Female Counselling in West Calder, SCT

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Fiona Harvie
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
West Calder EH55
Sometimes life can seem overwhelming and whilst it is good to talk to friends and family, sometimes you need an independent professional to talk to about your problems. Counselling gives you a safe and confidential space to look at your situation and understand the root cause of your current difficulties. As a counsellor I don’t give advice but help you to discover the solution that works for you,
Sometimes life can seem overwhelming and whilst it is good to talk to friends and family, sometimes you need an independent professional to talk to about your problems. Counselling gives you a safe and confidential space to look at your situation and understand the root cause of your current difficulties. As a counsellor I don’t give advice but help you to discover the solution that works for you,
01506 353799 View 01506 353799
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Celeste Micciche
Psychotherapist, MSc, BACP
Verified Verified
West Calder EH55
I am an Italian psychologist and psychotherapist based in Edinburgh and Whitburn, Bathgate. Given my training in these two areas, I work with various issues that may afflict you, such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorders, relationship issues, etc. Also, I use an affirmative approach in my work. This means that I validate and support the needs of people of sexual and gender minorities, promoting the search and the expression of an authentic dimension of themselves and their own identity.
I am an Italian psychologist and psychotherapist based in Edinburgh and Whitburn, Bathgate. Given my training in these two areas, I work with various issues that may afflict you, such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorders, relationship issues, etc. Also, I use an affirmative approach in my work. This means that I validate and support the needs of people of sexual and gender minorities, promoting the search and the expression of an authentic dimension of themselves and their own identity.
0141 673 8698 View 0141 673 8698
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Alison Yule
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Verified Verified
West Calder EH55
Our thoughts transform us. Do you want to make a change to feel better in yourself and to overcome things that may be holding you back? We can work together to understand how your thoughts and feelings affect each other and how a change of perspective can result in a change in your way being.
Our thoughts transform us. Do you want to make a change to feel better in yourself and to overcome things that may be holding you back? We can work together to understand how your thoughts and feelings affect each other and how a change of perspective can result in a change in your way being.
07786 180133 View 07786 180133
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Emma Jackson
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
West Calder EH55  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Hello, I’m Emma! Thank you for taking your time to look at my profile. At different times in our lives we all go through challenges that can affect how we think, feel and live our lives. It can be a difficult step to begin therapy but, but you have made the first step by looking here. I aim to make your experience as supportive and compassionate as possible, working alongside you to help you achieve your goals. I welcome telephone/online consultations to give you the opportunity chat with me and decide if I am the right person for you!
Hello, I’m Emma! Thank you for taking your time to look at my profile. At different times in our lives we all go through challenges that can affect how we think, feel and live our lives. It can be a difficult step to begin therapy but, but you have made the first step by looking here. I aim to make your experience as supportive and compassionate as possible, working alongside you to help you achieve your goals. I welcome telephone/online consultations to give you the opportunity chat with me and decide if I am the right person for you!
01506 539564 View 01506 539564

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Shirlae Carruthers
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Lanark ML11
I can help you with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, loss and bereavement, stress, suicidal thoughts and relationship issues. I am a passionate believer in a 'Person Centred Approach' and the positive effect this type of counselling can have on a person. Having a safe space to talk about yourself and your life, where no judgement is made, will enable you to find your way back to a more positive way of being.
I can help you with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, loss and bereavement, stress, suicidal thoughts and relationship issues. I am a passionate believer in a 'Person Centred Approach' and the positive effect this type of counselling can have on a person. Having a safe space to talk about yourself and your life, where no judgement is made, will enable you to find your way back to a more positive way of being.
0131 357 6295 View 0131 357 6295
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Counselling for you
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livingston EH54
If you are reading this statement then you are considering counselling for either you or someone close. Sometimes we all need help with coping with life either with past or present issues. These issues and how we currently manage them can prevent us from moving forward. They can also make us feel not too good about ourselves, others and the world. They can impact on our day to day life and relationships. My role is to work with you to create a balance in your life to enable you to move forward. I am also a qualified brain spotting therapist. This is a talk therapy that reveals unprocessed traumas through the use of the visual field.
If you are reading this statement then you are considering counselling for either you or someone close. Sometimes we all need help with coping with life either with past or present issues. These issues and how we currently manage them can prevent us from moving forward. They can also make us feel not too good about ourselves, others and the world. They can impact on our day to day life and relationships. My role is to work with you to create a balance in your life to enable you to move forward. I am also a qualified brain spotting therapist. This is a talk therapy that reveals unprocessed traumas through the use of the visual field.
01324 374528 View 01324 374528
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Cary Taylor
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Verified Verified
Livingston EH54
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.
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.
07717 751964 View 07717 751964
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Sam Roger
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Linlithgow EH49
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself or others? Struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or repeating patterns of behaviour that leave you stuck and overwhelmed? Do you long to break free from these challenges and rediscover your inner strength? If so, I can help. As an experienced psychotherapist, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where we can work together to achieve mental clarity and move toward a calmer life. My focus is on ensuring you feel secure during the toughest moments of therapy, supporting you as we navigate your journey to healing.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself or others? Struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or repeating patterns of behaviour that leave you stuck and overwhelmed? Do you long to break free from these challenges and rediscover your inner strength? If so, I can help. As an experienced psychotherapist, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where we can work together to achieve mental clarity and move toward a calmer life. My focus is on ensuring you feel secure during the toughest moments of therapy, supporting you as we navigate your journey to healing.
01383 669765 View 01383 669765
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Anne Davie
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Broxburn EH52  (Online Only)
I am very interested to hear your story, to know what has happened to you and to focus on your recovery and well-being. Nothing is ever inconsequential, even the slightest concern is important, as are you. I am confident that in working together therapeutically with you, you can make the necessary changes in your life.
I am very interested to hear your story, to know what has happened to you and to focus on your recovery and well-being. Nothing is ever inconsequential, even the slightest concern is important, as are you. I am confident that in working together therapeutically with you, you can make the necessary changes in your life.
01506 353969 View 01506 353969
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Mairi Rowan Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
East Calder EH53  (Online Only)
Whatever you are struggling with right now, I know how hard it can be to find someone to talk to. You may still be carrying emotional hurt and pain from past life experiences or finding it hard to cope with more recent life changes or events. Or perhaps you are feeling lost, confused and alone in your life and are no longer experiencing true happiness or enjoyment in the things that you do. All of this may be leading to conflict and tension in your close relationships, having a negative impact on your self-confidence and sense of self-worth, and making you feel more irritable, anxious or depressed day to day.
Whatever you are struggling with right now, I know how hard it can be to find someone to talk to. You may still be carrying emotional hurt and pain from past life experiences or finding it hard to cope with more recent life changes or events. Or perhaps you are feeling lost, confused and alone in your life and are no longer experiencing true happiness or enjoyment in the things that you do. All of this may be leading to conflict and tension in your close relationships, having a negative impact on your self-confidence and sense of self-worth, and making you feel more irritable, anxious or depressed day to day.
01934 311531 View 01934 311531
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Emilie Rousseau
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Livingston EH54  (Online Only)
Hello there! My name is Emilie, I am a fully qualified CBT therapist and I am here to help. I believe that everyone’s issues are valid, and we are all entitled to some understanding, empathy and support when going through difficult times. My job is to help you get some clarity, focus and respite from the troubling situations you may be experiencing. I will provide you with a safe and non-judgmental space where we will explore what is going on for you and where you will learn ways to cope with your difficult feelings and thoughts in a safe and healthy way.
Hello there! My name is Emilie, I am a fully qualified CBT therapist and I am here to help. I believe that everyone’s issues are valid, and we are all entitled to some understanding, empathy and support when going through difficult times. My job is to help you get some clarity, focus and respite from the troubling situations you may be experiencing. I will provide you with a safe and non-judgmental space where we will explore what is going on for you and where you will learn ways to cope with your difficult feelings and thoughts in a safe and healthy way.
01382 919526 View 01382 919526
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Lauren Carter
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Livingston EH53  (Online Only)
If you are reading this, then I imagine that you’re going through a difficult time, whether that’s caused by a past issue, or something more current. Perhaps you’re looking for some help to change direction in your life, or you would like to understand yourself better. It takes courage to take the step into counselling and self-exploration, but you don’t need to do it alone - I can help you. I have worked as a counsellor since 2010, both in various community and private organisations in the U.K. and in the U.S., providing counselling to individuals, groups, couples, and families.
If you are reading this, then I imagine that you’re going through a difficult time, whether that’s caused by a past issue, or something more current. Perhaps you’re looking for some help to change direction in your life, or you would like to understand yourself better. It takes courage to take the step into counselling and self-exploration, but you don’t need to do it alone - I can help you. I have worked as a counsellor since 2010, both in various community and private organisations in the U.K. and in the U.S., providing counselling to individuals, groups, couples, and families.
01506 353981 View 01506 353981
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Rabya Mahmood
Psychotherapist, MSc, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Bathgate EH47  (Online Only)
Taking the first step into seeking help for your own mental health can be extremely daunting. You might feel like you are alone in your struggles or have no one to listen to you. These difficulties can impact every aspect of your life and prevent you from living in healthy and fulfilling way. Talking therapy can help you express the way you truly feel and give you the safe space to make sense of what is happening. It can be a place where you can discover different ways to cope, manage and address those issues which will lead to positive changes.
Taking the first step into seeking help for your own mental health can be extremely daunting. You might feel like you are alone in your struggles or have no one to listen to you. These difficulties can impact every aspect of your life and prevent you from living in healthy and fulfilling way. Talking therapy can help you express the way you truly feel and give you the safe space to make sense of what is happening. It can be a place where you can discover different ways to cope, manage and address those issues which will lead to positive changes.
0131 381 7065 View 0131 381 7065
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Sheena Miller
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Verified Verified
Linlithgow EH49
Navigating life can be difficult. Sometimes we’re not even aware of how much energy we are putting into just getting through the day, that "wading through treacle" feeling taking everything we have to just to get by. On top of this, the challenges and distressing experiences that occur as part of life can all seem too much. Understanding yourself and your responses, relationally, emotionally, physically and mentally can bring you closer to yourself and give you the grounding and resilience you need to weather the storms.
Navigating life can be difficult. Sometimes we’re not even aware of how much energy we are putting into just getting through the day, that "wading through treacle" feeling taking everything we have to just to get by. On top of this, the challenges and distressing experiences that occur as part of life can all seem too much. Understanding yourself and your responses, relationally, emotionally, physically and mentally can bring you closer to yourself and give you the grounding and resilience you need to weather the storms.
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Edinburgh & Lothian Counselling Services
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Ratho EH28
Working with individual and couples, I can help you explore the issues you are experiencing in your personal life, romantic relationships, friendships or career. Perhaps you have low self-esteem, are worried about your sexual relationship or notice that you keep making the same poor choices. Do you struggle to connect with others or notice you sabotage relationships? Perhaps you are having an affair and don't see a way forward. Whatever you are struggling with, consider reaching out and taking the first step towards a new you. I offer a safe, non-judgemental & confidential space face to face or online. £60 one-to-one, £80 couples
Working with individual and couples, I can help you explore the issues you are experiencing in your personal life, romantic relationships, friendships or career. Perhaps you have low self-esteem, are worried about your sexual relationship or notice that you keep making the same poor choices. Do you struggle to connect with others or notice you sabotage relationships? Perhaps you are having an affair and don't see a way forward. Whatever you are struggling with, consider reaching out and taking the first step towards a new you. I offer a safe, non-judgemental & confidential space face to face or online. £60 one-to-one, £80 couples
0131 510 1396 View 0131 510 1396
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Jodi McNeill CBT Counselling
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livingston EH53  (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Jodi and I’m a qualified CBT therapist, able to work with adults and young people. I use evidence based cognitive behavioural therapy techniques in the treatment of a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, panic, low self-esteem and PTSD. Where appropriate, I may integrate techniques informed by other therapies. Whether you know what you’d like help with, or just feel ‘stuck’ or ‘not yourself’, I provide an opportunity for you to explore your problems, understand the approach and rationale for techniques used, and teach you to apply these in your everyday life, in order to improve your psychological well-being.
Hello, I'm Jodi and I’m a qualified CBT therapist, able to work with adults and young people. I use evidence based cognitive behavioural therapy techniques in the treatment of a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, panic, low self-esteem and PTSD. Where appropriate, I may integrate techniques informed by other therapies. Whether you know what you’d like help with, or just feel ‘stuck’ or ‘not yourself’, I provide an opportunity for you to explore your problems, understand the approach and rationale for techniques used, and teach you to apply these in your everyday life, in order to improve your psychological well-being.
01651 265991 View 01651 265991
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Ellen Higgins
Psychotherapist, MSc, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Livingston EH54
I provide a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space to explore your inner thoughts and feelings. As an Art Psychotherapist, I offer the opportunity to make art in my sessions to provide a way to communicate without words and explore new and creative ways to understanding the self.
I provide a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space to explore your inner thoughts and feelings. As an Art Psychotherapist, I offer the opportunity to make art in my sessions to provide a way to communicate without words and explore new and creative ways to understanding the self.
01764 915908 View 01764 915908
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Melissa Favre-Lorraine
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Linlithgow EH49  (Online Only)
Maybe you've spent years feeling like you had to be someone else—constantly trying to meet the expectations of others. Whether it’s unresolved trauma, attachment wounds, or the weight of anxiety and depression, it can leave you feeling disconnected from your true self. You might find yourself stuck in people-pleasing, overworking, masking, or repressing your emotions. Coping can turn into unhealthy patterns like self-harming, developing addictions, OCD, or eating disorders. Together, we can unravel those patterns, understand how your past is shaping your present, and help you develop what you need to feel good in your own skin.
Maybe you've spent years feeling like you had to be someone else—constantly trying to meet the expectations of others. Whether it’s unresolved trauma, attachment wounds, or the weight of anxiety and depression, it can leave you feeling disconnected from your true self. You might find yourself stuck in people-pleasing, overworking, masking, or repressing your emotions. Coping can turn into unhealthy patterns like self-harming, developing addictions, OCD, or eating disorders. Together, we can unravel those patterns, understand how your past is shaping your present, and help you develop what you need to feel good in your own skin.
0131 322 0964 View 0131 322 0964
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Seren Foster
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Bathgate EH48
I offer a compassionate space where we can explore the intricacies of your life. Whether you face daily obstacles or deep-rooted challenges, together we can work through them. In a fast-paced world that relentlessly impacts us, it can be challenging to find emotional and physical space for oneself and to acknowledge personal feelings. That is where I can provide support. My approach is rooted in building a therapeutic relationship with my clients, focusing on establishing a secure and nurturing alliance. From there, we explore how past experiences and relationships shape your present choices, values, and beliefs.
I offer a compassionate space where we can explore the intricacies of your life. Whether you face daily obstacles or deep-rooted challenges, together we can work through them. In a fast-paced world that relentlessly impacts us, it can be challenging to find emotional and physical space for oneself and to acknowledge personal feelings. That is where I can provide support. My approach is rooted in building a therapeutic relationship with my clients, focusing on establishing a secure and nurturing alliance. From there, we explore how past experiences and relationships shape your present choices, values, and beliefs.
01506 379861 View 01506 379861
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Margaret Rose Gibson
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Linlithgow EH49
I am an experienced Counsellor, Hypnotherapist, BWRT practitioner and Advanced Clinical Supervisor including Online and Telephone Counselling. I have worked across all age groups in a variety of settings. My counselling, Hypnotherapy and BWRT practice is built on expereince and an extensive understanding of child development, special educational needs, adult mental health practice and perinatal care .
I am an experienced Counsellor, Hypnotherapist, BWRT practitioner and Advanced Clinical Supervisor including Online and Telephone Counselling. I have worked across all age groups in a variety of settings. My counselling, Hypnotherapy and BWRT practice is built on expereince and an extensive understanding of child development, special educational needs, adult mental health practice and perinatal care .
01506 243421 View 01506 243421

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Female Counsellors

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.