Counsellor jobs in Kinghorn Loch

Job Title: Counsellor/ Psychotherapist

Location: Edinburgh

Job Type: Self-employed, 5-10 hours a week, weekend availability.

Salary: £30 per individual session and £40 per couples session.

About Us:

My Solution Wellbeing is a leading private mental health and counselling service provider committed to helping clients navigate personal issues, mental health concerns, and emotional difficulties. We specialise in offering comprehensive support to children, young people, adults, couples and families. Our team is dedicated to providing high-quality, personalised care to every client.

Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Counsellor/Psychotherapist to join our team. As a Counsellor at our Edinburgh -based organisation, you will play a pivotal role in supporting individuals and couples through their mental health journeys. Your primary responsibility will be to provide compassionate, client-centred counselling services, ensuring that each client feels heard, respected, and understood. In your counselling sessions, you will create a safe and confidential space where clients can openly explore their thoughts and feelings. You will utilise a variety of evidence-based therapeutic techniques, including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), person-centred therapy, and psychodynamic approaches, to facilitate personal growth and coping strategies.

Duties:

• Conduct initial assessments to determine clients’ needs and goals.
• Develop and implement tailored therapeutic plans to address the specific needs of each couple.
• Utilise evidence based practices and interventions to guide clients toward achieving their goals.
• Maintain detailed and confidential records of sessions and progress.
• Provide a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment for all clients.
• Collaborate with other mental health professionals when necessary to ensure comprehensive care.
• Adhere to ethical guidelines and professional standards set forth by accrediting bodies such as BACP, COSCA, BPS, BABCP or other relevant organisations.

Preferred experience and qualifications:

• Diploma, Masters or Doctoral degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, Counselling, or a related field.
• Accreditation - COSCA, BPS, BACP, BABCP or related accrediting body.
• Certification or additional training in specialised areas of couples therapy (e.g., Emotionally Focused Therapy, The Gottman Method).
• Experience in a counselling or mental health setting is highly desirable.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of relationship dynamics, communication strategies, and conflict resolution techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Empathetic, patient, and non-judgmental attitude.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.

What We Offer:

• £30 per 50-minute session.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Access to continuing education and training resources.

Join our team as a Counsellor/ Psychotherapist and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those in need. We offer a supportive work environment where your expertise will be valued, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a dedicated professional we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV, a cover letter detailing your experience and approach to therapy, and any relevant certifications to edinburgh@mysolutionwellbeing.com

Note: This position is specifically for a fully qualified Counsellor. Applications from therapists without a specialisation/experience will not be considered.

Job Types: Freelance, Zero hours contract

Pay: £30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Employee mentoring programme

Work Location: In person