I am an experienced practitioner who can offer you the time, space and support you need to explore the changes and challenges in your life. With this in mind, a key part of my work is to build a relationship where you feel a sense of safety and trust.
I work with adults to explore and support loss, change and grief, relationship difficulties and anxiety. I use a variety of approaches, depending on your needs and preferences.
I also support young people and their families, particularly where grief and loss is part of the story.
As a couples counsellor, I offer couples the chance to understand their relationship in a neutral, non-judgemental and supportive way. The client here is the couple rather than two individuals. We will work together, looking through an attachment informed lens.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is counselling?
Counselling offers time which is just for you where you can talk freely to help you process feelings or events.
During our sessions you can talk about and explore anything that is on your mind. It can help you learn more about yourself and make sense of your thoughts, feelings and motivations, giving you a clearer perspective.
Counselling can also help you to think about your options and make decisions so that you’re able to make positive changes.
It can help you to process things that have happened in your life and relationships.
Counselling can help you move through difficult situations and help you see yourself and your situation in a new way.
What kind of counsellor am I?
I am an integrative counsellor which means I use a range of techniques and resources from different counselling models and adapt them to suit your needs.
I have qualifications in couples counselling and working with children and young people as well as adults.
I have worked with bereaved young people and their families over the past 16 years.
I offer online and in person sessions.
What qualifications and experience do I have?
I completed a diploma in integrative counselling in 2022.
I have a qualification in Couple Counselling.
I have a diploma in counselling Children and Young People.
I am registered as a counsellor with COSCA and BACP.
I have worked in education with young people with additional support needs and bereaved families since 2009.
I have a Masters of Education in Pupil Support (Bereavement and Loss).
I am accredited with the General Teaching Council Scotland as a Support for Learning teacher and have Professional Recognition for Coaching.
I have also volunteered at local counselling services with adults and couples, as well as a national bereavement charity supporting adults and young people.
What are my fees?
All initial 15 minute initial phone/online consultations are free.
My fees for individual counselling sessions face to face or via zoom are £50
My fees for couple counselling are £75.
What do I need to do next?
Please email Heather Staines at the address below.
I endeavour to respond to all enquiries within 48 hours.
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