Compassionate Counselling
Gwen Bedey CBT & Integrative Counsellor
A warm welcome from Edinburgh, Scotland.
My Counselling approach is to work in collaboration with the client, and tailor sessions to optimise the therapeutic space, time and effectiveness of our sessions.
I have trained in Person Centred, Psychodynamic and CBT and I integrate these modalities with my Mindfulness and Compassion practice; giving a blended approach that aims to offer the best use of therapeutic support, theory and tools.
I offer online and face to face counselling during the day and in the evenings. Initially I offer a free 15-minute online session to briefly discuss what brings you to therapy and if my approach suits you. Thereafter weekly sessions are 50 minutes long.
I am a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), and adhere to their code of ethics. Also registered with ICO for protection of data.
About
Gwen Bedey
Growing up in Fife, Scotland, I developed an early interest in human development, inspired by my father’s passion for psychology. After a decade working in the clothing industry, I ran a business from home whilst raising my children. Drawn to complementary therapies, yoga, and meditation, I was fascinated by the ancient wisdom and traditions of the Himalayas where my grandmother grew up. Finding huge support for my life in Mindfulness and Compassion practices, I trained as a Mindfulness Teacher with the Mindfulness Association. Then studied Counselling at the University of Edinburgh, ‘A Dialogue between Person Centred and Psychodynamic’ which led to attaining a diploma in CBT with groupwork.
I have experience of working with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bereavement and all areas of loss, relationships, anger, fear, phobias and spirituality. Working with people aged 16 years old upwards.
Services
I offer online and face to face counselling during the day and in the evenings. Initially I offer a free 15-minute online session to briefly discuss what brings you to therapy and if my approach suits you. Thereafter weekly sessions are 50 minutes long.
Session online – £55
In person – £60
Please contact me to check availability, thank you.
Workshops
Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation
4 Week Course, held at The Heart of Newhaven, Edinburgh, EH6 4HY
Thursday 6.30-8pm, 15th, 22nd, 29th January and 5th February 2026.
Total cost £95 - includes weekly meditation audio recordings and all materials. Places are limited, please contact me for more information or to book your place.
Taster Session, held at The Heart of Newhaven, Edinburgh, EH6 4HY
Thursday 6.30-8pm, 6th November 2025.
£15 - Places are limited, please contact me for more information or to book your place.
gwen@compassionate-counselling.com
Contact
Please email me a short description of the main issue/challenge you are experiencing, and I will respond within 48 hours.
The Heart of Newhaven,
4-6 Main Street, Newhaven,
Edinburgh, EH6 4HY
gwen@compassionate-counselling.com
If you are struggling and need to speak with someone urgently – please reach out to a friend you trust, or call the Samaritans FREE on 116 123 they are open every day, 24 hours.