Humanistic Counselling in Paisley

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Michelle Dickie Mbacp
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Paisley PA3
I am a professionally qualified Humanistic Counsellor.
Hi my name is michelle and I am aware Choosing to start therapy can often feel daunting and terrifying.  I understand this journey, both from a personal and from a theoretical perspective. So, I just want to say thank you for putting yourself out there, even know you may have feelings of apprehension. 
I am a professionally qualified Humanistic Counsellor.
Hi my name is michelle and I am aware Choosing to start therapy can often feel daunting and terrifying.  I understand this journey, both from a personal and from a theoretical perspective. So, I just want to say thank you for putting yourself out there, even know you may have feelings of apprehension. 
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Elvira Kesoglou
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Paisley PA3  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I understand that it is not always easy to express our worries with those around us. There are times we feel overwhelmed, unable to manage difficulties in our lives, and thus finding ourselves needing a safe space to explore our feelings and thoughts, be heard, and understood. There is no shame in getting help so thank you for taking care of yourself and your mental health by seeking therapy.
I understand that it is not always easy to express our worries with those around us. There are times we feel overwhelmed, unable to manage difficulties in our lives, and thus finding ourselves needing a safe space to explore our feelings and thoughts, be heard, and understood. There is no shame in getting help so thank you for taking care of yourself and your mental health by seeking therapy.
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Rebecca Hepson
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Paisley PA1
I believe that the most important relationship we will have over our lifetime is the relationship that we have with ourselves. Throughout our lives we can come to conclusions about ourselves and others that cause us to feel insecure with who we are and around others. My job as a therapist and life coach is to provide a talking space for you to figure out what is holding you back from achieving the relationships and lifestyle you deserve. The more we understand who we really are, the easier it becomes to truly and deliberately create the life we desire.
I believe that the most important relationship we will have over our lifetime is the relationship that we have with ourselves. Throughout our lives we can come to conclusions about ourselves and others that cause us to feel insecure with who we are and around others. My job as a therapist and life coach is to provide a talking space for you to figure out what is holding you back from achieving the relationships and lifestyle you deserve. The more we understand who we really are, the easier it becomes to truly and deliberately create the life we desire.
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Sam Pattison
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Paisley PA1  (Online Only)
I take a whole picture approach to my therapeutic work, getting to know clients and what is important for them, and why. My approach to working is a beginning-to-end approach, meaning that my focus is taking clients from where they are to where they want to be. I take great enjoyment in helping clients work toward their goals, and in supporting them in achieving a better relationship and understanding of themselves while doing so. I work online in a person-centred way with clients 12 and above. I have experience working with a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, self-harm, self-esteem related issues, trauma and abuse.
I take a whole picture approach to my therapeutic work, getting to know clients and what is important for them, and why. My approach to working is a beginning-to-end approach, meaning that my focus is taking clients from where they are to where they want to be. I take great enjoyment in helping clients work toward their goals, and in supporting them in achieving a better relationship and understanding of themselves while doing so. I work online in a person-centred way with clients 12 and above. I have experience working with a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, self-harm, self-esteem related issues, trauma and abuse.
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Annette Cooper
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Paisley PA1
Hi, I am Annette and I would be happy to work with you. Sometimes life is tough or can feel quite empty. Perhaps you are experiencing issues with family members or in other relationships. There may not always be a clear cut answer and it can be good to have some time just to process your thought and feelings.
Hi, I am Annette and I would be happy to work with you. Sometimes life is tough or can feel quite empty. Perhaps you are experiencing issues with family members or in other relationships. There may not always be a clear cut answer and it can be good to have some time just to process your thought and feelings.
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Dr Jenn Cooper
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Paisley PA2
Waitlist for new clients
As a psychologist, I work with individuals on a range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, stress, self harm, relationship difficulties and more. I utilise a variety of the therapeutic approaches to deliver psychological interventions that are tailored to your individual needs. I strive to work collaboratively with my clients to identify difficulties and goals for change. The therapeutic relationship is core to my practice and my first goal is to provide clients with a safe space in which they can develop trust with me to explore their difficulties.
As a psychologist, I work with individuals on a range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, stress, self harm, relationship difficulties and more. I utilise a variety of the therapeutic approaches to deliver psychological interventions that are tailored to your individual needs. I strive to work collaboratively with my clients to identify difficulties and goals for change. The therapeutic relationship is core to my practice and my first goal is to provide clients with a safe space in which they can develop trust with me to explore their difficulties.
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Jenna Molloy
Counsellor, MSc, BACP
Verified Verified
Paisley PA2
Hi, I’m Jenna. Do you ever find yourself lying awake at night, overwhelmed by your thoughts? Do you experience sadness, anxiety, or stress about certain situations? Perhaps you’ve lost a beloved family pet, find it difficult to concentrate, or feel anger bubbling up unexpectedly. Maybe your sleep patterns are all over the place. If any of this resonates with you, I’m here to help. Taking the first step toward something new can be challenging, and it’s normal to feel uneasy about it. However, I promise to create a space where you’ll be met with compassion, safety, and respect. Our sessions will be non-judgmental and fully centered a
Hi, I’m Jenna. Do you ever find yourself lying awake at night, overwhelmed by your thoughts? Do you experience sadness, anxiety, or stress about certain situations? Perhaps you’ve lost a beloved family pet, find it difficult to concentrate, or feel anger bubbling up unexpectedly. Maybe your sleep patterns are all over the place. If any of this resonates with you, I’m here to help. Taking the first step toward something new can be challenging, and it’s normal to feel uneasy about it. However, I promise to create a space where you’ll be met with compassion, safety, and respect. Our sessions will be non-judgmental and fully centered a
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Arran Southall (Desktop Counselling)
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Paisley PA1
Waitlist for new clients
Are you tired of feeling anxious and depressed? Struggling with a difficult situation? Therapy is an investment in yourself and can enable great change in your life. It would be my privilege to support you in whatever challenge you are facing.
Are you tired of feeling anxious and depressed? Struggling with a difficult situation? Therapy is an investment in yourself and can enable great change in your life. It would be my privilege to support you in whatever challenge you are facing.
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Vicki Allen
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Paisley PA1
I have a particular interest in working with people with relationship problems, including their relationship with their self and, with their own emotions and emotional regulation. This can manifest as social anxiety, with an underlying sense of not being good enough or being odd/not fitting in with other people and society’s expectations. If you struggle with your own identity - not knowing your own likes/dislikes/values (sometimes called codependency), then get in touch. We can explore together what gets in the way of you knowing (and accepting) the real you.
I have a particular interest in working with people with relationship problems, including their relationship with their self and, with their own emotions and emotional regulation. This can manifest as social anxiety, with an underlying sense of not being good enough or being odd/not fitting in with other people and society’s expectations. If you struggle with your own identity - not knowing your own likes/dislikes/values (sometimes called codependency), then get in touch. We can explore together what gets in the way of you knowing (and accepting) the real you.
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Anita counselling service
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Paisley PA2
Counselling is a psychological connection. If you are feeling low, down, mixed up, confused, emotional and feel ready to explore what you are experiencing within a confidential setting, where you can be listened to compassionately to feel understood. The therapeutic relationship is built on trust and safety, offering an non-judgemental acceptance, and empathetic understanding. The process of change develops through your own inner connection with your self, shifting your mindset and reactions into choices of responding. Moving forward in your own empowerment and self-worth, trusting your own decisions, instincts and responses.
Counselling is a psychological connection. If you are feeling low, down, mixed up, confused, emotional and feel ready to explore what you are experiencing within a confidential setting, where you can be listened to compassionately to feel understood. The therapeutic relationship is built on trust and safety, offering an non-judgemental acceptance, and empathetic understanding. The process of change develops through your own inner connection with your self, shifting your mindset and reactions into choices of responding. Moving forward in your own empowerment and self-worth, trusting your own decisions, instincts and responses.
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Colin Marshall
Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Paisley PA1
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.
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.
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Dr Craig Dunn
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Paisley PA1
Hello and thank you for looking into my profile. It can be challenging finding the right therapist amidst a sea of warm faces and shiny profiles full of experience. However, I firmly believe that like any relationship, the therapeutic one needs to feel like a 'good fit' too. This outlook forms the ethos of my therapy practice as a counselling psychologist where I work in collaboration with a client to bring change through the healing properties of a relationship. It is my belief that a supportive, accepting relationship allows for deeper self exploration and long-lasting change.
Hello and thank you for looking into my profile. It can be challenging finding the right therapist amidst a sea of warm faces and shiny profiles full of experience. However, I firmly believe that like any relationship, the therapeutic one needs to feel like a 'good fit' too. This outlook forms the ethos of my therapy practice as a counselling psychologist where I work in collaboration with a client to bring change through the healing properties of a relationship. It is my belief that a supportive, accepting relationship allows for deeper self exploration and long-lasting change.
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Janet Cameron
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Paisley PA1
Hello I am Janet and I am an Integrative Therapist. If you have found your way to my page i imagine you are possibly feeling a little overwhelmed so i will tell you about my practice and what i offer. I provide a safe space to feel seen and heard and offer unconditional positive regard. Our work together will help you to access your own inner resources to empower you to have a better understanding and awareness of why you may currently feel stuck, identify where you ideally would like to be and how i can help you get there to allow you to lead a more fulfilling life and reach your full potential.
Hello I am Janet and I am an Integrative Therapist. If you have found your way to my page i imagine you are possibly feeling a little overwhelmed so i will tell you about my practice and what i offer. I provide a safe space to feel seen and heard and offer unconditional positive regard. Our work together will help you to access your own inner resources to empower you to have a better understanding and awareness of why you may currently feel stuck, identify where you ideally would like to be and how i can help you get there to allow you to lead a more fulfilling life and reach your full potential.
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Evelina - Mind Wellness Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Glasgow G12  (Online Only)
My holistic approach integrates multiple therapeutic modalities such as Gestalt, Humanistic, Psychodynamic, Transpersonal therapy, NLP, mindfulness and energy psychology.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem? I understand how challenging it can be to navigate life's complexities, and I'm here to offer you a safe and compassionate space where you can explore your inner world and embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery. I'm Evelina (Eh-vuh-lee-nuh), an Integrative Therapist and a registered member of the BACP, with a deep commitment to support individuals through their toughest challenges. I specialise in working with adults facing a wide range of issues, from grief and loss to relationship struggles, health issues, trauma, and beyond.
My holistic approach integrates multiple therapeutic modalities such as Gestalt, Humanistic, Psychodynamic, Transpersonal therapy, NLP, mindfulness and energy psychology.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem? I understand how challenging it can be to navigate life's complexities, and I'm here to offer you a safe and compassionate space where you can explore your inner world and embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery. I'm Evelina (Eh-vuh-lee-nuh), an Integrative Therapist and a registered member of the BACP, with a deep commitment to support individuals through their toughest challenges. I specialise in working with adults facing a wide range of issues, from grief and loss to relationship struggles, health issues, trauma, and beyond.
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Alex Oliver
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Glasgow G4
I hold humanistic beliefs which means I believe in your potential and that you are the true expert on yourself.
As a Sports and Exercise Psychologist (in training), I support and empower my clients to overcome challenges faced. Challenges may be anxiety and motivation to engage in exercise or may relate to sporting performance.
I hold humanistic beliefs which means I believe in your potential and that you are the true expert on yourself.
As a Sports and Exercise Psychologist (in training), I support and empower my clients to overcome challenges faced. Challenges may be anxiety and motivation to engage in exercise or may relate to sporting performance.
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Malik Rezzi
Psychotherapist, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
Glasgow G1
My therapeutic approach has been influenced by integrative, humanistic, cognitive behavioural, applied behaviour analysis, meditation, mindfulness-based, psychodynamic therapy, ISTPD etc.
I was born and raised in multicultural societies all my life. Living in several different countries on 3 different continents (United Arab Emirates, Canada, Pakistan, Wales and England) has given me unique knowledge about culturally adapting therapy. It has also taught me to understand and work with many different kinds of people. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship with the client to create a safe and comfortable space to address and potentially alleviate psychological trauma. I have extensive experience adapting contemporary therapy and counselling and tailoring it to unique cultural nuances.
My therapeutic approach has been influenced by integrative, humanistic, cognitive behavioural, applied behaviour analysis, meditation, mindfulness-based, psychodynamic therapy, ISTPD etc.
I was born and raised in multicultural societies all my life. Living in several different countries on 3 different continents (United Arab Emirates, Canada, Pakistan, Wales and England) has given me unique knowledge about culturally adapting therapy. It has also taught me to understand and work with many different kinds of people. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship with the client to create a safe and comfortable space to address and potentially alleviate psychological trauma. I have extensive experience adapting contemporary therapy and counselling and tailoring it to unique cultural nuances.
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Sondous @ yatb.uk (English/Farsi)
Counsellor, MA, BACP
Verified Verified
Glasgow G1
Are you seeking assistance to improve your relationship as a couple? With over a decade of experience as a certified Integrative Counselor, specializing in Person-Centered, Psychodynamic, and Humanistic approaches since 2009, I possess a comprehensive skill set to support you. I also bring expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), and Life Coaching. I offer interventions on both an individual and group basis, accessible via phone, Skype, Zoom, and WhatsApp, in English and Farsi. For more information, visit www.yatb.uk, a platform promoting self-development and unleashing your "best self."
Are you seeking assistance to improve your relationship as a couple? With over a decade of experience as a certified Integrative Counselor, specializing in Person-Centered, Psychodynamic, and Humanistic approaches since 2009, I possess a comprehensive skill set to support you. I also bring expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), and Life Coaching. I offer interventions on both an individual and group basis, accessible via phone, Skype, Zoom, and WhatsApp, in English and Farsi. For more information, visit www.yatb.uk, a platform promoting self-development and unleashing your "best self."
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Dr Richard Golsworthy
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Glasgow G3  (Online Only)
I trained in three primary models - CBT, Psychodynamic and Humanistic approaches.
Hello and welcome. If you are reading this, you are likely feeling in a stuck, difficult or distressing place in your life. We all bring a unique history and mind-set to the life difficulties we encounter. These will have given us strengths to help manage problems, but sometimes we need to discover new ways we might feel, think or act. I think of my specialism as 'stuckness' - whether in emotions, relationships or unhelpful behaviours - which is often expressed in terms such as: anxiety, depression, stress, fear, trauma, low self-esteem, sleep problems, bulimia and binge eating, adjustment to loss, illness & major life changes.
I trained in three primary models - CBT, Psychodynamic and Humanistic approaches.
Hello and welcome. If you are reading this, you are likely feeling in a stuck, difficult or distressing place in your life. We all bring a unique history and mind-set to the life difficulties we encounter. These will have given us strengths to help manage problems, but sometimes we need to discover new ways we might feel, think or act. I think of my specialism as 'stuckness' - whether in emotions, relationships or unhelpful behaviours - which is often expressed in terms such as: anxiety, depression, stress, fear, trauma, low self-esteem, sleep problems, bulimia and binge eating, adjustment to loss, illness & major life changes.
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Lisa Ann Harkins
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glasgow G2
Hi there, thank you for visiting my profile. I am Lisa Ann, an Integrative Humanistic Counsellor; Integrative allows me to draw from a range of different modalities, and apply them to best suit your needs as the client. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients, meaning we will work together on the issues you are experiencing, that are impacting on your mental health. My position as a counsellor is not to tell you what to do. My role is to respectively try to help you work on the issues, you wish to work on, and to find the best possible solutions that will aid you on your journey of healing.
Hi there, thank you for visiting my profile. I am Lisa Ann, an Integrative Humanistic Counsellor; Integrative allows me to draw from a range of different modalities, and apply them to best suit your needs as the client. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients, meaning we will work together on the issues you are experiencing, that are impacting on your mental health. My position as a counsellor is not to tell you what to do. My role is to respectively try to help you work on the issues, you wish to work on, and to find the best possible solutions that will aid you on your journey of healing.
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Indigo Psychology
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Glasgow G3
I am trained in multiple Psychological Therapies including Humanistic, CBT, Psychodynamic amongst other approaches.
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist (HCPC/BPS). I have 16 years experience of working in the NHS and in private practice. I am very experienced in working with a broad range of psychological issues and specialise in depression, anxiety, trauma and many other mental health issues. In therapy I provide a neutral and trusting place in which the client and I both explore what is currently making client's lives difficult and stuck. The aim is to understand what is impacting on the client and to facilitate their move into a more productive and happier sense of themselves. I offer face to face sessions in the West End of Glasgow.
I am trained in multiple Psychological Therapies including Humanistic, CBT, Psychodynamic amongst other approaches.
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist (HCPC/BPS). I have 16 years experience of working in the NHS and in private practice. I am very experienced in working with a broad range of psychological issues and specialise in depression, anxiety, trauma and many other mental health issues. In therapy I provide a neutral and trusting place in which the client and I both explore what is currently making client's lives difficult and stuck. The aim is to understand what is impacting on the client and to facilitate their move into a more productive and happier sense of themselves. I offer face to face sessions in the West End of Glasgow.
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Humanistic Counsellors

How does humanistic therapy work?

One tenet of humanistic therapy is that people are good. The humanistic approach is concerned with a person’s ability to accept oneself. It likewise encourages a person to overcome self-criticism and self-defeating tendencies, as well as disapproval from others. This approach also emphasizes self-actualisation and treating an individual as a whole person. A foundation of this therapy type: The patient is the expert in their life, and treatment often takes the individual’s lead.

Is humanistic therapy evidence-based?

Humanistic therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has found that humanistic therapy can lead to significant improvement, and for some people it can be just as effective as other therapies, such as Cognitive behavioural therapy. The benefits of humanistic therapy are enduring.

How long does humanistic therapy last?

The goal of humanistic therapy is to understand a person’s day-to-day experiences. While sessions can be short-term and last over a few months, therapy can sometimes continue beyond that and last up to a year or more. And because patients learn the theory behind humanistic therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.

Is humanistic therapy effective?

According to research, many patients find success with humanistic therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in addressing poor self-esteem and self-sabotage, as well as improving conditions including anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can be long standing, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve learned during treatment.