Ava Winn

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Glasgow, City of Glasgow, G2 1DA
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About me

I’m a neurodivergent, queer and trans therapist. I know what it’s like to feel anxious, overwhelmed, low or just plain exhausted by trying to exist in a world that isn’t designed with us in mind. The things that affect you often affect me too — I don’t sit above you as “the expert.” Instead, I bring my own lived experience alongside my training and tools as a therapist.

My style is relaxed and friendly, with space for humour and honesty as much as gentleness. Sessions often include a lot of “me too, I get it” moments, because I really do. If you’ve ever felt like you have to explain yourself or translate your experience, this is a space where you don’t have to.

The heart of my work is supporting queer and neurodivergent people to survive (and hopefully thrive) in a world that isn’t always kind or accommodating.

There’s no “one-size-fits-all” when it comes to therapy. I draw on different approaches — person-centred, CBT, ACT — but the most important part is finding what works for you. Sometimes that looks like practical tools, sometimes it’s space to process, and sometimes it’s being met with humour and humanity when things feel heavy.

Issues I offer support with

I work with a wide range of experiences, including:

  • ADHD & autism
  • Anxiety & stress
  • Depression & low confidence
  • Anger & overwhelm
  • Trauma
  • OCD
  • LGBT+ issues, including the specific challenges of being trans in today’s world

What to expect in your first session

Your first session is about you telling your story in your own way, at your own pace. We’ll talk about what’s brought you here and what you’d like to get from therapy. You can also ask me anything you need to know. I understand how daunting it can feel to take this step, so we’ll go gently. If you’re looking for a therapist who understands neurodivergence, queerness, and transness not just in theory but in lived experience, I’d love to hear from you

Training, qualifications & experience

I have been practising as a therapist for over ten years and am accredited with BACP. I have a Diploma in Counselling and Groupwork from the Centre of Therapy in Glasgow and a Certificate in Counselling Skills from Glasgow Caledonian University.

Member organisations

Registered / Accredited

Registered / Accredited

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BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.

Accredited register membership

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

Fees

£60.00 - £80.00

Concessions offered for

  • Low income
  • Students
  • Trainee counsellors
  • Unemployed
  • Refugees

Additional information

I use a sliding scale of between £60 and £80 per session based on ability to pay

When I work

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Early morning
Morning
Early afternoon
Late afternoon
Evening

Further information

I am available for appointments in person in Glasgow city centre or online over Zoom

The Consulting Rooms, 6/3 The Connal Building, 34 West George Street, Glasgow, City of Glasgow, G2 1DA

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)

Online platforms

Zoom
Signal
Ava Winn
Ava Winn