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Face-to-Face Therapy

Face-to-face therapy offers a grounded, focused space to work through personal challenges with consistent support. Meeting in person allows for richer, more nuanced communication — including body language, tone, and the subtle, reassuring presence of someone truly listening. Whether you're dealing with longstanding trauma, recent overwhelm, or just feeling stuck, in-person therapy may offer the sense of stability and presence you're looking for.

In-person sessions are available at my offices in Barrhead (G78) and Clarkston (G76), Glasgow.

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Benefits of In-Person Therapy


Non-Verbal Communication

Posture, eye contact, and even silence can express what words can't. These subtle cues help deepen mutual understanding and guide the therapeutic process.

Therapeutic Presence & Connection

Sitting together in the same space can offer a deeper sense of comfort, security, and being truly seen.

A Dedicated, Neutral Environment

The therapy room becomes your own private space — away from distractions, responsibilities, and the outside world.

Consistent, Contained Support

Regular sessions in-person can provide a steady, grounding rhythm for deeper emotional work and trauma processing.

If this sounds like the kind of space you're looking for, you're welcome to reach out.

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When Face-to-Face Therapy
Might Not Be For You


Therapist and Client in Counselling Room

While in-person therapy can be beneficial for many people, it isn't always the right option for everyone. Here are a few reasons why it may not suit your needs:

Feeling exposed or uncomfortable

Some people find face-to-face interaction intense or anxiety-provoking, especially at the beginning. If you feel more able to open up in a less direct format, online sessions might be a better starting point.

Practical or accessibility challenges

Travelling to and from sessions requires time and effort. For those with tight schedules, mobility limitations, or other accessibility needs, this can be a barrier.

Preference for flexibility

In-person sessions happen at a set time and place. If you need greater flexibility or want the option to attend from home, online therapy offers an alternative that can work just as well.

Frequently Asked Questions

Face-to-Face Therapy

If you're thinking about coming to therapy in person, it's natural to have questions—about where sessions happen, what the space is like, or how things will feel.

I've answered some common ones here, but if there's anything else you're wondering, feel free to get in touch.

Sessions are held at one of two locations:

  • Barrhead (G78): A private garden office.
  • Clarkston (G76): A shared counselling practice with several rooms.

Both are quiet, professional spaces. Once we confirm your appointment, I'll send full directions and practical details.

Accessibility varies by location:

  • Barrhead is on ground level but has one step into the room and no waiting area, so I ask clients to arrive at the scheduled time
  • Clarkston is on the first floor, accessible only via a steep staircase, so may not be suitable if stairs are an issue.

If you have any concerns about access or mobility, I'll be happy to discuss options — including online sessions.

At Barrhead, the therapy room is used exclusively by me and not shared with others.

At Clarkston, I work from a counselling centre with three rooms and a shared waiting area. Clients are asked to arrive no more than five minutes before their appointment, and you'll buzz the room number on arrival — I'll let you in.

Both locations are quiet and respectful of your privacy.

It's completely normal to feel nervous about coming in person — especially if this is your first time in therapy. You don't need to have everything figured out, and there's no pressure to say anything before you're ready. We'll take things at your pace. If coming to the office feels like too much right now, online sessions are always available — you're not alone, and there are options that can work for you.