Penn Kallas

Counselling and Psychotherapy

Hello and welcome

I offer an accepting and welcoming counselling space to help you explore what matters most to you. You may be experiencing anxiety, low mood, relationship challenges, painful feelings about yourself, your community, or the wider world.I practice from a humanistic, person-centred perspective, which is an approach that accepts you as you are, without judgment or pathologising.I chose to train in the person-centred approach because I wanted to practice from an anti-oppressive frame, and I believe each of us has an inner knowing that can guide us when we learn to connect with it. In our sessions, we'll work collaboratively to help you find deeper understanding, insights, and paths toward the changes you're seeking.I am experienced working with people experiencing anxiety, low mood / depression, relationship difficulties, exploring gender, sex and relationship diversity (GSRD), and / or neurodivergence. Before I became a psychotherapist I also had over 10 years' experience working in supportive roles in the voluntary sector.I am committed to continually developing my practice in ways that are anti-oppressive, anti-racist, trauma-informed, and neuro-affirming. I am a proud member of Therapists Against Conversion Therapy and Transphobia (TACTT). My pronouns are they/them.

What to expect

I offer a free 15-20 minute introductory call to help us explore whether we're a good fit to work together and to help you decide if you would like to go ahead.Our initial 50-minute session will give us time to discuss more about what brought you to counselling and what you are seeking.Please let me know if you would benefit from any adjustments to make counselling more comfortable or accessible for you. I can also provide information about my regular therapy room in Meadowbank, Edinburgh (which is up one flight of stairs) or discuss the possibility of using alternative venues.I would love to hear from you.

Fees

A 50-minute session is charged on a sliding scale between £45 - £60. I invite you to pay what feels right depending on your circumstances, no questions asked.You might find looking at the green bottle illustration a helpful starting point for deciding where you are on the scale:

• Green Bottle Sliding Scale Illustration

Note: Lower cost slots below the usual sliding scale are occasionally available. Please don't let fees be a barrier, just ask me about this option.

Urgent Support

My sessions are by appointment. If you are looking for urgent support you may wish to contact the helplines below:

• Samaritans

• SANEline

• LGBT Helpline (Scotland)

• Breathing Space (Scotland)