About Mairi McAllister
Mairi McAllister is a counsellor and psychotherapist with 12 years of experience, specialising in trauma and abuse. She is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), bringing professional credibility and accountability to her practice.
Mairi offers general counselling sessions to support clients working through a wide range of difficulties. She specialises in trauma and couples therapy, drawing on somatic approaches to help clients process difficult experiences. Her training includes a year-long, in-depth somatic trauma therapy course, which informs her compassionate and body-aware approach to healing.
Clients come to Mairi for help with anxiety, depression, PTSD, bereavement and loss, relationship difficulties, and the impact of abuse. She also works with those navigating addiction and substance dependency alongside mental health concerns. Her therapeutic approach is grounded in understanding the deeper roots of distress, helping clients move beyond symptoms towards genuine recovery.
Beyond one-to-one counselling, Mairi has worked as a clinical supervisor since 2018, supporting both counsellors and support workers in their professional development. She also facilitates bespoke training events and workshops for organisations and professionals.
Mairi offers a safe, non-judgmental space for clients seeking support with trauma, anxiety, loss, and life's most challenging moments. Whether you're processing past harm, managing present stress, or rebuilding after difficulty, her experience and specialist training provide a foundation for meaningful therapeutic work.
Qualifications & specialties
Qualifications
- Diploma in Counselling
- Level 5 CBT
Specialises in
- Trauma Therapy
- Somatic Trauma Therapy
- Emotional Well-being
- Compassionate Inquiry
- Online Therapy
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