Life & Soul Counselling

👋🏼 Meet our Team: Claire

Claire’s bio:

After 12 years of teaching I elected to train in Integrative Counselling. My journey is fueled by a deep-rooted empathy and compassion for others, believing that we are all inherently valuable, regardless of what we may have experienced. This core belief allows me to connect with people on a deep level. I am driven by intrigue about the human experience and I strive to ensure each individual receives a warm and non-judgemental space in which to process, explore and heal.

To arrange an appointment with one of our counsellors, email us at [email protected]

Life&Soul Counselling is an established service delivering high quality, professional counselling for individuals in and around Glasgow.

We will welcome you into a space where you will be heard, understood, valued and fully accepted as you are.

It may be that you are experiencing grief, anxiety, depression, loss, anger issues, relational breakdowns, addiction or are feeling stuck and not sure what steps to take next. Whatever it is that’s holding you back, we are here to help you.

We understand that everyone’s journey is unique and so our therapeutic approaches are tailored to each individual client’s needs. This allows us to best support you to process both past and present issues and to live your life to your full potential - free from whatever is limiting you.

We believe that every life is full of potential, possibility and hope, and that every person accessing our service is worthy of unconditional acceptance, belonging and connection.

If you or anyone in your community would like some support, please reach out to us for a chat or to make an appointment.

Email [email protected] or click link in bio. 👋🏼

👋🏼 Meet our Team: Jo

Hello! I’m Jo and I am the manager of Life&Soul. Prior to qualifying as a counsellor, I worked for many years within the NHS. I have a Diploma in Integrative Counselling and have recently completed a Masters Degree in Counselling Studies at Edinburgh University.
Within my practise, I draw on a variety therapeutic approaches, skills and knowledge to best meet clients’ individual needs.

I have a particular interest in chronic pain, and the link between physical and mental health. Words I would use to describe myself are warm, caring, intuitive and trustworthy. I am passionate about helping people move through difficult experiences so that they can live life free from limitations and to their full potential.

To arrange an appointment with one of our counsellors, email us at [email protected]

Meet our Team 👋🏼 : Katrina

Katrina’s bio:

After working as an optometrist for over 30 years, I now hold a Post Graduate Diploma in CBT and Groupwork and a COSCA Skills Certificate. While my training is in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), if it is more appropriate for my clients, I can also use other approaches such as psychodynamic and person-centred.

People who know me describe me as warm, caring, empathetic, and an effective communicator. I hope to bring all of these qualities to my counselling practice by providing my clients with honesty and respect in a nonjudgmental environment where we may work at a pace led by you the client. All of this is done collaboratively, as goals are developed specific to the client’s needs, and eventually empowering them to discover solutions to issues in a supportive, safe environment.

To contact us, email [email protected] and we would love to help you.
Appointments are currently available!

The way you speak to yourself matters. Choose kind words. ❤️

📧[email protected]

👋🏼Meet our Team : Fiona

Fiona is an experienced health care professional who qualified as a counsellor in 2020 and obtained a BA hons in Counselling and Psychotherapy from IICP college Dublin in 2022. Her training is integrative and pluralistic, using person-centered, psychodynamic and existentialist techniques. She has a wide range of knowledge and experience with mental and physical health issues.

Want to connect with us?
Email [email protected]

‘Meet our Team’ posts coming soon!

We have an incredible mix of skills, abilities and experience in our team, and are passionate about using these to help you 🫵🏼 and support your mental health journey.

Find out a little more about us in the coming weeks… We will be including a mix of bios and photos to introduce ourselves to you 👋

Want to chat? ——-> Email [email protected]

1 in 5 of us have had suicidal thoughts, but so many of us still aren’t comfortable talking about it. Here’s 3 things that might help break the stigma…

1. Asking someone directly whether they’re having suicidal thoughts won’t make anything worse. We know people worry about this, but evidence actually shows it can help. People who have felt suicidal often say what a huge relief it was to be able to speak about it.

2. You don’t have to be an expert to help someone open up, the fact you’re there and you care is what really matters. Just talking about it is often the first step towards someone getting the support they need longer term.

3. If you have experience of suicidal thoughts yourself, sharing your story of hope is a powerful way of showing others that they’re not alone. It could help someone see the strength in reaching out for support when life feels hard and help them believe in tomorrow.

Another frequently asked question!

Our counsellors are trained to at least Diploma standard.

We are all members of COSCA (the professional body for Counselling and Psychotherapy in Scotland) or an equivalent professional body. This means we abide by their code of conduct and ethics, whilst providing high quality counselling in line with current best practise.

When we go through a difficult times, talking about our experiences and feeling heard is hugely important.

Anxiety, grief, depression, relational breakdowns, the loss of a job, a painful experience or traumatic memories can cause us to feel stuck and struggle to know what steps to take next.

At Life&Soul Counselling, we help you to process and move through these experiences.

Our team of professional and experienced counsellors provide a welcoming, safe and confidential space for our clients. We would love to give you the support you need so that you no longer feel held back from being who you want to be.

To meet with one of our counsellors, please email [email protected] or connect via link in bio, and we can arrange an appointment for you.

Feeling stuck? Sometimes this happens when we try to be perfect and grow at the same time — that’s impossible.

Mistakes, setbacks, and detours are an inevitable part of the journey.

So today, why not redefine what success looks like as you work towards your goals.

Success does not mean being perfect or getting it right immediately.

Success means being brave enough to try. It means persistence, and it means making mistakes and then learning from them. Success means choosing growth, even when it feels scary.

Life&Soul Team get-together ⭐️❤️
Good food, good chat and good laughs!

It’s good to relax and have fun together at the end of a busy week. What are you going to do to recharge this weekend?

This is a frequent question we get asked!

Here’s a little more info…
Our counselling offices are based within The Point, which is a community Hub run by Queens Park Baptist Church. Its purpose is be used for the benefit of the local community e.g. as a venue hire for training courses, toddler groups, financial advice, ESOL cafe etc. Life&Soul Counselling is part of this Hub, and like the other services offered here, welcomes individuals of all faiths and none.

The counselling process itself does not include reference to faith of any type, unless of course it’s something you bring up yourself and wanted to talk about. Our sessions are always client-led, which means that we help our clients explore whatever subjects they choose bring to each session. As with any professional counselling service, personal opinions or beliefs of the counsellors are not brought into the sessions. It’s all about you!

We all have flaws and have faced failures and disappointments in life. Maybe there are things that we’ve done, or that have been done to us that we feel ashamed of.
This can make us feel alone and isolated, and often can feel like a very dark place.

The truth is, however, that we are not alone. All of us feel this way sometimes, even though each of our experiences are unique.

Speaking about our experiences is one way to let the light in to these dark places.
Eventually we can embrace some of our scars and imperfections and see the value they have brought into our life in the form of resilience, authenticity and compassion.

True strength is reaching out for support when we meet inevitable difficulties in life. We are not made to go it alone.

If this resonates with you, reach out to us. We will meet you with a safe, comfortable, unrushed and trusting relationship. We will listen and guide you as you let the light in and move forward into a more hopeful place.

📧 Email [email protected] to make an appointment.
Or
🗒️Fill out contact form on our webpage in bio.

The symptoms of anxiety can feel overwhelming and all-consuming at times. Anxiety can stop us living the life we want to live and hold us back from developing the types of relationships we desire.
It’s important we look at how our thoughts contribute to our feelings of anxiety. The thoughts we have can either add to anxiety, or counteract it. Sometimes thought patterns become engrained and we find it difficult to shift them.

Is anxiety holding you back? Would you like help to identify and change these patterns that are stopping you moving forward?

Contact us by emailing [email protected] or fill out the form in our bio and we would love to help you.

Don’t stay stuck…take a brave step into growth and change today.

Perspective.

This quote is a reminder that challenges can either make us bitter and unhappy OR we can view them as the path to an extraordinary destiny.

Think about someone you look up to and admire; How did they get to become the person they are? What made them strong? It’s unlikely they had an easy life with no disappointments or challenges. Instead, it was the struggle, the challenge and the learning that made them great.

So, every time you have a disappointment, challenge or setback, don’t let it destroy you; let it transform you into a stronger and better version of yourself.

Perspective isn’t fixed. It’s a choice of how we choose to see the world and our role in it.

If you’re struggling at the moment, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Email [email protected] or connect via the contact form on or webpage in bio.

No matter how major or minor you think your experiences are, you may benefit from professional help.
To make an appointment, email [email protected] or contact us via our webpage 👉 link in bio.

Life & Soul Counselling Counselling service based in Glasgow.
⭐️COSCA Counsellors
⭐️Accessible rates
⭐️Professional mental health support

Sometimes, it’s hard to see the results of our hard work.
We often look for success in things we can count and measure.
But true growth often happens inside us, where it’s not always visible.
Remember, every step you take and every challenge you face helps you grow internally.
This inner growth is just as important as any external achievement.
It makes you stronger, wiser, and more prepared for future opportunities.
Don’t get discouraged if you don’t see immediate results.
Trust the process and recognize your progress within.
Celebrate your inner victories-patience, perseverance, and integrity. These are the true signs of growth.
Keep going, stay inspired, and know that your efforts are making a difference, even if you can’t see it right away.
Your inner transtormation is leading you to a brighter future.

Make an appointment with us:
Email [email protected] or click link in bio.

Making the choice to attend counselling can be one of the most life-changing decisions you will make.

All of us experience troubling emotions and circumstances at different times of life. Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed, alone, burnt out, hurt, angry, misunderstood, or have regrets. Maybe you have experienced a bereavement or are struggling with anxiety. We all need to feel heard, and free to fully express ourselves without judgement.

Sitting with a therapist and saying things out loud helps us see things a different way. It also helps us to process our pain. Everyone needs a helping hand sometimes, and making that first move towards getting help is a brave and courageous step.

Here at Life&Soul Counselling, we have a professional team of counsellors ready to welcome you and help guide you through difficult experiences or emotions.

For further enquiries, or to make an appointment, email [email protected]

Feelings such as anxiety, panic, depression, isolation, and guilt can become overwhelming, and at times negatively impact how we want to live our lives. Learning how to accept and be curious about your emotions is a valuable skill to help you move through them.

Here’s how you can sit with your feelings:
🪑Acknowledge and allow yourself to feel.🪑Let emotions exist without judgement.
🪑Get curious.
🪑Don’t label your emotions as ‘good’ or ‘bad’.
🪑Practice self-compassion.
🪑Notice where you’re feeling it.
🪑Validate what/why you’re feeling.
🪑Stay mindful and present.
🪑Bring awareness to the way you’re speaking to yourself.
🪑Learn to identify what you’re feeling.

We can help you with this. Contact Life&Soul Counselling to make an appointment with us.
📧[email protected]

The power of empathy ❤️

Do you know the difference between empathy and sympathy? Heres a great video to unpack this question.

Brené Brown on Empathy What is the best way to ease someone's pain and suffering? In this beautifully animated RSA Short, Dr Brené Brown reminds us that we can only create a genuin...

Finding things a struggle?

Feel you could do with some support?

Reaching out for help could be the bravest and most significant thing you do.

Our wonderful team of experienced and professional counsellors are here for you and ready to help.

Contact Jo at [email protected] or see link in bio to arrange an appointment.

Flyers and posters going out to our local GP surgeries today...
At Life&Soul Counselling, we are committed to investing in and supporting the mental health of our community. 🌱🪴🌳

If you would like some support, reach out to [email protected] or see bio.

We are here for you.

Sometimes we all need a little help along the winding road of life.

Make an appointment today to see one of our counsellors, and we will help you overcome the things that are holding you back, and to begin living life to your full potential!

📧 [email protected] or click link in bio.

We’ve been told that overworking is a badge of honour, but is it really making you happy and fulfilled?

So here’s a reminder to rest, relax and have fun!

Sometimes things in life can feel overwhelming we need support to regain a healthy balance. This is one of the areas our counsellors can help you with.

If you’d like an appointment, or to find out more, contact [email protected] or click link in bio.

We are grateful for our amazing counsellors who volunteer a few hours each week to see clients.

Much of the work we do is hidden; but in reality, the positive changes our clients experience as a result of their counselling journey are hugely significant.

It’s a privilege to walk with each of our clients along part of their journey.

If you think you would like some support, reach out to [email protected] or contact us via link in bio.

Great to be with the Diploma students at Vital Pathways Training this afternoon and observe the growth and flourishing of some wonderful counselling skills! ☀️🌧️🌱

Growing up, many of us were told that we needed to be perfect in order to be worthy, valuable or loved. This belief leads the brain to interpret failure as a devastating sign that we are unworthy, worthless or unloveable.

When the brain believes that the stakes are this high, it works hard to ‘protect you’. It has many tools at its disposal for doing so, both emotional and physiological.

Your nervous system may be programmed to interpret failure as a danger signal. However, fortunately, your nervous system can be reprogrammed to interpret the same signal as safe. The most powerful tool you have for this process is self-compassion.

Know that you do not need to be perfect in order to be worthy, valuable or loved. Failure is part of growth and gives us an opportunity to reassess our situation and mindset, and try again. How can you think differently about yourself using a lens of self-compassion?

Wednesday thoughts…

Shame can drive us into isolation and loneliness. At times sharing our thoughts and experiences can feel unsafe, and leave us fearing judgement and hurtful comments.

At Life&Soul Counselling, all feelings are welcomed and accepted within a supportive and non-judgemental environment. We understand that this type of connection between client and counsellor is essential for growth, health and resilience.

Break the silence, tell the story and get untangled from shame.

Contact [email protected] to make an appointment, or connect with us via link in bio.