Patricia McIntosh , BACP

Patricia McIntosh is a BACP-accredited counsellor and an EMDR UK-registered therapist with more than eight years of professional experience supporting people across the United Kingdom. She holds an MSc in Person-Centred Counselling and a BA (Hons) in Psychology from the University of Aberdeen, and she brings research-informed practice to work with clients facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, confidence and motivation challenges, career concerns, relationship and family issues, grief, intimacy-related difficulties, sleep problems, anger, and the effects of compassion fatigue.

Working in a person-centred way, Patricia aims to create a respectful, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore thoughts and emotions at their own pace. She integrates evidence-based methods into that framework, including EMDR therapy to address traumatic memories and trauma-related symptoms. Her experience spans the voluntary sector, insurance and Employee Assistance Programme work, and private practice, which informs a flexible approach to different client needs.

Patricia offers in-person sessions in Aberdeen’s West End and online therapy across the UK, tailoring interventions to each individual. Her background in anxiety and trauma research supports a careful, informed practice focused on helping clients build clarity, resilience, and greater wellbeing.

Person-centred and EMDR approaches for effective online support

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating an accepting, empathetic environment where the client’s own experience guides the pace and direction of work; it is often helpful for issues such as low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and general stress. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured, evidence-informed method aimed at processing distressing memories and reducing trauma-related symptoms by integrating targeted bilateral stimulation within a therapeutic framework. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on understanding and healing the impacts of traumatic events, using strategies to manage symptoms and rebuild a sense of safety and agency.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Patricia works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative stance helps tailor sessions so that therapy feels relevant and manageable for each individual.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging offer practical flexibility for those balancing work, family, or mobility needs. These formats make it possible for licensed professionals and therapists to provide consistent, ongoing support across distances while accommodating different communication styles and scheduling requirements.