Hello, welcome. I’m Caitlin, a therapist in Stirling, Scotland, who is passionate about moving away from the often rigid set-up of traditional therapy.
Tailoring therapy to fit your unique journey: Together, we’ll create a personalized approach that speaks to your individual needs and goals.
Seeking support takes courage.
It can feel so difficult to ask for help, especially in the form of therapy. Maybe you’re not sure if it will help or you’re worried about not knowing what to expect.
I’ve been where you are now. I remember how it felt to take that first step.
At first, I didn’t know what to expect from therapy. I worried about whether I’d find it helpful or whether I really needed it.
However, after many unsuccessful attempts to feel better (exercising, healthy eating, homeopathy, reiki, self help books… you name it, I tried it!) I eventually realised that I needed some extra support.
My Backstory
Having therapy was one of the best decisions I have ever made in my life. For the first time, I felt truly seen and validated for who I was. I felt safe to begin to explore what I was struggling with. Over time, I was able to understand myself better so that I could begin to make some positive changes in my life.
Prior to becoming a therapist, I worked within the area of mental health for 10 years. This included various roles within different organisations and the NHS, where I supported people who struggled with mild to severe mental health difficulties.
I knew that I loved supporting people to feel seen, heard and valued. However, I felt frustrated working within ‘the system’. I wanted to find other ways to help people. Training as a therapist felt like a natural transition from the knowledge and experience I gained whilst working within the area of mental health.
Since beginning my journey as a therapist, I have worked with young people and adults in various settings, including charitable organisations, community interest companies and further education.
Creating an inclusive therapy space
One thing I noticed whilst working in these settings was how rigid and restrictive the therapy set-up can be. I have worked with many clients, particularly those who identify as autistic, ADHD-ers, anxious, highly sensitive, neurodivergent and/or LGBTQ+. One thing I noticed was that many of these people struggled with the stereotypical ‘one size fits all’ approach to therapy.
I decided to start my private practice because I wanted to work with clients in a personalised way which suits their unique needs and preferences.
My Therapy Qualifications & Professional Development
- Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling (University of Edinburgh)
- COSCA Counselling Skills Certificate (Therapy Train Stirling)
- CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism (West College of Scotland)
- BSc (Hons) in Psychology (University of Stirling)
- Ongoing CPD including, but not limited to, outdoor therapy, working with dreams, polyvagal theory, mindfulness.