Shona Mackay Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counselling and Psychotherapy in Inverness, Highlands and online
A welcoming and confidential space to explore your thoughts, emotions and challenges
Therapy in a safe, comfortable and private setting
My name is Shona and I am person-centred counsellor and psychotherapist based in Inverness, in the Scottish Highlands.
My experience in counselling spreads over an NHS setting, working within the organisation - Addictions Counselling Inverness and through my private practice work.
Within these settings I have worked with adults of all ages with a wide range of issues including anxiety and depression, stress, family issues, addictions, physical and psychological abuse and bereavement.
Training & qualifications
- Diploma in Person-Centred Counselling & Psychotherapy - University of the Highlands and Islands.
- Diploma in counselling children and young people - Essential Training Associates Ltd.
- COSCA Certificate in Counselling Skills - University of the Highlands and Islands
- BACP Online Counselling Primer - Open Learn Create, The Open University.
I am committed to continued personal and professional development, as part of this I have regular sessions with an experienced supervisor and undertake regular training.
Speak in confidence
Opening up to someone can be daunting and feel uncomfortable, so I aim to offer a safe, confidential, genuine and accepting environment where you can explore your thoughts emotions and the challenges you are facing.
Your personal growth
As a counsellor I am here to support you in your journey of personal growth, allowing you to explore and utilise your own strengths and personal identity. Eventually this will lead you to discover your own abilities and autonomy, so that you can cope with the current and future problems.
My approach
A person-centred approach allows you to have control over the content and pace of your sessions, with no expectations or judgement. As we build our relationship I want you to feel free and supported to disclose whatever is troubling you.
What can counselling and psychotherapy help with?
People come to me for help with a wide range of issues. Here are a few of the more common difficulties that can be supported through counselling and psychotherapy:
- Depression
- Problems with confidence or self-esteem
- Anger management
- Issues relating to sexuality
- Difficulties at work or in retirement
- Problems with family or school life
- Feelings of stress or anxiety
- Panic attacks
- Relationship problems
- Grief, loss or bereavement
- Problems with addiction
- Trauma and post-traumatic stress
- Abuse
My location
My counselling room is based in the city centre of Inverness, and I welcome clients from all over the highlands.
In addition to providing face-to-face therapy, I also offer phone and online sessions to anyone in the UK.
My working days are Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Fees & availability
Our sessions last 50 minutes, usually taking place on a weekly or fortnightly basis, but other options are available to suit your needs. The cost is £55 per session which can be paid in cash or bank transfer in advance of each session.
I offer a free 15 minute introductory call so we can connect, discuss what brings you to counselling and arrange a suitable day and time.
Please note that if you want to cancel an appointment I require 48 hours notice; otherwise you may still need to pay for any missed sessions.
Get in touch
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how counselling and psychotherapy works, or to arrange an initial introductory call.
This enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to counselling, whether it could be helpful for you and whether I am the right therapist to help.
You can also call me on +44 7593246934 if you would prefer to leave a message or speak to me first. I am happy to discuss any queries or questions you may have.
All enquires are usually answered within 24 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential.