Depression Counselling in Midlothian
I also have experience of running depression, stress management and anxiety groups.
Anxiety, stress and low mood can leave us feeling overwhelmed and difficult to know how to manage this both in our personal and professional lives. Talking to a therapist can be quite daunting. However, I truly believe talking through a problem can really help. I can help you to identify and understand issues you are struggling with and together we can come up with a plan on how to help you overcome these.
I have vast experience in mental health and some of my most recent work has been working through work related dress, neurodiversity, social anxiety and gender dysphoria.
I also have experience of running depression, stress management and anxiety groups.
Anxiety, stress and low mood can leave us feeling overwhelmed and difficult to know how to manage this both in our personal and professional lives. Talking to a therapist can be quite daunting. However, I truly believe talking through a problem can really help. I can help you to identify and understand issues you are struggling with and together we can come up with a plan on how to help you overcome these.
I have vast experience in mental health and some of my most recent work has been working through work related dress, neurodiversity, social anxiety and gender dysphoria.
You can lift depression, ease your anxiety and overcome other problems that can affect your mental wellbeing.
In our bustling lives, where responsibilities, deadlines, and expectations of career, relationships, and personal growth pull at our every moment, it feels like navigating stormy seas and it's easy to lose sight of yourself amidst the turbulence. Finding a sanctuary for our wellbeing is vital. Imagine a place that's always safe and secure, a haven from the stresses and worries of your everyday life. My speciality is using Transactional Analysis (TA), a form of social psychology that helps you understand your personality, how you interact with others and how past life events could be affecting your here-and-now experience.
You can lift depression, ease your anxiety and overcome other problems that can affect your mental wellbeing.
In our bustling lives, where responsibilities, deadlines, and expectations of career, relationships, and personal growth pull at our every moment, it feels like navigating stormy seas and it's easy to lose sight of yourself amidst the turbulence. Finding a sanctuary for our wellbeing is vital. Imagine a place that's always safe and secure, a haven from the stresses and worries of your everyday life. My speciality is using Transactional Analysis (TA), a form of social psychology that helps you understand your personality, how you interact with others and how past life events could be affecting your here-and-now experience.
I can help in areas such as addiction,anxiety, depression, eating disorders, OCD, panic attack, personality disorder, PTSD, and self-esteem.
Bu Therapy works with YOU. You are, after all, the expert with what is going on in your life today. Together we will work on areas that might be affecting your life and what you would like to change. CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy) looks at the present rather than the past and identifies negative or maladaptive thinking styles that make you see things differently and out of focus. I will work with you in a collaborative manner so we can correct this “blurred view” of life and bring clarity, focus, and direction back into your life, and “together we can come out of the darkness and into the light".
I can help in areas such as addiction,anxiety, depression, eating disorders, OCD, panic attack, personality disorder, PTSD, and self-esteem.
Bu Therapy works with YOU. You are, after all, the expert with what is going on in your life today. Together we will work on areas that might be affecting your life and what you would like to change. CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy) looks at the present rather than the past and identifies negative or maladaptive thinking styles that make you see things differently and out of focus. I will work with you in a collaborative manner so we can correct this “blurred view” of life and bring clarity, focus, and direction back into your life, and “together we can come out of the darkness and into the light".
You may be feeling low, anxious or depressed.
I bring a wealth of knowledge to my counselling practice. For the past 13 years, I had been working within the NHS. My experience has been gained by working within multiple supporting roles. I currently work with an organisation seeing clients suffering with many addictions , as well as running a small Private Practice in the centre of Edinburgh.
You may be feeling low, anxious or depressed.
I bring a wealth of knowledge to my counselling practice. For the past 13 years, I had been working within the NHS. My experience has been gained by working within multiple supporting roles. I currently work with an organisation seeing clients suffering with many addictions , as well as running a small Private Practice in the centre of Edinburgh.
Whether you're dealing with a diagnosed mental health condition, like anxiety or depression, or you're struggling with more general mental health issues, like low self esteem, therapy can provide you with the tools you need to overcome your difficulties.
I know that taking the first step towards seeking therapy can be daunting. I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) as my main therapeutic technique. However, I also like to integrate a person-centred and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) approach to create a warm, empathetic, and safe space for you to explore and work through your difficulties.
Whether you're dealing with a diagnosed mental health condition, like anxiety or depression, or you're struggling with more general mental health issues, like low self esteem, therapy can provide you with the tools you need to overcome your difficulties.
I know that taking the first step towards seeking therapy can be daunting. I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) as my main therapeutic technique. However, I also like to integrate a person-centred and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) approach to create a warm, empathetic, and safe space for you to explore and work through your difficulties.
I work with adults and young people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, stress, social anxiety, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
I specialise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and EMDR. I offer evidence-based treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and low self-esteem. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your individual needs, providing a safe and confidential space to explore concerns, strengthen emotional wellbeing, and work towards your personal goals.
I work with adults and young people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, stress, social anxiety, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
I specialise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and EMDR. I offer evidence-based treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and low self-esteem. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your individual needs, providing a safe and confidential space to explore concerns, strengthen emotional wellbeing, and work towards your personal goals.
You may be feeling stuck in patterns that keep repeating despite your best efforts. Perhaps you find yourself overthinking, taking too much responsibility, feeling “not good enough” or emotionally disconnected. Anxiety, low mood or the impact of past experiences may be leaving you exhausted and unsure of who you are beneath these patterns. You may want more than just coping — you want to understand where these patterns come from and how to move towards a more grounded, confident and authentic way of being.
You may be feeling stuck in patterns that keep repeating despite your best efforts. Perhaps you find yourself overthinking, taking too much responsibility, feeling “not good enough” or emotionally disconnected. Anxiety, low mood or the impact of past experiences may be leaving you exhausted and unsure of who you are beneath these patterns. You may want more than just coping — you want to understand where these patterns come from and how to move towards a more grounded, confident and authentic way of being.
Do you feel locked into thinking styles which are starting to dominate your life such as anxiety or depression and don't know what to do?
Many people struggle with addictions, with such things as alcohol, cocaine, or even sex addiction which is increasing as the internet expands. I will work with you at your own pace to help you recover and move on. I use C.B.T as my core therapy, which is underpinned by 26 years of direct experience in helping people recover from addiction problems.
Do you feel locked into thinking styles which are starting to dominate your life such as anxiety or depression and don't know what to do?
Many people struggle with addictions, with such things as alcohol, cocaine, or even sex addiction which is increasing as the internet expands. I will work with you at your own pace to help you recover and move on. I use C.B.T as my core therapy, which is underpinned by 26 years of direct experience in helping people recover from addiction problems.
I’d like to begin by welcoming you and acknowledging the step it takes to begin therapy, especially if you have spent much of your life feeling “not good enough,” “too much,” or as though you don’t quite belong. I am a qualified Counsellor working primarily with anxiety and trauma, and I often support people who carry deep-rooted feelings of shame, inadequacy, or self-doubt that began in early life. When we grow up in environments where our emotional needs are not consistently met, we can internalise painful messages that continue to shape how we relate to ourselves and others in adulthood.
I’d like to begin by welcoming you and acknowledging the step it takes to begin therapy, especially if you have spent much of your life feeling “not good enough,” “too much,” or as though you don’t quite belong. I am a qualified Counsellor working primarily with anxiety and trauma, and I often support people who carry deep-rooted feelings of shame, inadequacy, or self-doubt that began in early life. When we grow up in environments where our emotional needs are not consistently met, we can internalise painful messages that continue to shape how we relate to ourselves and others in adulthood.
I have experience working with anxiety, panic attacks, self harm, suicidal thoughts, depression, boundaries, pregnancy crisis/loss, post abortion, relational issues, trauma and other areas.
I don’t know if you have ever had the opportunity to share your story where someone really listens. I mean really listens, wanting to know you, your story, your ups and downs. Where nothing is off limits. Space to speak what maybe you’ve never spoken before. Sitting in the counsellee seat is not always easy and opening up to someone you do not know can be daunting. I know that taking that first step requires courage and I would love to walk with you on your journey.
I have experience working with anxiety, panic attacks, self harm, suicidal thoughts, depression, boundaries, pregnancy crisis/loss, post abortion, relational issues, trauma and other areas.
I don’t know if you have ever had the opportunity to share your story where someone really listens. I mean really listens, wanting to know you, your story, your ups and downs. Where nothing is off limits. Space to speak what maybe you’ve never spoken before. Sitting in the counsellee seat is not always easy and opening up to someone you do not know can be daunting. I know that taking that first step requires courage and I would love to walk with you on your journey.
My specialities lie in working with longstanding trauma, depression, anxiety, OCD and children and family work.
Do you feel a bit lost, frustrated, down or hopeless and unsure of how to make changes? Perhaps you feel like you are repeating the same life patterns. You may feel like you have tried everything and are on your last attempt. Well done for taking this step as I understand how daunting it can be, having done so myself. Lots of people are unsure of what to expect, fear being judged, or have difficulty opening up. I believe we could all benefit from therapy at times. How often do you have someone listen entirely to you in life? Choosing the right therapist can be overwhelming and its important we connect first in a free 15 minute call.
My specialities lie in working with longstanding trauma, depression, anxiety, OCD and children and family work.
Do you feel a bit lost, frustrated, down or hopeless and unsure of how to make changes? Perhaps you feel like you are repeating the same life patterns. You may feel like you have tried everything and are on your last attempt. Well done for taking this step as I understand how daunting it can be, having done so myself. Lots of people are unsure of what to expect, fear being judged, or have difficulty opening up. I believe we could all benefit from therapy at times. How often do you have someone listen entirely to you in life? Choosing the right therapist can be overwhelming and its important we connect first in a free 15 minute call.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, self-doubt, or life’s daily pressures? I support adults, young people and children to manage anxiety, build resilience, and regain a sense of control in their lives.
Avoidant behaviours such as withdrawal, procrastination, or overreliance on screens often mask deeper emotional distress. Through a compassionate and practical approach, I help clients uncover these patterns, develop healthier coping strategies, and build lasting confidence.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, self-doubt, or life’s daily pressures? I support adults, young people and children to manage anxiety, build resilience, and regain a sense of control in their lives.
Avoidant behaviours such as withdrawal, procrastination, or overreliance on screens often mask deeper emotional distress. Through a compassionate and practical approach, I help clients uncover these patterns, develop healthier coping strategies, and build lasting confidence.
Hello and welcome to my page. Sometimes our problems can seem overwhelming and out of control. We may experience unhelpful thinking and act in ways that may be out of character. The hardest part can be reaching out and asking for help. The good news is counselling can benefit so many. I know from personal experience that talking therapy can have positive, long lasting effects. I offer online and sessions in nature.
Hello and welcome to my page. Sometimes our problems can seem overwhelming and out of control. We may experience unhelpful thinking and act in ways that may be out of character. The hardest part can be reaching out and asking for help. The good news is counselling can benefit so many. I know from personal experience that talking therapy can have positive, long lasting effects. I offer online and sessions in nature.
If you are suffering from anxiety - depression/low mood - stress - anger problems - panic attacks - phobias - low self-esteem - self-harming - eating disorders - post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD, including military) - addiction (all kinds) - obsessions (OCD) - sleep problems - relationship problems, I can help.
As a Human Givens therapist I provide safe, reliable and practical help for emotional, behavioural and mental health difficulties. Using the best evidence based psychological knowledge about resolving such difficulties, I can help you move on with your life to be how you want to be.
If you are suffering from anxiety - depression/low mood - stress - anger problems - panic attacks - phobias - low self-esteem - self-harming - eating disorders - post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD, including military) - addiction (all kinds) - obsessions (OCD) - sleep problems - relationship problems, I can help.
As a Human Givens therapist I provide safe, reliable and practical help for emotional, behavioural and mental health difficulties. Using the best evidence based psychological knowledge about resolving such difficulties, I can help you move on with your life to be how you want to be.
Perhaps you feel anxious, depressed or have low self esteem?
I offer a caring, encouraging and non-judgemental space for you to share your thoughts and feelings, empowering you to find a way forward. I am a qualified CBT therapist with experience of people with issues such as anxiety, anger, depression and self esteem. I tailor a range of proven therapeutic techniques to your unique needs.
Perhaps you feel anxious, depressed or have low self esteem?
I offer a caring, encouraging and non-judgemental space for you to share your thoughts and feelings, empowering you to find a way forward. I am a qualified CBT therapist with experience of people with issues such as anxiety, anger, depression and self esteem. I tailor a range of proven therapeutic techniques to your unique needs.
I work with adults and adolescents (13+) navigating the challenges of
anxiety & depression, bereavement & loss, low self-esteem and relationships.
I believe that therapy should be a calm, supportive space to slow things down and understand what is happening beneath the surface. My approach is warm and tailored entirely to your needs because I know real change only happens when you feel safe, heard and not judged.
I work with adults and adolescents (13+) navigating the challenges of
anxiety & depression, bereavement & loss, low self-esteem and relationships.
I believe that therapy should be a calm, supportive space to slow things down and understand what is happening beneath the surface. My approach is warm and tailored entirely to your needs because I know real change only happens when you feel safe, heard and not judged.
I work with clients who are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, trauma.
I am an experienced Counsellor/Psychotherapist. Autism & Trauma Informed Practitioner in Midlothian. I offer private therapy for adults on a short, medium, long term basis. I have a welcoming and confidential space where you will be able to discuss your feelings, emotions and difficulties. You will be heard, valued and understood. Together we can work towards changes you desire in a non judgemental approach. The approach I will use will depend on the individual client. I may combine and adapt elements of various approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy which is defined to help with negative patterns of thoughts/behaviours.
I work with clients who are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, trauma.
I am an experienced Counsellor/Psychotherapist. Autism & Trauma Informed Practitioner in Midlothian. I offer private therapy for adults on a short, medium, long term basis. I have a welcoming and confidential space where you will be able to discuss your feelings, emotions and difficulties. You will be heard, valued and understood. Together we can work towards changes you desire in a non judgemental approach. The approach I will use will depend on the individual client. I may combine and adapt elements of various approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy which is defined to help with negative patterns of thoughts/behaviours.
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety, depression or trauma related to their relationships/family.
I work with adults from any age group. I am available for anyone who is ready to make positive changes and would like to break free from old destructive thinking or behavioural patterns. Here to help you to get through any kind of loss, life challenges, stress, anxiety, changes that put your life on hold. I will provide a safe space where you can unload your thoughts without filters. Together with the right approach we can find specific tools tailored to you and will work on reaching your goals.
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety, depression or trauma related to their relationships/family.
I work with adults from any age group. I am available for anyone who is ready to make positive changes and would like to break free from old destructive thinking or behavioural patterns. Here to help you to get through any kind of loss, life challenges, stress, anxiety, changes that put your life on hold. I will provide a safe space where you can unload your thoughts without filters. Together with the right approach we can find specific tools tailored to you and will work on reaching your goals.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety or burnout? Do you feel stuck and unable to cope with life's difficulties? I support adults to feel calmer, more confident and find practical ways forward — face-to-face in Roslin (near Edinburgh) and online across the UK.
If work, relationships or life changes are leaving you exhausted, stuck or on edge, counselling can help. I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where you can be heard and start to make sense of what’s happening. Together we’ll explore what’s getting in the way, and I’ll help you develop simple, practical tools you can use in day-to-day life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety or burnout? Do you feel stuck and unable to cope with life's difficulties? I support adults to feel calmer, more confident and find practical ways forward — face-to-face in Roslin (near Edinburgh) and online across the UK.
If work, relationships or life changes are leaving you exhausted, stuck or on edge, counselling can help. I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where you can be heard and start to make sense of what’s happening. Together we’ll explore what’s getting in the way, and I’ll help you develop simple, practical tools you can use in day-to-day life.
I can give skilled, confidential therapeutic support for a range of issues including stress, depression, anxiety, bereavement, relationship difficulties, low self esteem, trauma, abuse and Phobias.
I believe that it's important for an individual to find the right counsellor, as one counsellors method may not suit all. I therefore offer my initial consultation at a reduced rate. The initial consultation is not only an opportunity for the counsellors to find out more about the client but also for the client to find out more about the counsellor, giving both the opportunity to discover if a suitable rapport can be built, creating an appropriate environment for counselling to take place.
I can give skilled, confidential therapeutic support for a range of issues including stress, depression, anxiety, bereavement, relationship difficulties, low self esteem, trauma, abuse and Phobias.
I believe that it's important for an individual to find the right counsellor, as one counsellors method may not suit all. I therefore offer my initial consultation at a reduced rate. The initial consultation is not only an opportunity for the counsellors to find out more about the client but also for the client to find out more about the counsellor, giving both the opportunity to discover if a suitable rapport can be built, creating an appropriate environment for counselling to take place.
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Depression Counsellors
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.