Louise Burchell - Counsellor & Yoga Teacher
I’m Louise, a qualified Pluralistic Counsellor and Yoga Teacher with nearly 20 years experience of supporting people through life’s challenges. I love to integrate my knowledge of mental and physical wellness to promote emotional and physical well-being and soothe the soul.
Counselling Training & Qualifications
I have a MA (hons) in Psychology (1st class) and a Diploma in Pluralistic Counselling and Psychotherapy, plus additional training in Counselling for Infertility from the British Infertility Counselling Association and Birth Trauma Training. I am a Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP) and also hold membership with COSCA (Counselling & Psychotherapy in Scotland).
Yoga Training & Qualifications
I have two 200hr Yoga Teacher Training qualifications including specialist pregnancy and postnatal yoga training. I only found yoga when I was in my late twenties and it was the first form of physical exercise I found I actually enjoyed. Since then, it has become an integral part of my life and love making it accessible for others - you can read about what yoga means to me on my blog.
How I Work
I use a pluralistic approach to counselling, meaning I tailor our work to fit your unique needs, drawing from a variety of therapeutic methods. Together, we will focus on what feels most helpful for you, whether that’s exploring your emotions, understanding past experiences, or developing practical tools to manage life’s difficulties.
In addition to counselling, I also offer yoga classes that can support your mental and physical well-being. Yoga can be a powerful tool for reducing stress, increasing mindfulness, and fostering self-awareness. I teach a holistic approach that combines breathwork, movement, and relaxation techniques to help you feel grounded and more connected to your body and mind.
Qualifications & Training
Mental Health Training
Diploma in Pluralistic Counselling & Psychotherapy (Grounded Learning)
MA (1st Class Honours) Psychology (University of Glasgow)
The Birth Trauma Training Programme (Make Birth Better)
LGBT+ Competency (Queer Birth Club)
Foundation Course for Fertility Counselling (British Infertility Counselling Association)
Yoga Training
200 hour Yoga Teacher Training (My Vinyasa Practice)
200 hour Perinatal Yoga Teacher Training (YogaBellies)
Biomechanics of Birth (Optimal Birth)
Advanced Pregnancy Wellness Practitioner (Burrell Education)
Other
Baby Massage (Scottish School of Child and Baby Massage)
Baby-Carrying Supporter Course (Slingababy)
“Thank you for your teachings and for creating a safe environment for me to release all my fears and become stronger (physically and mentally) during my pregnancy. Your class changed my mindset towards pregnancy, birth and life after birth.”
Yoga, Birth & Wellbeing Services
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Pregnancy Yoga
Yoga for pregnancy, birth preparation, breathing techniques for birth and deep relaxation.
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Parent & Baby Yoga
Baby yoga classes that are as much for you as they are for baby.
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Yoga for Women
Yoga for body and mind - leave feeling relaxed and yet energised; calm and strong.
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Counselling
A compassionate space to be heard and understood.
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Fertility Counselling
Support for anyone going through fertility investigations or treatment.
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Pre & Post-Natal Counselling
Support during pregnancy, for birth trauma and beyond into motherhood.