The 5 Best Counselling Services in Glasgow That Truly Make You Feel Heard
After my uncle lost his wife, he had a hard time. He rarely went out and spent his nights thinking about old memories, feeling completely alone in his grief. Fortunately, we convinced him to try counselling.
These services give people a safe place to talk about loss, depression, or strong emotions. Having someone to listen and guide you really helps, especially when the weight feels too heavy to carry alone.
We’ve gathered a list of trusted counselling services in Glasgow. They help people dealing with grief, anxiety, or life stress, and can support you as you start to feel better.
How much do counselling services in Glasgow cost?
In Glasgow, counselling session costs vary depending on the therapist’s experience and specialisation:
• Low-cost or sliding-scale sessions start around £25 per hour.
• Ongoing therapy, packages, or weekly sessions can cost £160 to £320 per month.
• More intensive or specialised programs may reach £500 per month.
1. Natalia Fair Counselling Glasgow
Address: Suite 336, Central Chambers, 93 Hope St
Phone: +44 7792 272095
Business hours: Monday to Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Natalia Fair’s counselling style is refreshingly straightforward. She’s easy to talk to, but she doesn’t let sessions drift.
The focus stays on what’s happening in real life and how to deal with it, rather than getting stuck in theory. She’s approachable, too, without tiptoeing around tricky topics.
What really stood out to us is how she can bring up areas people don’t even realise they’re avoiding, then guide the session toward practical steps. It feels purposeful without being rigid.
She’s been in practice for over 15 years, and you can tell from how she adapts to different situations. We liked that she doesn’t rely on a fixed script.
Natalia works across individual, couples, and family counselling, and the sessions never feel generic. There’s a clear effort to meet clients where they are, especially when personal issues overlap with work stress or long-term patterns that are hard to untangle.
Her background in psychology and global mental health adds a broader perspective, and we were impressed by how she keeps sessions from feeling clinical.
That said, she runs a solo practice, so highly specialised techniques like EMDR aren’t offered in-house and may require a referral.
Approachable and insightful
“Initially began seeing Natalia for one specific reason I had in mind. After the first session I had already felt lighter and clearer in my head. Can’t thank Natalia enough for the guidance, support and chats throughout my sessions. Would recommend her to anyone who feel they need a helping hand with their mental health. She’s approachable, straight to the point and has a great way of unravelling and easing heavy burdens that are going on mentally. Thanks again.”
– Jodie Rundell, Google Review
Highly effective, honest, and supportive
“Natalia is incredible to work through anything in life that comes our way. I have been to many therapists over the years, and she is the best I have ever worked with. Incredibly honest and open, helpful in opening up new areas of discussions (even if unaware in your own mind) and then giving actions to work on everyday. Through our sessions I have seen a massive improvement in my general happiness, outlook in life, career enthusiasm, general mood and feeling of fulfilment.
Could not recommend her more!”
– Scott Wood, Google Review
2. Mac Counselling
Address: Studio 4, Kirkhill House Office Park
Phone: 07305 066983
Business hours: Monday to Friday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Mac Counselling really makes an impression because their team of counsellors has real insight and wisdom.
They know how to challenge you in the right way, which makes you see things differently and helps you grow personally. It doesn’t feel forced, though. They strike a balance between pushing and guiding that’s surprisingly rare.
Their counselling covers individual, couples, and family sessions, and we appreciate how the team adapts to each person’s situation. Sessions aren’t one-size-fits-all. They feel responsive and practical.
We’ve also heard they pay attention to the smaller details, like how work, relationships, or past experiences might all be affecting someone at the same time. The team guides the conversation in a way that actually helps make sense of it.
That practical focus keeps things grounded, so clients leave with real steps to work on instead of vague takeaways.
On top of that, sessions can be in-person or online, which is really handy if schedules are tight.
They also offer life coaching, wellbeing programmes, and workplace mental health support, which makes them feel like more than just a standard counselling service.
However, they’re in high demand. Securing an appointment might take a little patience.
Knowledgeable and supportive
“I have regular supervision with Roslin and I can honestly say it has made me a better therapist. She has a friendly professional approach and I always feel relaxed and very safe in every session. I have greatly benefited from Roslin’s insights and wisdom to whatever I bring to supervision. Her knowledge, expertise and her ability to challenge me just the right way, have always made want to dig deeper and stretch forward. If you want to grow personally and professionally then I highly recommend Roslin. She is a brilliant Supervisor!”
– Marina Sinclair, Google Review
Trusted and effective
“A great counsellor who has helped many people overcome difficulties and enhance their lives, Ros has an exceptionally good way with people allowing her to gain their trust and help them grow. Would definitely recommend her services.”
– Mags W, Google Review
3. Psychotherapy, Analysis, and Personal Development Glasgow
Address: 1835 Cumbernauld Rd, Millerston
Phone: +44 78 45 719 728
Business hours: Monday to Friday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Clients often praise Psychotherapy, Analysis, and Personal Development Glasgow for being non-judgemental, and it’s easy to see why.
Their approach is honest and interactive, making sessions feel like genuine exploration.
What stands out is how their counselling goes deep. This isn’t surface-level symptom relief. The focus is on understanding root causes of stress, anxiety, or relational issues, and they use existential analysis and integrative techniques to do it.
Stephen, the practitioner, has experience that’s hard to ignore. With over 26 years in the National Health Service and private practice, they bring insights into complex psychological, emotional, and relational issues that are pretty rare to find.
When it comes to sessions, everything is tailored to the person. You can choose short-term or long-term work, access optional resources between sessions, and the level of challenge is adjusted to what you can handle.
We also noticed the range of the therapeutic tools they use. Breathwork, meditation, art/play therapy, and grounding techniques are all part of the process. They add variety and provide practical ways to integrate what’s discussed in sessions.
They also support personal growth around identity, meaning, and authenticity, which makes counselling feel more holistic.
The only caveat is that the depth-focused approach may feel intense for anyone looking for quick fixes. But for those ready to engage fully, the clarity, insight, and practical guidance make it stand out.
Genuine and supportive
“Working with Stephen has changed my life for the better. He provides a safe space for you to grow and heal. Stephen is a genuine, kind soul who cares for his patients in a way that I have never experienced with previous therapists. From the minute I walked into his practice, I knew I was in safe hands; which gave me freedom to speak openly without judgement. Truly one of a kind! From the bottom of my soul, thank you Stephen.”
– Amanda Crawford, Google Review
Compassionate and professional
“Finding Stephen has been life-changing for me. He provides a calm, safe space without any judgement. I felt understood, respected and listened to. He helped me to understand what I was going through and taught me ways to accept it, work through it and be able to move on from it.
He is compassionate, kind, honest and professional and I would have no problem recommending him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and experienced psychotherapist.”
– Sarah Murphy, Google Review
4. Psyche Therapy Centre
Address: 307 West George Street
Phone: +44 141 673 0206
Business hours: Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
We included Psyche Therapy Centre in our list because of their psychological well-being retreats, which really show how they approach mental health differently.
Their counselling isn’t the cookie-cutter type you see at other clinics. They offer a range of evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), all tailored to each client’s needs.
What stood out most was how they combine trauma-informed and holistic methods. They really focus on the whole person, not just the symptoms.
Their team of therapists is strong and fully accredited, and they do more than one-on-one sessions. They support couples, families, and groups. They also provide ADHD and autism assessments, which isn’t something every centre offers.
Sessions are easy to fit in, with both in-person and remote options.
Their workshops on stress, confidence, and mindfulness add extra tools without feeling like a separate step. They actually complement the counselling work.
One thing to keep in mind is that Psyche works on a referral system. They connect clients with clinicians, so your experience can vary depending on the practitioner you’re referred to.
Excellent therapists and facilities
“I attended Psyche Retreats in Greece. What an experience. From the villa to the food to the therapists was amazing. I don’t notice the girl who first went to Greece to the girl I am now. Thanks to the follow up work also has been a massive help to me. The treatment didn’t just finish at the retreat.
We went on amazing excursions, made some amazing people while I was out there and can not wait to go back. I loved every minute of it”
– Seanin, Google Review
Skilled and caring therapists
“Jodi is absoloutely phenomenal at what she does! I received a full body Swedish massage and reiki yesterday and I had one of the best sleeps ever last night. I felt completely relaxed and I feel like I’ve had a full re-set. She is such a lovely, warm and genuine person and was professional and sensitive throughout. She really made me feel so comfortable and like I said, she is wonderful at what she does! Thank you so much and I will be back soon!”
– Carolanne Devlin-McLean, Google Review
5. The Spark Counselling
Address: 100 Wellington Street
Phone: 0300 180 0444
Business hours: Monday to Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
The Spark has been providing counselling and relationship support for nearly 60 years, which shows they really understand how different every situation can be.
We can tell they’ve seen it all and know that what works for one person doesn’t always work for another, so their approach is tailored and thoughtful.
What sets them apart is that, beyond individual sessions and couples or marriage counselling, they also support children and youth from age 8. That shows they understand how family dynamics and early experiences shape well-being.
Their services are easy to access and flexible. They offer face-to-face, phone, and online sessions, plus fast access single-session therapy for anyone who needs quick support.
You can also rely on their team. They’re professional and fully accredited, with counsellors trained to diploma level who are members of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) or the Organisation for Therapeutic Interventions (OTI).
They work in schools, with local authorities, and even provide employee counselling, so their experience isn’t limited to private sessions.
On the downside, The Spark isn’t the cheapest option. That said, their structured, professional, and flexible approach makes them worth considering if you’re looking for consistent, high-quality support.
Highly skilled and professional therapist
“I had therapy here recently with Therese and it has definitely been the best experience of Therapy I’ve ever had. Not only is Therese absolutely excellent at what she does, everyone else l came into contact with were brilliant. Highly recommended.”
– Robertson lisa, Google Review
Professional and insightful
“I had a great experience with The Spark. Michael helped me through a difficult moment in my life, when my mother became ill and I was giving up much of my social life to help care for her. He gave me techniques to help regain the self-care I was no longer prioritising, and I am very glad I was talking to him at the time and not going through it alone. Michael was really professional, provided great advice, and had a very accurate understanding of my situation. I would absolutely recommend Michael and the team at The Spark.”
– Rachel Murphy, Google Review