Allison Cruickshank

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Accredited Therapist | EMDR Practitioner | Relationships

About me

I am an experienced integrative psychotherapist and a BABCP-accredited therapist, offering individual, couples, and relationship therapy, as well as EMDR for trauma and emotional distress. I provide a warm, compassionate, and collaborative space where therapy is tailored to your unique needs and goals.

My integrative approach draws on a range of therapeutic models to help you gain deeper insight, create meaningful change, and move toward the life and relationships you want. Whether you are attending therapy on your own or with a partner, we will work together to understand patterns, develop healthier ways of coping, and build lasting emotional resilience.

I have a particular interest in supporting clients with trauma, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, anxiety, and feelings of being stuck or overwhelmed. My aim is to help you gain clarity, strengthen your sense of self, and develop more fulfilling connections with both yourself and others.

Starting therapy can feel daunting, especially if you’re unsure where to begin. That’s completely understandable. I offer a calm, non-judgmental, and supportive environment where you can feel heard, understood, and respected. We will move at a pace that feels right for you, taking each step together when you’re ready.

Training, qualifications & experience

BABCP ACCREDITED THERAPIST

POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN CBT AND GROUPWORK

EMDR THERAPIST

RELATIONSHIP THERAPIST

Member organisations

Registered / Accredited

Registered / Accredited

Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.

BABCP
British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP)

The BABCP is the lead organisation for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in the UK. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in the practice, theory or development of CBT. BABCP also provides accreditation for CBT therapists. BABCP accredited members adhere to the Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics in the Practice of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies, and are willing to be scrutinised in this adherence as required.

Accredited register membership

British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies

Areas of counselling I deal with

Therapies offered

Fees

£70.00 - £90.00

Health Insurance/EAP

  • BUPA

Psychological Therapy Scotland, Balallan House, 24 Allan Park, Stirling, Stirling, FK8 2QG

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone

Types of client

Young people (13-17)
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Couples
Families

Key details

DBS check

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PVG Scheme

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Online platforms

Zoom
Allison Cruickshank
Allison Cruickshank