Colin Thomson Counselling
A Calm Space
To Be Heard
Compassionate Person-Centred Counselling
In Person in East Kilbride and Online
Life is rarely straightforward and taking that first step takes real courage, so you do not have to carry the weight alone.
Hello, I am Colin, a BACP (Accredited) counsellor and psychotherapist with many years experience based in East Kilbride, offering in-person and online support.
As well as my extensive training and many years of client-facing experience, I bring a down-to-earth perspective where I do not believe in trying to "fix" you.
Instead, I hold a warm, safe space where I will build a relationship to support you and help you reconnect with your true self.
🌿 For Adults: You might be the person everyone else relies on, at work or at home, while quietly feeling exhausted, anxious, or stuck inside, keeping that to yourself and unable to share how you are feeling.
Whether you’re carrying grief, navigating a relationship shift, feeling worn down by work stress, or simply wondering 'is this it?', you don't have to keep holding it all together on your own.
🌱 For Parents and Young People (11+): I support you with quiet, no-pressure refuge away from school pressures, social media, and trying to fit in with everyone else. Here, young people never have to perform or wear a mask and they can simply be accepted just as they are.
Ready to take a gentle next step?
Whether in person at my room in East Kilbride or online from home, you are warmly invited to reach out for a free, no-pressure 30-minute introductory chat.
Your First Session
Walking into a therapy room for the first time can feel nerve-wracking, especially if you aren't used to talking about yourself, which is completely normal.
Our first session isn’t an interrogation or a test; it is simply a relaxed, unhurried conversation.
There is no pressure to tell your whole life story at once, have all the answers, or worry about getting emotional. We will talk gently about what has brought you here, what feels heavy right now, and how we might work together.
Above all my aim is to give you a calm, safe space where you can drop the brave face, catch your breath, and see if I feel like the right person for you.
About Me
Growing up as a young man, mental health was rarely talked about,you were just expected to get on with it.
Navigating my own experiences of loss is what led me to become a counsellor, because I know firsthand how much difference it makes to be genuinely heard without judgement.
After many years working in the corporate sector and volunteering with a national charity, I bring real-world experience to add to my clinical training.
Many adults value sitting with a mature, grounded therapist who understands everyday work and family pressures and meets them with warmth, honesty, and plain human kindness.
Clinical Supervision
Alongside my client work, I offer warm, collaborative clinical supervision for qualified counsellors and trainees.
This is rooted in kindness, equality, and respect, where my aim is to provide a steady, supportive space for you to reflect openly on your client work, protect your own wellbeing, and grow with confidence.
[If you are a practitioner looking for a supervisor, feel free to get in touch for a chat or view my supervision details here.]
How Can Counselling Help?
Life can quietly wear you down, especially when you’re trying to hold everything together on your own. Taking that first step takes real courage, and feeling genuinely comfortable with your therapist is what matters most.
My Person-centred approach means I won’t judge you or tell you what to do. Instead, I offer a calm, down-to-earth space where you can take off your mask, talk honestly at your own pace, and feel truly heard.
Together, we can untangle what’s weighing you down you so you can rebuild your confidence and find a way forward.
Issues Where Counselling Can Help?
Whatever you are going through, you don’t have to carry it alone and I will always meet you with warmth, patience and no judgement.
The list below covers some common reasons people come to see me, though real life rarely fits neatly into boxes. If your situation isn't listed here, please still reach out; your personal experience matters to me.
Abuse
ADHD
Anger
Anxiety
Bereavement
Bullying
Depression
Family Issues
Grief
Loneliness
Low Self-Esteem
Older People's Counselling
Personal Growth
Relationships
School Issues
Self-Harm
Suicidal Thoughts
Young Peoples Counselling
My Location
From my counselling room in East Kilbride Old Village, I offer in-person counselling and counselling supervision.
There is ample car parking space in the area and easy access to train station and bus services.
Sessions and Availability
Individual counselling (60 minutes): £60
Availability:
Monday evening: online
Wednesday: 1PM - 6PM (in-person)
Thursday: 9AM - 6PM (in-person)
Saturday: 8AM - 12 noon (in person)
Counselling sessions are open-ended and can be weekly, fortnightly or monthly, depending on your needs.
I offer a free 30-minute courtesy call to answer your questions. It is a gentle, no-pressure way for us to connect and see if I am the right fit to support you.
Counselling supervision (1 hour): £50
Reduced rate available for trainees.
Qualifications
- Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy (2019)
- Certificate in Clinical Supervision (2025)
- COSCA Counselling Skills Certificate
- Introduction to Counselling (2017)
- Certificate in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (2020)
- Accredited Member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) (2022)
- Registered under the Disclosure Scotland PVG Scheme (2019)
Get In Touch
If you would like to arrange your first session or have an initial courtesy chat then please get in touch.
Please note my room is on the second floor with no lift access. If mobility is a concern, I am very happy to work with you via online sessions so you can remain comfortable
You can contact me through the website or send a text message to 07984 309972
and I will respond within 24 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Counselling is often considered a short-term process and a good way to provide immediate support and guidance to manage current situations or life changes, with the aim to feel progress after a limited number of sessions.
Psychotherapy can be a longer-term process aimed at uncovering the root causes of emotional difficulties and trauma that may be having an impact on your life, with the number of sessions being open-ended.
As an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist, I am comfortable working with clients who require either short or long-term counselling, and what is suitable would depend on the requirements of the client and what challenges they are facing at the time.
Trust is the most important part of our work.
Everything we share stays between us, with very specific safety exceptions which we will chat about openly in our first meeting
In certain circumstances (particularly regarding counselling young people) I may permit a friend, parent or guardian to sit in for an initial five minutes if this helps ease any anxiety for you.
The number of sessions required can vary from person to person and will depend on what concerns you bring to our sessions together.
I do not ask you to commit to attending a particular number of sessions, and at an initial appointment I will ask you to take time to think about what you would like to gain from counselling and begin to build a meaningful and therapeutic relationship with you.
The number of sessions you will attend is flexible and reviewed regularly,
Counselling can be carried out on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis subject to agreement.
Subject to availability I would look to arrange an initial appointment within two weeks of you agreeing to attend counselling, and after an initial appointment I would wish to agree to future sessions with you.
With agreement, counselling sessions would generally take place on the same day and time to allow you to plan your diary, although I will be flexible as I can be to accommodate you.
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