Leah Earl

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Psychotherapist/counsellor. BSc, MSc, MBCAP

About me

Welcome - I’m glad you’re here.

I’m a person-centred therapist dedicated to offering a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you can explore the challenges you’re facing - past and present. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply unsure of your next step, I’m here to support you in understanding the root causes of what you’re experiencing.

Together, we’ll explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours to uncover patterns that may be holding you back. Through this process of self-awareness and clarity, you can begin to make empowered changes and move forward with greater confidence.

Alongside person-centred therapy, I integrate CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) techniques to help you identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours. With a practical, goal-focused approach, we’ll work on creating sustainable, healthy habits that align with the life you want to lead.

Areas I can support you with include:

  • Anxiety and stress management
  • Depression and mood regulation
  • Self-esteem and self-acceptance
  • Relationship challenges
  • Life transitions and personal growth

I am neurodivergent friendly as I have ADHD. I am inclusive and will adapt session to your needs where possible. 

If you're feeling unsure or nervous about starting therapy, I offer a free 10-minute phone consultation a space for you to ask questions, share concerns, and see if I might be the right fit for you.

A holistic approach to wellbeing

In addition to being a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist, I’m also a holistic wellness practitioner, certified in both personal training and nutrition. If your challenges relate to body image, low self-worth, or unhealthy eating patterns, we can take a truly integrative approach working on both the emotional and physical aspects of wellbeing in a supportive, collaborative way.

Qualifications & additional training:

  • BSc in Psychology (BPS accredited)
  • MSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP accredited)
  • Accredited member of the BACP
  • Additional training in:
    • Grief and bereavement
    • LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy
    • Psychological First Aid (Johns Hopkins University)
    • Intrusive thoughts & anxiety management 

To book a session or ask any initial questions, feel free to reach out by email especially if phone calls feel overwhelming. If you prefer to call, please leave a message, and I’ll get back to you as soon as I’m available.

Wherever you are in your journey, you don’t have to go through it alone. I look forward to hearing from you.

Training, qualifications & experience

  • BSc (Hons) Psychology from the University of the West of Scotland
  • MSc Counselling and Psychotherapy from Strathclyde University

I have experience with a wide range of problems and have taken additional courses in grief and bereavement and psychological first aid from the John Hopkins University. 

I am fully accredited with the BACP.

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

Therapies offered

Fees

£45.00 per session

Health Insurance/EAP

  • WPA

When I work

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Further information

I work either online or phone call.  

Ayr, South Ayrshire, KA7

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone

Types of client

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

Key details

DBS check

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PVG Scheme

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Online platforms

Microsoft Teams
Google Meet

Supervision

In person
Online
Phone

I am a person Centred therapist that uses the 7 eyed model of supervision.

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Leah Earl
Leah Earl