Testimonials
“I have got more comfortable in the sessions with time, I like how you challenge me, and like to be continuously thinking about things. I like the dynamic we have. I open up more and talk about my feelings. The sessions have given me the courage to make changes in my life, and I’ve made these changes because of our sessions.”
“It’s been really good to see things in a different light. I thought it would be a lot more draining but it’s been more like a weight has been lifted. I feel I have opened up about things quite easily and normally I’m quite guarded.”
“I felt I could come to my sessions with Catherine and tell her anything without being judged. It was a very safe space. She helped me work out my feelings and gave me ways to express them when I find it difficult.”
“As someone who has never experienced counselling before, Catherine made me feel very comfortable and allowed me the space to lead the session in a manner I wanted. We talked about things that were on my mind without making them feel like mountains to climb.”
“It is has helped me to be less mentally chaotic and overwhelmed about the different aspects of my life. I’ve felt safer during the weeks knowing I can talk with you.”
"I can clearly see and feel a difference in myself from the initial session to the last. It was a process that allowed me to understand what / how I was feeling and why I was feeling it in order to know myself better. Without a doubt, I achieved the goals I’ve set throughout the sessions and I’m now equipped with the right tools to deal with situations that I’ve struggled to deal with before joining therapy. The calm and welcoming environment definitely had a positive impact during the sessions – a non-judgmental room where we can be absolute."
“Counselling has helped me to deal with problems better and see myself from the outside. It’s very good and reassuring when someone else is there to support you. I felt comfortable sharing my story. Catherine is very empathetic and caring. Highly recommend Aberdeen Bespoke Counselling.”
“I came to Catherine at my lowest ebb. We worked through some past and present traumas and gradually I found myself coming back round. I can’t thank Catherine enough for helping me on my journey.”
“I was asked what I would like to achieve from the sessions which was important to me. I was also assessing my counsellor to see how we got on. Most importantly I felt comfortable with you and that you were someone I felt I would be able to talk openly with. Thank you for being there, Catherine, at a low point for me and making me think about things from a slightly different angle. I would highly recommend Aberdeen Bespoke Counselling for an easy and informative service which makes a big impact on people’s lives.”
“I’ve had experiences of counselling in the past and never really thought this was for me. However, the difference was finding a counsellor that I really connected with from the start, understood my issues, listened well and challenged my thinking. I found the sessions relaxing and comfortable and were all about me and whatever I wanted to speak about. As an introverted person I find it difficult to open up and speak, Catherine was patient and asked the key questions to get me speaking and understanding myself and my thinking better.”
“I definitely see a difference in me, I feel very much different. I feel everyday I can go on and there is light at the end of the tunnel. I feel small progress everyday now.”
“Catherine makes you feel very welcome, comfortable, and calm. Previously, I would have been scared to admit or discuss my feelings, but she taught me how to deal with them and manage my thoughts. Catherine also provided me with useful tools, techniques and podcasts that helped me throughout my process. Time is a healer but talking is too and I would fully recommend anyone to reach out to Catherine. She is kind and will never judge you, no matter what your circumstances are. She will be there to help.”
“I had a great experience and am so grateful for all the support provided when going through a difficult time. I was given the necessary support and guidance to see experiences from a different perspective and will continue to utilise the techniques and tools discussed going forward.”
“I found the counselling to be very helpful and Catherine was so easy to talk to. I found it easy to open up to her. She listened, commented when necessary and made me look at things from a different view. When I first started counselling, I was not in a good place but as the weeks went by, I began to feel better, more positive, more confident and looked forward to my sessions with her. I now feel I am in a far better place and I have the tools to deal with my issues and problems. I realise that it’s a work in progress but I no longer feel hopeless and that life is manageable. I feel more in control with my life.”
“Thank you so much Catherine for an extremely positive experience right from the beginning. Your manner is perfect (warm and friendly but professional) and your insight is spot on. I look forward to coming back when my schedule allows!”
“In short, life is better and I can't thank you enough for working with me during some of the toughest periods of my life. I feel more equipped to handle a lot of the challenges that come my way, and I feel stronger for it. My resilience and trust in myself is one of the things I'm most proud of over these last few years, but your support was immense during this period.”
“Just to say again that I’m grateful to you for all that you’ve helped me with. I came to you because of a crisis, but left you with a better understanding of myself and feeling that I can go forward with confidence.”
Feedback
I appreciate any feedback from my clients regarding their sessions with me and would welcome any further testimonials. Your thoughts, comments and feelings around our sessions are vital to what I do and I will always appreciate any feedback in order to keep improving as a professional Counsellor.
Please email catherine@aberdeenbespokecounselling.co.uk with the subject heading ‘FEEDBACK’.