About me
Hi, I'm Gemma, am experienced counsellor, EMDR therapist, EMDR Supervisor and Co-Director of 'HealthWise Leeds' (therapy centre).
I have over 12 years clinical counselling experience, and have worked in mental health services for over 20 years.
You may be here because you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or struggling after a difficult experience.
Perhaps you’re dealing with the impact of trauma, anxiety, or managing grief that feels hard to move through alone.
Do you find it difficult to talk to friends and family, because they don't know what to say, how to help, they don't understand, or you feel embarrassed to talk to them?
I offer trauma-informed counselling and EMDR therapy, supporting adults who are navigating the impact of past experiences, loss, or life changes.
I specialise in trauma therapy using EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), a well-researched approach that helps process traumatic memories and reduce distress.
Many people seek EMDR therapy when they are experiencing:
- PTSD or complex trauma
- Anxiety or panic linked to past experiences
- Flashbacks, nightmares, or intrusive thoughts
- Feeling constantly on edge or emotionally overwhelmed.
I also specialise in grief counselling and bereavement support, including losses that are often misunderstood or not fully recognised.
This includes:
- Bereavement and loss of a loved one
- Pet bereavement counselling
- Miscarriage, infertility, or health-related loss
- Relationship breakdown or estrangement
- Life changes and identity loss
I have a particular passion for supporting disenfranchised grief - when your loss isn’t fully acknowledged by others, which can make it feel even more isolating.
As a pet bereavement counsellor, I understand how deeply painful losing an animal companion can be. This type of grief is real and deserving of support.
How I Work
I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and at your own pace.
My approach is integrative and trauma-informed, meaning I adapt how I work depending on your needs. Alongside EMDR, I draw on counselling approaches that support emotional understanding, self-compassion, and long-term change.
Practical Information
- I offer counselling for adults (18+)
- Online therapy across the UK
- Introductory calls available
Training, qualifications & experience
- Educated to Degree level (1999 -2002)
- PG Dip (Level 7) Counselling & Psychotherapy (2012-2014)
- Over 20 years working in mental health services.
- Accreditation (2017)
- Certificate in Supervision (2018)
- Qualified EMDR therapist (2019)
- EMDR Accreditation (2021)
- Advanced Diploma in Pet Bereavement (2022)
- Level 7 Award in Strategic Management and Leadership - CMI (2025)
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.
EMDR UK
EMDR Europe
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
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Pet Bereavement
Endometriosis.
Therapies offered
Fees
£65.00 - £80.00
Additional information
A note about my fees
My fees reflect my level of training, clinical experience, and specialist qualifications.
EMDR session fees are £80
I qualified as a counselling psychotherapist in 2014 and have over 20 years’ experience working across mental health services, including private practice, charities, and public sector provision. Alongside one-to-one therapeutic work, I have experience facilitating groups, delivering training, and working in leadership and management roles.
I am an accredited EMDR therapist (qualified 2019) and a qualified clinical supervisor (since 2018). I am also a Director of HealthWise Leeds, established in 2017.
I maintain ongoing professional development, specialist supervision, and a focused caseload to ensure safe, ethical and high-quality trauma-informed care.
When I work
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Further information
My current online availability:
- Monday 3pm-7 pm
- Tuesday 3 pm -7 pm
- Friday 2 pm -5 pm
- Saturday 9am - 1pm
Therapy often works best when sessions are held regularly and ideally weekly. This continuity can help create safety, focus and momentum in the work. That said, I know that life is rarely straightforward. Work patterns, caring responsibilities, or financial considerations can make this difficult. On some occasions, I may be able to offer fortnightly appointments, depending on what you are coming to therapy for.
Sessions must be paid in advance to confirm your appointment.
