"I was thoroughly impressed
with Open Door Counselling during my 6 months attending weekly sessions.
Pat is to be commended for the professional and supportive approach he
adopts. From the outset, his trustworthy nature and compassionate
understanding helped me to overcome initial embarrassment when talking
about many troubling private issues. Pat was not at all judgemental during
our sessions, and I felt comfortable talking honestly to him about past
events that were shameful to me. He listened attentively throughout and
considered what I had said before responding to assist me to understand
the root cause of the problems."
- OD, Edinburgh
"I am happy and confident that I have finally addressed the issues that
have troubled me for many years. Although I still have progress to
make, I go forward in a far better position than I was when I first called
Pat. I highly recommend Open Door based on my experiences."
- AB, Edinburgh
"I found Pat very easy to contact initially and he continued to be
flexible throughout my counselling. He explained his role very
clearly and gave me the support I needed to understand the process of
counselling and how it could benefit me. Throughout our time I was able to
discuss and understand everything I had on my mind and I have been able to
learn skills to help me manage situations in the future. Thank you very
much Pat."
- PR,
East Lothian
I would have no hesitation in
returning to see Pat again, in the future, if I felt my life situation
required
it. Additionally I have
recommended, and will continue to recommend, Pat Smyth to anyone thinking
of, or looking for counselling.
Having seen 2 previous counsellors and decided it was 'not for me' as I
did not gain value from it, I
went to Pat, really out of desperation and I will always be glad I did. I
found his help and support
invaluable at that time and subsequently I was able to deal with and
understand what was a very
difficult and unhappy time in my life.
- AM, Edinburgh
Open Door
