Supportive counselling for anxiety, depression, infertility, loss, and maternal well-being in Edinburgh, Marchmont, Bruntsfield, surrounding areas, and online
Counselling in Edinburgh
Working together using a mix of therapeutic tools to help address
symptoms of anxiety & depression
Your safe space to breathe, explore and heal
Counselling
Tailored therapy that fits who you are
If you are looking for counselling in Marchmont, Edinburgh or online counselling, I offering a collaborative and deeply personalised approach to therapy. Because no two people are the same, my practice is fundamentally integrative—meaning I blend the structure and practical, life-changing tools of CBT with other gentle, client-centered therapies including Person-Centred Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy to fit your unique needs.
I provide a warm, safe, and judgment-free space to help you catch your breath. Together, we will work at your pace to unpack where you are, understand your patterns, and build the practical resilience you need to feel like yourself again.
Why Clients Choose Greener Avenues Therapy
Accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
- Five years of experience across NHS and private practice settings
- Specialised support for anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions
- Integrative approach combining CBT, Compassion Focused Therapy, and Person-Centred Therapy
- Quiet, private counselling room
- Online CBT sessions available for flexibility
- Free 30-minute initial telephone consultation
What Is Counselling?
Counselling isn’t about being fixed; it’s about being heard, understood, and supported as you navigate life’s challenges. Counselling helps you process emotions, understand behavioural patterns, and develop your own practical solutions for issues like stress, anxiety, or relationship difficulties.
There are different types of counselling which address different aspects of your mental health.
At Greener Avenues Therapy, I incorporate CBT ( Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), Person-Centred Therapy (PCT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and tailor unique treatment plans to meet your needs and address your unique struggles. Because everyone’s journey is different, I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we will work at your pace,
exploring what is keeping you stuck, unpacking old patterns, and
discovering new ways forward.
In our sessions together, I provide a warm, confidential, and collaborative space where you can step away from the noise of daily life and focus entirely on your well-being. Whether you are dealing with a specific life transition, managing anxiety, or simply feeling overwhelmed, this is a space where you can speak openly without judgement, gain fresh perspective, and build the practical tools you need to live more fully.
How Counselling can help you
Taking the first step into therapy can feel daunting, but it is an investment in your long-term well-being. Counselling provides a dedicated, confidential space to focus entirely on you. Here is how working together can help:
- Gain Clarity and Self-Understanding
- Figure out what you truly want and need out of your relationships, career, and daily life.
- Learning Practical Coping Tools
- Develop the skills to sit with uncomfortable feelings—like anger, grief, or anxiety—without letting them drive your actions.
- Improving Relationships and Boundaries
- Get support through major life shifts, whether that's changing careers, navigating a breakup, or stepping into parenthood.
At Greener Avenues Therapy, Counselling is commonly used to support clients with:
Anxiety & Panic
Counselling helps you to identify the root causes for your worries & anxiety. Through counselling you understand your personal triggers, break down the physical cycle of panic, and gently challenge the anxious thoughts to a more balanced calm manner of thinking.
Depression & Low Mood
Counselling provides time to exploring the root causes of your low mood and implementing small, manageable behavioural shifts. Counselling will help you reconnect with a sense of purpose, energy, and joy.
Stress & Burnout
Counselling will provide a space for you to identify current stressors, identify where your boundaries might be fraying, and build practical strategies to manage your workload, quiet the mental chatter, and restore your energy before you hit a wall.
Self-Esteem & The Inner Critic
Counselling will help you to explore where that harsh inner critic came from and learn how to quiet its volume. You will practice shifting from default self-doubt to a more resilient, compassionate relationship with yourself.
A Collaborative & Compassionate Counselling environment
While CBT is the core modality offered, counselling at Greener Avenues Therapy is integrative. This means that counselling sessions incorporate CBT alongside elements of Compassion Focused Therapy and Person-Centred Therapy where helpful.
This approach allows sessions to:
- Feel collaborative rather than prescriptive
- Address emotional experiences alongside thought patterns
- Build self-compassion, not just symptom management
- Adapt to your pace and personal circumstances
This can be especially helpful for clients who have previously found other counselling approaches too rigid or emotionally disconnected.
What to Expect from Counselling Sessions
Your Counselling journey begins with a free 30-minute telephone consultation. This allows you to ask questions, explain what is bringing you to therapy, and decide whether counselling feels like the right fit for you.
Assessment & Goal Setting
Early sessions focus on understanding your experiences, identifying patterns, and agreeing on clear counselling goals.
Exploring factors which maintain symptoms
Sessions include exploring the factors which maintain the identifed symptoms and exploring ways to address the symptoms
Utilising insights about self in Daily Life
Counselling helps in identifying your strengths and providing ways you can utilise the strengths in everyday life, beyond the sessions.
Sessions are typically weekly and tailored to your needs. Many clients attend between 6 and 12 sessions, though this varies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Counselling suitable for everyone?
The decision to seek counselling means that you are willing to explore what you are struggling with in your life. It might be that you require more intense therapy or a different approach. During your initial consultation, suitability can be discussed openly.
How long does counselling take to work?
It can depend on a number of circumstances, yet clients can notice a different right away, while others might take longer in recognising any difference. Progress depends on individual circumstances and goals.
Do I need to prepare for CBT sessions?
No formal preparation is needed. It might be helpful, however to note any issues and or concerns you would like to discuss in the counselling sessions.
Are Counselling sessions confidential?
Yes. All sessions follow professional and ethical confidentiality guidelines, in line with BACP standards.
Take the First Step Towards Support
If you are considering Counselling in Marchmont, Edinburgh, Greener Avenues Therapy offers a supportive, professional space to begin that journey.
You do not need to face anxiety, depression, or stress alone. A free 30-minute consultation is available to help you decide whether counselling is right for you.