About me
Hi, I’m Siobhan
I’m a CBT Therapist based in a cosy, creative space in the heart of Edinburgh. I work with clients both in person and online. I have spent over 2,500 hours working with clients and I genuinely love what I do. I’m easygoing, warm and non-judgemental, and I like to think I am funny in my own own elder millennial way.
Maybe you are feeling anxious all the time. Maybe you are feeling burnt out and lacking motivation. Maybe your confidence has taken a hit recently. Maybe the lack of sunlight has left you feeling low. Or maybe you have goals and you are not quite sure where to start.
I work with anxiety, OCD, loneliness, low self-esteem, low self-confidence, stress, burnout, depression and low mood, as well as specific fears and phobias such as fear of flying. I also work a lot with students and recent graduates, including people doing Masters and PhDs, and people navigating big life changes.
Clients often come to me because they are navigating a period of change. Many of my clients are people who have recently moved to Edinburgh and are finding it harder than expected to settle or build a life here. Coming to therapy can be a way of helping you find your feet in a new city. A big life change like moving countries can be exciting but also feel a bit scary or lonely. Beginning university, finishing a degree, changing careers or going through a breakup, are all big life changes that can leave us feeling a bit wobbly and overwhelmed. I work with my clients to navigate these changes and figure out what comes next.
I also work with clients experiencing the emotional and psychological impact of menopause and PMDD. Therapy can offer space to make sense of these changes and find ways to cope with them, when you maybe don't quite feel like yourself.
Many of my clients work in tech, digital or creative industries, and some are digital nomads, freelancers or working in start-up culture. Therapy might be about finding work/life balance, avoiding burnout or overcoming imposter syndrome and finding confidence in yourself and your work.
I have a lot of experience working with neurodivergent clients, including ADHD, autism and dyslexia, and take a neuro-affirming approach. We can look at things like feeling overwhelmed, struggling with focus or motivation, procrastination, building confidence and the grief that can sometimes follow a late diagnosis. I can provide a safe place to talk about the challenges that can come from trying to exist in a world that doesn't always feel like it was designed for your brain.
Edinburgh is a wonderful place to live and work but the winter months can be challenging. The lack of daylight can really impact our mood, motivation and energy levels. I work with clients experiencing seasonal low mood or reduced motivation and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
What Can You Expect From Our Sessions
I want therapy to feel like a conversation. I will listen, ask questions and help you make sense of what is going on. I am not a big fan of long, drawn out silences. I will be warm, empathetic, encouraging, non-judgemental and supportive.
I am a big believer in therapy being supportive and practical. Sometimes you need a safe place to talk and really be heard. Sometimes you need a different way of looking at things or a helpful tool. Often it is both. We will work together as a team rather than me telling you what you should do.
You don't need to arrive knowing exactly what you want to talk about. We will work out what you would like to be different, set some goals and regularly check in on how things are going. I want you to feel comfortable during our sessions but also like we are getting somewhere. We will work towards meaningful change at your own pace.
How I Work
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is at the heart of my work. It looks at the links between how our thoughts, feelings and behaviours, and how a change in one other can impact the rest.
Therapy isn't a one size fit all kind of thing and I tailor my approach for each client. I draw on Compassion-Focused, Person-Centred, Solution-Focused approaches, and mindfulness depending on what is likely to be useful for you.
I work in a structured way. Sometimes we will use CBT tools or try out something new. In other sessions talking, about the present or the past or the future, might be exactly what you need.
With over 2,300 clinical hours, I have worked with people at lots of different points in their lives, with lots of different goals. My aim is to make therapy useful and tailored to you. Change is always possible.
Getting Started
Starting therapy can feel daunting but you don’t need to have everything figured out. I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where you can go at your own pace.
If it feels like a good fit, we can arrange a quick chat to discuss your goals. If you have any questions at all about therapy get in touch. I'd be happy to talk! I love chatting about therapy and its benefits.
Flexible online and in-person sessions are available, with concession rates for students and those on lower incomes.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a qualified and BACP-registered Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with a Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Group Work, a BSc (Hons) in Psychology and a COSCA Certificate in Counselling Skills.
I have over 2,300 clinical hours of experience and regularly attend supervision and ongoing CPD to keep my knowledge and skills up to date.
Recent training includes neurodiversity, trans awareness, narcissism and narcissistic abuse, menopause, midlife and empty nest transitions, and period cycle awareness. I am also a member of the Creative Counsellors Network and am currently undertaking training in Creative Counselling for Trauma.
Member organisations
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
Other areas I have experience working with include:
Burnout and stress management
Anxiety, including fears about the future (climate, recession, AI etc) Obsessive Compulsive Disorder including relationship OCD
Depression and low mood
Student life and postgraduate study
Post-graduation anxiety and adjusting to life after university
Career transitions and career change
Relationship difficulties and divorce
Wedding stress
Relocation and moving to Edinburgh
Digital nomads and location-independent work
Start-up culture, entrepreneurs and freelancers
Working from home and remote working
Work-life balance
Creative professionals
Imposter syndrome
Perfectionism
Motivation and procrastination
Confidence and self-esteem
Doom spending
Problematic porn use
Sleep difficulties and insomnia
Therapies offered
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Fees
£90.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I offer a limited number of discounted sessions for students, NHS and charity workers, trainee counsellors, low or non-waged clients, and other concessions. If cost is a concern, just ask during our first chat — we can have a conversation about what might work for you.
Payment is by bank transfer at least 24 hours before your session.
When I work
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Further information
I know taking the first step to start therapy can be daunting. If you drop me a message we can arrange a chat about what your hopes for therapy are. I will be there to answer any questions you have and we can see if we could be a good team match. We can work to help you get the most out of your time and budget.
If you are seeking authentic conversations and a therapeutic space that fits your lifestyle, I offer flexible online sessions designed around your schedule.
