🧠 Great Minds Think Alike

Real People. Real Experience. Real Support.

We’re not just another counselling service with credentials on the wall—we’re a team of professionals who’ve lived it. At Great Minds Think Alike, we offer support that’s grounded in both clinical expertise and real-life experience. Every member of our team has personally faced mental health challenges, life upheavals, and the kind of storms that don’t show up on a résumé. That’s why we connect differently—with empathy, honesty, and zero judgement.

We work with individuals, couples, young people, and organisations from all walks of life. Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationship breakdowns, identity struggles, burnout, or trauma, we’re here to walk beside you—not above you.

💬 Who We Support:

  • Adults seeking clarity, healing, or a fresh start

  • Couples working through conflict, communication, or reconnection

  • Youth facing pressure, identity shifts, or emotional overwhelm

  • Organisations building cultures of care, resilience, and mental wellbeing

🌱 What Makes Us Different:

  • Lived experience of mental health crisis and recovery

  • Trauma-informed, person-centred approach

  • Inclusive, non-clinical language and safe spaces

  • Flexible support tailored to your pace and needs

We believe that healing isn’t linear, and growth doesn’t come from perfection—it comes from connection. So if you’re tired of being treated like a case file or a diagnosis, you’ve come to the right place.

At Great Minds Think Alike, we don’t just understand. We get it.

Who We Are

Paul Carracher

Founder of Young Lives Matter

Jerome Neville

Founder of INSIDEout Mindfit Coaching

Tom Elvin

Managing Director of Alliance Project Controls, Board Chair at Men Matter Scotland and co -founder of Great Minds Think Alike.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I expect from my first counselling session?
During your first counselling session, your counsellor will get to know you and understand your goals for counselling. You can expect a safe and confidential space to share your thoughts and feelings.

How long does the counselling process usually take?
The duration of counselling can vary depending on individual needs and goals. Some clients may benefit from short-term counselling, while others may require longer-term support.

Is counselling suitable for everyone?
Counselling can be beneficial for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Our counsellors are trained to work with a diverse range of clients and tailor their approach to meet individual needs.

Be grateful for your mistakes. You wouldn't learn how to do something right, if you never done anything wrong.

Contact us

For any enquiries or to schedule an appointment, please fill out the form below or contact us directly at 0141 944 7900 or info@greatmindsscot.com.

Next Steps

We believe that everyone deserves a safe space to be heard, understood, and supported. Serving Glasgow, Renfrewshire and the surrounding communities, we offer compassionate, confidential counselling services tailored to meet the diverse needs of:

  • 🧑‍💼 Corporations – Supporting employee wellbeing, resilience, and workplace harmony through bespoke mental health programmes and workshops.

  • 🧍 Adults – Helping individuals navigate life’s challenges, from anxiety and depression to grief, trauma, and personal growth.

  • 💑 Couples – Strengthening relationships through open dialogue, conflict resolution, and deeper emotional connection.

  • 🧒 Young People – Providing a nurturing environment for children and teens to explore their feelings, build confidence, and develop healthy coping strategies.

Whether you're seeking support for yourself, your team, or your family, our experienced therapists are here to walk alongside you with empathy, professionalism, and care. We offer both in-person and online sessions to suit your lifestyle and comfort.

Let’s begin your journey toward healing, clarity, and connection.