Angela Neary
Bothwell Glasgow,South Lanarkshire
Summary
Experienced mental health professional with a comprehensive skill set in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Integrative Therapy, and Person-Centred Therapy. Proficient in delivering remote therapy and therapy via video calls, with a strong emphasis on empathy, non-judgemental approaches, and reflective practice. Demonstrates expertise in solution-focused counselling, risk management, and case documentation. Skilled in anxiety relief techniques, addiction recovery facilitation, and child and adolescent therapy. Committed to enhancing mental health care through empathic listening and conflict resolution strategies. Career goals include advancing therapeutic practices within organisational dynamics and expanding the use of local therapeutic resources.
Offering strong interpersonal and communication skills, combined with compassionate and empathetic nature. Knowledgeable about active listening, conflict resolution, and creating supportive environment. Ready to use and develop counselling, therapeutic, and client management skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Integrative Therapist
Therapyside
2022.10 - 2026.04
- Conducted remote person-centred therapy through video calls, facilitating tailored client support.
- Delivered mental health support as part of an Employee Assistance Programme, addressing a variety of client needs.
- Optimised client outcomes by applying CBT techniques alongside empathy and a non-judgemental approach.
CEO/Therapist
Tailored Living In The Community(Private Practice)
Bothwell Glasgow, United Kingdom
2006.01 - 2026.04
- Facilitated remote integrative therapy using CBT methodologies.
- Demonstrated empathy while ensuring a non-judgmental environment.
- Conducted therapeutic sessions through video calls, phone consultations, and live chat.
- Demonstrated high levels of empathy and understanding whilst dealing with emotionally charged situations.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive community environment amongst participants.
- Kept abreast of latest research in therapeutic techniques, ensuring best practice standards were upheld.
- Provided empathetic support to help clients cope with emotional distress.
Integrative Therapist
HELP4MIND
2022.10 - 2023.06
- Provided remote integrative therapy to clients navigating various mental health issues.
- Supported clients enduring financial constraints through video calls, phone consultations, and live chat.
Private Carer
Curam
Glasgow, United Kingdom
2018.08 - 2022.10
- Supported elderly clients with dementia in achieving independent living.
- Assisted with meal preparation, personal care, shopping, and household tasks.
- Facilitated daily activities to enhance quality of life.
- Arranged medical appointments, ensuring continuous healthcare for clients.
- Monitored changes in client's health; effectively communicated updates to relevant family members or doctors when necessary.
- Provided quality care by ensuring the client's comfort and well-being.
- Improved emotional well-being of clients through companionship and conversation.
- Prepared nutritious meals for better health outcomes.
Counsellor/Mental Health Improvement Officer
Healthspot
Glasgow
2005.09 - 2018.03
- Delivered counselling services to young individuals aged 12-24 in various schools and community settings.
- Conducted thorough assessments and effectively managed client cases.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Person Centred Counselling
2004.09 - 2005.06
HNC - Integrative Counselling and Theory
2003.08 - 2004.06
Certificate - Counselling Skills & Theory
2000.09 - 2001.07
Completed a 12-week course introducing the foundational concepts of counselling and theory.
Introduction To Counselling and Theory, Counselling
2000.01 - 2000.03
SVQ 3 - HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
2014.01 - 2014.03
CBT Certificate - Theory and Practice, CBT Practitioner/Life Coach Certificate
2025.06 - 2025.08
Certificate online course, learning CBT theory and practice.
Certificate in Couples Therapy & Counselling - Couples Therapy
2026.01 - 2026.01
Skills
- CBT
- Integrative Therapy
- Remote Therapy
- Person-Centred Therapy
- Mindfulness Techniques
- Therapy via Video Calls
- Empathy
- Non-judgemental Approach
- Reflective Practice
- Public Speaking
- Prompt Response
- Case Documentation
- Solution-Focused Counselling
- Risk Management
- EAP Experience
- Assessment
- Organizational Dynamics
- Local Therapeutic Resources
- Establishing rapport
- Anxiety relief techniques
- Addiction recovery facilitation
- Child and adolescent therapy
- Empathic listening
- Anger management strategies
- Mental health care
- Humanistic therapy
- Conflict Resolution
- Substance abuse assistance
Timeline
Udemy - Certificate in Couples Therapy & Counselling, Couples Therapy
2026.01 - 2026.01
The Priority Academy - CBT Certificate, Theory and Practice, CBT Practitioner/Life Coach Certificate
2025.06 - 2025.08
Integrative Therapist - Therapyside
2022.10 - 2026.04
Integrative Therapist - HELP4MIND
2022.10 - 2023.06
Private Carer - Curam
2018.08 - 2022.10
Edinburgh College - SVQ 3, HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
2014.01 - 2014.03
CEO/Therapist - Tailored Living In The Community(Private Practice)
2006.01 - 2026.04
Counsellor/Mental Health Improvement Officer - Healthspot
2005.09 - 2018.03
University of Strathclyde - Post Graduate Diploma, Person Centred Counselling
2004.09 - 2005.06
Anniesland College - HNC, Integrative Counselling and Theory
2003.08 - 2004.06
City of Bristol College - Certificate, Counselling Skills & Theory
2000.09 - 2001.07
City of Bristol College - , Introduction To Counselling and Theory, Counselling
2000.01 - 2000.03
References
References available upon request.