Depression Counselling in Lochgilphead
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Sue Reid
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Counselling is a safe place for you to stop, take stock and explore the parts of your life that you are finding difficult. It is a time for you to use for whatever you decide, and always without pressure or judgement. I have particular experience in working with trauma and sexual abuse, but you can use counselling for all sorts of issues, for example self-esteem, stress,
depression
, anxiety, bereavement, relationships, suicidal thoughts, harassment at work, identity issues, breakup, or decision-making. Dealing with ‘unwanted habits’ of whatever kind can be a large part of counselling.

Fiona McClean
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I'm a HCPC registered clinical psychologist, accredited EMDR practitioner and am Level 1 IFS (Internal Family Systems) trained. My career spans over 2 decades in both the NHS and independent sector. My main focus is on helping people heal from childhood trauma and become their best selves. I have a particular interest in working with neurodivergent individuals, who have often experienced more than their fair share of these. Although my main modalities are EMDR and IFS, my broad training enables me to work flexibly by drawing upon the best psychological theory and models for your circumstances and personality.

Lynn Christine Johnstone
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have a passion for working with people and assisting them to work through ongoing issues so that they can for-fill their full potential and live their best life. Attachment is at the core of all of my work, looking at how attachment styles influence a persons way of being. Attachment relates to all aspects of who we are, how we develop and how we form and interact in relationships. Gaining an understanding of attachment, raising awareness of why we behave in certain ways and react to specific situations can help us change and stop repeating negative behaviours & patterns.
Lochgilphead PA31
& Online

Alison Litster - Therapy With Alison
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Changing anything starts with the decision to try! Ask yourself what you want from therapy. Do you need to discuss your thoughts? Do you need to discuss how you're feeling? Do you feel stuck with these issues? Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is one way to effectively address this. Support is key here & working with me in CBT can aid change! You have to challenge to change and putting your trust in an experienced CBT Therapist is the first step to change & I assure you of a confidential & professional ear at all times. Work out what you want and need and go for it, get the help...you have everything to gain by putting yourself first!
Online Therapists

Cary Taylor
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Verified
Verified
So if it's anxiety or
depression
, stress or bereavement, or you just feel that something's not quite right but you can't put your finger on it, why not give Counselling a try.
Hi, I am a person-centred trained qualified counsellor. I believe in giving my clients a warm, inviting and safe space in which you can bring any issues you choose to explore. I am not going to tell you how to live your life or judge you, but help you find a balance that works best for you through exploration of the issues you bring to each session. I have a lot of life and client experience that enables me to understand and fully empathise with many situations. Many people need help with coping with life at some point.

Dr Jenn Cooper
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified
Verified
As a psychologist, I work with individuals on a range of difficulties including
depression
, anxiety, stress, self harm, relationship difficulties and more. I utilise a variety of the therapeutic approaches to deliver psychological interventions that are tailored to your individual needs. I strive to work collaboratively with my clients to identify difficulties and goals for change. The therapeutic relationship is core to my practice and my first goal is to provide clients with a safe space in which they can develop trust with me to explore their difficulties.

Rebecca Connelly Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I work with people to help them make sense of their emotions and process their experiences through therapy. I work with people who have had challenging childhoods, family relationships and work lives, or have experienced abuse and trauma. My work includes deeply understanding life changing experiences of loss, bereavement, anxiety and
depression
. I also work with people who feel that they might need counselling but are unsure about the causes and maintenances of their feelings and behaviours. Life is varied and complex- your reasons for coming to counselling might be too.

Heartsease Consultancy
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have worked with clients of all ages, for many years, in supporting them through personal crises and various traumatic experiences in life. Heartsease Consultancy encourages clients to build coping strategies for their symptoms as well as support them to unpeel layers of life experiences and identify unhelpful beliefs in order to reach the root cause of issues. Experience includes working with a wide variety of presenting issues such as anxiety and anxiety related disorders (panic, OCD, phobias, etc),
depression
, childhood trauma, addiction, grief/ loss, abuse, bullying, low self esteem, relationship difficulties and more.

Aine Gannon Chartered Psychologist Cpsychol
Psychologist, MA, CPsychol
Verified
Verified
I am a Specialist Chartered Psychologist, a member of the British Psychological Society and registered with HCPC. I've worked in the NHS for the past 20 years in the area of Mental Health. I use an integrative approach drawing from a number of therapeutic approaches to help meet each clients individual needs. I provide a safe, healing and confidential space to help clients connect with their feelings and explore and gain an understanding of their difficulties. I have extensive experience working with a wide range of Clinical Presentations including, trauma,
depression
, anxiety, bereavement, self-esteem and relationship difficulties.

Fiona McCarthy Cbt Therapist
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
If you are having difficulty coping at present or experiencing problems with your mental health, it may be helpful for you to discuss these with a trained therapist. I will work collaboratively with you to identify and work towards goals for recovery within a safe and supportive environment. I am skilled in treating anxiety disorders including OCD, social anxiety, panic disorder, specific phobias as well as
depression
, low self esteem, stress and sleep disturbance.

Carey Campbell
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
People come to be because of my experience working with feelings of sadness,
depression
, anxiety, emotional distress, domestic abuse and relationship difficulties.
I am one half of Different Therapy; distinct, individual, diverse - we celebrate the difference in our clients. My passion for counselling comes from a time when I benefited from the support of a wonderful counsellor as I struggled to make sense of situations in my personal life. Childhood family issues have a way of coming back on us as we move through adult life. I will offer you a safe space to explore whatever it is that brings you to counselling. I will meet you where you are now and go with you on your journey. I will help you reach your goals, feel better within yourself and learn to love all of your parts.

Clare Power
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I myself suffered
depression
and anxiety so I know how it feels to be in that dark place.
Hi my name is Clare Power. Firstly I would like to thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I’m a qualified counsellor and work as a integrative counsellor methods i use is psychodynamic and CBT, together we will work with whichever method suits your needs. I’m a registered member of the BACP and work in accordance to its ethical framework.

Carole Mason
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Hello and welcome to my profile. You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious,
depressed
, you may have hit a difficult phase in your life because of a past trauma, or maybe you would just like someone to talk to. At some point in our lives, we all struggle with our feelings, which can be especially difficult to cope with or even to understand. I offer a private, comfortable and relaxed space where you can have a regular time and safe place to talk through your challenges and learn new ways of coping, which can enable you to work through the feelings that are troubling you.

Arran Southall (Desktop Counselling)
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Are you tired of feeling anxious?
Depressed
? Struggling with a difficult situation? Therapy is an investment in yourself. Being unconditionally accepted in a reliable and judgment-free therapeutic relationship can enable great change in your life. It would be my privilege to support you in whatever challenge you are facing.
Paisley PA1
& Online

Eva Kennedy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
If you are struggling with self-esteem issues, or
depression
and anxiety, or if you have been the victim of abuse, from a parent, a partner, or anyone else, I can help you to regain the inner strength and confidence to handle life so much better. We will work on how you can move forward, in your own strength, and achieve the peace and enthusiasm for life that you deserve. If you struggle with the after effects of a traumatic event/events in your past, you will find that you can begin to leave that all behind and become the person you were always meant to be.

Jade Officer
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Hello and thank you for visiting my page. I am a qualified Counsellor and Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with a deep-rooted passion and desire to help others lead a happy and fulfilled life, I believe we all deserve that. I have extensive experience in treating a wide range of conditions including Anxiety;
Depression
; Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder; Eating Disorders and Bereavement. I also have experience supporting people to develop and strengthen their social skills such as, self-esteem, confidence and assertiveness which can often lead to new opportunities and life choices.

Andrea Gallagher-Cowley
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have over 10 years experience working with people with mental health and emotional difficulties including low mood and
depression
, anxiety, OCD, trauma, bereavement, addiction issues and adjustment to life events.
I am Dr Andrea Gallagher-Cowley, a highly experienced Clinical Psychologist and member of The Beacon Practice. I'm passionate about working with young people, families and adults presenting with psychological distress. I help clients understand their difficulties and make changes to improve their mental health, wellbeing and relationships. I believe that compassion and kindness are key for a person to heal emotionally and make progress to reach their goals. I provide a non-judgemental space for clients to feel listened to and understood.
Glasgow G46
& Online

Vicki Creanor
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
Before completing my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, I completed a Masters in Psychological Therapy, focussing on treating adults with problems such as anxiety,
depression
& sleep disorders using a CBT framework.
Within my practice, it is imperative that all clients are aware that therapy is taken at their individual pace. Following a thorough assessment, I help clients understand their current difficulties by building a narrative of what past events have contributed to the current problem and what may be maintaining it. From this, we collaboratively create an individual treatment plan that targets the presenting problem/s using the most relevant therapeutic approach available.

Fiwasade Onifade
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I work in the areas of abuse, relationship issues, anxiety,
depression
, stress, major life change trauma, intergenerational trauma, terminal illness, loss, bereavement, spirituality, work related issues, cultural issues, addictions, sexuality, HIV/AIDS.
At times issues and difficulties in your life might be causing you to feel unfulfilled or distressed, or even just a sense of unhappiness within you. Counselling is a process of talking about these issues and working through them confidentially with a Counsellor. Counselling also helps you address your problems in a positive way, enabling you to clarify these issues, explore options, develop strategies and increase self-awareness. I will offer you a confidential time and space to explore all of these in a very supportive way. I aim to work with you in a way which offers understanding, support and enables you have new perspectives.

Cathie Hutchison
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
I have worked with individuals and couples bringing a varied range of issues from relationship breakdowns, anxiety, stress,
depression
, childhood emotional neglect, childhood abuse, confidence and self esteem issues, life transitions, bereavement, chronic ill health. I get deep satisfaction watching clients work through their issues and develop new coping strategies and tools. I love to see them leave at the end of the work smiling and content. Some even say that getting there is fun as well as satisfying. Let's get to work getting you what you want!
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Depression Counsellors
Depressive disorders are characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and worthlessness and a lack of desire to engage in formerly pleasurable activities. Depression is not a passing blue mood, which almost everyone experiences from time to time, but a complex mind/body illness that interferes with everyday functioning. It not only darkens one's outlook, it is commonly marked by sleep problems and changes in energy levels and appetite. It alters the structure and function of nerve cells so that it disrupts the way the brain processes information and interprets experience.
Despite feelings of hopelessness and worthlessness, depression is a treatable condition. It can be treated with psychotherapy. As with many illnesses, the earlier treatment begins, the more effective it can be and the greater the likelihood that recurrence can be prevented.
Psychotherapy addresses the thinking patterns that precipitate depression, and studies show that it prevents recurrence. Drug therapy is often helpful in relieving symptoms, such as severe anxiety, so that people can engage in meaningful psychotherapy.
Despite feelings of hopelessness and worthlessness, depression is a treatable condition. It can be treated with psychotherapy. As with many illnesses, the earlier treatment begins, the more effective it can be and the greater the likelihood that recurrence can be prevented.
Psychotherapy addresses the thinking patterns that precipitate depression, and studies show that it prevents recurrence. Drug therapy is often helpful in relieving symptoms, such as severe anxiety, so that people can engage in meaningful psychotherapy.