Patricia McIntosh , BACP

Patricia McIntosh is a BACP-accredited counsellor and an EMDR UK-registered therapist with 8 years of clinical experience supporting people across the United Kingdom. She specialises in stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, career concerns, relationship and family difficulties, grief, compassion fatigue, and a range of intimacy and life-change issues. Patricia brings a person-centred perspective to her work, creating a respectful, non-judgmental environment where individuals can explore their thoughts and emotions and build practical coping strategies.

Her practice draws on evidence-informed methods, including Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing which she uses to support trauma processing and recovery. She has worked in the voluntary sector, with insurance and Employee Assistance Programme providers, and in private practice, supporting clients with motivation, sleep problems, anger, and career-related challenges. Patricia holds an MSc in Person-Centred Counselling - a master level qualification in counselling practice - and a BA (Hons) in Psychology, an undergraduate honours degree in psychology.

Based in the United Kingdom, she has provided in-person sessions in Aberdeen’s West End and online therapy throughout the UK. Patricia does not currently work with international clients and is not accepting new clients at this time. Her approach emphasises collaboration, practical support, and an aim to help people move toward greater clarity, resilience, and wellbeing.

Approaches for Online Therapy and Remote Care

Patricia integrates client-centred therapy into her work, which focuses on listening openly and supporting each person to lead their own process of change. This approach helps when someone needs a safe space to explore feelings, build self-esteem, and regain motivation. She also uses Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) - a trauma-focused method that helps people process distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity; it can be helpful for trauma, abuse, and related anxiety.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is part of the collaborative process. Patricia works with clients to understand their goals, preferences, and practical needs, then adapts methods to find the best fit for each individual. This means therapy can shift over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit therapy around work, family, or mobility needs. For many people, remote sessions increase access to licensed professionals and allow consistent, ongoing support without the need for travel.