereavement, Suicide Ideation, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Phobias, Motivation, Assertiveness, Self Esteem issues & many more areas.
Hi, my main therapy offered is CBT, integrated with a variety of different therapies to suit individual requirements. Together we can work to create positive changes in your life slowing you to cope better with emotions and negative issues as they arise. A warm & friendly welcome for each client. I can help you set goals to create positive changes. I offer professional advice, confidential sessions, in a non judgemental environment.

I use a mixture of acceptance & commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness and compassion focused therapy (CFT) alongside traditional CBT methods to help get you to where you want to be in life.
Do you feel overwhelmed or anxious? Is it all getting too much at times? Do you feel stuck but don’t know how to change? It can help to have someone impartial to talk to who can help you through difficult times and give you some space to deal with whatever is causing your distress. This is where therapy can help. I believe people seek therapy because they want to make a change in their lives. This can be scary, but having felt overwhelmed and anxious at times myself, I hope to be able to offer a supportive, calm, safe environment for you to explore your issues and work towards the best solution for you.
I use a mixture of acceptance & commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness and compassion focused therapy (CFT) alongside traditional CBT methods to help get you to where you want to be in life.
Do you feel overwhelmed or anxious? Is it all getting too much at times? Do you feel stuck but don’t know how to change? It can help to have someone impartial to talk to who can help you through difficult times and give you some space to deal with whatever is causing your distress. This is where therapy can help. I believe people seek therapy because they want to make a change in their lives. This can be scary, but having felt overwhelmed and anxious at times myself, I hope to be able to offer a supportive, calm, safe environment for you to explore your issues and work towards the best solution for you.

I am also a qualified coach and mindfulness practitioner.
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.
I am also a qualified coach and mindfulness practitioner.
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.

Dr Louise Legg
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Glasgow G2
Waitlist for new clients
My main training is in Schema Therapy, CBT, EMDR and Person-Centred Therapy, but I also use techniques from other methods like DBT, Mindfulness-CBT, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
Are you dealing with challenges like depression, anxiety, stress, long term health conditions, neurodiversity related issues or relationship issues? Are you looking for a strong, trust-based therapeutic relationship where you feel safe and understood? Are you looking for a non-judgmental, supportive, and genuinely caring therapist to work together to figure out what is going on and to set goals? Alternatively, are you looking for career mentoring or support with personal development or significant life changes from an experienced therapist who has 25 years of experience working in finance and living overseas?
My main training is in Schema Therapy, CBT, EMDR and Person-Centred Therapy, but I also use techniques from other methods like DBT, Mindfulness-CBT, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
Are you dealing with challenges like depression, anxiety, stress, long term health conditions, neurodiversity related issues or relationship issues? Are you looking for a strong, trust-based therapeutic relationship where you feel safe and understood? Are you looking for a non-judgmental, supportive, and genuinely caring therapist to work together to figure out what is going on and to set goals? Alternatively, are you looking for career mentoring or support with personal development or significant life changes from an experienced therapist who has 25 years of experience working in finance and living overseas?

I offer an holisitc approach which supports mindfulness alongside counselling and/or coaching techniques.
Hello and thank you for connecting with me. Are you fed up feeling fed up? I completely understand and am here to help. I support women who have issues with confidence and self-esteem. This may be because of challenging personal relationships, family issues, trauma, domestic or childhood abuse or just the many challenges life brings. Sometimes, we may be unsure why we feel the way we do, but have a strong sense that things could be brighter. Peeling back the layers of our lives takes great courage, but change is possible, indeed inevitable, when we take that leap of faith.
I offer an holisitc approach which supports mindfulness alongside counselling and/or coaching techniques.
Hello and thank you for connecting with me. Are you fed up feeling fed up? I completely understand and am here to help. I support women who have issues with confidence and self-esteem. This may be because of challenging personal relationships, family issues, trauma, domestic or childhood abuse or just the many challenges life brings. Sometimes, we may be unsure why we feel the way we do, but have a strong sense that things could be brighter. Peeling back the layers of our lives takes great courage, but change is possible, indeed inevitable, when we take that leap of faith.
Meet Our Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Counsellors

We can develop coping strategies: Learn practical techniques like mindfulness, to manage stress and build resilience.
Feeling Overwhelmed? Let's Talk. Life can be full of unexpected twists and turns, leaving us feeling lost, anxious, or simply unsure of how to navigate challenging times. Whether you're dealing with a significant loss, relationship difficulties, or a personal crisis, you're not alone. In our sessions, we'll work together to: Understand your unique experiences: Explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours to gain a deeper understanding of yourself. Identify your goals: Discover what's truly important to you and create a personalised plan for moving forward.
We can develop coping strategies: Learn practical techniques like mindfulness, to manage stress and build resilience.
Feeling Overwhelmed? Let's Talk. Life can be full of unexpected twists and turns, leaving us feeling lost, anxious, or simply unsure of how to navigate challenging times. Whether you're dealing with a significant loss, relationship difficulties, or a personal crisis, you're not alone. In our sessions, we'll work together to: Understand your unique experiences: Explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours to gain a deeper understanding of yourself. Identify your goals: Discover what's truly important to you and create a personalised plan for moving forward.

As a counselling psychologist I offer a range of therapies including CBT, person centred therapy and mindfulness-based approaches.
I like clients to feel a real sense of being in control of where therapy is going and a practical sense of what is achievable for them.
As a counselling psychologist I offer a range of therapies including CBT, person centred therapy and mindfulness-based approaches.
I like clients to feel a real sense of being in control of where therapy is going and a practical sense of what is achievable for them.

I use mindfulness techniques and creative expression to provide a comprehensive and validating experience.
Perhaps you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck in the same cycle of anxiety or depression, or you’ve experienced trauma that continues to affect your life in ways you wish you could change. You may be looking for someone who truly listens, a place where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. Whether you’re facing emotional pain, past trauma, relationship issues, or struggling with a general sense of unease, I am here to help you on your journey toward healing and personal growth. I often work with individuals who feel stuck or conflicted, whether it’s in their emotions, relationships, or life decisions.
I use mindfulness techniques and creative expression to provide a comprehensive and validating experience.
Perhaps you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck in the same cycle of anxiety or depression, or you’ve experienced trauma that continues to affect your life in ways you wish you could change. You may be looking for someone who truly listens, a place where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. Whether you’re facing emotional pain, past trauma, relationship issues, or struggling with a general sense of unease, I am here to help you on your journey toward healing and personal growth. I often work with individuals who feel stuck or conflicted, whether it’s in their emotions, relationships, or life decisions.

I am qualified to offer the following therapeutic approaches: Creative Approaches in Counselling, Person-Centred, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Mindfulness and Compassion Focused Therapies.
Firstly, I would like to say to you “thank you” for visiting my counselling profile and “well done” for reaching out for support. I know how difficult it can be to seek help when feeling anxious, low, or stuck, but hopefully this can be the first step on your journey towards feeling better! I realise that many people seek counselling sessions to talk to someone in a safe environment and may not have specific goals for counselling from the outset. Just talking about anything that is distressing you and having an active listener who can offer new perspectives can help you feel so much better.
I am qualified to offer the following therapeutic approaches: Creative Approaches in Counselling, Person-Centred, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Mindfulness and Compassion Focused Therapies.
Firstly, I would like to say to you “thank you” for visiting my counselling profile and “well done” for reaching out for support. I know how difficult it can be to seek help when feeling anxious, low, or stuck, but hopefully this can be the first step on your journey towards feeling better! I realise that many people seek counselling sessions to talk to someone in a safe environment and may not have specific goals for counselling from the outset. Just talking about anything that is distressing you and having an active listener who can offer new perspectives can help you feel so much better.

I have training in Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness Based therapy.
I am an experienced psychotherapist with over seventeen years experience of working with adults with a wide range of issues and problems. The therapeutic relationship is the most important process in helping each and every individual client make the changes they wish to achieve when working with me. Every person is unique and I will tailor my approach to help every client achieve their goals. I have extensive training to Post Graduate Masters level. I am an Accredited Practitioner. I have a sincere willingness to help every client make a success of their therapy journey.
I have training in Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness Based therapy.
I am an experienced psychotherapist with over seventeen years experience of working with adults with a wide range of issues and problems. The therapeutic relationship is the most important process in helping each and every individual client make the changes they wish to achieve when working with me. Every person is unique and I will tailor my approach to help every client achieve their goals. I have extensive training to Post Graduate Masters level. I am an Accredited Practitioner. I have a sincere willingness to help every client make a success of their therapy journey.

These are complemented by further training which includes Schema Therapy, Emotion-Focussed Therapy and approaches rooted in mindfulness and (self-) compassion.
Hello and welcome. If you are reading this, you are likely feeling in a stuck, difficult or distressing place in your life. We all bring a unique history and mind-set to the life difficulties we encounter. These will have given us strengths to help manage problems, but sometimes we need to discover new ways we might feel, think or act. I think of my specialism as 'stuckness' - whether in emotions, relationships or unhelpful behaviours - which is often expressed in terms such as: anxiety, depression, stress, fear, trauma, low self-esteem, sleep problems, bulimia and binge eating, adjustment to loss, illness & major life changes.
These are complemented by further training which includes Schema Therapy, Emotion-Focussed Therapy and approaches rooted in mindfulness and (self-) compassion.
Hello and welcome. If you are reading this, you are likely feeling in a stuck, difficult or distressing place in your life. We all bring a unique history and mind-set to the life difficulties we encounter. These will have given us strengths to help manage problems, but sometimes we need to discover new ways we might feel, think or act. I think of my specialism as 'stuckness' - whether in emotions, relationships or unhelpful behaviours - which is often expressed in terms such as: anxiety, depression, stress, fear, trauma, low self-esteem, sleep problems, bulimia and binge eating, adjustment to loss, illness & major life changes.

My main approaches include CBT, Compassion Focused Therapy, Schema Therapy and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy while I also draw from approaches like ACT and DBT.
I’m Peter, a Senior Principal Clinical Psychologist registered with the HCPC. This life can be hard and many of us reach points where something has to give. We might find ourselves stuck in the past, struggling with the present or hopeless about our future. I have over ten years of experience completing therapy with adults with all kinds of difficulties including Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Emotional Dysregulation, Psychosis, PTSD, Eating Disorder, Pain, Low Self-Esteem, Interpersonal Difficulties, Burn-Out and Bereavement. I am passionate about helping people make sense of whatever is painful and find ways to live fuller lives.
My main approaches include CBT, Compassion Focused Therapy, Schema Therapy and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy while I also draw from approaches like ACT and DBT.
I’m Peter, a Senior Principal Clinical Psychologist registered with the HCPC. This life can be hard and many of us reach points where something has to give. We might find ourselves stuck in the past, struggling with the present or hopeless about our future. I have over ten years of experience completing therapy with adults with all kinds of difficulties including Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Emotional Dysregulation, Psychosis, PTSD, Eating Disorder, Pain, Low Self-Esteem, Interpersonal Difficulties, Burn-Out and Bereavement. I am passionate about helping people make sense of whatever is painful and find ways to live fuller lives.

My approach is person centred with elements of mindfulness, often focusing on our emotions in the present moment, which I've found to be particularly helpful for depression and anxiety.
Welcome! I offer online, phone, and in person sessions in Glasgow city centre. I work with individuals with a broad range of challenges including depression, anxiety disorders, stress, bereavement and loss, life's transitions, and addiction/compulsive behaviours. Perhaps you feel stuck in repeating patterns of behaviour or thinking that feel in conflict with how you wish to be with yourself, and in your relationships. Perhaps life events have become overwhelming. I work with clients authentically and with gentle curiosity, I include my own rich journey with self-acceptance and the belief that we can all change and heal.
My approach is person centred with elements of mindfulness, often focusing on our emotions in the present moment, which I've found to be particularly helpful for depression and anxiety.
Welcome! I offer online, phone, and in person sessions in Glasgow city centre. I work with individuals with a broad range of challenges including depression, anxiety disorders, stress, bereavement and loss, life's transitions, and addiction/compulsive behaviours. Perhaps you feel stuck in repeating patterns of behaviour or thinking that feel in conflict with how you wish to be with yourself, and in your relationships. Perhaps life events have become overwhelming. I work with clients authentically and with gentle curiosity, I include my own rich journey with self-acceptance and the belief that we can all change and heal.

I also can work creatively if you feel this would be appropriate and can use creative techniques and mindfulness to ease anxiety or simply explain why you feel a certain way.
As a therapist working in the NHS and in private practice, I specialise in addiction, LGBTQIA+ , male mental health and relationship issues. I believe that therapy should be tailored specially for your individual needs - whether anxiety, depression, self esteem or PTSD - and I provide a relaxed, safe space where you can feel free to share confidentially and without judgement. It can feel daunting sharing your problems, sometimes for the first time and it is important that you are in charge I like to work in a collaborative way, helping you learn more about yourself, your issues and developing strategies to manage them.
I also can work creatively if you feel this would be appropriate and can use creative techniques and mindfulness to ease anxiety or simply explain why you feel a certain way.
As a therapist working in the NHS and in private practice, I specialise in addiction, LGBTQIA+ , male mental health and relationship issues. I believe that therapy should be tailored specially for your individual needs - whether anxiety, depression, self esteem or PTSD - and I provide a relaxed, safe space where you can feel free to share confidentially and without judgement. It can feel daunting sharing your problems, sometimes for the first time and it is important that you are in charge I like to work in a collaborative way, helping you learn more about yourself, your issues and developing strategies to manage them.
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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Counsellors
How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.
When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behaviour through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviours and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.
Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioural habits.