Pamela McKechan

I am available for in person and online appointments Monday - Friday and some evenings 

Hello, and thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. I am an accredited psychotherapist with over 10 years’ experience supporting adults, children, and young people through life’s challenges.

My style is warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative. I will work alongside you at your pace, helping you explore what’s going on and find ways to feel more in control of your life. Many of the people I see come to me with difficulties such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, work-related stress, trauma, panic, or phobias, but you don’t need a label to reach out. Whatever you are facing, I aim to provide a safe and supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and genuinely supported.

I also have experience leading community projects with families who live with complex challenges, so I understand how tough it can feel when life feels overwhelming. Alongside my therapy work, I train others in areas such as suicide prevention (ASIST), Scotland’s Mental Health First Aid (SMHFA), counselling skills, trauma awareness, self-harm, and wellbeing.

If you’re considering therapy, you’ve already taken a really positive first step. I’d be glad to walk alongside you as you explore the next one.

As a therapist, I offer a safe, supportive space where you can pause, reflect, and explore what’s happening in your life. My role is to walk alongside you on your journey of self-discovery, helping you to understand yourself more deeply and make meaningful choices that feel right for you.

I work as a Play Therapist with children from the age of 4, and as a Psychotherapist supporting young people and adults. My approach is empathetic, non-judgmental, and collaborative. I provide emotional support while offering a fresh perspective from outside your usual circle of family and friends.

Together, we can explore the difficulties you are facing in a way that helps you gain new insights and a greater sense of clarity. Therapy is not about me giving you answers, it is about creating the conditions where you feel empowered to find your own solutions and take steps towards positive change. 

Beginning therapy can feel like a big step, and it’s completely natural to feel a little nervous about your first session. My aim is to make that first meeting feel welcoming, safe, and unrushed. Together, we’ll take time to talk about what has brought you here, what you hope for, and what feels most important to you right now. There is no pressure to share everything at once, you set the pace, and I will be alongside you every step of the way.

In our first session, I will explain how therapy works and answer any questions you may have. We’ll talk about what you can expect from me and how we can work together in a way that feels supportive and manageable for you. This is also a chance for you to get a sense of whether my approach feels like a good fit.

For children coming to Play Therapy, the first session is often about helping them settle into the space and begin to feel comfortable. Through play, they are able to express feelings and experiences in their own way. I gently support them in this process while keeping parents or carers involved in a supportive role.

For young people and adults, the first session may be more conversational. It’s an opportunity to reflect on your experiences, your challenges, and your hopes for change. I provide a confidential, non-judgmental space where you can begin to share openly, knowing that you are being listened to with empathy and respect.

Therapy is not about me giving you solutions or telling you what to do. Instead, it’s about working together to help you gain new perspectives, build self-understanding, and feel empowered to make choices that move you towards positive change.

Above all, the first session is about beginning a supportive relationship where you feel safe, understood, and not alone with what you are carrying. From here, we can begin to explore your journey at a pace that feels right for you. 

I currently have availability for new supervisees and welcome enquiries from qualified counsellors, psychotherapists, trainees, and professionals working in helping roles.

I offer supervision both online across the UK and in person from my private practice in Paisley, Renfrewshire.

My working hours are flexible and include daytime and evening appointments to accommodate a range of working patterns. I aim to respond to all enquiries within two working days.

If I am taking planned annual leave or am temporarily unavailable, I will update this profile accordingly. If I am unable to offer ongoing supervision at the time of your enquiry, I will let you know when appointments are likely to become available or, where possible, signpost you to alternative supervisors.

I am an integrative counsellor, CBT psychotherapist, trainer and clinical supervisor with experience supporting both adults and children. My approach to supervision is collaborative, reflective and supportive, providing a safe, non-judgemental space where you can develop your clinical confidence, professional identity and ethical practice.

I believe effective supervision is built on a trusting relationship where curiosity, openness and honesty are encouraged. Together we can explore clinical work, celebrate strengths, reflect on challenges, consider ethical dilemmas and identify opportunities for professional growth.

Alongside my private practice, I deliver ASIST & SMHFA courses, a PDA in counselling CYP and the COSCA counselling skills course. Delivering counselling and psychotherapy training to students and qualified practitioners. My experience supervising trainees and experienced therapists allows me to tailor supervision to your individual stage of development.

My integrative approach draws on person-centred values while incorporating CBT and other evidence-based approaches where appropriate. I aim to create a supportive environment that encourages reflective practice, self-awareness and safe, ethical client care.

Whether you are newly qualified, an experienced practitioner or currently in training, I offer supervision that is encouraging, professionally challenging and focused on helping you provide the best possible service to your clients.

Supervision is more than discussing client work; it is an opportunity to reflect, learn and develop throughout your professional journey.

I offer individual clinical supervision for counsellors, psychotherapists, trainee therapists and professionals working in helping roles. Sessions are tailored to your needs and can focus on case discussion, formulation, risk assessment, ethical decision-making, self-care, professional development and reflective practice.

My aim is to create a supportive relationship where you feel comfortable bringing both successes and challenges without fear of judgement. I encourage thoughtful reflection while providing constructive challenge to help you deepen your understanding of your work and continue developing your skills.

My supervision is informed by the BACP Ethical Framework and places importance on maintaining safe, ethical and effective practice. I value diversity, inclusivity and creating a space where difference is respected and explored with curiosity.

Sessions are available online throughout the UK or face-to-face in Paisley. Together we will develop a supervision relationship that supports both your wellbeing and your professional growth.

Our first supervision session is an opportunity for us to get to know one another and explore whether we are a good fit for working together.

Before our meeting, I will ask you to complete a brief supervision agreement and provide some information about your current practice, client group and professional requirements. During the session we will discuss your experience, the type of work you undertake, your supervision needs and what you hope to gain from our work together.

We will also agree practical arrangements, including frequency of supervision, confidentiality, record keeping, ethical responsibilities, contracting and how we will work together. There will be plenty of opportunity for you to ask questions and discuss any expectations or concerns.

If you decide to continue, we will agree a supervision schedule that meets your professional and organisational requirements. My aim is for you to leave the first session feeling comfortable, supported and confident that supervision will provide a valuable space for reflection, learning and ongoing professional development.