In Person Counselling in Aberdeen

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Dr Vivian Tu
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBACP
Verified Verified
Aberdeen AB10
Are you feeling trapped, stuck and finding it difficult to get out of bed in the morning? The daily life feels tasteless and numb to you. You seem to remember who you used to be, but who you are, at this stage, uneasy, emotional, is very foreign to you. On the counselling journey with me, I will explore and assist you to trace down to the rootcauses of these symptoms (e.g. palpitations, panic, low mood, anger), and release the stuck parts in you from the past memories and present experiences.
Are you feeling trapped, stuck and finding it difficult to get out of bed in the morning? The daily life feels tasteless and numb to you. You seem to remember who you used to be, but who you are, at this stage, uneasy, emotional, is very foreign to you. On the counselling journey with me, I will explore and assist you to trace down to the rootcauses of these symptoms (e.g. palpitations, panic, low mood, anger), and release the stuck parts in you from the past memories and present experiences.
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Samia Gaskell
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Aberdeen AB10
Therapy is a space where your story—no matter how big or small—matters. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, family issues, challenges in relationships, low self-esteem, or life transitions, therapy offers you a place to pause and reflect. Life is unpredictable, and no two experiences are the same. That’s why I don’t use a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we’ll work together to find what fits you best.
Therapy is a space where your story—no matter how big or small—matters. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, family issues, challenges in relationships, low self-esteem, or life transitions, therapy offers you a place to pause and reflect. Life is unpredictable, and no two experiences are the same. That’s why I don’t use a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we’ll work together to find what fits you best.
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Jenny Thomson
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Aberdeen AB12
With years of experience working in mental health delivering psychological interventions with the NHS, group therapy in private practice, and social work, I have a depth of knowledge and experience working with people seeking support for stress, anxiety, low mood, PTSD, OCD, panic, worry and thoughts of suicide. I am a LGBTQIA-friendly therapist and provide a non-judgemental service. My background offers me insight into the influence of social as well as psychological factors on individuals and their mental and emotional well-being. I have several years experience of working for a NHS Primary Care Team (Band 7)
With years of experience working in mental health delivering psychological interventions with the NHS, group therapy in private practice, and social work, I have a depth of knowledge and experience working with people seeking support for stress, anxiety, low mood, PTSD, OCD, panic, worry and thoughts of suicide. I am a LGBTQIA-friendly therapist and provide a non-judgemental service. My background offers me insight into the influence of social as well as psychological factors on individuals and their mental and emotional well-being. I have several years experience of working for a NHS Primary Care Team (Band 7)
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Anne Thompson
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Aberdeen AB10
Need space to talk? I’m Anne a qualified counsellor. I’m here to support you will life difficulties and struggles. I try to offer a safe and non-judgemental space where we can explore your thoughts, feelings, emotions, experiences and behaviours together. These can be linked to the past, present or future. In the therapy space empathy, acceptance and congruence is offered. A selection of therapeutic tools can be used such as cognitive behaviour worksheets, mindfulness exercises, motivational intervention, emotional regulation techniques, inner child and attachment work, planning and goal setting.
Need space to talk? I’m Anne a qualified counsellor. I’m here to support you will life difficulties and struggles. I try to offer a safe and non-judgemental space where we can explore your thoughts, feelings, emotions, experiences and behaviours together. These can be linked to the past, present or future. In the therapy space empathy, acceptance and congruence is offered. A selection of therapeutic tools can be used such as cognitive behaviour worksheets, mindfulness exercises, motivational intervention, emotional regulation techniques, inner child and attachment work, planning and goal setting.
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Meghan Garrity Donnelly
Counsellor, MSc
Verified Verified
Aberdeen AB10
Hi, I'm Meghan. If you're looking to explore and process your emotions, situations, and experiences feel free to reach out. I work with adults and young adults to explore what feels right for them and how to step forward to achieve their goals. I have experience working with depression, trauma, relationship problems, domestic abuse, cultural adjustment, university and college stress, and more. Before moving to Aberdeen I lived in China, South Korea, and Japan for 12 years and volunteered on a crisis line where I spoke to people from all walks of life. I'd be happy to work with you.
Hi, I'm Meghan. If you're looking to explore and process your emotions, situations, and experiences feel free to reach out. I work with adults and young adults to explore what feels right for them and how to step forward to achieve their goals. I have experience working with depression, trauma, relationship problems, domestic abuse, cultural adjustment, university and college stress, and more. Before moving to Aberdeen I lived in China, South Korea, and Japan for 12 years and volunteered on a crisis line where I spoke to people from all walks of life. I'd be happy to work with you.
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Clare at reallygoodcounselling
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Verified Verified
Aberdeen AB15
I'm here for all women. Everyone experiences difficulties and everyone, of any gender or identity, is welcome at my person-centred practice. But women and girls face challenges in their own unique way. Your journey through life can be fraught with subtle and specific nuance, whether physical, psychological, emotional, financial, societal, sexual or general. With over two decades of experience working with women, I am here to support you whatever challenge, issue or struggle you may be facing. Personal, professional, deeply private, or a combination of all.
I'm here for all women. Everyone experiences difficulties and everyone, of any gender or identity, is welcome at my person-centred practice. But women and girls face challenges in their own unique way. Your journey through life can be fraught with subtle and specific nuance, whether physical, psychological, emotional, financial, societal, sexual or general. With over two decades of experience working with women, I am here to support you whatever challenge, issue or struggle you may be facing. Personal, professional, deeply private, or a combination of all.
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Specialist Therapies
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Aberdeen AB25
For anxiety and mood problems we can work together for your recovery. Only evidenced approaches are used so that you can be assured that you are doing the right thing. You are important, and so is your recovery. I have been working successfully in mental health recovery for a number of years, including the teaching and training of other therapists. We begin by having a shared understanding of your problem. We work together using techniques that are demonstrated to be successful. Therapy can be either face-to-face or virtual. it's time to make the right move. it's time to move on, and we can do it! The Future Belongs to You.
For anxiety and mood problems we can work together for your recovery. Only evidenced approaches are used so that you can be assured that you are doing the right thing. You are important, and so is your recovery. I have been working successfully in mental health recovery for a number of years, including the teaching and training of other therapists. We begin by having a shared understanding of your problem. We work together using techniques that are demonstrated to be successful. Therapy can be either face-to-face or virtual. it's time to make the right move. it's time to move on, and we can do it! The Future Belongs to You.
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Dr Derek Mitchell
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Aberdeen AB11
I'm pragmatic, down-to-earth, and collaborative. I view us as a team working together to understand and address the challenges you face. I bring experience in helping others with similar issues, along with useful ideas and techniques from psychology. You bring your unique life experience and self-knowledge, and together, we discover what works best for you.
I'm pragmatic, down-to-earth, and collaborative. I view us as a team working together to understand and address the challenges you face. I bring experience in helping others with similar issues, along with useful ideas and techniques from psychology. You bring your unique life experience and self-knowledge, and together, we discover what works best for you.
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Aberdeen Reflection Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Aberdeen AB11
Hello, Welcome to Aberdeen Reflection Counselling I am Nic, an Accredited Person-Centred & Offshore Counsellor with 17 years of experience. I specialise in working with people who are stressed, depressed, struggling with their anxiety, and understanding anger and work-related issues. I am also an experienced offshore counsellor and understand the stress and strains of the oil industry. I believe counselling works because I too have been through the process and seen the changes in the people I have helped. If you want to know more, go to aberdeenreflectioncounselling.com or drop me an email, I will answer any question you have.
Hello, Welcome to Aberdeen Reflection Counselling I am Nic, an Accredited Person-Centred & Offshore Counsellor with 17 years of experience. I specialise in working with people who are stressed, depressed, struggling with their anxiety, and understanding anger and work-related issues. I am also an experienced offshore counsellor and understand the stress and strains of the oil industry. I believe counselling works because I too have been through the process and seen the changes in the people I have helped. If you want to know more, go to aberdeenreflectioncounselling.com or drop me an email, I will answer any question you have.
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Maria Jones Clinical Psychology Services Ltd
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Aberdeen AB15
You may be struggling with a new issue, or have a longstanding problem that periodically resurfaces. Psychological therapy is about change. Listening is at the heart of my therapeutic approach, which provides a safe environment for change. We will work together to create clear goals for therapy, and regularly explore steps towards these goals. By working collaboratively, we will identify what is causing your distress and what maintains it. Self awareness, and awareness of factors that contribute to distress, are golden keys to empowerment and psychological resilience, and provide a way to restore balance and harmony in your life.
You may be struggling with a new issue, or have a longstanding problem that periodically resurfaces. Psychological therapy is about change. Listening is at the heart of my therapeutic approach, which provides a safe environment for change. We will work together to create clear goals for therapy, and regularly explore steps towards these goals. By working collaboratively, we will identify what is causing your distress and what maintains it. Self awareness, and awareness of factors that contribute to distress, are golden keys to empowerment and psychological resilience, and provide a way to restore balance and harmony in your life.
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Emma Louise Longhurst
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Aberdeen AB10
With a strong foundation in Person-Centered Counseling and Psychotherapy, I employ an integrative approach that specialises in Trauma-Informed Narrative Therapy.
I specialise in various areas, including but not limited to abuse, addiction, anger management, anxiety, bereavement, child-related issues, cultural issues, depression, identity, stress, pregnancy-related issues, relationships, self-esteem, self-harm, spiritual abuse, spirituality, and trauma. My expertise in these areas allows me to tailor therapy to meet the unique needs and goals of each client, promoting their overall well-being and personal development.
With a strong foundation in Person-Centered Counseling and Psychotherapy, I employ an integrative approach that specialises in Trauma-Informed Narrative Therapy.
I specialise in various areas, including but not limited to abuse, addiction, anger management, anxiety, bereavement, child-related issues, cultural issues, depression, identity, stress, pregnancy-related issues, relationships, self-esteem, self-harm, spiritual abuse, spirituality, and trauma. My expertise in these areas allows me to tailor therapy to meet the unique needs and goals of each client, promoting their overall well-being and personal development.
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Green Meadows Counselling - Moira Mackenzie
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Aberdeen AB10
I have a Post Graduate Diploma in Person Centered Counselling from the University of Aberdeen.
Appointments currently available in Aberdeen and Westhill rooms, please contact me directly for more details. I work with adults of all ages, genders, ethnicities and backgrounds. I have personal interest and experience working across neurodiversity, childhood trauma, narcissistic abuse and sexual abuse.
I have a Post Graduate Diploma in Person Centered Counselling from the University of Aberdeen.
Appointments currently available in Aberdeen and Westhill rooms, please contact me directly for more details. I work with adults of all ages, genders, ethnicities and backgrounds. I have personal interest and experience working across neurodiversity, childhood trauma, narcissistic abuse and sexual abuse.
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Shona Rencontre
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Aberdeen AB15
At certain times in our lives, we all need support. I aim to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where I will work closely with you to explore feelings which are holding you back or causing difficulty in day-to-day life. Being properly heard will allow you to find answers and together we will find a way forward. I trained as a Person-Centred Counsellor at the University of Strathclyde from 1995-7. After working purely in counselling for 2 years, I went on to train as a teacher and have worked in education for 24 years. My background naturally led me into the role of Guidance Teacher. I returned to one-to-one counselling in 2022.
At certain times in our lives, we all need support. I aim to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where I will work closely with you to explore feelings which are holding you back or causing difficulty in day-to-day life. Being properly heard will allow you to find answers and together we will find a way forward. I trained as a Person-Centred Counsellor at the University of Strathclyde from 1995-7. After working purely in counselling for 2 years, I went on to train as a teacher and have worked in education for 24 years. My background naturally led me into the role of Guidance Teacher. I returned to one-to-one counselling in 2022.
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Rhona Gough
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Aberdeen AB15
Life can bring loss, change and many challenges, and it is understandable that at times we might look for support in facing them. I aim to provide a safe confidential space to help you on your journey of self discovery; to enable you to examine your life and make new meaningful choices within it. I offer counselling to adults and young people, meeting face-to-face when COVID regulations permit and by telephone and online, which enables those at a geographic distance to connect with me. I also work for Aberdeen University offering counselling and facilitating psychoeducational workshops to the wider university community.
Life can bring loss, change and many challenges, and it is understandable that at times we might look for support in facing them. I aim to provide a safe confidential space to help you on your journey of self discovery; to enable you to examine your life and make new meaningful choices within it. I offer counselling to adults and young people, meeting face-to-face when COVID regulations permit and by telephone and online, which enables those at a geographic distance to connect with me. I also work for Aberdeen University offering counselling and facilitating psychoeducational workshops to the wider university community.
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Grace Doris
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Aberdeen AB22
Life can be complex and from time to time you may look for someone to journey with you and support you for a while as you find a way to deal with certain challenges and difficulties. You may be dealing with difficult emotions like anxiety, depression, anger or worry which is affecting your peace of mind and happiness and would like to explore new skills, strategies and solutions to get through this. Or perhaps you may be looking for ways to enhance your life, build resilience or deal with life changes and transitions. Maybe you would like to find healing from trauma, or deal with intercultural, racial, or spiritual concerns.
Life can be complex and from time to time you may look for someone to journey with you and support you for a while as you find a way to deal with certain challenges and difficulties. You may be dealing with difficult emotions like anxiety, depression, anger or worry which is affecting your peace of mind and happiness and would like to explore new skills, strategies and solutions to get through this. Or perhaps you may be looking for ways to enhance your life, build resilience or deal with life changes and transitions. Maybe you would like to find healing from trauma, or deal with intercultural, racial, or spiritual concerns.
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Alita Beaser
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Aberdeen AB15
I have training in Person-Centred Theory, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Radically-Open Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and trauma informed care.
Are you in a place where things just aren't working for you anymore? Are you ready to take charge of your healing journey? I specialize in working with those struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, trauma, eating disorders, self-harm, and low self-esteem. I have a special interest in those going through major life transitions, such as university students and expats. My deepest desire is that you feel safe to show up authentically, are supported in your vulnerability, and leave each session equipped with tools to help you accomplish your goals.
I have training in Person-Centred Theory, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Radically-Open Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and trauma informed care.
Are you in a place where things just aren't working for you anymore? Are you ready to take charge of your healing journey? I specialize in working with those struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, trauma, eating disorders, self-harm, and low self-esteem. I have a special interest in those going through major life transitions, such as university students and expats. My deepest desire is that you feel safe to show up authentically, are supported in your vulnerability, and leave each session equipped with tools to help you accomplish your goals.
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Oskars Grins
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Aberdeen AB10
Only with knowing yourself as you are and the root of your distress can you make positive changes. Person or client-centred therapy is a talking therapy based on the view that everyone has the capacity and underlying desire for personal growth, given the right conditions. As a therapist, I embody and offer such conditions of unconditional positive regard, empathy, and congruence in order to help you come to terms with any negative or overwhelming feelings and to change, develop, and grow in accordance with the best interests of yourself.
Only with knowing yourself as you are and the root of your distress can you make positive changes. Person or client-centred therapy is a talking therapy based on the view that everyone has the capacity and underlying desire for personal growth, given the right conditions. As a therapist, I embody and offer such conditions of unconditional positive regard, empathy, and congruence in order to help you come to terms with any negative or overwhelming feelings and to change, develop, and grow in accordance with the best interests of yourself.
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Patricia McIntosh
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Aberdeen AB15
Want to find a way forward that works for you? If you are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, bereavement, bullying, relationship difficulties, trauma, family issues, lack of self-esteem, current or historic abuse. From time to time everyone struggles and together we can find a way forward that works for you and your life.
Want to find a way forward that works for you? If you are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, bereavement, bullying, relationship difficulties, trauma, family issues, lack of self-esteem, current or historic abuse. From time to time everyone struggles and together we can find a way forward that works for you and your life.
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Susan McQuaker
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Verified Verified
Aberdeen AB10
Hello, I am a Psychotherapist, EMDR practitioner and Dramatherapist. In therapy, participants are supported to use creative expression to set goals, solve problems, express feelings and achieve improved mental health. Together in therapy there will be opportunities to consider how your personal life informs the way you experience the world. My work is influenced by trauma-informed approaches, which allow us to look at ourselves and understand why we may suffer. I am also a qualified secondary school teacher with extensive experience of working with people with trauma, autism, ADHD, anxiety, bereavement and loss.
Hello, I am a Psychotherapist, EMDR practitioner and Dramatherapist. In therapy, participants are supported to use creative expression to set goals, solve problems, express feelings and achieve improved mental health. Together in therapy there will be opportunities to consider how your personal life informs the way you experience the world. My work is influenced by trauma-informed approaches, which allow us to look at ourselves and understand why we may suffer. I am also a qualified secondary school teacher with extensive experience of working with people with trauma, autism, ADHD, anxiety, bereavement and loss.
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GMS Counselling
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Verified Verified
Aberdeen AB15
In a world where we have so many avenues to communicate with others, it seems like no one is actually listening which can create a sense of loneliness and isolation. You don't want to burden others with your issues, it's too personal, or they have their own. But just having that space for you, regularly, with someone who you know will show empathy, respect and honesty, who will give you time to process issues that are preventing you from moving on is a space you really need.
In a world where we have so many avenues to communicate with others, it seems like no one is actually listening which can create a sense of loneliness and isolation. You don't want to burden others with your issues, it's too personal, or they have their own. But just having that space for you, regularly, with someone who you know will show empathy, respect and honesty, who will give you time to process issues that are preventing you from moving on is a space you really need.
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