Sally Stilwell

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There are times in our lives when things can feel overwhelming, sad, frightening or confusing. Change and loss either through bereavement or long term illness, unemployment, breakdown in relationships are just a few examples of what may cause us anxiety and distress. It is those times we may feel that it would be helpful to speak to someone other than a family member or friend. Counselling may seem daunting but it takes courage to make the decision to seek help which should be seen as a strength not a weakness.

I offer a safe confidential space where you will be encouraged to explore what is causing pain, where you can gain a deeper understanding and different perspective on what is going on for you. Together we can find ways of healing in areas of your life you may wish to change. I believe the therapeutic relationship is unique and essential to facilitate this change and I offer a non-judgmental and accepting way of working at a pace appropriate to your needs. this allows growth and resilience which can help you to begin to feel more positive in life and the joy of that sense of self returning, giving you confidence and belief in yourself again.

Everyone is different and therefore I offer working creatively through the use of a sand tray which allows the unconscious to open up when words are too difficult.  Some people find drawing is helpful.  I live in a rural area and I offer walk and talk therapy which helps people to feel closer to nature and allows them to express themselves more freely. 

I am a qualified Person-Centred counsellor with experience in a diverse range of issues. I have worked several years as a voluntary counsellor with a Charity which offers generic counselling for both couples and inidviduals I also worked in a GP Practice and worked as a volunteer in Crossing Borders working with people from Eastern European countries settling in Perthshire. I initially started my counselling career with Cruse Bereavement Care. I have considerable experience in Mental Health issues from my previous career as a social worker.  I am a qualified Couple Counsellor and Supervisor.

I am a registered Member of the British of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and abide by their ethical standards and practice

I regularly keep up with continual professional development by attending further training. I also attend monthly supervision to ensure good practice.

I offer online counselling via Zoom or email and in April will work face to face in my home in Aboyne.  Sessions are 50 minutes, either short /long term working and weekly, fortnightly or monthly.

I offer a free 20 minute phone or online session which enables you to ask any questions and get a feel whether I am the right person for you.