About me
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile page.
I am Colin, and I provide a down-to-earth, relatable space where you can feel truly heard. My approach is not about "fixing" you, it is about walking alongside you and building a relationship based on trust, and helping you find your own way forward.
For Adults: As a mature counsellor with many years of experience, I offer support for life’s transitions, trauma, and mental health challenges, where I also draw on a wealth of life experience to offer a grounded and supportive perspective.
For Young People (11+): I offer a quiet and no-pressure space away from the demands of school and social media, where you don’t have to perform or pretend and be accepted for the person you are.
Some personal information
Prior to becoming a counsellor I spent many years in various industry roles; so I know the reality of stress, burnout and managing life and family.
My path changed when a personal event turned my own world upside down. It taught me that when life is overwhelming, you need someone who truly understands, not just a "professional", and I bring that real-world empathy to help you find your way.
My Approach
I am a Person-Centred Therapist, which simply means I am a human being first and foremost and I provide a space that is safe, non-judgemental and empowering.
Practical Information and Availability
The First Step: I offer a courtesy 30-minute introduction call to see if we are a good fit and answer any questions you may have.
In-Person (East Kilbride): I am available all day Thursday (from 8AM till late) and Saturday (8AM till Noon).
Access: 2nd-floor room (stairs). Online sessions are a great alternative.
You don't have to have it all figured out to move forward.
Message me today for an informal no-pressure chat
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualifications
- Accredited Member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapists)
- Certificate in Clinical Supervision
- Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy
- COSCA Counselling Skills Certificate
- Introduction to Counselling
- Certificate in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction
- Registered under the Disclosure Scotland PVG Scheme
Member organisations
school 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.
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
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
If your specific concern is not listed then please get in touch and Ill be happy to discuss how I can best support you.
Therapies offered
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Fees
£60.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
Your Space, Your Pace
People come to counselling for many reasons, feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply unsure where to turn. You don’t need to have the "right words" before we meet; we’ll take things one step at a time.
Our sessions are relaxed and led by what feels important to you on the day. There is no pressure to be anything other than yourself. It is simply a safe space to explore your feelings and find your way forward.
When I work
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