Therese Paterson

Welcome

I specialise in online therapy using Skype, a recognised successful therapeutic method

Skype presents an excellent option if you:-
-prefer to be in your chosen environment
-need to save on travelling time
-have restricted mobility

I offer one-to-one therapy online

50 minute sessions provide a confidential, non-judgemental, and compassionate space to explore your concerns whatever they are, at your pace

Therapy can be a life changing experience. Addressing fear, anxiety, limiting beliefs and unrealistic expectations of ourselves, can block us from achieving our full potential

Successful therapy depends on your being comfortable and able to trust your therapist. I suggest we arrange a first appointment, so that you may decide if I am the right person for you

Feel free to contact me for more information. We can also arrange a free 15 minute Skype chat to see if you would like to proceed

Using Skype

You will require privacy so you won't be disturbed. You will need a computer with a camera and microphone. Newer computers have these built-in but you can use external/add on cameras and microphone/headphones if your computer is older. Once you have downloaded Skype and set up a Skype identity, send a contact request to my Skype address, "counselling.psychologist". I will accept your request and contact you.

Downloading Skype to a smart phone is an alternative if you don't have a computer. However, you would have to hold the phone in front of you for the whole session

Regulation

As a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, I abide by the Code of Ethics and Conduct of The British Psychological Society (BPS). In addition, as required by statutory regulation, I am registered as a Chartered Psychologist with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC)

Contact Me

If you have questions about beginning therapy, feel free to contact me. That first step to seek therapy requires courage. I respect that and will respond as soon as I can