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You don't need fixed. You were hurt and need to heal.

Trauma Counsellor Glasgow West End | Brain Botanics

Professional trauma-informed counselling in Glasgow's West End helps women move from surviving to thriving. Using specialised approaches like Rewind Therapy and EMDR, we help you process difficult experiences without retraumatisation.

Does it feel like you're watching your life happen instead of living it?

You might be the millennial woman who appears successful on the outside but feels completely disconnected on the inside. Walking through Kelvingrove Park or having coffee on Byres Road, you're physically present but emotionally numb - like you're behind glass, watching yourself go through the motions.

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You're tired of feeling:

  • Emotionally numb - going through your West End routine on autopilot, unable to connect with experiences that should bring joy

  • Constantly hypervigilant - scanning for danger even in safe spaces, exhausted from always being "on"

  • Like an imposter - functioning well professionally but feeling insecure and fraudulent inside

  • "Broken" or damaged - carrying shame about experiences you've never fully processed

  • Unable to trust yourself - second-guessing your perceptions and wondering if your reactions are "normal"

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How this impacts your wider life:

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Your relationships suffer because vulnerability feels dangerous. You either push people away when they get too close, or accept unhealthy dynamics because they feel familiar. Dating in Glasgow feels impossible when you can't trust your own judgment.

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Your career stagnates despite your capabilities. Imposter syndrome keeps you playing small in Glasgow's competitive professional scene, constantly waiting to be "found out."

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Your body carries the weight - chronic headaches that won't respond to medication, sleep issues leaving you exhausted, unexplained digestive problems, and muscle tension that makes relaxation impossible.

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The vibrant West End community surrounds you with culture and connection, but trauma keeps you feeling like an outsider looking in, never able to fully participate in your own life.

Helping you reclaim your authentic self and build genuine connections

Life doesn't have to feel like something happening TO you.

 

Trauma-informed therapy in our Glasgow clinic  helps your nervous system process stuck memories so you can finally feel at home in your own life and engage authentically.

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What becomes possible through trauma healing:

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Emotionally: Move from numbness or overwhelming floods to experiencing feelings fully without being controlled by them. Develop genuine self-compassion and recognize your inherent worth in your body, not just intellectually.

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Relationally: Trust your judgment about people again. Create healthy boundaries naturally without guilt while being vulnerable in relationships without constant fear of abandonment.

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Physically: Your nervous system learns you're safe. Sleep becomes restorative, chronic tension releases, and unexplained symptoms often resolve as your body exits constant alert mode.

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In your authentic self: Rediscover who you are beneath survival strategies. Your genuine personality emerges, and you stop defining yourself by what happened to you.

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How our trauma-informed approach works differently:

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Unlike traditional therapy that can keep you rehashing painful details, EMDR therapy and Rewind Therapy work with your brain's natural healing capacity. You process difficult experiences without retraumatisation while remaining in control throughout.

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  • EMDR therapy in Glasgow uses bilateral stimulation to help your brain integrate traumatic memories

  • Rewind Therapy allows processing while you remain calm and dissociated - no need to relive trauma

  • Person-centred counselling ensures you set the pace and maintain choice in your healing journey

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Most clients notice shifts within the first few sessions, with significant improvements often seen within months rather than years.

Trauma therapy can help you:

  • Reclaim your authentic identity - rediscover who you are beneath the trauma responses and survival strategies

  • Build genuine self-worth - develop self-compassion and recognize your inherent value

  • Learn to trust again - both trusting yourself and being able to form healthy relationships with others

  • Process stuck memories - so past experiences become integrated rather than intrusive

  • Develop emotional regulation - experience feelings without being overwhelmed or numb

  • Create healthy boundaries - protect your energy and wellbeing without guilt or fear

  • Break generational cycles - ensure you don't pass unresolved trauma to future relationships or children

  • Find meaning in your experiences - transform your pain into purpose and wisdom

  • Feel alive again - reconnect with joy, creativity, and genuine engagement with life

You don't have to carry this alone anymore.

  • You've already survived the worst part - the actual traumatic experiences. What you're dealing with now are aftereffects, and those can be healed with the right trauma therapy Glasgow approach.

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  • The emotional numbness, trust issues, and feeling "broken" aren't permanent states - they're not who you are. They're your nervous system's intelligent way of protecting you, and now it can learn you're safe enough to start living fully again.

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  • You're not too damaged to heal. You're not "too much" or "too sensitive."

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  • You don't need all the answers before starting, and you don't need to share everything immediately. Healing happens at your pace, with your choices respected every step of the journey.

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  • The vibrant West End community - the culture, opportunities, and connections - these are meant to be enjoyed, not just survived. With trauma-informed support, you can move from watching life happen to actively participating in it.

Wondering how all this works?

1. Free Consultation  

Click this link to schedule a complimentary consultation with me at the day and time that works for you. This will take place as a private, 30 minute phone call. This is a chance for us to discuss what's bringing you to therapy and determine if we're a good fit to work together. There's no pressure - just an opportunity to ask questions and get a feel for my approach.

2. We'll connect

During our consult I'll ask you some questions about what's keeping you stuck. You can ask me questions, get to know more about how I work, and we will each decide if I have the right skillset for you and if we would be a good fit to work together. This initial conversation helps us establish the foundation for our therapeutic relationship - a crucial element for effective therapy.

3. Get to work

We'll start by meeting weekly for 5 weeks to allow us to get to know one another and begin the work. We may shift to biweekly or monthly depending on your needs and goals. Throughout our work together, we'll regularly check in on your progress and adjust our approach as needed. My goal is to provide you with the tools and support you need to eventually navigate life's challenges independently.

The West End is full of opportunities for connection, culture, and growth. You shouldn't have to experience it through the filter of anxiety.

Click here for Anxiety Counselling in Glasgow- West End for past experiences affecting current anxiety.

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Click here to Schedule Your Free Consultation

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: I've tried therapy before and it didn't help. How is trauma counselling different?

  • A: Traditional therapy often focuses on talking through experiences repeatedly, which can reinforce trauma patterns. A Trauma therapist EMDR/Rewind therapy approaches work with your brain's natural processing system without requiring you to relive painful experiences. We use techniques that help your nervous system heal while you remain safe throughout.

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  • Q: Do I have to talk about traumatic details?

  • A: No. With EMDR and Rewind Therapy, we work with your brain's ability to process memories without describing them in detail. You maintain complete control over what you share and when - healing can happen even without discussing specific memories.

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  • Q: How long does trauma therapy take?

  • A: Many people notice shifts within the first few sessions, with significant improvements often within months. Unlike traditional talk therapy that can take years, trauma-focused approaches work more efficiently by targeting how trauma is stored in your mind & nervous system.

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  • Q: What if I can't remember my trauma clearly?

  • A: Memory gaps are common with trauma, and you don't need clear memories to benefit. Your nervous system remembers even when your conscious mind doesn't. If experiences impact your ability to feel safe or engage fully in life, trauma therapy can help regardless of memory clarity.

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  • Q: Is online trauma therapy as effective?

  • A: Research shows online trauma therapy can be equally effective. Being in your safe space often helps you feel more in control, which is particularly important for trauma work. It also eliminates transport barriers when you're already managing difficult symptoms.

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  • Q: Will I feel worse before feeling better?

  • A: Trauma-informed approaches are designed to avoid making you feel worse. We work within your "window of tolerance" - processing experiences without overwhelm. Any temporary awareness increases come with coping strategies and support.

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