About me
Hi, I'm Gemma. As a visitor here you may be looking for some support while navigating life’s ups and downs. Perhaps life changes are making living your everyday life seem difficult, or even hopeless? Maybe you feel overwhelmed while trying to decide upon a new direction? Or you may have deeper feelings and ways of being that you wish to explore and nurture.
Whatever your reason for seeking therapy, my gentle and respectful approach can help.
As a person-centred counsellor I walk with you as you choose the direction and pace of your sessions. I will listen empathetically and without judgement. This will allow a deeper exploration and insight into why you act, think, or feel as you do. As you learn more about yourself, you may then wish to work on implementing changes that lead to a happier, more fulfilled life.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a fully qualified counsellor and hold a CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. My qualifications and continuing professional development include:
- CPCAB Certificate in Counselling Studies
- CPCAB Certificate in Counselling Skills
- Safeguarding Training
- Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling, enabling me to work safely with clients remotely.
I have significant experience supporting young people aged 18–24 during times of transition, change, and uncertainty. Many young adults come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, low mood, financial or work pressures, relationship difficulties, loneliness, or a sense of not knowing who they are or where they are heading. I provide a supportive, non-judgemental space to explore these concerns, helping clients build resilience, self-understanding, and confidence as they find their feet in early adulthood.
Alongside this, I have experience working in domestic abuse services for both male and female survivors, and on a perinatal depression helpline. In my private practice, I support clients with a wide range of issues, including:
• Anxiety
• Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
• Depression
• Domestic abuse
• Family dynamics
• Grief and loss
• Low self-esteem
• Life transitions and identity
• Perimenopause and menopause
• Perinatal mental health
• Relationships
• Stress and overwhelm
• Women’s health
This list is not exhaustive, and sometimes our needs do not neatly ‘fit’ into a tick box. If you are facing obstacles to your wellbeing that are not listed here, please get in touch so we can discuss how I might support you.
I am an accredited member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and abide by their code of ethics. This register is accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
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
Fees
£55.00 per session
Additional information
I work in an open-ended way allowing each of my clients the space to work through their troubles, thoughts, and feelings in their own time, and at their own pace.
Sessions are 50 minutes in length and take place weekly. Sometimes fortnightly or monthly sessions are better suited to an individual's needs so this option can be discussed during our free initial call.
I have a limited number of concessionary slots available.
When I work
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Further information
Reaching out to a counsellor may stir a range of emotions within you, and depending on your experience of therapy you may also have a range of questions you would like answered before committing to the process. This is why I offer a free 'getting to know you' call before an initial session. You can book this via my website, email or 'book an intro call' all links are at the top of this page.
