When my marriage ended I (surprisingly and hard to believe, I know) felt a weight lift from my shoulders and looked forward to being surrounded with the love and warmth of my family and friends. I recall my colleague offering advice; ‘if you need someone to talk to I know of some very good counsellors I could put you in touch with.’ I welcomed the kind words but was perplexed as I was happy and (almost immediately) people were telling me I looked better and more content; a far cry from my subdued demeanour and sad eyes that had been on display for some time - though I wasn’t fully aware of these features. It goes to show that sometimes we really need to look in the mirror and face facts. I had made a brave decision and felt the benefits right away so, for me, counselling was completely unnecessary. After a planned year on my own without even thinking about finding love again I turned towards the prospect of meeting someone and starting a relationship again. I met an amazing man and we started dating. And that’s when it hit me... The dread...the negative thoughts...that overwhelming all-consuming knowingness that things would come crashing down around me. My previous relationship had impacted me more than I could ever have imagined. I decided that speaking to someone might be a good idea after all, and thank goodness my Google search led me to Paisley Counselling...and Kim! Her welcoming manner and informal approach created a warm and relaxed environment, and her ability to encourage me to explore my past and myself - without even realising it - has enabled me to fully understand and appreciate the route causes of my insecurities and self-perception. Kim utilised a range of strategies during my time working with her and I now have a toolkit I can dip into whenever I have a wobble or feel that self-doubt creeping in. Her attentiveness and ability to listen without judgement and offer alternative ways of looking at things has been crucial for me. She truly helped me to unravel my inner conflict and put the pieces of my own little complex puzzle together. Kim is patient, consistent, honest and the type of person who sits side by side with you. She listens and never leads, and - most importantly - encourages you to choose your own path; make your own decisions and find your own truth. Among the few invaluable truths I realised during my time working with her, another one I learned was that she is everything a counsellor should be. Thank you Kim!

MF

I decided to seek Kim's help as I had a few issues in my recent past, which weren't particularly significant, but enough to trouble me and cause a certain degree of depression and unhappiness. Kim was amazing at helping me understand the reasons why I was feeling the way I was and provided me with the tools to address these feelings. I felt like such a weight was lifted during my sessions as Kim provided a comfortable and welcoming platform for me to talk freely, which is something I had always struggled with. I would highly recommend Kim's counselling services to anyone.

PR

I went to counselling to help with my struggles with anxiety and vulnerability. Kim has provided a safe place for me to process my feelings and begin to uncover the root cause. She is very patient and sympathetic , but not afraid to challenge you when needed . She is fantastic and I can't recommend her enough

RA

I had counselling sessions with Kim to get help with my anger and anxiety. Talking about my problems helped me and I've regained confidence in myself. I'm letting people in more. Kim provides a safe and non-judgmental space. Thanks for your help, Kim.

JO

When I first made the decision to see Kim and I could never have expected the life-changing healing that occurred over the subsequent year. I am incredibly grateful and lucky to have found her at a time in my life where I was completely overwhelmed and stuck. I began my counselling journey broken, exhausted, ashamed and exasperated. Kim was kind, patient and obviously incredibly knowledgeable and experienced. Through counselling I began my own journey of inner reflection going back as far as my childhood. I was for the first time able to see myself fully, love myself and heal from patterns of behaviour and thinking that no longer served me. I was finally able, after years of endless toxic thinking, to find some stillness, healing and freedom. My quality of life, my relationships with myself, my family and those closest to me have all improved immeasurably. I feel almost rewired on how I see myself and the world around me all thanks to Kim’s help, guidance and counselling approach. I will be forever grateful to her and would wholeheartedly recommend Kim to anyone and everyone who is struggling.

MM

I first came to Kim for help because I had been feeling low, and empty, for longer than I could remember. In many ways I felt like a helpless child in the body of a man. Thanks to the work we've done together, those feelings are gone. I've grown into myself at last, and whereas previously I could feel overwhelmed by even the smallest or simplest of tasks, now it feels more like a horizon full of possibilities that there's no need to fear. It's so lovely to not be afraid of things I used to be afraid of. I'm more capable than I ever felt I was before, and I can finally say that I feel like I'm enough. More than enough, even. And I'd never have been able to do the work to get here, were it not for Kim helping me to build the tools to do it.

GH

I came to therapy during a very low point in my life, I felt overwhelmed and anxious. Through Kim’s incredibly supportive and non-judgemental approach I was able to explore some of my deeper issues in an environment where I felt safe and in control. Kim helped me gain a huge understanding of myself, and taught me healthy ways to cope with difficulties. I feel better than I ever could have hoped, and am much more steady and confident going forward in life.

LF

I initially met Kim when My husband and I came to her in a last-ditch attempt to save our marriage of over 15 years. We were on our knees, our relationship was emotionally abusive and destructive and I was completely out of answers. Unfortunately after only a few sessions, some together and some on my own, my husband refused to continue with then and unsurprisingly we were unable to save our relationship. I was devastated and struggling with the enormity of this and decided to continue to work with Kim on my own. Kim is very strong and professional but also very compassionate and insightful. Her assessment of the person and the situation she is confronted with is incredible and it is her advice in this regard that I revisit every day, particularly the difficult days. Kim has provided me with essential coping strategies and self-awareness to deal with my marriage break-up. This is not what I wanted for myself and I am still devastated by the process, however with Kim’s help and advice I am hopeful about the future and getting stronger every day. Life is unpredictable and at times very unkind and unfair and it is at these times… when they become too much… that I would not hesitate in recommending a little extra help… in the form of Kim’s services. She is a true star and I am eternally grateful to her.

Mrs L

Kim was recommended to me during a very painful marriage breakdown and subsequent divorce. Trying to keep everything together as a working mum felt so overwhelming but within a very short space of time within the first session, I had absolute faith Kim would help me understand, process and make peace with what was happening around me and to me. She doesn’t promise to take away your pain, but does something far more wonderful and teaches you to allow yourself permission to feel it and teaches you gently and with such grace, ways to cope when it feels too much. I gained so much from working with Kim. Most importantly, she helped me realise probably for the first time in my adult life, the importance of looking after myself. That understanding extended way beyond the pain of Divorce and has brought so many positive things to my life since. She sees you where you are and helps you see the sun again. Your sun, which is bigger and brighter than it ever was!

VW

Going to see Kim was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I started seeing Kim when I began to acknowledge my childhood trauma. I was lost, ashamed, disgusted in myself and I had no idea who I was, I felt like I had been living a lie. There are no words to describe what Kim has done for me. She has helped me through the dark parts of my past, helping me accept what has happened and showing me that it doesn’t define me. I have never been more happier in myself. I’m beginning to find who I am and take control of my own life, instead of letting my past and others control it. I could never thank Kim enough for everything she has done for me, she has helped me find my way through the darkness and I can finally see a bright future for myself.

AD

Counselling with Kim has exceeded my expectations. In a relatively short time Kim has given me the tools to manage my anxiety and extremely negative thought patterns. I started out the year feeling worthless, anxious and depressed and just half-way through 2020 I am happy, planning a family and thinking about starting my own business. The greatest thing for me was that she helped me to understand why I was feeling that way and really get to the root of my issues. This has helped me so much. I went so long feeling like a weight was on my chest but now I can finally take a full breath. I feel confident in going ahead on my own with the tools Kim has given me. I am so grateful for our counselling sessions and would recommend Kim to anyone who feels like they are struggling. I can’t thank her enough.

CM

As I approached the end of 2023 I knew I had to deal with the thoughts and feelings I’ve lived with for a very long time.The trauma of losing a parent to suicide in my teens & now in my 50s married with my own family, it was starting to affect all aspects of my life I wanted to understand & let go of these thoughts & feelings. Speaking to Kim & seeing Vicki for several sessions has helped me understand why I felt the way I did. The tools & strategies used at these sessions I will continue to use they’ve really helped me see I am the person I hoped I was. From the bottom of my heart I thank you Vicki & can’t emphasise enough to people how much counselling can help 🙂

KN

Kim helped me unravel a maze of thoughts that seemed overwhelming. She guided me to think clearly and asked difficult questions. This grew my self-awareness. Kim is very experienced and has many 'tools' in her toolkit and more importantly, listens with compassion. I would recommend Kim if you're at a place of feeling stuck or need someone with a listening ear who will give feedback and help self-understanding.

JM

Ep

I was so nervous starting councselling with kim but as soon as i did she made me feel at ease. with kim's guidance she has helped me work though alot of issues and helped me know myself better also build my own confidence. Kim is very easy to talk to and you dont feel you are being judged. I would highly recommend counselling it’s been so beneficial for me.

I worked with Kim for around 6 months after having somewhat of an epiphany that later Kim explained using theory that my body and mind were ready to work with parts of myself which were created during my childhood trauma. After each session I felt I became lighter and felt the space in my body and mind become so that I could figure out who I was and what I want. Although there were difficult times and I had to really work with anxiety and panic it has been so rewarding. I now feel I am able to express my feelings in a healthier way, reduce the overwhelming feelings of stress & anxiety and allow myself to love all the parts of me as well as being strong enough to become one with them. For all of this I don't know how to thank Kim. She is also just a lovely and approachable person!

EB

From my first session with Lyndsay I instantly felt at ease and listened to. I had a lot of feelings I needed to express and being able to do this in a safe and judgement free environment has been invaluable to me. Lyndsay taught me that being vulnerable is actually a strength and to embrace it. She gave me back the confidence I thought I lost a long time ago and I will never be able to thank her enough. I feel I have to skills and drive now to achieve a lot more in life and I have her to thank for that. She was born to be a counsellor and just beams kindness and fills up the room.

LG

Have had three sessions with Kim went in with a determination to sort my problems out before I went which helps but still needed help to sort it out once and for all. Kim’s style of counselling amazed me, as in, how well it worked for me. I found out a lot about myself and why things were going wrong in my life. I felt more in charge of my life and happier after Kim’s help. I totally recommend her process all I can say is go in with a open mind and go with what Kim suggests – all clicked into place on the third meeting.

DP

Following a diagnosis of fibromyalgia, I contacted Kim to help me process this life-changing news. Although Kim provided the space to process and helped me consider my future, this was really only the beginning of my counselling journey. Kim’s person-centred and empathic approach, along with her ability to make me feel comfortable from my initial consultation, helped create a relaxed and informal environment which really allowed me to express myself and feel that I could do so without being judged. Kim’s approach to counselling provided me with the time and space to work through many trauma-related issues, and gave me the tools and coping mechanisms to move on with my life. Finally, at aged 40, I feel that I’ve now learned one of my most important lessons - I matter. Thank you Kim, for being the most crucial part in my journey thus far.

JM

I contacted Kim at a time when I had lost all sense of focus with work, my goals and were taking those around me for granted. Over the course of a few weeks, Kim really started to help refocus my thoughts and energy in a more positive direction, working through some things that I hadn't realised were unresolved from years ago. Taking the time out to sit and speak with somebody outside of my 'bubble' really helped provide some clarity and a much-needed shake at a time when I was losing touch with myself. I couldn't recommend Kim highly enough - she has really helped make a hugely positive change to my day-to-day life and focus my energy in to making positive and lasting changes.

GM

After suffering from trauma effects for years and just trying to push through, I eventually hit rock bottom last year. Fortunately I contacted Kim and I don't think I could've found a better therapist to help me. When I first met Kim, I'd completely lost my sense of self, had little to no feelings of self-worth and was in a constant state of either panic or numbness/shutdown. I lost my place at university, was too ill to work, and couldn't connect with anyone. Now, I'm finally in a place where I feel like I can start healing from years of trauma; feelings that I learned to either suppress or dismiss just in order to survive. Kim creates a very calm, supportive and non-judgemental space where you can face extremely difficult memories/feelings and not only learn to manage and improve the anxiety from them, but also work to get yourself to a place where it doesn't define your life anymore. I can actually enjoy things again and can think about the future. A year ago, I couldn't have imagined that I'd get to this sort of headspace. Kim balances a lot of empathy and compassion with effective recommendations of tools you can implement to manage your mental health and recovery. 100% recommend.

EB

I came to Kim feeling pretty helpless about my anxiety and not knowing where to turn. I had done a CBT course a few years ago, however felt it didn’t get to the source of the problem. From my first session with Kim, I felt understood and listened to and most importantly for me, reassured that something could change and I wouldn’t feel like this forever. I now understand where the anxiety started and has developed. In addition to working through that, Kim helped me gain coping strategies to help. I feel like I’m in a completely different place thanks to the sessions with Kim.

CM

When I first picked up the phone to make an appointment with Kim, I felt embarrassed that I was seeking help and now looking back it was one of the best decisions that I have made. Immediately on speaking with Kim on the phone, I started to feel calmer. Kim gave me very good advice on techniques that I could use to help with my panic attacks. Despite being sceptical about counselling, after a few sessions with Kim I started to realise that the things that should have been important to me, I was taking for granted. Over the next six months Kim introduced me to techniques that helped with the issues that I was experiencing, gave me a much healthier perspective and I now have a much more balanced outlook to life and the day to day challenges of modern life. It has now been a few months since my last session with Kim and with her help and advice and my own learning I am now much happier and less self-centred. Looking back I dread to think of the position I would still be in had I not made that initial contact.

AJ

I was very sceptical about counselling and was not expecting to get much out of it. Kim taught me some great coping techniques and how to put them into practice. She helped me build up the courage to face the world again and regain confidence in myself which at the time I wasn’t sure was possible.

CG

Can’t thank Janyie enough for the support she provided me in trying to better my self while dealing with many mental health challenges. She has helped me improve so much. I am so grateful for her support throughout. She was so easy to talk to as I really struggle to open up to people but to me it felt like I was talking to a friend. I would recommend her in a heartbeat to anyone who needs a little helping hand. Thank you xx

EF

I can't thank Lynsey from paisley counselling enough she has helped me turn my life around.I would recommend Paisley counselling service to anyone.

SC

I contacted Kim at a desperate time in my life looking for help and praying that counselling would work as I was sceptical and thought I was never going to get better. Kim was absolutely lovely from the start and made me feel so welcome. I had suffered from past traumas in life which I hadn’t dealt with and caused severe daily anxiety mentally and physically. I found myself opening up to Kim without judging me and it was amazing the results after just one session, a massive weight was lifted off my shoulders. Kim gave me great advice, was empathic and understood me straight away. My family and friends had noticed a huge change in me and I, of course, have seen a massive change in myself. Kim was great at changing my way of thinking and giving me the tools I need to change my mindset. I haven’t taken a panic attack since my first session which shows talking to someone really can help. Kim, I can’t thank you enough. You are an amazing woman, with a heart of gold and amazing perception on things. I am so happy I called you, my life is so different now and is somewhere I’d never thought it would be. I get to enjoy my life now and be a better and happier person, mother and partner without continuous worry. Thank you Kim I wish you all the best you deserve it for changing our lives

SC

I made more progress with Kim in ten weeks than I did with the NHS in ten years. My experiences with anxiety since working with Kim have been beyond what I thought was possible just months ago. I can't recommend her services enough; they have literally changed my life for the better.

RT

Everyone needs help at some point in their life and Kim was the perfect person to guide me through a time when I felt like I was falling apart. Her wisdom and kindness taught me valuable lessons on how to deal with my mental health. I'm so grateful to have had her as a safe space to learn more about myself and heal.

AG

Working with Kim was the best thing I could've done for myself when it came to processing through years of repressed trauma and emotions. Before, when I'd feel overwhelmed, I'd emotionally shutdown, essentially going into survival mode and my physical health was suffering for it after so many years. Kim used a near laser-focused method to help me discover and process through all my old coping mechanisms that weren't helping anymore quickly and efficiently while making me feel completely safe the entire time. I received the tools to "feel what I feel" without having to shut down while still being able to handle a situation in the moment. I get to live my life more than just survive it and I'm beyond thankful to Kim for helping that become possible.

TT

Since going to counselling Arlene helped me to allow myself to understand and process my anxiety better, which has been significantly helpful. As well as just listening to what I needed to say, which reduced my anxiety and stress. I now feel much more relieved of worry and anxiety as a whole, which I am incredibly appreciative of.

AM

I had never been to counselling before or even considered it. In time of desperation I knew I needed to explore this avenue. Now, I am an absolute advocate for counselling with the most amazing counsellor, Kim. Kim is an incredible person creating a safe space the moment you enter and allowing you the space to really heal over time. I am so thankful to Kim and all she did to help me get to the place where I am today. A year ago I never thought I'd be in this position - stronger, more confident, free, more sure of who I am. Kim helped me more than I can put into words and I will be eternally grateful to her. She is truly gifted at what she does and I'm just so thankful she was there when I needed her the most to help me navigate the most challenging, heart breaking and devastating time in my life. If any part of you is unsure about counselling, just take that step as it'll be the first step along your path to healing and being free from whatever you are going through. I can't speak more highly of Kim - she is such a gift!

MM

I initially contacted Kim when I was feeling depressed, anxious and suicidal. I had little expectation going into therapy, as the fog at the time wouldn't let me see beyond my worries. Kim helped me to process things that I didn't know needed to be processed, enabling me to make sense of and be in tune with how I was feeling. I can't begin to thank Kim enough for how much she has helped me. I feel excited for what the future holds.

JG

I started counselling afraid to leave my house, and with some amazing help I now feel like a different person ready to face the challenges life has to offer!

CT

Jaynie has helped me to change into a better, more confident version of myself. In what was the most difficult time of my life, she taught me to believe in myself and improve my ability to cope when things get tough.I couldn’t have gotten through the last year without Jaynie’s guidance and kindness.

AM

I began working with Kim several years ago, as I was struggling with a life-controlling behaviour that I wanted to end. I had struggled with this food-related issue for nearly half my life and seen several counsellors over the years. Although at times I was able to put aside the behaviour - sometimes for many months at a time, it often remerged if I was tired or stressed or unhappy. I became scared that I was going to die. Over a period of nearly three years, Kim met with me regularly, helping me to untangle the feelings that contributed to my self-harm. Patiently, kindly and without judgement, she encouraged me to tackle lies that I had believed, and to face some hard truths. She introduced “tools” to help me break bad habits, also to encourage better-thought patterns and decision making. Slowly but surely, I began to feel stronger, and clearer headed; and my eating habits began to improve. It has been almost two years since I have harmed myself in this way, and although I have experienced many significant life changes, never once has it occurred to me to return to my old coping mechanisms. I like the way my body looks, and I am not afraid of how it will ultimately change as I age. The stress and guilt of keeping my behaviour secret has lifted, and I feel more equipped to deal with life’s challenges than I ever have in the past. I wholeheartedly believe that Kim’s personality and style of counselling was the key to my recovery. She took time to “read the room”, so she could discern if I needed her to be gentle, or to challenge. She is a gifted, kind and deeply compassionate counsellor, and I would recommend her most highly.

NH

I am so grateful for Kim’s skill and support - after a year of therapy I feel so different in the inside. Less nightmares, fewer flashbacks and I am a much better friend to myself. I have more compassion for myself and feel so incredibly proud of myself and my life. I really like being me and feel less anxious and tangled. I have more skills to deal with harder days, better boundaries and a much better wonderful marriage (which was in the brink of ending). CRM was a great model for me and I felt safe in Kims leadership and that my trauma didn’t phase her. A million thank yous - my kids, my marriage and my own work have been impacted in positive ways

KH

I attended Kim's counselling session for a few weeks at first my whole life was in turmoil and could see no light at the end of the tunnel but I am now in a positive place thanks to Kim as she gave my self-worth back. Thanks, Kim

MC

Before counselling, I was trapped in a dark place weighted down by depression, anxiety, stress and panic. My time in counselling, Kim guided me through every step of it and I discovered the root of my dark place. I learned more about myself in my weeks of counselling than I have throughout my life. I am now writing this testimonial as a strong-minded, confident, self-loving women. With a positive outlook on life and a future worth living for. If you have any doubts or fears about counselling, believe me when I say it is the best and bravest thing you can do for yourself. Kim will help you with your own journey in finding and becoming the person you dream of wanting to be. Thank you for everything Kim.

SC

I really didn't know what to expect when I started counselling with Kim but my sessions truly exceeded my expectations. Through using different techniques and visualisations Kim has helped me cope with a number of issues that I had been struggling with, right from childhood to present day. I now feel calmer, and have been able to change my way of viewing the issues, and my way of coping with them, to give me a far more positive outlook. I cannot thank Kim enough for guiding me through a thorny path and out into a beautiful space where I feel like I can breathe again. I really was on my knees at rock bottom and with Kim's guidance, I can now move forward. I cannot thank Kim enough and would highly recommend her to anyone needing help.

JS

I approached Paisley Counselling and Kim after my partner and I had been discussing various issues affecting my life. It was suggested I should speak to a counsellor about where I was at and take it from there. I am so, so happy I did. When first going in I wasn't sure what to expect, but after the first session, I knew I had made the right decision. Over the past few months, we were working with the Comprehensive Resource Model. I really felt comforted and reassured when exploring past issues that, not only had I been suppressing, but had also been affecting my mindset in day to day life. Facing fears and challenges didn't seem so terrible, with a level of comfort and understanding that can only come from feeling safe and without judgement. Kim has been professional, friendly, encouraging and knowledgeable. Her passion is to help you to help yourself. Thanks from the bottom of my heart to Paisley Counselling and Kim.

SM

Thank you Jaynie for your trusted support to explore my issues safely. You enabled me to see things from a mature and positive perspective; empowering me to be me again. I would not hesitate to recommend you to anyone who needs counselling. Thank you again for your time, patience and understanding xx

KG

Working with Kim has helped me process everything and understand myself so much better. I thought I would need at least a year to even make a dent in what was going on in my brain but just a few months in I've found so much peace and clarity it's amazing. Getting counselling is the best decision I've made and I struck gold here, I will be forever grateful for the tools I've been given to unmuddle my brain

CM

I attended my first session with Louise, thinking I only needed a few sessions, tick the box, and job done i ended up attending for over a year. Before attending counselling, I found it difficult to open up to anyone and never spoke about my past or current feelings. I instantly felt at ease with Louise, and everything in my life started changing for the better. Louise gave me the courage to face things and not bury them away, which was having a negative effect on my mental health. My sessions have made such a difference to my life and mental health and I honestly can't thank Louise enough for everything I don't know where I would be now if I didn't attend counselling making that first initial appointment isn't easy but it's so worth pushing out your comfort zone and doing. Again thank you Louise I really appreciate all your help.

M McC

There are too few words to express my gratitude, for the support, kindness, and professionalism, received during my time at Paisley Counselling. My initial expectations of counselling were to attend a few sessions, get fixed and be on my way. I soon discovered that it wasn't going to be this easy. Steven assisted me in unpacking repressed Trauma that was affecting my everyday life, taking the time to guide me through the process and managing my feeling and the negative connotations associated with my past experiences. Steven throughout the whole process was compassionate, honest, knowledgeable, and most importantly genuinely caring. I can not thank you enough. It has been a life changing experience for me. There can be no price placed on having a healthy mind, but rest assured they are worth every penny. Once again, Thank you Steven and everyone at Paisley Counselling. It has been and continues to be a long-lasting fulfilling journey.

MA

The difference in me before and after seeing Kim has been marked. People keep saying how much more happy, how much more myself, I am. I can't thank her enough. I now have real hope for the future.

ET

I decided to see kim after bad relationships/breakup from my ex who i have a little girl with. I was mentally drained. When I first contacted Kim she had no space to see me but kept me on her waiting list. I knew from that initial phone call that I wanted to wait until she had availability. After my first session with Kim for the first time ever I felt I can change this. Right away this made me feel great. As our sessions progressed I realised how unsure of myself I was. I was never good enough, I didn’t value myself and I felt I never fitted in. I had never taken the time to understand myself. Kim really took the time to help me understand exactly who I am and how I had become to have these feelings. She has given me tools that has changed my life and will continue to do so with practice. Kim always listened, reassured and understood me. This was exactly what I needed to reassure myself that I did have value and worth. I look back at my journey and can’t believe what I have accomplished. Thank you Kim you helped me when I really needed it and it will continue to help me throughout challenging time’s ahead.

AL

Before I approached Kim I was a normal socially active 32-year-old male, with a great girlfriend, good job and an interest in football… who also happened to be suffering from low self-confidence, self-worth and esteem issues. I had attempted to live with these issues for as long as I can remember, almost accepting them as normal and doing my best to keep them hidden. However, deep down I knew that these issues were holding me back from achieving my potential. I didn’t want life to pass me by and for myself to wonder one day as an old man; why didn’t I try and do anything about this? Before I started counselling I never in a million years thought that I would end up sitting in a chair talking about difficult emotions, memories and subjects. I had preconceived ideas of who and why people go to counselling. How wrong I turned out to be. I turned up with nothing to lose and no expectations. Kim made me feel human and what I was going through was very normal. What I achieved in such a short space of time was so surprising. I went to Kim to improve my self-confidence and become a more authentic and self-assured version of myself. Well, I am well on my way to achieving that. I have learned to be able to accept and control my anxieties and how to manage them. I now understand why I felt the way I did. I have now swapped old truths of my life for new truths. I have changed my way of thinking. I am now able to walk with my head up, with a smile on my face and a clear head. I can’t thank Kim enough and would recommend her to anyone. She made me feel at ease and I was able to talk openly and honestly with her in a confidential environment. I am particularly hopeful that my message can be seen by other young men in their 20’s and 30’s who may be going through what I went through, who are hiding behind confidence and esteem issues and have a preconception of counselling. I would like them to know that Kim has potentially changed my life for the better in so many ways. Please be brave and give it a try.

Thanks, AK

Hi Kim- I just wanted to drop you a wee note to wish you a very happy and peaceful Christmas break. Also to thank you once again for everything this year. I’m astonished on a daily basis how much my time with you has helped me and continues to help me every single day. Honestly life-changing and one of the best decisions I have ever made. Thank you again. Have a wonderful Christmas and New Year.

MM

I started my journey when I first met Kim 4 months ago. During my initial meeting where we discussed my challenges and feelings, I was at ease and had total trust and confidence in Kim’s techniques & knowledge. Over a number of sessions, we discussed the root of these challenges and using the Comprehensive Resource Model we got to the root cause and started to remove. Which in layman’s terms simply means that one is resourced sufficiently to enable you to go to the “root of the trauma” without being re-traumatised. Each session was different from my previous as I was progressing through my journey, there is no pressure on how long this may last but I would say the more committed you are and willing to work and face your challenges with Kim’s support you can overcome anything. 4 months on I’m on a positive road where I have the confidence, techniques and drive to overcome many hurdles. I have learned so much about myself with the help of Kim and look forward to continuing my journey and can’t thank Kim enough for the life-changing 4 months.

MC

I started counselling when I was at a low point. My counsellor Vicki made me very welcome and set me at ease straight away. I have enjoyed my journey through counselling and have achieved so much. I can’t recommend Paisley Counselling enough especially Vicki. I would like to thank Vicki and Kim for making this journey so empowering.

AA

I had decided I needed help dealing with my husband coping with his depression and with my upbringing. Kim just had a way that allowed you to leave all your pain in the room and breathe as if it was the first time you had taken a breath. My husband and I feel we are in a new relationship as I am a new person who can have empathy now. Kim thank you very much.

AB

My sessions with Kim have been hugely beneficial to helping me through a very difficult period of life. So much had happened and I was stuck in a pattern of unhelpful and damaging behaviour. My sessions with Kim helped me find my voice again, she was able to give me a kind, safe space to speak aloud what was so loud in my head. There was no judgment from Kim, she was very empathetic but willing to challenge me when I tried to give the ‘right’ answer and not my true feelings. I wholeheartedly recommend Kim as a counsellor, I'm pleased I made the decision and know she will be of benefit to you too.

VJW

Jaynie has been excellent over the past few months with helping me through some major changes in my life - always warm, personable and great at breaking down thought processes and helping me find out the cause and how to address them, as well equipping me with the tools to prevent feeling overwhelmed in the future. Would highly recommend Jaynie’s knowledge and support to anyone!

SD

Being a man and from a background where mental health isn't talked about it was very difficult to open up to anyone never mind a stranger. Kim made this seem like the most normal thing in the world. Counselling has taken me from a dark place and allowed me to look very positively into the future, its all down to the help and support given to me by Kim.

DC

I worked with Kim for a little over a year to help with my identity issues, anger issues, low self-esteem, and childhood trauma. Choosing to go to Paisley Counselling signalled a turning point in my life. Now, I have the coping mechanisms and strength to go forge the happy and content life I have always yearned for. Kim is very easy to speak to about very difficult topics; she is non-judgemental, genuine and brings an element of good humour to sessions. I would highly recommend Paisley Counselling and will continue to touch base with Kim moving forward over the next few years.

TL

It’s difficult to explain how you’ve helped me, but I feel so different after my meetings with you. When I came to you it was the first time in my life, that I had found myself unable to focus on the present and contemplate the future. You took me back to my past and my childhood and gently explained how my upbringing had influenced my attitude to the difficulties of the present. You let me talk about my past and showed me how it shaped me and my expectations in relation to the situation I found myself in. I thought my present situation was in isolation but really it was the last straw in a series of traumatic events that I thought I’d dealt with. To be shown how a series of events which had happened, although not related, had an effect on other situations, was a revelation. You encouraged me to think deeply about things that I’d possibly glossed over and buried without dealing with them. You allowed me to come to my own conclusions and almost heal myself. I know I’m on a journey to recovery and there will be highs and lows but understanding the past will help me in the present and in the future. I wish you all the best Kim and hope that others can be helped by you in the way that I’ve been. Thank you

Sc

Jaynie was excellent in helping me get to the bottom of why I chose to act and behave in patterns that were causing problems in every aspect of my life. I immediately felt at ease with Jaynie and was able to get some tools and strategies to help me move forward through conflict in my life without defaulting to previous behaviours and patterns that were so very destructive to me and others around me. I cannot thank Jaynie enough for listening, supporting and guiding me to a better path, instead of repeating old and damaging behaviours. 11 out of 10 stars. Thank you.

KT

When I started counselling I had so many past struggles I was not processing, and this was affecting my mental health. After a couple of months with Kim, I have come to terms with the past and feel stronger as a person. I honestly feel I could deal with anything that is put my way, and that is down to Kim’s help and a lot of hard work and determination. To anyone who feels they need counselling I would highly recommend Kim, I am truly grateful for all she has done for me.

AC

I reached out to Kim for counselling when l knew l had reached Rock bottom. I have learned so much from my counselling sessions and can't find the words to say how much more happier l am. Big thanks to Kim for making me STRONG again and for helping me get my life back. Take care xx

LC

I came to Kim with a very specific goal - make it through a best man's speech despite the anxiety that felt crippling - but by the time we ended our sessions, that was just one small win against a backdrop of improvement. The ways she has changed my life for the better are almost immeasurable. She didn't just teach me coping mechanisms for when things were bad, she also guided me towards a mindset that has made these mental roadblocks less likely in the first place. I no longer live in a state of worrying what my next panic will be about. I've gone from putting up barriers ("I can't go for a new job, I'll be too anxious", etc) to confidently grabbing opportunities that I'd long-ago accepted I would never be able to go for. Personally too, her work on empathy and our discussions about how I approach my friends and loved ones has changed my whole approach to other people. I am a better husband now, a better friend, a better sibling. The help for anxiety I got from the NHS was indeed from well-meaning people, but the service Kim provided me is something on a whole other level. I have recommended her to others in my life because I know how transformative she has been for me. Our final session together felt like a graduation of sorts, where the tutor had become a genuine friend; I have since remarked to people that it's a shame there's not more wrong with me because the therapeutic-relationship we had was so rewarding. If you or anyone close to you thinks they *might* benefit from her services (even if it's just for something as simple as surviving a best man's speech), I'd happily bet she can do more for you than you're expecting.

RT

I have nothing but positive feedback to give Kim and Paisley Counselling. I went in a sceptic, believing counselling was not for me and I left a convert and a believer. In short, she was fantastic. She made me feel calm, relaxed, at ease and able to discuss my issues in a safe and personable environment. I cannot recommend Kim highly enough. In just a few short weeks she helped me deal with my issues so if anyone is looking for counselling services you will find nobody better than Kim. If you need help, then please reach out to Paisley Counselling.

SK

Jaynie is an excellent therapist. Seemingly without effort, she created a safe environment for me to work through my issues. I cannot recommend her too highly - though I hope to never see her again!!

mj

I have been to counselling sessions with Kim for just over six months. I have experienced care, compassion and understanding in our sessions, and this has allowed me to feel safe enough to identify and begin to deal with some of the most difficult challenges in my life. She has helped me realise how important it is to care for myself, and she has taught me techniques that help me make better choices when I'm having a tricky day. She is professional, humorous and kind. She has made me work hard and doesn't let me hide from what I need to do to or what I need to address. My sessions with Kim have been genuinely and positive life-changing.

NM

I started my journey with a feeling of no self worth and being unloved. There was no light at the end of the tunnel. Working with Kim over a period of 2 months has changed my mindset I’m more content, I know where my happy place is and looking forward to the future, thank you Kim!

GR

I have found meetings with Kim very helpful. When I first went to my counselling sessions, I felt like nothing is going to change the way I am feeling. I was hopeless and miserable but with Kim's help I overcame my fears and I now understand how to fight the social anxiety and depression. Kim is really trustworthy and open person, during sessions I was feeling natural and supported. I am really glad that in time of need I decided to ask her for help.

MW

Before I start my new chapter in my life. I still felt I had unresolved personal issues that I knew would hold me back. Having been to Kim in pervious years with help for my mental health. I knew I could trust Kim to help and guide me in this stage of my personal growth. Within a couple of sessions, I am someone who feels strong and whole within themselves. Kim has helped me through this stage with empathy and guidance. I uncovered things about myself that I never understood and how they impacted on me and stopped me from being the person I could only imagine. Kim is an amazing person and counsellor. I highly recommend anyone thinking of contacting Kim for help to do so. The feeling of finally taking that first step to helping yourself is priceless.

SC

Thank you Jaynie for your patience and understanding over the past 2 years while you helped me deal and cope with a turbulent time in my life. You allowed me to go at my own pace when addressing childhood issues and loss of a parent. At the same time, you helped me navigate my day to day life with a husband experiencing alcohol addiction. I was always given sound advice and support in an accepting and non judgemental environment. I began therapy after feeling I was no longer able to cope on my own and am so thankful for your kindness. You gave me the tools and guidance I was in need of I owe so much to you and encourage anyone in a similar position to reach out. Thank you J

HW

I approached Kim after separating from my wife, who I had been with for over 20 years. I was aware that I was coping in the short term but sought counselling to help me understand not only recent events but other difficult, unresolved episodes in my life and their burden on my state of mind. Kim immediately made me feel at ease talking about emotional topics. She was simultaneously tactful and tenacious in getting to root causes, whilst offering tools to cope more proactively. She also helped me appreciate my own resilience and potential to change. I will be forever grateful to Kim for her friendly but challenging approach, insight and encouragement, and would recommend her to anyone in similar circumstances.

AD

Kim is an amazing therapist. She has huge empathy. She is brave, able to really hear you, honest and full of acceptance. Kim skillfully employs her knowledge and experience of various counselling models to help her clients navigate their way through the thicket of painful experiences and to get to the root of their causes. Some events in present life resulted in the very debilitating symptoms with which I came to therapy. It turned out that the main trauma was hidden in childhood experiences and their lasting impact. This was a painful and sobering journey; a deep, hard, surprising, colourful and very tiring process. But it was worth all the time, money and hard work. The Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM) used by Kim alongside her fantastic therapeutic skills, worked really well for me. I was surprised that once given voice, something in my being, something in my body wanted/needed to be heard and to be healed. The use of imagination and the awareness of my physical body and my feelings, ultimately helped me to access things not available to my consciousness. Kim was great at making me feel safe, I felt held and able to open up fully. When needed, she gently challenged; full of incredible patience, she helped me to grapple even with the most painful and confusing things. She often encouraged me not to overthink my answers but to “drop down into my body”. Kim helped me to really listen to myself. Allowing imagination and my body to lead, I was able to uncover false narratives that I was not conscious of (or they were so familiar that I was not able to even notice). In their place I found real TRUTHS which are bringing life, freedom and beauty to me. Those truths validate my value, my deepest feelings, my voice… they validate me as a person. I was able to let go of false guilt, part with defence mechanisms that had helped me to survive traumatic past events but now brought harm. I was also able to experience integration within myself and make sense not only of my past but also of my present. The ultimate impact of my therapy was incredibly positive and hugely transformative. I am eternally grateful to Kim for her work. As a result I feel at home in myself.

IG

I was very skeptical about starting counselling but Kim made me feel at ease the moment I sat on that seat. I am able to do things out of my comfort zone with confidence. I am also able to tackle my anxiety head on. Thanks to Kim for everything.

LM

When I first started counselling with Louise I was aiming to tackle issues with eating and body image. After a few months of working with her not only did I notice a huge improvement in this, but also many other areas of my life. She was so easy to talk to and I very quickly began to trust her and open up. Louise showed a great deal of warmth and empathy and I am so grateful for our time together. I, would 100% recommend this service!

SJ

Deciding to start counselling here is hands down one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I came full of anxiety, living my life out of a place of comparison and believing that I wasn’t ‘enough’. In just 3 months I was coached and gently led to retraining how I thought about myself and how that ultimately affects everything else. I’ve gone from overthinking situations about what people think of me and letting those thoughts spiral out of control into a story that isn’t true. I no longer think this way. In fact, I think I’ve forgotten how to think this way. I feel so much lighter and free to be totally myself. I can honestly say it has been life-changing! Thank you!

RA

I contacted Kim at a real low point in my life. My inability to deal with conflict without losing my temper was affecting relationships within my family and consequently my marriage was in trouble - I was an emotional wreck. Kim helped me understand and process the long buried roots of my behavioural traits, and through learning coping mechanisms and changes to dealing with everyday situations, has allowed me to be open, talk more and re-connect with those most important to me. I can't thank her enough for the immediate help she has given me - along with the mindful techniques I have learned, her support has given me confidence that the changes I've made can be sustained and built on into the future.

DM

Kim helped me work through things I have struggled with for a long time and helped me to have the tools to better my day to day life and manage my anxieties. I finished my counselling with far more confidence and self worth than I have had in a long time. Thank you Kim.

LD

I was in a very anxious situation and my emotions were all over the place. I had to attend a very important family event but felt like I couldn't manage it. Ruth was Very reassuring, listened to me and provided clarity and coping strategies that allowed me to attend this challenging situation. I'm very grateful for her advice and reflections. When I finished the last session I felt much more confident, happy that I was on the right path.

PG

I contacted Kim when I was feeling like I was losing grip of my focus and overall sense of accomplishment in what I was doing in life due to internal issues. After a few sessions, I was able to recover my sense of belonging and feel more positive about my actions while not dwelling too much on past or current situations. Talking to someone with a complete unbiased background on my matters and someone who has a lot of knowledge on psychological well-being I cannot recommend enough how positive and beneficial this whole experience was and the life lessons I have learned.

TM

Coming to counselling with Kim has without a doubt changed my life. Circumstances that I had experienced in the past was effecting my every day life, my self esteem, my marriage and more. But working through these things with Kim has brought me into a new space of freedom, healing, hope and life that I didn’t know was possible.

CM

When I first came to see Kim 10 month ago I did not know what to expect, only that I needed help with my anxiety. Kim helped me with so much more than that. She helped me make sense of myself, my childhood and my behaviours. She helped me build confidence in myself and gave me tools to use for the future. I am in no doubt that my life has changed because of this. I could see myself going down a different route had Kim not challenged my statements and shown me alternative ways of thinking and acting - for that I am ever so grateful. I would especially like to thank Kim for making me feel seen as a person. She provided me with theory and logic where I was hesitant and encouraged new ways of thinking where it was appropriate. I always felt completely safe in her hands. I can't recommend her enough!

IK

Thank you for being there to support and guide me through this challenging period. Never did I anticipate finding myself in a situation where my wife would succumb to the struggles of depression. Life inevitably ends for all of us, yet it is crucial to concentrate on the meaningful experiences we encounter along the way. I deeply appreciate your unwavering efforts in helping me perceive the positive aspects right in front of my eyes—the incredible family, friends, and individuals who are part of my life. Your warmth, empathy, attentive ear, and the invaluable tools you've equipped me with during this difficult time will remain a part of me throughout my life. I wholeheartedly endorse the Paisley Counselling Service to anyone in need of assistance in navigating life's unexpected challenges.

PO

Counselling has changed my life massively and Steven the Councillor made me feel at ease.

PC

Working with Kim has lead me to a long overdue turning point in my life.

TD

Felt instantly comfortable in Jaynie’s company so much so that I finally shared an incident from my childhood from 49 years ago that I wasn't able to talk about previously. Felt such a relief and left feeling so much lighter. Jaynie showed me a great deal of kindness and empathy. I am grateful for our brief time together.

NEO

I was helped by stephen. I was not in a good way when i went in but due to his help and his kindness and patience, i am now in control of my life and feel great. Thank you so much for being there for me. Your an angel xxI, would 100% recommend this service!

FG

As a man in my 30's I found there was not a great deal of options when it came to opening up about past and present feelings and was very apprehensive about booking my first appointment and to be fair it did take me two or three sessions before I could relax into it and really open up. Taking these steps is something I will never regret as I feel a came out of the experience at peace with my past and finally felt as if I was able to leave it behind and move forward with my life. I cannot rate Kim highly enough from the outset she made me feel comfortable and knew exactly when to push and when to back off until I was ready to open up and I will be forever grateful for this experience.

CG

I went to Paisley Counselling to help me with my anxiety, which has been a problem for me throughout my life. Louise helped me more than I could have expected, helped me understand where my anxiety came from, and what I needed to do to deal with it and stop myself feeling so bad. Would highly recommend her to anyone experiencing similar issues.

SJ

There aren't enough words to express how much Kim helped me during my counselling sessions with her. I came to see Kim for counselling last June at the start of the Covid 19 Pandemic. I have struggled for years with processing my emotions and expressing both positive and negative feelings and had built a massive wall inside myself to push things down. I have suffered from depression and anxiety for a number of years as well as had suicidal thoughts and my relationship with my wife, friends and family was dramatically impacted by it. I had tried to seek help previously but nothing had worked. I finally decided that I needed help and was signed off work for 6 months and this is when I started to get counselling. When I came to see Kim I was apprehensive and anxious, and didn't really know how much talking to someone could help in the way it did. Kim gave me the space to talk about my feelings in a safe environment and helped me process my emotions and feelings that I had pushed down for much of my adult life! She helped me to explore reasons that had caused me to do this and helped me develop coping strategies to manage my anxiety and how to better express my feelings instead of pushing things down. From Kim's help I've managed to now take steps to repair my relationship with my wife/parents/friends, get back to working and I'm continuing to feel better in myself everyday and have a new outlook on life. I highly recommend Kim at Paisley counselling!

CS

I first met with Kim following the recurrence of an issue I had previously worked with another counsellor on. Kim to an entirely different approach, rather than addressing what I thought was my issue we looked back to find what the actual underlying cause was - a process which led me to a much better understanding of myself and my behaviour. Her kind, supportive and encouraging style clicked with me and I found I got far more from the sessions than I thought I would. I now understand far more about myself and how I interact with others such that I can approach life's problems in a much more positive manner.

PS

As soon as Kim said out loud that I was burnt out during session number one, my shoulders visibly relaxed. To have someone out with my family and friends saying those words helped me so much and helped me realize how overworked and anxious I was, trying to do it all and trying to be "perfect". I would highly recommend Kim. She is so caring, makes you challenge yourself in a good positive way and I found that I could really open up to her. After every session, I had so many good tips and strategies to go away and think about and try. We don't often take time out to just sit and think/talk about ourselves as life can be so hectic but doing this is as important as looking after your physical health. I feel so much better after my sessions with Kim, so much clearer in my own head about who I am and what I want my future to be and I would have no hesitation about returning to counselling if I felt the need in the future.

SR

After years of struggling with what I thought was OCD and reading a lot of Self-help books and research, I felt completely stuck in a life I didn't want with no idea how to change that. I contacted Kim who has turned my life around. I feel alive again. I am forever grateful… My review does not do justice to how I feel inside.

LM

After many years of avoiding dealing with trauma in my childhood and adolescence, I eventually decided to contact a trauma informed therapist. From the beginning, Kim’s approach, and ability to help me understand previous life experiences filled me with intrigue and I found a psychological safety net that I had never felt before with prior therapists. Now looking back on the sessions, I am in awe of how ‘effortless’ it felt to go back to some of my most painful memories, and this is testament to how Kim creates a judgement free zone and secure/safe environment. Asking the right questions and helping me to answer truthfully enabled me to free myself from years of abusive memories and emotion. Being able to speak my truth and feel truly listened to empowered me to break free from current toxic relationships, see my own self-worth for the first time and quickly build on my important and valued connections in life. To say the sessions were liberating and freeing, would quite simply, be an understatement. For the first time ever, I can say I like who I am, and I know I am loved. My story was worthy of the attention given and it was important that it was heard. I am now in my springtime and very much look forward to my summer!

SC

Worked with Kim through a really difficult period of my life. She is a very genuine, caring person and with her help, I am now doing much better.

RD

Kim has helped me to realise my own self worth. She is supportive and caring with her approach and asks the tricky questions in the most thoughtful manner. She helped me face some truths that I needed to learn and gave me healthy coping mechanisms to use for difficult situations. Counselling helped me learn to feel empowered. I would most certainly recommend the service.

JM

Can’t thank jaynie enough for everything over the last year and a half, she was amazing at really listening to me and understanding everything I was saying I have never felt more heard than when I was speaking to jaynie . I finished my counselling moving on to a different chapter and that’s all thanks to jaynie i couldn’t have done it without her help she reason i am where I am today. I would Definitely recommend her to anyone struggling with anxiety she is great.

TM

I have just completed a counselling journey with Charlotte and it was a very rewarding experience. Her listening skills are exceptional and I felt completely in control of the direction and speed of the sessions. I would recommend this Counsellor without hesitation. All my requirements were met with empathy and understanding.

FB

I would highly recommend Kim to anyone looking for a counsellor. She is warm and kind and very patient. She held the space for me to process at my own pace, whilst challenging me when I felt despondent. I felt very relaxed in her presence and there was often humour in our sessions. If you are on the fence - take the leap. Hope is closer than you think.

CB

Only good things to say about my experience with Paisley counselling. Counselling was something I was very apprehensive about but Steven and Kim made it such an easy and calm experience. Counselling with Steven helped me look at things from a different perspective and I truly believe that both Steven and Kim genuinely want what’s best for you and to help as much as they can. Cannot thank them both enough!

Gg

I started counselling with jaynie at an extremely worrying and unsure time of my life. I didn’t quite know what to expect of counselling as I’d never done it before but Jaynie made me feel so welcomed, settled and listened to. I never ever left feeling like I’d wasted my money or my time. When I first started I was so confused and unaware of my emotions and feelings but when I left everything was so much clearer and I was in control of myself again. I cannot thank jaynie enough and If I find myself ever having to use counselling again I will 100% be using jaynie again. Thank you for everything xxx

ABP

From our first meeting, Kim put me at ease and made it easy to open up. She is extremely intuitive and knowledgeable. I was always amazed at how she could recall things from previous sessions with great ease. She has a fantastic way of helping you find your own answers from within rather than speculating. Many of the techniques Kim taught me I was able to use out-with my sessions and it really made a huge difference to how I responded to everyday situations. Kim has mastered the art of holding a perfect balance of support and encouragement with the ability to challenge you when it's required and this was often needed with me! I have benefited immensely from the process and I can't thank Kim enough for being part of my journey.

PM

I went to counselling absolutely "leaking" and falling apart. Kim was a great help! She listened well, empathized and gave me the tools necessary through her different counselling methods. I came out of counselling a different person! It is no exaggeration to say that counselling has literally been life-changing. I am a new person with so much confidence and hope for the future. My patterns of thinking are so different and are now healthy. It was amazing to see the change in myself after a few sessions. I would highly recommend Kim!

JS

When I wasn’t feeling myself I knew that I needed to talk to someone professional. When I made the call to Kim and heard her calm and reassuring voice I knew I had made the right decision. We worked through my issues together, Kim giving me the resources to face and overcome them. I found out so much more about myself and feel confident in a way I never knew I could. Kim was extremely knowledgeable, genuine, warm and kind - always. I didn’t feel judged by her ever and I felt she was with me every step of the way. I have and will continue to recommend Kim to anyone who thinks they need some help.

LM

Nicola M was a great help in changing my perspective and dealing with my thoughts. Made me feel very comfortable throughout, would highly recommend.

RM

Kim provided a safe environment for me to share my thoughts and feelings. She took me through visualisation and breathing exercises. These techniques allowed me to look at childhood experiences that were affecting my life as an adult. In doing this, the negative experiences I had as a child lost their power. I grew up feeling not good enough and pretty worthless. As an adult, certain situations triggered this feeling. Kim explained what was going on and guided me through visualisation exercises. By the end of the visualisation exercises, I felt a weight had lifted. I now believe that I am good enough and loveable. I would not hesitate in recommending Kim.

LM

A very calm and warm environment to be in, I had never done anything like this before so I was nervous/unsure but I was put at ease very quickly by Nicola. Each session helped me a lot and I couldn't be more grateful for the help! Would highly recommend getting in touch

AW

I was nervous before my first appointment and if I’m honest a bit sceptical that it would help. I immediately felt at ease and comfortable sharing the worries and stresses that had consumed me even if they seemed trivial. It was a safe space where I could be honest without feeling judged. I can’t thank Jaynie enough for the support she provided and don’t know what I’d have done without our weekly sessions. My only regret was not getting in touch sooner.

GR

Working with Stephanie has enabled me to reconnect with my emotions and understand myself better. I felt very comfortable talking to her and made significant progress in a relatively short space of time. Thank you.

HB

I approached Paisley Counselling for support after multiple bereavements in recent years. I was contacted quickly and opted for a virtual appointment over Zoom which worked for my lifestyle. Working with Mairi over the next 5 months gave me dedicated time to come to terms with my losses and process the impact they have had on me. I learned more about myself in these months than I have done in my lifetime. Getting to know yourself and having time carved out in your week to really look inward is something you will not regret. The bad days still come, but now they are manageable and I can get through them with a calmer confidence. Thank you, Mairi.

SB

After 6 months of counselling I will be forever grateful to Kim and her team for helping me to overcome a huge loss in my life. What is more, is I finally understand who I am and have learned to accept and love her. As someone who was a little apprehensive about starting this journey, I know it has changed my life for the better.

LW

Really needed someone to talk to at this stage of my life. I found it really helped me and gave me the tools that I needed to move forward. Thank you Stephanie.

Sk

Cannot recommend Paisley Counselling enough. I've been going for over a year and have found it very beneficial. My counselor was great at helping me work through past trauma, understand that I had triggers and how to spot them.

AC

When I first went to Paisley counselling I was suffering panic attacks, anxiety and had totally shut down, Helen made me see my self worth and more, I am so grateful for all the help I received and looked forward to our weekly session, I feel more confident in myself and will be forever grateful.

MM

Kim has been instrumental in my recovery. I felt so hopeless when I first sat in her office... she helped me see why I should go on living. She has never judged me, no matter what I would say, instead she would validate my feelings. I'm forever grateful to you. xx

PM

I tried several years ago to get help, unfortunately, I got the wrong therapist who said I wasn't in her field of work but didn't refer me on. I made the wrong decision to try and bury everything again. I knew things weren't right and I needed help. With some research online and a roundabout route, I arrived at Paisley Counselling website. It still took me nearly 3 weeks to send an email requesting an appointment and after constantly putting it off I sent an email late on a Friday. Kim Wylie came back to me very quickly and although very busy my first appointment was arranged. Going up the stairs to Paisley Counselling felt as if I had lead diving boots on and was still tempted to cancel even at the last minute. I am really glad I didn't! Kim very quickly put me at ease and discussed what I was hoping to achieve. The following weekly appointments were emotionally and mentally exhausting, I had no idea just how much of my past was affecting me. I thought the sessions could have gone on for a year or more but in roughly 4 months I have had my last appointment, I am a different person from the one that first climbed the stairs. I am far more relaxed than I have been in a long long time, my temper, agitation and frustration are all gone. I am enjoying life again; our home, DIY projects are back underway and my hobbies and friends have all benefitted from the changes we have made, and most of all the future looks great. If you are reading this you must be here for a reason. I can only recommend that you do what I did and take that first step. Good luck!

GP

When I went to see Kim, my mood was the lowest it had ever been. I had 2 big traumatic life events, I couldn't connect to people or with people, I had nothing to give, I was emotionally empty. It was too hard to feel like this and I wanted to change. So, whilst I knew what was wrong with me, I had no idea how to fix it. Kim was able to unravel me, kind of like straightening out a tangled up cord. She helped me to heal my wounded inner child who thought she was not good enough. She helped me to regain my inner worth and values, which then made connecting and communicating easy for me. I feel relaxed, I know people enjoy my company. I know I have a lot to offer. Kim changed my life for better in a short few months.

IM

I came to counselling without much hope that it would do me any good. I was a shadow of a person who didn't believe life was worth living, then I met Kim she helped me feel that light and joy in my life again, I finally understood that I don't need to take the blame for other people's mistakes and wrongdoings and that I can take pride in being the person I have become. With how welcomed your made to feel and the tools your given to work on yourself you honestly can't go wrong with going to Paisley Counselling as they provide a fantastic service and I highly recommend them.

RM

When I first got in touch with Kim, I didn't even know what I needed help with, I was in quite a state: extremely stressed and anxious, struggling at work and in relationships. I got in touch on recommendation from a family member, and it has been the best decision I've made for my own sanity, hands down. After around 4 or 5 months, my whole life seems brighter, problems that used to really hit me in my core, I can now see are issues I don't need to pick up, they can be like water off a duck's back and I can look forward to what happens next in life, instead of looking down to avoid tomorrow. I would urge anyone who feels like they are struggling to cope, even if they don't quite know how to put it across to someone, to seek out paisley counselling. It has given me the tools I need to tackle the challenges I face, in a quiet and safe environment. I went into this expecting very little to change, and I couldn't be happier to have been proven wrong.

AT

I reached out to Kim after having a really tough time coping with work and started seeing Jaynie earlier this year. I was a bit nervous about starting and wasn’t really sure what to expect or if counselling was for me. Straight away Jaynie put me at ease and I found chatting to her in our session really easy. She didn’t push at anything but allowed the sessions to flow naturally and I always felt I was being listened to and heard. After working with Jaynie she has helped me come to understand why I was struggling with the things I was and gave me coping strategies to help. I couldn’t recommend Jaynie and Paisley Counselling enough, I’m so glad that I finally got the courage to reach out and ask for the help that I needed.

CD

My whole life I have struggled to fit in, to understand my feelings and my behaviour. I have had battles with depression, anxiety and self-harm all of my teenage and adult life. Before I came to see Kim I was ready to give up. I felt so strongly that my toddler daughter would be better off without me that I was ready to leave her behind. I wasn't able to care for her the way I should, I felt so drained and empty all the time. Counselling was my last chance to turn my life around. I hated myself so much. I didn't understand why I always felt so overwhelmed and angry and sad. Kim made me feel safe and helped me to dig deep down to the root cause of my emotions, something I have never been able to do, even with therapists in my younger years. She has always been so patient, really listened and taken the time to understand me. She let me go at my own pace with a little nudge at exactly the right moments. For the first time in my life I finally understand why I feel the way I do. Kim has helped me unearth and deal with a bunch of trauma that I had locked up and didn't realise was having such a great impact on my life. Without Kim my mind would still be living under a rock, I would have never been able to accept myself or come to terms with my sexuality, I would have never realised I may have Autism and wouldn't have received my diagnosis without her promting and help throughout my assessments. I now understand how I am feeling and can predict my actions before they become harmful. I feel free for the first time in my life! My self hate has become self love. I truly appreciate and like who I am. I am me, I don't need to be perfect because being good enough, is good enough! I honestly can never thank Kim enough. Not only did she save me, but she has given my daughter a future with a mum that can be fully present, can care for her and that wants to be there to experience as many things as possible. Thank you Kim, from the bottom of my heart, thank you so much for my second chance at life.

HJ

I've been working with Kim for just over 8 months, dealing with anxiety that was affecting my everyday life. I'm now able to deal with situations I couldn't face before. For example, today I was able to go to the dentist and use the tools I learned at counselling to have a great appointment. I can't believe how well it went. But there we go! The counselling I've received from Kim has literally affected and changed so many areas of my life for the better. So thankful!

PE

I approached Kim about one year ago when I had hit an emotional brick wall. I had left a really stressful career, was about to embark on a new career whilst feeling completely burnt out. I had lost friendships, struggled to connect with people, be happy about anything and I just generally felt lost & anxious with zero self-confidence. I had no idea why. I called Kim whilst I was walking around the park with tears running down my cheeks. She immediately showed me care, understanding & empathy & from the first call I knew I was in safe hands. This treatment has changed my life completely. I have overcome barriers, I feel more confident, I am happy again, I understand myself better & I’m thriving in my career. Kim creates a warm and safe environment for you to share your thoughts and feelings. It was absolutely the best thing I have ever done and I can’t thank Kim enough for changing my life for the better and for helping me to be me again. I am eternally grateful and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Paisley Counselling to anyone.

VC