Dr. Mooney has a strong background in addiction and trauma, and we noticed this when we checked on her work in schools, hospices, healthcare facilities, and addiction treatment. This provides her with a balanced view when treating clients with complicated psychological issues.

We’re impressed at how she blends Person-Centred Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and more, which sounds fancy, but really? It just means she tailors the approach to fit you—no cookie-cutter solutions.

And it’s not just one-on-one sessions. The centre offers couples therapy, family support, group sessions, and workshops. We also love how easy it is to book these services online.

The catch? Prices range from £90 to £120 per session, which can feel steep compared to some local options (especially if you’re new to therapy). So, it’ll be a good idea to take advantage of their free phone consultation for a more well-informed decision.

Nonetheless, if you’re after personalized care from someone who genuinely gets complex issues, Psyche Therapy Centre’s a reliable option.

High quality of care

“Honestly such a high quality of care! Can’t recommend it enough!! A safe place to work through your deep rooted issues with no judgment. Psyche therapy center helps me feel accepted, heard and understood and the therapists are amazing. I feel reassured that I am not alone and through working with the therapists I know that things will continue to improve for me. Can’t thank yous enough for helping me make the progress I’ve already made and thank you for continuing to help me make even more progress.”

Anna W, Google Review

Great space and professional staff

“Great space and professional staff who really listen and help. It’s a safe space to deal with things without judgment.”

Nessy _S, Google Review

Natalia brings over 15 years of experience to her practice. We found that she has a lot of expertise in areas like domestic violence, sexual abuse, and cancer-related trauma.

What’s neat is she doesn’t just stick to one-size-fits-all therapy. Whether you’re a guy sorting through personal issues, a couple stuck in constant arguments, or a family trying to mend fences, she tailors her approach to fit your needs.

On top of that, she runs workshops on mindfulness, stress management, and resilience. These workshops provide hands-on tools and techniques to assist clients in improving their mental well-being and coping with the highs and lows of life.

However, she’s closed on weekends, which might be inconvenient if that’s when you’re free.

But here’s the silver lining: she offers free 15-minute phone consultations, so you can see if she’s the right fit before committing. No pressure, just a real conversation. And if it clicks? Her rates are pretty reasonable for the field, starting at around £54 per session.

Amazing help

“Natalia has been an amazing help for me personally and always makes sessions accessible and truly so helpful. She has an amazing personality and it shines through each session. Love working on myself with her!”

emily newport, Google Review

Professional, kind, caring, and compassionate

“I contacted Natalia after going through an extremely difficult period in my life. Not only has she given me back my confidence, she has helped me find myself again and I am so thankful for her incredible advice. Natalia is professional, kind, caring and compassionate I would highly recommend her session to anyone who feels they might need that additional support.”

Kristy McCall, Google Review

Matthew Leckie, founder of Abide Counselling, has a focus on working with men’s health, anxiety (generalized, social, and health-related), depression, grief, addiction, and trauma. This focus offers a safe space specifically suited to men’s life experiences. 

Understanding the importance of finding the right fit, Abide Counselling offers a complimentary 20-minute phone consultation. You can discuss your concerns and determine if Matthew’s approach aligns with your needs.

We’re also happy with their rates since it’s on the cheaper side. With individual sessions running at around £55, it’s already more affordable than others.

Speaking of individual sessions—they mostly just focus on one-on-one settings. So for those seeking group therapy or workshops, you may need to inquire directly about such offerings or would have to look elsewhere. 

But hey, we have to commend Matthew for his effective and efficient individual sessions after hearing from clients talking about how he’s understanding, and compassionate but still honest and helpful.

Absolutely no judgement 

“I cannot recommend Abide counselling services enough. Matthew has been amazing with me, initially meeting weekly then dropping to bi weekly. He is calm, reassuring and also gives opposing views and opinions on certain life topics to help you think more clearly. I am so comfortable in the sessions and there is absolutely no judgement or topic off limits. Matthew is very kind, understanding, compassionate and really good at what he does! If you are considering therapy then definitely try Abide Counselling, you will not regret.”

Martin McPhilemy, Google Review

Compassionate and effective support

“Matthew provided a supportive and understanding space that helped me ground my emotions and readjust during a difficult time. Working with him has improved how I empathise with others and has helped me slow down my decision-making and reduce impulsiveness. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of compassionate and effective support.”

John Totten, Google Review

MAC Counselling covers all the bases: individual therapy, couples work, and family support, tackling everything from anxiety and depression to grief, addiction, and trauma. With such a broad scope, your chances of finding what you need are high.

Roslin, the lead therapist, mixes things up with approaches like CBT, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Mindfulness. She doesn’t stick to one playbook, which means she crafts plans that fit you, and not some generic procedure. 

In fact, the clients we chatted with love how she tweaks her methods to match their specific struggles.

A bonus perk? MAC drops workshops and straight-up helpful articles on stuff like managing emotions or decoding mental health issues. It’s like getting a toolkit to keep the progress going between appointments—prevents you from getting too complacent. 

Keep in mind, though—because of the range of services and Roslin’s experience, new clients might have to wait a bit for an appointment. 

On the upside, they’re not tone-deaf about costs. To keep therapy accessible, they offer a sliding scale (£60-£75 per session) with discounts for students, key workers, and folks on tighter budgets. 

Has a good way with people

“A great counsellor who has helped many people overcome difficulties and enhance their lives, Ros has an exceptionally good way with people allowing her to gain their trust and help them grow. Would definitely recommend her services.”

Mags W, Google Review

Helpful care and insight 

“I’ve been a client of Ros’ through some very difficult times in my life. Her care and insight helped me process my emotions and work on moving on with my life.”

Linzi Mclaren, Google Review

Stephen has been in the field for 25 years, working in both the NHS and private practice, so he’s got experience handling everything from anxiety and depression to trauma and relationship issues.

We noted how his approach is pretty flexible, which can be helpful if you’re looking for something tailored to your specific needs.

One thing that stood out to us is that he gives thorough written evaluations, providing you with a good analysis of how you’re doing and what the important points from therapy are—nice if you like seeing how things are progressing.

He also produces personalized audio recordings, be it guided meditation, affirmations, or therapeutic reflection, so you have additional support in between sessions.

Just a heads-up—his rates are on the higher side at around £70 per session, and the first appointment has to be prepaid by debit/credit card or PayPal. If cost is a factor, that’s something to consider.

That said, his structured yet adaptable approach could be a good fit for those looking for something more in-depth.

Provides a safe space

“Working with Stephen has changed my life for the better. He provides a safe space for you to grow and heal. Stephen is a genuine, kind soul who cares for his patients in a way that I have never experienced with previous therapists. From the minute I walked into his practice, I knew I was in safe hands; which gave me freedom to speak openly without judgement. Truly one of a kind! From the bottom of my soul, thank you Stephen.”

Amanda Crawford, Google Review

Life-changing experience 

“Finding Stephen has been life-changing for me. He provides a calm, safe space without any judgement. I felt understood, respected and listened to. He helped me to understand what I was going through and taught me ways to accept it, work through it and be able to move on from it. He is compassionate, kind, honest and professional and I would have no problem recommending him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and experienced psychotherapist.”

Sarah Murphy, Google Review