Ian Catterall

I tend to work Monday to Friday - a variety of day time and evenings to fit my needs and those of who I work with in.  I tend to start at 9:30am and my latest appointment is 7pm.  

I can be flexible around this and will work occasionally over a weekend if need be.   I usually find ways of working collaboratively with people to find mutually convenient times.  

Hi there,

I am a BACP-accredited, person-centred counsellor with extensive experience in both private practice and a range of health and therapy organisations.  Having completed a 6 month course in providing clinical supervision, I offer supervision by phone, online and in person. I live in Ayr in Scotland and work from my home. 

Supervision is a vital part of our ongoing development as therapists, supporting good practice and sustaining us in our work.

I value the restorative element of supervision. It’s a space to reconnect with what motivates and inspires you, as well as to explore the frustrations and challenges that inevitably arise in therapeutic practice. All of these feelings have a place here.

My approach is reflective and collaborative, offering space to explore both the emotional and practical dimensions of your client work and what it brings up for you. Supervision works best when there is trust, openness, and a sense of shared exploration —  and these qualities underpin my relationships with my supervisees.

I work with a variety of modalities and welcome both qualified and trainee therapists. I offer a warm, expansive space to think together about the challenges your practice brings. Supervision needs to be both respectful and appropriately challenging; when these qualities are present, there’s room for growth for both supervisor and supervisee.

I bring a long-standing interest in Buddhist practice to my therapeutic and supervisory work, drawing on these ideas in simple, practical ways rather than through specialist jargon.

I offer supervision face-to-face and online, and I’m happy to move flexibly between the two depending on your needs.

If you’re looking for a supervisor and feel I might be a good fit, you can find more details at www.iancatteralltherapy.com.  I’m happy to have a chat before you make any decision so please feel free to get in touch. 

Ian

I live in Ayrshire in Scotland and work as both a therapist and supervisor from a room in my house.  This room is upstairs but I can work downstairs too.  The house has handrails to help those with some physical limitations up the stairs and in the drive too. 

I also work extensively online too both in terms of therapy and supervision. 

I believe in my work I provide an informal put very practical form of supervision.  I offer a lot of myself in terms of my work experiences & my experience of mental health work, therapeutic practice & my lived experiences. I am able I believe to offer a supervision experience based on practical advice, personal experience, a theoretical framework and perhaps most importantly to me a non-judgemental approach.  

If you are seeking a supervisor who is relatable, supportive and empathetic I might be the right person for you.  

Our first session would inevitably be led by a need to get to know each other.  I would want to know what you thought you needed from supervision primarily and how you learn best if you’re a student therapist.  

Of course space would be created for any urgent issues that required to be addressed but it takes time to develop a working relationship and I would want to allow opportunity and time for that relationship to grow. 

I tend to work Monday - Friday and sessions are usually between 9:30am & 8pm.  

However, I am flexible in terms of when I can offer therapy and will occasionally offer sessions over the weekend. 

I will work weekly or fortnightly or monthly depending on your needs - we can talk about what works best for you during an introduction session. 

 A bit about me and my practice: 

I provide person-centred therapy enriched by mindfulness techniques that create real results. Based in Ayrshire, I work with clients worldwide through online sessions, phone, text, or in-person meetings in my home. 

My person-centred approach places you and your unique experiences at the heart of therapy. Rather than imposing techniques or diagnoses, I create a supportive space and will help you deepen your self-understanding and shift perspectives so that you can move forward. This core philosophy is enhanced by simple, practical and effective mindfulness tools that you can immediately apply in your everyday life. No flowery language or scented candles—just relatable, honest support focused on what works for you.

I have a background in working in social work and am therefore conscious of the pressure in public sector working and how difficult it can be to find space to talk about the day to day experiences of this kind of work.  I offer a confidential space to talk about the day to day challenges and a place to process some of the distressing and challenging experiences in working as a teacher, a nurse or social worker amongst other professions. 

I also have quite a high caseload of men and am conscious of the challenges that can arise for men speaking about the issues on their mind.

As one client shared: "The only therapy that's worked for me." (A, Scotland)

You can learn more at www.iancatteralltherapy.com

Practice Description

Flexible Options: Sessions via online platforms, phone, text, or face-to-face—including home visits if you prefer.

Practical Results, Real change: "I have been seeing Ian for just over a year now and he has drastically helped me manage my mental health." (N, Australia)

“If it hadn’t been for our sessions I wouldn’t have the motivation, courage or confidence to look elsewhere for work” (K, England)

“Very helpful and made me realise I would like to address the way I view relationships. Incredibly lucky to have you as therapist.” (J, England)

Safe Environment: "What I love about Ian's approach is that I don't feel judged by him and I feel safe to share everything that is on my mind." (L, Berlin)

My first session: 

In the first session it’s important that you feel comfortable and we develop a trusting working relationship.  There is no pressure to disclose serious personal events or head straight into the deep end.  We will take time to talk at your pace and what you want to talk about. 

Ready to take a step toward better mental health? Contact me to schedule a free initial consultation where you can tell me what’s bringing you to therapy and ask any questions you might have.