Our Purpose
My name is Marie O’Neill, I founded Space for the soul in 2018 as a private practice, offering One:one therapy as well as mindfulness-, spiritual- and self development courses and workshops in Edinburgh and online. As a Counsellor and Interfaith Minister I feel that our world is hugely lacking in opportunities for us to become more of our real selves. The focus of most approaches out there seem to be on quick fixes or distractions to help us get on with it, rather than true healing. After nearly 2 decades of working with people I recognise that what we all crave the most is space to connect more deeply with ourselves and that which is meaningful to us, beyond the hamster wheel of everyday life. My life’s work and purpose is to challenge the status quo our capitalist and overly materialistic society and helping people connect with the deeper truth of our humanity through inner healing and development.
Our Service
Since the Covid pandemic I have seen an even bigger increase in our collective disillusionment with our fast paced lifestyle and more and more people are looking for answers and solutions to create a sustainable life of inner peace and purpose. I have recently taken on a number of associate like minded counsellors to help me meet the demand for our services. My team and I are committed to offering Space for the Soul in your life, in yourself and in our world.
Our aim is to enrich your life trough soul-centred, evidence based practice, offering counselling, courses and workshops. Whether you want to heal from trauma or difficulties in your past, overcome anxiety or depression or find your true self and your purpose again, we can help.
We offer in person counselling at our therapy office on Forth street in Edinburgh, or online, to suit your needs.
Please send an enquiry or book a free 15 min introductory call to be matched with the best counsellor to suit your needs.
Our Ethos
We don’t pretend to have all the answers, but we are here to provide you with a safe space to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences in a compassionate way that honours your truth. We believe in unity through diversity and are committed to social justice, equality and inclusion. We welcome enquiries from people of all backgrounds, ethnic groups, religions, genders, ages, disabilities and sexual orientations.
We understand that there’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to therapy, but are delighted to help you find the best match to meet your individual needs.
For Therapists
We offer supervision and peer support in person or online, to fully qualified counsellors who wish to reflect on their practice in a safe, compassionate space.
I have been given a new approach to life and I have immense gratitude. I no longer feel overwhelmed with life decisions and can approach situations with a new found compassion for myself. Marie has carefully and gradually allowed me to see different perspectives.
Over the year, Marie helped me wander through traumatic/painful childhood experiences, the challenges of moving to a new city and bullying at work. She responds with a kind calmness, a wealth of professional knowledge and natural non-judgmental understanding. I have had a lot of therapists and the most important aspect of Marie’s work is that she genuinely cares.
— Nancy