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Psychotherapy in Broughty Ferry, Dundee

Welcome to a Discerning Life - Psychotherapy & Hypnotherapy Practice, Dundee

I’m Paula Hamilton Psychotherapist & Hypnotherapist with a Discerning Life and in the video below I describe how Psychotherapy can help you resolve an issue that may be struggling with and why in person sessions are worth pursuing. 


Issues I can help with include anxiety, low mood and depression, phobias and public speaking plus many others


Clients come to my office from Dundee, Angus, Fife, Tayside, Aberdeen, Perth and further afield.

'Paula has been incredible to work with. She has guided me carefully to find the tools to confidently navigate all sorts challenges, whether in relationships, at work, managing stress and focusing techniques. Thank you Paula’ Tilda (Fife)

‘I can't thank, praise or recommend Paula highly enough. She is warm, caring, sensitive, understanding, supportive, and extremely skilled and experienced in both Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy. I felt safe and comfortable and had confidence in her abilities from the outset. With her support and guidance my life has transformed from struggling with anxiety and depression to one I genuinely do feel good about.’ Katherine (Dundee)

 ‘I am incredibly grateful to have worked with Paula over the last few months. She is an amazingly skilled and knowledgeable psychotherapist who has helped me understand the frameworks underpinning anxious thought patterns and given me skills to move towards more helpful thought processes. She is a true empath who creates a safe space where curiosity is supported and humour is welcome! I could not recommend Paula highly enough!’ ELM

'It is very much Paula’s experience and skill as a practitioner, that I believe have been key to my progress. Through her empathy and care, Paula instantly makes you feel comfortable.' Louise (Dundee)

Thank you so much, everything you said put things in my life in perspective and I'll never forget what you've done for me.’ Francesca (Angus)

' had such a positive experience working with Paula over a number of years. She is an excellent, empathetic psychotherapist. Using all the tools Paula provided, including hypnosis, helped me deal with some very challenging circumstances. Paula is genuinely invested in her clients and, as a result of this, I was welcomed back years after our final session when I felt I needed some specific guidance. I cannot recommend Paula highly enough.' Jackie (Dundee)

‘Paula Hamilton is an amazing psychotherapist! Her empathetic approach and expertise really helped me work through some tough stuff. Sessions feel safe and supportive, and I have noticed real progress in managing my mental health. Highly recommended!’ Ged (Dundee)

‘Paula has been absolutely amazing and helped me through some challenges. Paula not only confirmed my thoughts but also helped me take practical steps to a better future. Paula is friendly, understanding, approachable and caring. I cannot recommend her enough!’ Tammie (Fife)

‘Paula provides a safe, professional haven to her clients in moments of crisis and personal loss. I would strongly recommend her to anyone looking for a skilled, compassionate and empathetic psychotherapist.’ Lesley (Perth)

‘I initially went to Paula for help with coping strategies due to difficulties I was experiencing at work. From the beginning, she provided practical techniques that helped me better understand how to respond in challenging situations. Her guidance has made a real difference in how I approach both workplace stress and difficult conversations. What stood out most was how comfortable she made me feel. I’ve always had trust issues, but over time I found myself opening up more and discussing deeper, more personal concerns. Paula created a space where I felt genuinely listened to and understood, without judgment. I’ve seen a few therapists in the past, but Paula is the first person I’ve truly felt I could be myself around. Not only does she listen with care and empathy, but she also equips me with the tools I need to handle difficult people and situations more confidently. I would highly recommend Paula to anyone looking for a supportive, insightful, and effective therapist.’ Janet 

'It has been some years since I last saw Paula. At that time I was experiencing incredible difficulty coping with anxiety and depression triggered by experiences in my early life. Paula helped me more than I could have ever imagined as she gave me the tools and confidence to understand and help myself. It has stayed with me for over 10 years, allowing me to continue to grow as a person and to help me to help my own children. Not as a perfect mum, rather one who makes mistakes but can learn with her children. I don’t think I would be in the position I am in today without Paula. It is one of the most fortunate experiences of my life walking in to her clinic and saying yes to starting my journey. I also know that if I ever needed her again she would be there. Thank you Paula' Nickie (Fife)


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