Sleep or Insomnia Counselling in Newton Mearns
I began professional life as a teacher, but most of my career was working in the addictions sector in centres across the UK. As a counsellor I feel I still retain aspects of my first training as a teacher. Perhaps it is from this imprint, but I always want people to succeed. I feel my role has always been to help facilitate the changes needed for my clients to achieve their desired goals. I know I have brought the same patience and understanding to every situation I am involved in, whether that has been in a classroom, a drug treatment centre, or a private counselling session.
I began professional life as a teacher, but most of my career was working in the addictions sector in centres across the UK. As a counsellor I feel I still retain aspects of my first training as a teacher. Perhaps it is from this imprint, but I always want people to succeed. I feel my role has always been to help facilitate the changes needed for my clients to achieve their desired goals. I know I have brought the same patience and understanding to every situation I am involved in, whether that has been in a classroom, a drug treatment centre, or a private counselling session.
Perhaps you regularly find your stomach churning, your heart racing and sleep difficult.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy can help alter your thinking styles and lead to real transformation in your mental well-being. I have a particular interest in working with people suffering from work related anxiety in high stress careers especially health care professionals.
Perhaps you regularly find your stomach churning, your heart racing and sleep difficult.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy can help alter your thinking styles and lead to real transformation in your mental well-being. I have a particular interest in working with people suffering from work related anxiety in high stress careers especially health care professionals.
Hello, I am Dr Katie Smith. Now, more than ever, it is important to look after our mental health and I enjoy helping clients to do just that. I specialise in providing psychological therapy to adults experiencing challenges to their mental health or adjusting to physical health conditions. I work online and from my office in South Glasgow/East Renfrewshire. I have extensive experience from over 20 years working in the NHS and my background as a Clinical Psychologist means that I am trained to the highest professional standards and I strive to provide a high quality and effective service for my clients.
Hello, I am Dr Katie Smith. Now, more than ever, it is important to look after our mental health and I enjoy helping clients to do just that. I specialise in providing psychological therapy to adults experiencing challenges to their mental health or adjusting to physical health conditions. I work online and from my office in South Glasgow/East Renfrewshire. I have extensive experience from over 20 years working in the NHS and my background as a Clinical Psychologist means that I am trained to the highest professional standards and I strive to provide a high quality and effective service for my clients.
I understand that this may seem very daunting and perhaps overwhelming as you seek help from a professional. I am a qualified Person Centred Counsellor. This is a client focused therapy that offers a space to talk and explore as we work together through your challenges and experiences. I offer face to face counselling in a safe, empathic, confidential and peaceful space. If you prefer to be in the comfort of your home, we can work together remotely. The facility offers free parking and is easily accessed from the M77.
I understand that this may seem very daunting and perhaps overwhelming as you seek help from a professional. I am a qualified Person Centred Counsellor. This is a client focused therapy that offers a space to talk and explore as we work together through your challenges and experiences. I offer face to face counselling in a safe, empathic, confidential and peaceful space. If you prefer to be in the comfort of your home, we can work together remotely. The facility offers free parking and is easily accessed from the M77.
Throughout life we are presented with uncertainties and difficulties, some can be overwhelming and take a toll over our mental wellbeing, physical health and come in the way of being able to lead the meaningful lives we wish to have. If you are struggling with repeated unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaving, wish to explore means of taking care of your mental health and build an understanding of how challenges have impacted on you, accessing psychological therapy could help you to make meaningful change and/ or build acceptance in your life. Aye Psychology is committed to supporting you and I look forward to hearing from you.
Throughout life we are presented with uncertainties and difficulties, some can be overwhelming and take a toll over our mental wellbeing, physical health and come in the way of being able to lead the meaningful lives we wish to have. If you are struggling with repeated unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaving, wish to explore means of taking care of your mental health and build an understanding of how challenges have impacted on you, accessing psychological therapy could help you to make meaningful change and/ or build acceptance in your life. Aye Psychology is committed to supporting you and I look forward to hearing from you.
Life can feel overwhelming at times. You may feel anxious, emotionally drained or stuck in patterns that are no longer serving you. Whatever has brought you here, therapy can offer a safe space to make sense of your experiences and move forward with greater insight and new ways of coping.
I am a warm and experienced Clinical Psychologist, with particular expertise in supporting adults who have experienced trauma (e.g. PTSD/Complex PTSD) and difficult life events. Trauma can shape the way you think, feel and relate to others- so I work gently and collaboratively, at a pace that feels manageable for you.
Life can feel overwhelming at times. You may feel anxious, emotionally drained or stuck in patterns that are no longer serving you. Whatever has brought you here, therapy can offer a safe space to make sense of your experiences and move forward with greater insight and new ways of coping.
I am a warm and experienced Clinical Psychologist, with particular expertise in supporting adults who have experienced trauma (e.g. PTSD/Complex PTSD) and difficult life events. Trauma can shape the way you think, feel and relate to others- so I work gently and collaboratively, at a pace that feels manageable for you.
Are you struggling with self-esteem, relationships, grief, or your mental health? Perhaps you feel "stuck" in patterns you can’t quite break or overwhelmed by anxiety and intrusive thoughts. You may be looking for a safe space to explore these challenges without judgment; wanting to understand the root of your difficulties while making practical changes to improve your wellbeing. Whether you are navigating trauma, bereavement, or the impact of hormonal changes, your goal is to find a way forward, develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself, and build a stable sense of internal value.
Are you struggling with self-esteem, relationships, grief, or your mental health? Perhaps you feel "stuck" in patterns you can’t quite break or overwhelmed by anxiety and intrusive thoughts. You may be looking for a safe space to explore these challenges without judgment; wanting to understand the root of your difficulties while making practical changes to improve your wellbeing. Whether you are navigating trauma, bereavement, or the impact of hormonal changes, your goal is to find a way forward, develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself, and build a stable sense of internal value.
Are you feeling depressed, or anxious, or even symptoms of PTSD or OCD? I offer therapy for low self esteem, perfectionism, stress management, return to work, worry and sleeping difficulties. I will work with you to help you understand why you are feeling like this, and what is keeping it going. so you can make meaningful life changes. If you are wanting to improve your quality of life, or your motivation, or manage negative thoughts or worries, then get in touch. I will help improve your confidence, manage intrusive or traumatic experiences, face your fears, or manage panic attacks so that you can focus on what is important in life
Are you feeling depressed, or anxious, or even symptoms of PTSD or OCD? I offer therapy for low self esteem, perfectionism, stress management, return to work, worry and sleeping difficulties. I will work with you to help you understand why you are feeling like this, and what is keeping it going. so you can make meaningful life changes. If you are wanting to improve your quality of life, or your motivation, or manage negative thoughts or worries, then get in touch. I will help improve your confidence, manage intrusive or traumatic experiences, face your fears, or manage panic attacks so that you can focus on what is important in life
Life in Renfrewshire or in the UK, can feel like a relentless series of demands, leaving you with little left for yourself. If you’re tired of pretending everything is "fine" while feeling disconnected or overwhelmed, you don’t have to face it alone.
As an experienced Integrative Counsellor in Paisley, I offer a warm, down-to-earth space to explore what’s weighing you down. This March, I am offering a special rate of £50 to help you get the support you need. Together, we can get to the root of your distress, quiet the noise, and help you reclaim your sense of self. Why not reach out for a chat?
Life in Renfrewshire or in the UK, can feel like a relentless series of demands, leaving you with little left for yourself. If you’re tired of pretending everything is "fine" while feeling disconnected or overwhelmed, you don’t have to face it alone.
As an experienced Integrative Counsellor in Paisley, I offer a warm, down-to-earth space to explore what’s weighing you down. This March, I am offering a special rate of £50 to help you get the support you need. Together, we can get to the root of your distress, quiet the noise, and help you reclaim your sense of self. Why not reach out for a chat?
Are you someone who feels like you get in your own way, dealing with anxiety, confidence dips, or motivation that comes and goes no matter how hard you try? Maybe these patterns show up in sport, work, studies, or everyday life, and you're ready to actually do something about them.
I'm a Chartered Psychologist based in Glasgow. I offer practical, evidence-based support to help you understand what's driving those patterns, cope more effectively, and get back to feeling like yourself.
If this sounds like what you're looking for, please get in touch to book a free initial consultation.
Are you someone who feels like you get in your own way, dealing with anxiety, confidence dips, or motivation that comes and goes no matter how hard you try? Maybe these patterns show up in sport, work, studies, or everyday life, and you're ready to actually do something about them.
I'm a Chartered Psychologist based in Glasgow. I offer practical, evidence-based support to help you understand what's driving those patterns, cope more effectively, and get back to feeling like yourself.
If this sounds like what you're looking for, please get in touch to book a free initial consultation.
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I also have a particular interest in helping people who struggle with sleep and understand how much it can affect everyday life.
I offer a calm, confidential online space where you can talk openly about what’s going on for you, without judgement. Together, we’ll explore what you’d like to change, set meaningful goals and find practical tools that feel right for you. My aim is to help you move forward with greater confidence, trusting yourself and your abilities.
I also have a particular interest in helping people who struggle with sleep and understand how much it can affect everyday life.
I offer a calm, confidential online space where you can talk openly about what’s going on for you, without judgement. Together, we’ll explore what you’d like to change, set meaningful goals and find practical tools that feel right for you. My aim is to help you move forward with greater confidence, trusting yourself and your abilities.
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.
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.
I support children, teens and adults experiencing anxiety, stress, sleep difficulties, emotional overwhelm, low confidence and self-esteem difficulties through online therapy in English and Polish.
My work combines modern neuroscience-informed psychoeducation with practical therapeutic tools tailored to individual needs. Sessions are collaborative, compassionate and focused on helping you feel more balanced, emotionally regulated and able to cope more effectively with everyday life.
I support children, teens and adults experiencing anxiety, stress, sleep difficulties, emotional overwhelm, low confidence and self-esteem difficulties through online therapy in English and Polish.
My work combines modern neuroscience-informed psychoeducation with practical therapeutic tools tailored to individual needs. Sessions are collaborative, compassionate and focused on helping you feel more balanced, emotionally regulated and able to cope more effectively with everyday life.
They may struggle with anxiety, broken sleep, nervous system overwhelm, or a constant sense of being “on edge,” despite being thoughtful and self-aware.
I support adults and teenagers experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, nervous system dysregulation, and sleep difficulties. My approach is calm, relational, and trauma-aware, integrating psychotherapy, therapeutic hypnosis, CBTi, & body-led approaches. Together we work gently beneath survival patterns so greater rest, regulation, resilience, & emotional connection
They may struggle with anxiety, broken sleep, nervous system overwhelm, or a constant sense of being “on edge,” despite being thoughtful and self-aware.
I support adults and teenagers experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, nervous system dysregulation, and sleep difficulties. My approach is calm, relational, and trauma-aware, integrating psychotherapy, therapeutic hypnosis, CBTi, & body-led approaches. Together we work gently beneath survival patterns so greater rest, regulation, resilience, & emotional connection
I am a fully qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and counsellor, based in Kilmarnock. Within my practice I bring a breadth of knowledge and expertise to the therapeutic environment, from both a professional background and my own personal experiences. These proficiencies and my extensive training have provided me with a unique insight which I hope to utilise in developing your wellbeing and achieving your goals, through understanding and a non-judgemental and empathetic approach.
I am a fully qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and counsellor, based in Kilmarnock. Within my practice I bring a breadth of knowledge and expertise to the therapeutic environment, from both a professional background and my own personal experiences. These proficiencies and my extensive training have provided me with a unique insight which I hope to utilise in developing your wellbeing and achieving your goals, through understanding and a non-judgemental and empathetic approach.
trauma-focussed, CBT-E eating disorders, CBT-i for sleep.
The Psychology Rooms is large mental health clinic with expertise in CAMHS, adult mental health and physical health (pain and medical conditions). Our clinic is friendly and our clinic rooms are designed specifically for adults, teens or children. We are open from 9am to 8pm to suit school and work hours. We offer are:
• Evidence based psychological therapies for all ages, families and couples
• Psychological assessment for surgery (cosmetic and medical)
• Psychological preparation for coping with surgery or genetic testing
• Expert witness reports for court, tribunals and compensation.
• Mental health first aid training
trauma-focussed, CBT-E eating disorders, CBT-i for sleep.
The Psychology Rooms is large mental health clinic with expertise in CAMHS, adult mental health and physical health (pain and medical conditions). Our clinic is friendly and our clinic rooms are designed specifically for adults, teens or children. We are open from 9am to 8pm to suit school and work hours. We offer are:
• Evidence based psychological therapies for all ages, families and couples
• Psychological assessment for surgery (cosmetic and medical)
• Psychological preparation for coping with surgery or genetic testing
• Expert witness reports for court, tribunals and compensation.
• Mental health first aid training
Therapy can be intense or complicated but it doesn’t have to be. I offer a safe space with zero judgement. A place where we can explore deeper issues or just figure things out as they come up. Starting therapy is a positive step but might feel difficult. It begins with seeing who would be a good fit. I can offer you a free, no obligation, chat to help with this.
I am a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist offering a practical, structured (but not rigid) approach that is tailored to your own goals. We can discuss what’s going on for you at the moment, patterns you may feel stuck in and what can help you respond more positively.
Therapy can be intense or complicated but it doesn’t have to be. I offer a safe space with zero judgement. A place where we can explore deeper issues or just figure things out as they come up. Starting therapy is a positive step but might feel difficult. It begins with seeing who would be a good fit. I can offer you a free, no obligation, chat to help with this.
I am a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist offering a practical, structured (but not rigid) approach that is tailored to your own goals. We can discuss what’s going on for you at the moment, patterns you may feel stuck in and what can help you respond more positively.
I work with people who might know what they want or why something is difficult, yet in the moment your body reacts and control is lost. Maybe you are neurodivergent, highly sensitive, or shaped by earlier adversity. I can help you unstick, notice your patterns, and support you in becoming cool, calm, and collected. To trust your responses, so you can meet life with more choice, steadiness, and authenticity rather than old survival strategies. I’m easy going with a good sense of humour.
I work with people who might know what they want or why something is difficult, yet in the moment your body reacts and control is lost. Maybe you are neurodivergent, highly sensitive, or shaped by earlier adversity. I can help you unstick, notice your patterns, and support you in becoming cool, calm, and collected. To trust your responses, so you can meet life with more choice, steadiness, and authenticity rather than old survival strategies. I’m easy going with a good sense of humour.
I’m an experienced and Accredited Therapist with a specific focus in treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). I have also recovered from OCD.
Additionally, I have significant experience treating Anxiety, Addictions and Traumatic Stress.
I use a range of effective approaches to help treat these difficulties. I believe that everyone deserves to be heard and supported. Together, we can navigate your challenges, and develop effective strategies that empower you toward lasting change. You can be free from your problems.
I look forward to working with you on this journey.
I’m an experienced and Accredited Therapist with a specific focus in treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). I have also recovered from OCD.
Additionally, I have significant experience treating Anxiety, Addictions and Traumatic Stress.
I use a range of effective approaches to help treat these difficulties. I believe that everyone deserves to be heard and supported. Together, we can navigate your challenges, and develop effective strategies that empower you toward lasting change. You can be free from your problems.
I look forward to working with you on this journey.
I am an Accredited BACP Counsellor, CBT Therapist and Clinical Supervisor with 10 years of experience with adults, children and young people from Glasgow, Lanarkshire and surrounding areas. I have particular expertise working with children, informed by my experience as a teacher and school counsellor. I also work extensively with adults supporting a wide range of difficulties.
I have gained a lot of experience treating OCD and anxiety disorders. I use CBT and Exposure and Response Prevention to help clients overcome intrusive thoughts, compulsions and anxiety. I have had experience supporting clients with Autism and ADHD.
I am an Accredited BACP Counsellor, CBT Therapist and Clinical Supervisor with 10 years of experience with adults, children and young people from Glasgow, Lanarkshire and surrounding areas. I have particular expertise working with children, informed by my experience as a teacher and school counsellor. I also work extensively with adults supporting a wide range of difficulties.
I have gained a lot of experience treating OCD and anxiety disorders. I use CBT and Exposure and Response Prevention to help clients overcome intrusive thoughts, compulsions and anxiety. I have had experience supporting clients with Autism and ADHD.
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Sleep or Insomnia Counsellors
How effective is treatment for insomnia?
The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.
Are there specific medications for sleep problems?
There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.
Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?
There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.
What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?
Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.