Counselling

I offer counselling to adults and young people, both online and through Walk&Talk. Please read below for more information.

 

Is counselling for me?

Have you been wondering lately if you should get support? Has something in your life happened which has left you feeling distressed and unsure what this means for you going forward? Or has the past been creeping up on you, giving you all the signs that you have some unprocessed old wounds.

 

If you're at a point in wanting to invest in yourself and give yourself the best chance of healing and processing your experiences, then I can be your ally in your journey towards healing and growth. Working together, we can learn to understand your feelings and experiences, bring compassion and tools to the fore, and find new ways of being which will help bring about changes in your life. Working with me in this deeply personal way can be transformative, allowing you to feel more empowered in your choices, to create peace in your mind, your body and in the life you lead.

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One of the most important parts of counselling is the relationship between you and I. I am to create a place where your shoulders drop, you let out a sigh of relief and you feel safe. I aim to bring a balance of professionalism, warmth, sensitivity and sometimes even lightheartedness as we navigate this journey together. 

Counselling is relational and we will collaborate together to find your unique path forward.

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Young People

I also offer counselling to young people and adolescents and young people. Are you lookinf for support for your adolescent or young adult child?

Our teenage years can be some of the most enjoyable but can also be some of the most challenging periods of our life. While support from loved ones can often be a comfort, it may not always be quite enough. It's at these times that counselling can be really helpful. I can offer young people a welcoming, non judgemental and confidential place in which to explore the complex emotions that come with moving through adolescence. With help to express themselves and learn about what is going on, it becomes possible to find ways of doing things a little differently which can help young people make changes and start to feel better. 

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Online or Walk & Talk?

I offer online counselling for people long and near. I also offer Walk & Talk therapy here in East Lothian for those interested in counselling in motion. The focus is still on your reason for coming into counselling, but instead of being sat indoors, we will use nature around us. We may sit, walk or get creative in nature as we use our senses and our bodies to help guide the therapy. It can be incredibly healing and powerful, to use 'in the now' grounding techniques to help process your emotional experiences, especially when it's in the fresh air, with the coastal wind in your hair, or the crunch of forest leaves underfoot. 

 

How much does it cost and how frequent are the sessions?

Counselling often starts out weekly - especially as we build a foundation of understanding and togetherness. I usually find myself with people who want to invest in real healing and so often this requires time and commitment. As your journey unfolds and your needs change, we may have less frequent sessions as we work towards an ending. Sessions are 50 minutes and are charged at £60. 

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