Welcome. My name is Nicola MacGregor and I provide both online, and face to face counselling in my home town of East Kilbride.
Counselling and therapy in a safe, comfortable and private setting
Becoming a Therapeutic Counsellor was not something that was particularly on my remit, although I have always liked to help others, in one way or another. It was only when a counselling career was suggested by a friend that I thought more seriously about my training. This was when I realised, that although I had good heart to help others, I was doing this from my perspective, which many times led to me being of little help whatsoever.
My counselling training has taught me an invaluable lesson in letting people be themselves, and understanding that my perspective will always be different from theirs, no matter how 'good' my heart is. As I started to learn that we all have different perspectives, I became curious about my own perspective and perception of myself, and how this had developed. I realised this had been from my own adverse childhood experience. Challenging this was where change and growth really took place for me. I learned how to 'love' myself, be compassionate towards myself and my experiences which ultimately led to self acceptance. This was a whole new concept to me, and a stark contrast from low self esteem, low self confidence and anxiety. Something I had never thought possible,
I am now a fully qualified Counsellor within East Kilbride, and accredited to the British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy. I still have a heart to help others, however I can now do this from place of respect and non judgement.
Creating a safe and supportive space
My counselling work is a reflection of who I am, warm, accepting and trustworthy. I am ethically obliged to provide good practice for my clients, offering an environment that is safe and confidential.
Creating a trusting environment and fostering a curious nature, we can take the time to explore your areas of concern. From previous and personal experience, these areas of concern may have originated in childhood and are now causing difficulties both personally and in relationships. It is a beautiful journey to bring healing into these places.
My promise to you is that I will give you the space to feel heard, seen and important, and with the freedom to express yourself in whatever way is right for you. The joy that I get, is to see you grow into all that you never knew you were.
What issues can counselling help with?
People come to me for help with a wide range of issues. Here are a few of the more common difficulties:
- Depression
- Problems with confidence or self-esteem
- Anger management
- Issues relating to sexuality
- Difficulties at work or in retirement
- Attachment styles
- Adverse Childhood Experience
- Feelings of stress or anxiety
- Panic attacks
- Relationship problems
- Grief, loss or bereavement
- Problems with addiction
- Trauma and post-traumatic stress
My location
Face to face session takes place in my office at the village Centre in East Kilbride where there is plenty parking space, and a five minute walking distance from the local train station.
In addition to providing face to face sessions, I also offer online counselling via Zoom. Please contact me to find out more about how online counselling works.
Fees & availability
Sessions last around 50 minutes, and no more than 60 minutes. Each session is priced at £55. The length of sessions will fully be dependant on yourself, your journey and your judgement.
I ask that all sessions be paid within 24 hours in advance otherwise session may not be confirmed.
Get in touch
To find out more information, or make a booking at my East Kilbride location, please contact me at nicola@newlife-counselling.co.uk.
You can also call me on +44 7810382769 if you would prefer to leave a message or speak to me first. I am happy to answer any questions you may have.
All enquires are usually answered within 24 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential.