the Team
Meet
Meet the Jireh Wellbeing team and get to know more about us, our training and experiences. Sessions can be offered in person and online.
About
Ellie Bryden
Qualified Counsellor
I am a qualified children, young person and adults counsellor.
Qualifications & Experiences
I have worked with children and young people for over 10 years in various different capacities which I am currently doing as a counsellor within high schools and private practice.
My training and qualification includes:
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COSCA Certificate in Counselling Skills
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HNC Counselling
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HND Counselling
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PDA in Online and Telephone Counselling
Accredited Register Membership
I am a member of the BACP and I undertake regular supervision to maintain my professional practice.
Other Notes
I am a PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) Registered with Disclosure Scotland.
About
Laura McClelland
Trainee Adult and Couple Counsellor
Qualifications & Experiences
I have worked with adults with mental health and learning differences for over six years now. I am currently completing a diploma in relational counselling, while volunteering for a local charity.
My training and qualification includes:
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Diploma in Relational Counselling, specialising in Couples Therapy (in progress)
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ASIST Suicide Prevention
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Self-Harm Awareness Training
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BA (Hons) in Philosophy
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COSCA Certificate in Counselling Skills
Accredited Register Membership
I am a student member of COSCA and I undertake regular supervision to maintain my professional practice.
Other Notes
I am a PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) Registered with Disclosure Scotland.
About
Emma Wylie
Trainee Adults Counsellor
Qualifications & Experiences
I am a second-year student studying for a diploma in integrative counselling with Vital Pathways Training. I have a degree in Nursing, and I have worked for the NHS for over 15 years.
Accredited Register Membership
I am a student member of the BACP.
Other Notes
I am a PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) Registered with Disclosure Scotland.
About
Gracey Agbana Babatunde
Trainee Adults Counsellor
Qualifications & Experiences
I am a trainee integrative counsellor passionate about helping people navigate life’s challenges, deepen self-understanding and reconnect with their sense of self-worth.
My approach is rooted in empathy, compassion, active listening and respect for each person’s unique story. I aim to provide a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space where clients feel heard, valued and able to explore their thoughts, feelings and experiences at their own pace.
My therapeutic interests include self-esteem, identity, grief and loss, relationships, life transitions and the emotional impact of difficult life experiences. Drawing on my background in mentoring, community support and listening roles, I value the importance of meeting people where they are with sensitivity and understanding.
I am committed to ethical practice, ongoing learning and professional supervision as I continue developing my counselling skills.
“You do not have to navigate life’s challenges alone. Counselling can be a meaningful first step towards greater self-awareness, healing and personal growth.”
Accredited Register Membership
I am a student member of the COSCA.
Other Notes
I am a PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) Registered with Disclosure Scotland.
Linda
About
Qualified Therapy Dog
Qualifications & Experiences
Linda is our qualified therapy dog and a much-loved part of the practice. She greets clients at the door, usually with a toy in her mouth, and has a special talent for helping people feel at ease.
Linda loves to sit alongside clients, gently hold hands (paws), and fully believes she’s human. Her calm, affectionate presence can offer comfort, grounding, and a sense of connection during sessions, always at the client’s choice.
About
Margot
Qualifications & Experiences
Trainee Therapy Dog
Margot is the newest (and smallest!) member of the Jireh Wellbeing team.
She is a young cocker spaniel at the very beginning of her journey to becoming a qualified therapy dog.
Curious, gentle, and full of personality, Margot is currently in the early stages of her training. Over the next couple of years, she will be gradually introduced to the therapy environment, learning how to provide calm, comfort, and emotional support within sessions.
Margot will occasionally be present in some sessions as part of her early socialisation and training, always with careful consideration for clients’ comfort and preferences.