Recommended Therapists

Name: Valerie Barr (She/Her)

Accredited: Awaiting Accreditation with the BACP

Registered: Yes - BACP - 398469

Therapy: Counselling and CBT

Ages Served: 13+

Location: Kilmarnock and Online/Phone

Insurers: Private Clients Only

ISO Certified: Yes - ZA783503

Insured: Yes

Telephone: 07988 734581

Email: Info@dynamicdiamond.co.uk

Website: https://www.dynamicdiamond.co.uk/

Speciality or area of interest: As an experienced Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, I offer both individual therapy and therapeutic group sessions. Located in Ayrshire, I can provide services through face-to-face sessions as well as over the telephone and Zoom to clients across the UK and internationally. I specialise in a broad spectrum of mental health issues, supporting clients aged 13 and above. My experience encompasses areas such as addiction, depression, anxiety, OCD, stress, abuse, and issues related to self-worth, self-esteem, and self-confidence. Furthermore, I have a keen interest in working with all aspects of the Adoption Triad. Life's challenges can be overwhelming, particularly when faced with our own thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, which can provoke fear and internal strife. I am committed to providing a non-judgemental environment, creating a safe and nurturing space where you can freely discuss your personal concerns. If you're considering therapy, please get in touch. I offer a free informal telephone consultation before you commit to booking a session. This allows us to discuss your needs and how I can help. Let's work together to find effective strategies for managing your mental health concerns.

Name: Clare Elliot (She/Her)

Accredited: Yes - Registered Member MBACP (Accred)

Registered: Yes - BACP 167087

Therapy: Counselling and Psychotherapy

Ages Served: 11+

Location: Biggar and Online/Phone

Insurers: Private Clients Only

ISO Certified: ZA401745

Insured: Yes

Telephone: 07903 318726

Email: clare@clareelliotcounselling.co.uk

Website: https://clareelliotcounselling.co.uk/

Speciality or area of interest: My name is Clare Elliot and I am a fully qualified and experienced Integrative Person Centred Psychotherapist/Counsellor providing face to face counselling and therapy within Biggar, Lanarkshire and online and telephone counselling to clients throughout the whole of the UK. I offer counselling to adults 18 years +, young people and children (aged 11 years – 18 years). I work with people who are looking for ways of managing uncomfortable emotions or difficult situations in their lives, struggling with certain aspects of life, or maybe just all of it. Counselling is an option for people who wish to attend to their self care and general well being and support their emotional health and promote their personal growth. There is sometimes an assumption that counselling is only for people who have mental health issues (such as anxiety, depression or a serious mental health condition) and that a person has to be in crisis before counselling may be considered as an option of help. Counselling is an option for anyone who feels talking to a trained and skilled listener might be helpful. Counselling offers a safe, confidential space that’s just for you, to talk about the things you want to talk about.

Name: Katrina Johnson (She/Her)

Accredited: Yes - Registered Member MBACP (Accred)

Registered: Yes - BACP - 51081

Therapy: Counselling and Psychotherapy

Ages Served: 12+

Location: Head Of Muir, Stirlingshire or Online/Phone

Insurers: BUPA and Private Clients

ISO Certified: Yes - ZA77990

Insured: Yes

Telephone: 07566 842363

Email: katrina@kjcounselling.co.uk

Website: https://kjcounselling.co.uk/

Speciality or area of interest: Hello! My name is Katrina Johnson. I am an experienced counsellor helping people 12+ to have the confidence to live life fully and to love who you are. I can help you to process and understand what things mean to you, supporting your mental health and wellbeing, giving you a better sense of self. Counselling is the ultimate self-care. Putting yourself first is not selfish, but an act of love to take care of you. Setting a self-care boundary to talk about you and your significant others, can make such a difference to the way you think and feel. It can rebuild your energies and can improve relationships. Counselling can help carve out time for you to reduce stress and help to value you. You deserve it, you are enough.

Name: Jordan Ray - (She/Her) Branch Beyond Therapy

Accredited: No - (Working Towards Accreditation with the BABCP)

Registered: Yes - Registered Member MBACP - 404644

Therapy: Counselling and CBT

Ages Served: 18+

Location: Glasgow & Lanarkshire - Online/Phone

Insurers: Private Clients Only

ISO Certified: Yes - ZB662019

Insured: Yes

Telephone: 07360 161391

Email: Jordan.ray.cbt@outlook.com

Website: https://www.branchbeyondtherapy.co.uk

Speciality or area of interest: I’m a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and my mission is to help you overcome whatever is holding you back from living the life you want. I provide a safe, confidential space, free from judgement for you to share what's going on for you and set goals for what you would like to be different moving forward. Together we can create an individual plan tailored to your goals and throughout our sessions, we work on strategies that empower you to make the changes you want to see for yourself. You are already searching for a therapist which is a huge step towards change! I can support you to become a master of your thoughts and to take control of those moments when anxiety tries to steal your peace. I can support you if you feel like you want to get a handle on certain habits or behaviours that aren’t helpful to you. We can work together on letting go of any self-doubt and build your confidence and resilience.

Name: Jade Officer (She/Her)

Accredited: Yes - BACP - 386903

Registered: Yes - Registered Member MBACP (Accred) - 386903

Therapy: Counselling and CBT

Ages Served: 14+

Location: Larkhall and Online/Phone

Insurers: Private Clients Only

ISO Certified: ZA775137

Insured: Yes

Telephone: 07840 503341

Email: Jade@all-ears.co.uk

Website: https://all-ears.co.uk/

Speciality or area of interest: I am a registered and accredited member of The British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and follow their code of ethics accordingly . As with all therapists, I engage in monthly supervision to help strengthen and regulate my practice. I am fully insured to practice and all qualifications, insurances and certificates are available to view upon request. I provide a safe and compassionate space for you to explore your distress, any challenges that you may face or have experienced in your past. You will hopefully finish therapy confidently equipped with the tools to help you lead the life you want and deserve. In our lives we often focus on supporting others, making sure everyone else is OK and we can sometimes neglect ourselves and our own wellbeing. Therapy is about you and your journey, a space to reflect and think about what you want from life.

Name: Satinder Panesar (She/Her)

Accredited: Yes - BACP - 26136

Registered: Yes - BACP Registered Member MBACP (Accred) - 26136

Therapy: Counselling and Psychotherapy

Ages Served: 16+

Location: UK - Online/Phone

Insurers: BUPA, AXA , AVIVA & WPA and Private Clients

ISO Certified: ZA391423

Insured: Yes

Telephone: 07832 281310

Email: satinpan4@gmail.com

Website: https://satinderpanesar.com/

Speciality or area of interest: I am a registered accredited member of BACP. I have over 25+ years of working in Third Sector, NHS, Education & Private Sector. I work as a Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor, Trainer & Coach. I work from an Integrative perspective – My Core Training is in Person Centred, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy & Attachment modalities. Over the years I have trained in a variety of additional modalities which I’ve added to my tool kit . This enables me to work uniquely with and individual to meet their needs - Everyone is unique not one modality fits all. Speciality or area of interest: Sexual Trauma - Rape Sexual Assault, CSA, FGM, HBV,DV, - Trauma, Tradition & Culture Language - Fluent in Punjabi - can work with Hindi & Urdu

Name: Ashley Stuart Pollock (He/Him)

Accredited: Yes - Registered Member MBACP (Accred) + NCPS & NCPS CYP Accreditation

Registered: Yes - BACP - 376588, NCPS - NCS23-02310 + CYP Accreditation

Therapy: Counselling and CBT

Ages Served: 11+

Location: Glasgow - Online/Phone

Insurers: Private Clients Only

ISO Certified: ZA379200

Insured: Yes

Telephone: 07519923140

Email: ashleypollock37@gmail.com

Website:

Speciality or area of interest: As an integrative CBT Therapist I work with many mental health problems and have experience working with depression, anxiety, OCD, phobias, abuse, self-esteem, self-worth. social anxiety and many more. I am a highly experienced Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with more than 5,000 client hours. We will work together in a creative way to achieve what is best for you. This may involve using different approaches to help you achieve the change you want. I welcome members of the LGBTQIA+ community and promise a respectful and non-judgemental attitude. I am hold additional accreditation with the NCPS for children and young people. We all struggle with problems in our lives from time to time. I am happy to chat with you over the phone, video or by email, free of charge, Please feel free to contact me so we can discuss how you are feeling.

Name: Marnie King (She/Her)

Accredited: Awaiting Accreditation with the BACP

Registered: Yes - BACP - 377885

Therapy: Counselling and Psychotherapy

Ages Served: 18+

Location: Wishaw or Online/Phone

Insurers: Private Clients Only

ISO Certified: ZA524787

Insured: Yes

Telephone: 07881 425433

Email: Mk4745@aol.com

Website: http://www.mkcounsellingwishaw.co.uk

Speciality or area of interest: Pain which isn't transformed is transferred - Richard Rohr Sometimes we don’t know where to turn as we are overwhelmed and alone but a willingness to engage can offer a different perspective and make better sense of the world. Person centred therapy is especially beneficial as well as supporting you to find your own answers it will increase your confidence as it draws on your own resources. Through looking at your thought processes you can have the opportunity to learn grow and change. Originally from a business background I am well grounded in the realities of life. I also bring my own experiences of life and loss and crucially my empathic understanding of your unique story.

Name: Julie Fraser (She/Her)

Accredited: No - (Working Towards Accreditation with the BABCP)

Registered: Yes - Registered Member MBACP - 396327

Therapy: Counselling and CBT

Ages Served: 16+

Location: Strathaven or Online/Phone

Insurers: Private Clients Only

ISO Certified: Not Registered

Insured: Yes

Telephone: 07312 126267

Email: julesf108@gmail.com

Website:

Speciality or area of interest: At my practice, I offer an amalgamated approach to therapy that incorporates elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) along with a Person-Centered (PCT) approach. While I draw upon CBT principles such as exploring thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, my focus is on creating a client-led, collaborative environment. I emphasize the use of core conditions to facilitate a therapeutic relationship based on empathy, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard. My goal is to empower clients to lead the direction of their therapy and work towards positive change in a supportive and non-judgmental space.

Name: Jenna Forbes (She/Her)

Accredited: No

Registered: Yes - BACP - 00981539

Therapy: Counselling & CBT

Ages Served: 17+

Location: Glasgow or Online/Phone

Insurers: (Private Clients Only)

ISO Certified: ZB549705

Insured: Yes

Telephone: 07837 757022

Email: Jenna@beknowntherapy.co.uk

Website: https://www.beknowntherapy.co.uk

Speciality or area of interest: Trauma, relationships, Anxiety, bereavement, self confidence. LGBT welcoming