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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.
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.
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.
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.
Working with Kim has lead me to a long overdue turning point in my
life.
Counselling has changed my life massively and Steven the
Councillor made me feel at ease.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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!
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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
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.
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

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.
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!
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.
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.
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!
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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!
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.
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!
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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