Education and Learning Disabilities Counselling in Stirling
Supporting clients to feel vulnerable safely, learning I and others can be with their pain is often at the heart of work.
At the heart of all my work, lies compassion and integrity. These values guide my approach throughout; from the point I receive an enquiry, to meeting any client or team for the first time, in the relationships formed and collaborative work, to the care taken in the endings of work. The 14 years since qualifying, have shaped my strengths and passion in building strong therapeutic relationships, be that with children, young people, families or teams, is central to psychological change.
Supporting clients to feel vulnerable safely, learning I and others can be with their pain is often at the heart of work.
At the heart of all my work, lies compassion and integrity. These values guide my approach throughout; from the point I receive an enquiry, to meeting any client or team for the first time, in the relationships formed and collaborative work, to the care taken in the endings of work. The 14 years since qualifying, have shaped my strengths and passion in building strong therapeutic relationships, be that with children, young people, families or teams, is central to psychological change.
Hi I am a Gestalt therapist/Counsellor. I have over 10 years experience helping people with a variety of issues. If you want to change your life or change yourself or you are struggling with everyday issues counselling is the very place for you. With a safe place to explore yourself and your life with a non judgmental person (me) sitting along side you, this can be a very empowering and enriching experience. Life can get on top of us at times, taking some time out for yourself to process all the things that go swirling around our heads can be vital to a happy healthy life.
couples appointment last for 1.5 hrs
reduced fee for zoom
Hi I am a Gestalt therapist/Counsellor. I have over 10 years experience helping people with a variety of issues. If you want to change your life or change yourself or you are struggling with everyday issues counselling is the very place for you. With a safe place to explore yourself and your life with a non judgmental person (me) sitting along side you, this can be a very empowering and enriching experience. Life can get on top of us at times, taking some time out for yourself to process all the things that go swirling around our heads can be vital to a happy healthy life.
couples appointment last for 1.5 hrs
reduced fee for zoom
Hi my name is Heather Hutchison of HMH Therapy and I am an experienced Hypnotherapist, Supervisor and Trainer. My areas of specialisms are Anxiety and/or Depression as well treating the more traditional hypnotherapy areas such as smoking cessation, habit breaks and weight management. I work with both adults and children from the age of 7 years upwards using a client centred approached. I hold an enhanced full disclosure certificate enabling me to work with children and vulnerable adults.
Hi my name is Heather Hutchison of HMH Therapy and I am an experienced Hypnotherapist, Supervisor and Trainer. My areas of specialisms are Anxiety and/or Depression as well treating the more traditional hypnotherapy areas such as smoking cessation, habit breaks and weight management. I work with both adults and children from the age of 7 years upwards using a client centred approached. I hold an enhanced full disclosure certificate enabling me to work with children and vulnerable adults.
Hi I am Dr Jill Ogston and I am a highly experienced Clinical Psychologist at The Beacon Practice. I offer psychological assessment and therapeutic intervention in West and Central Scotland. I work with children, adults and families to help them understand and manage a wide range of emotional difficulties. In addition, I have particular expertise in working with people with Autism Spectrum Conditions and related conditions; in providing support to live in a neurotypical world, with emotional difficulties and in providing an opinion on whether a full assessment of Autism would be helpful.
Hi I am Dr Jill Ogston and I am a highly experienced Clinical Psychologist at The Beacon Practice. I offer psychological assessment and therapeutic intervention in West and Central Scotland. I work with children, adults and families to help them understand and manage a wide range of emotional difficulties. In addition, I have particular expertise in working with people with Autism Spectrum Conditions and related conditions; in providing support to live in a neurotypical world, with emotional difficulties and in providing an opinion on whether a full assessment of Autism would be helpful.
Sometimes we experience changes or traumas that leave us struggling with the pressures of life, relationships, work, or studies. This can affect our self-esteem, our sense of identity, and our ability to cope. This can become overwhelming and may lead us to unhelpful or harmful thoughts and behaviours. With help, we can overcome our difficulties and learn to manage our emotions more effectively. With compassion, empathy, respect, and a safe space, we feel heard, considered, and valued. By understanding our thoughts and behaviours we can feel empowered to make positive changes that can lead us to fuller and more enjoyable lives.
Sometimes we experience changes or traumas that leave us struggling with the pressures of life, relationships, work, or studies. This can affect our self-esteem, our sense of identity, and our ability to cope. This can become overwhelming and may lead us to unhelpful or harmful thoughts and behaviours. With help, we can overcome our difficulties and learn to manage our emotions more effectively. With compassion, empathy, respect, and a safe space, we feel heard, considered, and valued. By understanding our thoughts and behaviours we can feel empowered to make positive changes that can lead us to fuller and more enjoyable lives.
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Hello, I'm Zoe - it's a pleasure to meet you.
I am an experienced LGBTQ+ and University counsellor currently offering online counselling, psychotherapy and pluralistic clinical supervision. I provide a warm, safe and nurturing space to support you on your therapeutic journey. As a therapist, I am committed to ensure that your therapy sessions are co-constructed to meet your individual therapeutic needs. Benefitting from shared-decision making, a focus on therapeutic direction as well as empathy, support, compassion and attention, you can expect a uniquely inclusive and collaborative therapeutic experience.
Hello, I'm Zoe - it's a pleasure to meet you.
I am an experienced LGBTQ+ and University counsellor currently offering online counselling, psychotherapy and pluralistic clinical supervision. I provide a warm, safe and nurturing space to support you on your therapeutic journey. As a therapist, I am committed to ensure that your therapy sessions are co-constructed to meet your individual therapeutic needs. Benefitting from shared-decision making, a focus on therapeutic direction as well as empathy, support, compassion and attention, you can expect a uniquely inclusive and collaborative therapeutic experience.
I offer psychodynamic counselling to explore how past experiences shape the present, alongside Walk & Talk Therapy for a grounding, open-space approach. Together, we’ll work towards insight, healing and lasting change in a way that suits you.
Counselling can support you in facing a wide range of challenges, such as anxiety, low mood, relationship struggles, workplace issues, bereavement, major life changes or crises, and both past and ongoing trauma.
You deserve the freedom to live fully—and you don’t have to do it alone. Taking the first step is often the hardest, and you’ve already done that by being here.
I offer psychodynamic counselling to explore how past experiences shape the present, alongside Walk & Talk Therapy for a grounding, open-space approach. Together, we’ll work towards insight, healing and lasting change in a way that suits you.
Counselling can support you in facing a wide range of challenges, such as anxiety, low mood, relationship struggles, workplace issues, bereavement, major life changes or crises, and both past and ongoing trauma.
You deserve the freedom to live fully—and you don’t have to do it alone. Taking the first step is often the hardest, and you’ve already done that by being here.
Here, you can work on whatever issues may be troubling you from anxiety and depression, to relationship problems, trauma, low self-esteem, and more. I offer highly-focused brief counselling or long-term psychotherapy, as required. I am able to provide sessions to adults and young people. I am a trained relationship counsellor and have vast experience of working with children, young people and the LGBTQ community.
Here, you can work on whatever issues may be troubling you from anxiety and depression, to relationship problems, trauma, low self-esteem, and more. I offer highly-focused brief counselling or long-term psychotherapy, as required. I am able to provide sessions to adults and young people. I am a trained relationship counsellor and have vast experience of working with children, young people and the LGBTQ community.
You may have found yourself here because you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed or unsure where to begin. Or perhaps you have simply been carrying too much for too long. You don’t have to figure it out alone – I offer a warm, supportive space to help you make sense of what’s happening and find a way forward.
I specialise in working with anxiety, relationship issues and self-esteem problems. I am deeply interested in why people become depressed or anxious, and how each person can find a way through these incredibly difficult states. I also provide therapy for experiences of abuse and neglect.
You may have found yourself here because you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed or unsure where to begin. Or perhaps you have simply been carrying too much for too long. You don’t have to figure it out alone – I offer a warm, supportive space to help you make sense of what’s happening and find a way forward.
I specialise in working with anxiety, relationship issues and self-esteem problems. I am deeply interested in why people become depressed or anxious, and how each person can find a way through these incredibly difficult states. I also provide therapy for experiences of abuse and neglect.
With 10 years of experience in mental health and an academic background in Psychology I’m a scientist-practitioner providing individual and group coaching for adults. I use evidence-based tools to support you in your personal and professional development. I prioritise client's individual needs, and professional ethics. I use techniques whose effectiveness has been scientifically proven.
This might be for you if, you value a science-backed, relational, and human-centred approach. You're looking to make sense of patterns, build resilience, feel supported, and create meaningful, sustainable change in life or work. I work with:
With 10 years of experience in mental health and an academic background in Psychology I’m a scientist-practitioner providing individual and group coaching for adults. I use evidence-based tools to support you in your personal and professional development. I prioritise client's individual needs, and professional ethics. I use techniques whose effectiveness has been scientifically proven.
This might be for you if, you value a science-backed, relational, and human-centred approach. You're looking to make sense of patterns, build resilience, feel supported, and create meaningful, sustainable change in life or work. I work with:
I work well with men's issues and navigating transitions through the life course. Whether that's becoming a parent, partner, aging or changing career, it will not phase me. Perhaps you need reassurance or a space to open up about insecurities and what direction to go.
Get in touch and let's work on a way forward together.
I work well with men's issues and navigating transitions through the life course. Whether that's becoming a parent, partner, aging or changing career, it will not phase me. Perhaps you need reassurance or a space to open up about insecurities and what direction to go.
Get in touch and let's work on a way forward together.
I offer specialist Autism Assessment services to teenagers and young adults. I have over 15 years' experience working with Autistic young people and I am dedicated to delivering a high quality, personalised experience. My team share the values of professionalism, compassion and commitment to the young people and families we see.
I offer specialist Autism Assessment services to teenagers and young adults. I have over 15 years' experience working with Autistic young people and I am dedicated to delivering a high quality, personalised experience. My team share the values of professionalism, compassion and commitment to the young people and families we see.
Educational psychology assessment and therapeutic support for children and young people can provide clarity and direction when learning feels harder than it should, or when anxiety, low confidence, or emotional overwhelm begin to affect daily life.
I am an Independent Educational Psychologist offering specialist assessment and therapeutic support. I provide strengths-based educational and neurodevelopmental assessments to clarify each young person’s learning profile and therapeutic support to reduce distress and strengthen coping skills. My approach is relational and developmentally informed.
Educational psychology assessment and therapeutic support for children and young people can provide clarity and direction when learning feels harder than it should, or when anxiety, low confidence, or emotional overwhelm begin to affect daily life.
I am an Independent Educational Psychologist offering specialist assessment and therapeutic support. I provide strengths-based educational and neurodevelopmental assessments to clarify each young person’s learning profile and therapeutic support to reduce distress and strengthen coping skills. My approach is relational and developmentally informed.
Life can feel heavy when you’re carrying trauma, anxiety, or navigating a world not necessarily built for neurodivergence. I offer a soft place to land. Together in my Paisley studio (Immrama Therapies at Seomra Paisley) or online we will work to reconnect your mind, body, and spirit, helping you find your way back home to yourself.
Life can feel heavy when you’re carrying trauma, anxiety, or navigating a world not necessarily built for neurodivergence. I offer a soft place to land. Together in my Paisley studio (Immrama Therapies at Seomra Paisley) or online we will work to reconnect your mind, body, and spirit, helping you find your way back home to yourself.
Do you find it difficult to talk to those closest to you about your issues and concerns? Perhaps you don’t want to burden them or feel worried that they might judge or not understand what you are going through? I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space in which you can explore your thoughts and feelings, allowing you to understand more about yourself and your relationships with others. As an integrative counsellor, I work with a variety of therapeutic approaches and methods, and combine them to suit the needs of each individual client.
Do you find it difficult to talk to those closest to you about your issues and concerns? Perhaps you don’t want to burden them or feel worried that they might judge or not understand what you are going through? I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space in which you can explore your thoughts and feelings, allowing you to understand more about yourself and your relationships with others. As an integrative counsellor, I work with a variety of therapeutic approaches and methods, and combine them to suit the needs of each individual client.
My person-centred approach underpins a sensitivity to trauma and to cultural contexts. I aim to provide a safe space for you to bring any thoughts and feelings about any subject, and to be listened to attentively. Each person is unique and has experienced life differently, and I will endeavour to work together with you to respond to your particular situation.
My person-centred approach underpins a sensitivity to trauma and to cultural contexts. I aim to provide a safe space for you to bring any thoughts and feelings about any subject, and to be listened to attentively. Each person is unique and has experienced life differently, and I will endeavour to work together with you to respond to your particular situation.
Psychotherapy for Individuals & Couples: I work with high functioning professionals who are outwardly successful but inwardly feel lonely, ashamed or carry secrets. With couples who have discovered infidelity, or communication is poor since having kids; perhaps one of you has ADHD. Or a new baby hasn't been what you hoped & you feel guilty, anxious, or have intrusive thoughts. I've 30 years experience as a Therapist in the NHS, Higher Education, 3rd Sector & private practice. I integrate all my training & experience & invite you to talk about what you're struggling with for exploration in a non -judgemental encounter.
Psychotherapy for Individuals & Couples: I work with high functioning professionals who are outwardly successful but inwardly feel lonely, ashamed or carry secrets. With couples who have discovered infidelity, or communication is poor since having kids; perhaps one of you has ADHD. Or a new baby hasn't been what you hoped & you feel guilty, anxious, or have intrusive thoughts. I've 30 years experience as a Therapist in the NHS, Higher Education, 3rd Sector & private practice. I integrate all my training & experience & invite you to talk about what you're struggling with for exploration in a non -judgemental encounter.
Connected Health and Wellbeing is a caring therapist-led network of accredited psychotherapists, counsellors, and trainers committed to supporting emotional and mental wellbeing.
Our directors, Colin and Anne, are experienced psychotherapists, supervisors, and trainers who understand that reaching out for support can feel daunting. They aim to make the process as welcoming and tailored as possible.
Your first contact will be with Anne or Colin, who will listen to your needs and match you with the ideal practitioner in our network. If you’re ready to take a step toward growth and healing, we’re here to support you.
Connected Health and Wellbeing is a caring therapist-led network of accredited psychotherapists, counsellors, and trainers committed to supporting emotional and mental wellbeing.
Our directors, Colin and Anne, are experienced psychotherapists, supervisors, and trainers who understand that reaching out for support can feel daunting. They aim to make the process as welcoming and tailored as possible.
Your first contact will be with Anne or Colin, who will listen to your needs and match you with the ideal practitioner in our network. If you’re ready to take a step toward growth and healing, we’re here to support you.
Face to Face, Online and Telephone Counselling to fit around your availability. Individual counselling sessions: Standard fee for the first session is £25 then £55 per hour thereafter (concessionary rates negotiable). I also offer a free initial telephone consultation which lasts around 15 minutes to find out more about you and to assess what is best for you and your availability.
Face to Face, Online and Telephone Counselling to fit around your availability. Individual counselling sessions: Standard fee for the first session is £25 then £55 per hour thereafter (concessionary rates negotiable). I also offer a free initial telephone consultation which lasts around 15 minutes to find out more about you and to assess what is best for you and your availability.
I am an integrative counsellor, I specialise in many areas of difficulties within trauma, past and present. My strengths are qualifications and experience for all groups. I work within schools & private practice with children and young people for varying presenting issues. I have been a therapist for approximately 10 years in that time I continue to be passionate about my work. Life experience I think is important along with the quality of therapy, so brought together can make a difference to a persons well being, which my style of therapy is tailored to suit a wide range of modalities.
I am an integrative counsellor, I specialise in many areas of difficulties within trauma, past and present. My strengths are qualifications and experience for all groups. I work within schools & private practice with children and young people for varying presenting issues. I have been a therapist for approximately 10 years in that time I continue to be passionate about my work. Life experience I think is important along with the quality of therapy, so brought together can make a difference to a persons well being, which my style of therapy is tailored to suit a wide range of modalities.
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How effective is treatment for learning disabilities?
When initiated early and tailored to a child’s specific needs, learning disability treatment can be quite effective at helping a child cope with their disability, though its exact efficacy may depend on the severity of symptoms and whether comorbid disorders exist. Less is known about treatment initiated in adulthood, but it is certainly possible that an adult with a learning disability will see some improvement—or at the very least, identify workarounds and accommodations that could make symptoms less burdensome in day-to-day life.
When should someone seek treatment for learning disabilities?
It’s best to seek treatment as early as possible. Because learning disabilities often go unnoticed until a child starts school, or even until they’re a few years along, regular check-ins with teachers and doctors can help parents determine whether children are meeting milestones and keeping up with peers or whether an evaluation for learning disabilities may be warranted. And although earlier is always better, it’s never too late to be evaluated for learning disabilities and to seek treatment.
What happens if learning disabilities are left untreated?
Undiagnosed and untreated learning disabilities can be a source of significant frustration and shame for a child, who may feel that their challenges stem from a lack of intelligence or willpower. Such feelings can trigger low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety, which may push a child toward risky behaviors, including substance use. In adulthood, untreated learning disabilities can interfere with career success, and lingering feelings of self-doubt and shame can negatively affect someone’s mental health.
Are there medications for learning disabilities?
Currently, there are no medications designed to treat specific learning disabilities such as dysgraphia or dyscalculia. However, someone with a learning disability may be prescribed medication for a comorbid condition, such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD, which may have positive downstream effects on their learning disability; for example, a child with both ADHD and dyslexia may find that they’re better able to focus on their reading exercises after being prescribed a stimulant medication.