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Patricia McIntosh, BACP

Patricia McIntosh is a counsellor with a Master of Science in Person-Centred Counselling and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.

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About Patricia

Patricia McIntosh is a counsellor with a Master of Science in Person-Centred Counselling and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. She holds BACP accreditation and has spent eight years working with people across the United Kingdom. Patricia focuses on supporting those dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, motivation and career concerns.

Her style is warm and down-to-earth. She aims to make sessions feel like a calm place to talk without judgement.

Background and approach

Patricia listens carefully and helps people name what matters to them. She uses person-centred practice alongside other approaches to fit each person’s needs. Patricia brings experience from the voluntary sector, employee assistance programmes and independent practice.

That range has shaped a practical way of working that keeps daily life and responsibilities in view. She is interested in anxiety and trauma research and draws on research-informed methods when appropriate. When someone chooses to work with her, sessions are tailored to the individual.

That might mean focusing on coping strategies, exploring past experiences, or practical steps for everyday challenges. Patricia aims to help people build clarity, confidence and more choice in how they respond to life. Therapy is offered both in person in Aberdeen’s West End and online across the UK.

She uses approaches such as EMDR therapy, trauma-focused methods, solution-focused techniques and a client-centred stance to guide the work together.

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Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	377333	April 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

Everything Patricia lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Depression
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Anger management
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue

Ways of working Patricia names

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Approaches used online and how they help

Patricia uses a person-centred way of working that focuses on listening and understanding each person's priorities. This approach helps people clarify what they want from therapy and feel heard while deciding on next steps. She also uses trauma-focused methods that look directly at the effects of traumatic or distressing experiences. These techniques aim to reduce the impact of past events on day-to-day life and improve coping and emotional regulation. EMDR therapy is part of her practice and is used to help people process distressing memories and reduce their intensity. It can be helpful for those who find certain memories or sensations repeatedly intrusive. Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Patricia will work with each person to choose which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, and she adapts the plan as therapy progresses. Online sessions offer practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when that is helpful, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed, and live chat or text-based messaging suit people who prefer typed conversations or need support outside scheduled calls. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and daily life.

Frequently asked

What concerns does she commonly help with?

She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, anger and work-related worries.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her work is person-centred and practical. She listens without judgement and helps people set small, realistic goals to make everyday life easier.

What is her professional background?

She holds an MSc in Person-Centred Counselling and a BA (Hons) in Psychology and has eight years of experience across voluntary, insurance and independent practice settings.

Where is she based and what accreditation does she have?

She practises in the United Kingdom, offering in-person sessions in Aberdeen’s West End, and is accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are offered online?

Therapy is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.

How are fees and payment handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability and sessions are delivered through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.