About me
Hi, I’m Gemma Allen, an Integrative Counsellor and Addiction Therapist. If you’re reading this, you’ve already taken the bravest first step. My approach is warm, down-to-earth and focused on real change—so you don’t just talk, you leave with insight and simple tools you can start using right away. I work with individuals and couples either in person or via video call-
How I work - Tailored to you: I draw from a range of approaches to fit your needs, not the other way around.
• Relationship first: Feeling safe and understood is the foundation. In our first session we’ll see how it feels to work together and decide next steps.
• Talk + tools: Alongside talking therapy, I offer clear strategies and practical exercises so you can feel progress from session one. What I can help with -
Addiction and recovery, anxiety and overwhelm, low mood, stress and burnout, self-esteem, relationships, life changes and feeling “stuck”.
What to expect
• A confidential, non-judgemental space to talk openly.
• A collaborative plan that fits your life and goals.
• Gentle accountability and doable steps between sessions so change doesn’t have to take forever.
Start here—low-pressure & simple
I offer a free 15-minute chat (phone, WhatsApp video or Zoom) so you can ask questions, get a feel for me, and decide if it’s the right fit—no obligation.
Training, qualifications & experience
I hold a level 5 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and a Bachelors degree in integrative counselling. Due to my training and lived experience I offer an integrative approach. I have worked with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse, loss, bereavement, relationship issues etc.
I have also worked in the addiction field and substance misuse services for over 4 years as a recovery coach, teaching people how to overcome addiction and live without alcohol or substances. I use a completely different approach for clients suffering with addiction, including the use of mindfulness, CBT, ACT therapy and assignment work - some of the tools used in addiction therapy are transferable and can be used alongside other approaches to therapy.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
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Fees
£45.00 - £100.00
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
£40.00 reduced rate for Trainee counsellors or unemployed. Proof may be required of training course or benefit entitlement.
£60 per session for individuals. Sessions are available weekly, every 2 weeks or as and when required. I can be flexible to suit you with timings
£90.00 per session for couples.
When I work
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Further information
I can offer in person sessions as well as Whatsapp video call, zoom and Teams sessions.
Payments are required 24 hours in advance to secure your booking via bank transfer.
Reduced fees for unemployed or trainee counsellors, please contact me further to discuss.
