Counselling in Renfrewshire
![Photo of Alison Barr, MSc, BACP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/52825b13-8b93-4acf-834b-e49c94262b16/1/320x400.jpeg)
I have been working full-time as a Counsellor and Psychotherapist since 2003, a Couples Counsellor since 2005, and, a Therapeutic Supervisor since 2010. I specialise in working with weight loss, food addiction & orthorexia. I also have years of experience, working with fertility, alternative family & relationship issues. I love my work as it allows me to share other people's experiences and help them discover new, more fulfilling, ways of living. I have worked with more than a thousand clients over the years, and I'm very happy to take on new clients. I have a wonderful therapy dog, Coco, who you may wish to meet.
I have been working full-time as a Counsellor and Psychotherapist since 2003, a Couples Counsellor since 2005, and, a Therapeutic Supervisor since 2010. I specialise in working with weight loss, food addiction & orthorexia. I also have years of experience, working with fertility, alternative family & relationship issues. I love my work as it allows me to share other people's experiences and help them discover new, more fulfilling, ways of living. I have worked with more than a thousand clients over the years, and I'm very happy to take on new clients. I have a wonderful therapy dog, Coco, who you may wish to meet.
![Photo of Sharon Joyce, MSc, GMBPsS, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e2786d56-6fce-4b71-8db2-e0ab2a255950/6/320x400.jpeg)
GMBPSS, MBACP, MCOSCA, MSSSC. 29 years experience I use the latest evidence-informed therapies. Psychologist and psychotherapist. Masters degree Glasgow University 2001 and Masters degree in counselling and psychotherapy fully accredited and registered with BACP in addition to my fully qualified registration SSSC since my qualification in 1997. I am a registered member of MBACP Accred. MCOSCA and MSSSC. Adhere to policies and procedures and comply with the ethical framework for practice. This includes ongoing professional development, supervision and complainFees available on request. Supervision, BACP and SSSC regulations applied.
GMBPSS, MBACP, MCOSCA, MSSSC. 29 years experience I use the latest evidence-informed therapies. Psychologist and psychotherapist. Masters degree Glasgow University 2001 and Masters degree in counselling and psychotherapy fully accredited and registered with BACP in addition to my fully qualified registration SSSC since my qualification in 1997. I am a registered member of MBACP Accred. MCOSCA and MSSSC. Adhere to policies and procedures and comply with the ethical framework for practice. This includes ongoing professional development, supervision and complainFees available on request. Supervision, BACP and SSSC regulations applied.
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I am a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, based in Renfrewshire! I provide a safe, non-judgmental, and confidential environment where you will feel seen and heard. My focus is to help individuals heal and become aware of their inner strengths. We will work together to create a treatment plan that works for you and your needs.
I am a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, based in Renfrewshire! I provide a safe, non-judgmental, and confidential environment where you will feel seen and heard. My focus is to help individuals heal and become aware of their inner strengths. We will work together to create a treatment plan that works for you and your needs.
![Photo of Heather O'Hare, MCOSCA, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/731f667a-58b9-4ecf-ba1a-9959c9b5c1a3/1/320x400.jpeg)
I understand that reaching out can be difficult, I will support you on your therapeutic journey by offering you a safe and respectful space in which you feel listened to, valued and accepted. Our sessions are about you, I pledge myself to help you discover your unique strengths and potential for self-empowerment. We will work together to create tailored sessions in which you are able to work through your difficulties and progress toward your goals.
I understand that reaching out can be difficult, I will support you on your therapeutic journey by offering you a safe and respectful space in which you feel listened to, valued and accepted. Our sessions are about you, I pledge myself to help you discover your unique strengths and potential for self-empowerment. We will work together to create tailored sessions in which you are able to work through your difficulties and progress toward your goals.
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Hello, I am Dr Katie Smith. Now, more than ever, it is important to look after our mental health and I enjoy helping clients to do just that. I specialise in providing psychological therapy to adults experiencing challenges to their mental health or adjusting to physical health conditions. I work online and from my office in South Glasgow/East Renfrewshire. I have extensive experience from over 20 years working in the NHS and my background as a Clinical Psychologist means that I am trained to the highest professional standards and I strive to provide a high quality and effective service for my clients.
Hello, I am Dr Katie Smith. Now, more than ever, it is important to look after our mental health and I enjoy helping clients to do just that. I specialise in providing psychological therapy to adults experiencing challenges to their mental health or adjusting to physical health conditions. I work online and from my office in South Glasgow/East Renfrewshire. I have extensive experience from over 20 years working in the NHS and my background as a Clinical Psychologist means that I am trained to the highest professional standards and I strive to provide a high quality and effective service for my clients.
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Waves Within Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glasgow G76
Hello, I imagine you’re experiencing distressing effects of stressful life events or past trauma. I understand the courage it takes to acknowledge where you’re at and to explore support. Informed by effective therapies, I help people identify needs, understand difficulties with more compassion and practice techniques to support desired outcomes e.g. address anxiety/depression to build Wellness; process disturbing memories and thoughts to build Agency; explore stuckness/feeling lost to build on Values; examine disconnection to build Engagement; recognise shame to build Self-Compassion. WAVES that support psychological well-being.
Hello, I imagine you’re experiencing distressing effects of stressful life events or past trauma. I understand the courage it takes to acknowledge where you’re at and to explore support. Informed by effective therapies, I help people identify needs, understand difficulties with more compassion and practice techniques to support desired outcomes e.g. address anxiety/depression to build Wellness; process disturbing memories and thoughts to build Agency; explore stuckness/feeling lost to build on Values; examine disconnection to build Engagement; recognise shame to build Self-Compassion. WAVES that support psychological well-being.
![Photo of Jen Mak, MSc, MBACP Accred, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/93459bdb-ecef-4764-bf35-071ece0723fc/2/320x400.jpeg)
The loss of people or things can bring anxiety and depression as we struggle to take care of our own needs and wellbeing. By focusing on the root of the matter, we can make some lasting and meaningful changes. The way we talk to others and ourselves is a window to what’s going on inside. My counselling space is a place for you to explore what that is. We can be too easily swept up in the day-to-day and in our long ingrained habits and beliefs that it takes dedicated time and focus to unravel what really is causing us pain, the grudges and guilt. I am a supervisor-in-training for BACP counsellors (see website for more).
The loss of people or things can bring anxiety and depression as we struggle to take care of our own needs and wellbeing. By focusing on the root of the matter, we can make some lasting and meaningful changes. The way we talk to others and ourselves is a window to what’s going on inside. My counselling space is a place for you to explore what that is. We can be too easily swept up in the day-to-day and in our long ingrained habits and beliefs that it takes dedicated time and focus to unravel what really is causing us pain, the grudges and guilt. I am a supervisor-in-training for BACP counsellors (see website for more).
![Photo of Dr Aisha Tariq, HCPC - Clin. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/86c8af9e-8741-4a54-956a-625f5d9bffa6/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hi, I'm Aisha, the director of Illuminated Thinking and a dedicated clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience in adult mental health. I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my practice, where we understand that sometimes everyone needs a little extra support to navigate psychological pain and build resilience for the future. At Illuminated Thinking, my welcoming and friendly practice serves as your safe space to explore, heal, and grow. Here, you can delve into the present, learn from the past, and focus on becoming the person you aspire to be.
Hi, I'm Aisha, the director of Illuminated Thinking and a dedicated clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience in adult mental health. I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my practice, where we understand that sometimes everyone needs a little extra support to navigate psychological pain and build resilience for the future. At Illuminated Thinking, my welcoming and friendly practice serves as your safe space to explore, heal, and grow. Here, you can delve into the present, learn from the past, and focus on becoming the person you aspire to be.
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Dr Carole Gallagher Dickie
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Glasgow G77
Hello, I'm Carole. I am a HCPC registered Counselling Psychologist based in East Renfrewshire near Glasgow. I work with adults (aged 18+) experiencing a range of difficulties including anxiety, stress, low mood, low self-esteem, chronic illness and family difficulties. I offer a warm, compassionate yet professional space for you to explore whatever is important to you and I draw on a range of psychological interventions personalised to your experience and preferences.
Hello, I'm Carole. I am a HCPC registered Counselling Psychologist based in East Renfrewshire near Glasgow. I work with adults (aged 18+) experiencing a range of difficulties including anxiety, stress, low mood, low self-esteem, chronic illness and family difficulties. I offer a warm, compassionate yet professional space for you to explore whatever is important to you and I draw on a range of psychological interventions personalised to your experience and preferences.
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I am an experienced psychotherapist with over fifteen years experience of working with adults with a wide range of issues and problems. The therapeutic relationship is the most important process in helping each and every individual client make the changes they wish to achieve when working with me. Every person is unique and I will tailor my approach to help every client achieve their goals. I have extensive training to Post Graduate Masters level. I am an Accredited Practitioner. I have a sincere willingness to help every client make a success of their therapy journey.
I am an experienced psychotherapist with over fifteen years experience of working with adults with a wide range of issues and problems. The therapeutic relationship is the most important process in helping each and every individual client make the changes they wish to achieve when working with me. Every person is unique and I will tailor my approach to help every client achieve their goals. I have extensive training to Post Graduate Masters level. I am an Accredited Practitioner. I have a sincere willingness to help every client make a success of their therapy journey.
![Photo of Penny Ralston, MBACP Accred, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c46a186e-2f10-484d-a794-5024ac4e2d48/3/320x400.jpeg)
Hello and thanks for taking a look at my profile. I'm an accredited counsellor with a focus on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). CBT looks at the impact our thoughts and behaviours have on emotional wellbeing and looks at techniques to change habits that aren't working for us. I work one to one with you to help with issues such as anxiety (including generalised, health, social), depression, stress, work related stress, trauma etc. We work together in a supportive and collaborate way and usually with goal setting focusing on thought and behavioural change.
Hello and thanks for taking a look at my profile. I'm an accredited counsellor with a focus on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). CBT looks at the impact our thoughts and behaviours have on emotional wellbeing and looks at techniques to change habits that aren't working for us. I work one to one with you to help with issues such as anxiety (including generalised, health, social), depression, stress, work related stress, trauma etc. We work together in a supportive and collaborate way and usually with goal setting focusing on thought and behavioural change.
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There are many reasons why someone will seek counselling. Major life changes, even positive ones, can disrupt the balance of everyday life and impact our mental health. Traumas and experiences from our past can intrude on our peace of mind in the present. Bereavement and loss, illness and disability, relationship and work issues can affect our ability to function. Sometimes it feels like we have limited choices and we are unsure of where to turn to for support. Person-centred counselling is a safe and confidential space where you can be yourself and share what is troubling you.
There are many reasons why someone will seek counselling. Major life changes, even positive ones, can disrupt the balance of everyday life and impact our mental health. Traumas and experiences from our past can intrude on our peace of mind in the present. Bereavement and loss, illness and disability, relationship and work issues can affect our ability to function. Sometimes it feels like we have limited choices and we are unsure of where to turn to for support. Person-centred counselling is a safe and confidential space where you can be yourself and share what is troubling you.
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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.
![Photo of Sheryl Grant, MBACP Accred, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4331587f-0367-4f13-880b-144438750975/3/320x400.jpeg)
Hello, my name is Sheryl. I am an EMDR and Person centered psychotherapist I help people deal with what life can throw at us. I work with children and young people in a secondary school setting. I also have a private practice specialising in working with adults who have suffered trauma (of any form) in their lives. I am a wife, a mother, a psychotherapist and an author.
Hello, my name is Sheryl. I am an EMDR and Person centered psychotherapist I help people deal with what life can throw at us. I work with children and young people in a secondary school setting. I also have a private practice specialising in working with adults who have suffered trauma (of any form) in their lives. I am a wife, a mother, a psychotherapist and an author.
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If you are struggling and need some advice, someone to talk to, or to understand what you are experiencing then hopefully I can help. It may be that you are struggling with your mood, or a specific problem that is impacting on your everyday life. I can help you to find the answers, structure a programme for you and work with you to help you make the changes that will help you lead a better and more fulfilled life, with an understanding of the issues that are affecting you now. I offer Psychology and coaching sessions depending on your presenting problem.
If you are struggling and need some advice, someone to talk to, or to understand what you are experiencing then hopefully I can help. It may be that you are struggling with your mood, or a specific problem that is impacting on your everyday life. I can help you to find the answers, structure a programme for you and work with you to help you make the changes that will help you lead a better and more fulfilled life, with an understanding of the issues that are affecting you now. I offer Psychology and coaching sessions depending on your presenting problem.
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You come with a desire to develop positive coping strategies, enhance resilience, and cultivate a deeper understanding of yourself and how you navigate life's challenges, and wish to gain insight into patterns of behaviours and to foster healthier relationships. Ultimately, you aspire to achieve a sense of fulfilment and a more authentic connection with yourself and others in your life.
You come with a desire to develop positive coping strategies, enhance resilience, and cultivate a deeper understanding of yourself and how you navigate life's challenges, and wish to gain insight into patterns of behaviours and to foster healthier relationships. Ultimately, you aspire to achieve a sense of fulfilment and a more authentic connection with yourself and others in your life.
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Are you dealing with challenges like depression, anxiety, stress, long term health conditions, neurodiversity related issues or relationship issues? Are you looking for a strong, trust-based therapeutic relationship where you feel safe and understood? Are you looking for a non-judgmental, supportive, and genuinely caring therapist to work together to figure out what is going on and to set goals? Alternatively, are you looking for career mentoring or support with personal development or significant life changes from an experienced therapist who has 20 years of experience working in finance and living overseas?
Are you dealing with challenges like depression, anxiety, stress, long term health conditions, neurodiversity related issues or relationship issues? Are you looking for a strong, trust-based therapeutic relationship where you feel safe and understood? Are you looking for a non-judgmental, supportive, and genuinely caring therapist to work together to figure out what is going on and to set goals? Alternatively, are you looking for career mentoring or support with personal development or significant life changes from an experienced therapist who has 20 years of experience working in finance and living overseas?
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Firstly, I would like to say well done for taking the first step in looking for support. There are very few places/people in life who can offer a safe and confidential space for you talk openly about your difficulties. My name is Catherine and I am a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and I can offer you this space. Every counselling session will be met with empathy, compassion and understanding. I know life's not easy, so together, lets start the journey towards a happier and healthier you!
Firstly, I would like to say well done for taking the first step in looking for support. There are very few places/people in life who can offer a safe and confidential space for you talk openly about your difficulties. My name is Catherine and I am a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and I can offer you this space. Every counselling session will be met with empathy, compassion and understanding. I know life's not easy, so together, lets start the journey towards a happier and healthier you!
![Photo of Carolanne Reat, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1c6f50e7-ae3e-45a4-b012-5b50f7929d04/2/320x400.jpeg)
Looking for a counsellor is already a brave step. My hope for you, is that we can explore whats distressing you, what’s maintaining it and how we can bring about positive change. Anxiety, Low Mood and Relationship struggles amongst others, are all issues we can face at various times in our life. Understanding ourselves better and how to best cope can begin to alleviate the discomfort felt in emotional distressing times. Therapy provides a safe space to explore what's keeping you stuck, what's driving it and how to unlock yourself from thinking and behaviours that no longer serve you.
Looking for a counsellor is already a brave step. My hope for you, is that we can explore whats distressing you, what’s maintaining it and how we can bring about positive change. Anxiety, Low Mood and Relationship struggles amongst others, are all issues we can face at various times in our life. Understanding ourselves better and how to best cope can begin to alleviate the discomfort felt in emotional distressing times. Therapy provides a safe space to explore what's keeping you stuck, what's driving it and how to unlock yourself from thinking and behaviours that no longer serve you.
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Johnnie Taylor BA(Hons) RMN PgDipCouns MSc
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Paisley PA1 (Online Only)
Are you living with the symptoms of emotional ‘trauma’, distressing memories and abrupt emotional triggers? Is this making life, work and relationships more difficult? Perhaps you experience flashbacks, intrusive thoughts, panic attacks, phobias, anger, fear? Maybe you get distracted, get startled, and even dissociate and lose your self? Modern therapies approach emotional problems through a 'trauma lens' knowing the ‘Body Keeps the Score’. In this way, I can help you relate again to all parts of your self and process traumatic memories. I used internal family systems' therapy integrated with EMDR therapy.
Are you living with the symptoms of emotional ‘trauma’, distressing memories and abrupt emotional triggers? Is this making life, work and relationships more difficult? Perhaps you experience flashbacks, intrusive thoughts, panic attacks, phobias, anger, fear? Maybe you get distracted, get startled, and even dissociate and lose your self? Modern therapies approach emotional problems through a 'trauma lens' knowing the ‘Body Keeps the Score’. In this way, I can help you relate again to all parts of your self and process traumatic memories. I used internal family systems' therapy integrated with EMDR therapy.
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Number of Counsellors in Renfrewshire
100+
Average cost per session
£55
Counsellors in Renfrewshire who prioritize treating:
91% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
88% | Self Esteem |
83% | Stress |
70% | Relationship Issues |
63% | Bereavement |
59% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
6 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
73% | Aviva |
58% | AXA PPP |
58% | Vitality |
How Counsellors in Renfrewshire see their clients
77% | In Person and Online | |
23% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
18% | Male |