About me
Welcome to The Quiet Space
Hello, I’m Gemma, a Neuro-Affirming Integrative Counsellor (BACP Accredited) providing a safe, supportive space for men, women, young people, couples, and families to explore life’s challenges. Sessions are available in a warm, welcoming, and discreet setting near Deal, as well as online via Zoom.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, life transitions, or the unique challenges of being neurodivergent, you don’t have to face these struggles alone. Counselling provides a confidential space to gain insight, develop practical strategies, and create meaningful change.
My Approach
I offer a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and explore whatever is troubling you at your own pace. Many men and women come to counselling feeling under pressure to cope alone. Therapy offers a confidential space to explore challenges, gain perspective, and move forward.
I believe that feeling safe, understood, and accepted is at the heart of meaningful therapy. Together, we will work collaboratively to help you gain insight, develop self-understanding, and create positive change in your life.
You don't need to have the right words or know where to begin—we will find a way forward together.
Areas I can help with:
- Mens mental health and emotional wellbeing
- Anxiety, stress, and overwhelm
- Low self-esteem, confidence, and self-worth
- Intrusive or difficult thoughts
- Identity, self-discovery, and life transitions.
- Relationship and family difficulties. Including Parent-child dynamics and the impact of unhealthy or abusive relationships.
- ADHD, Autism, and AuDHD. Burnout, masking, rejection sensitivity (RSD)
- Neuro -Affirming Practice
My practice is neuro-affirming, meaning I value and support neurodivergent experiences, whether diagnosed or self-identified.
Relationships, Family & Connection
Our relationships have a profound impact on our wellbeing.
I work with Individuals, couples, and families to improve communication, strengthen boundaries, understand recurring patterns, navigate conflict, and build healthier, more fulfilling connections..
As a neuro-affirming therapist and parent of neurodivergent children, I understand the challenges that can arise when navigating a world that often feels designed for others. Together, we can explore your traits and anxieties, and develop practical strategies to help you thrive.
Common areas we work on include masking, burnout, rejection sensitivity (RSD), relationships, friendships, self-identity, self-esteem, and advocating for your needs. My aim is to help you better understand yourself, recognise your strengths, and build on them in ways that feel authentic and empowering.
The Environment
My therapy room is quiet and softly lit, providing a calm and comfortable space where you can feel supported throughout your therapeutic journey.
Taking the First Step
I offer a free 15-minute telephone or Zoom consultation, giving us the opportunity to discuss your needs and explore how I may be able to support you.
There is no obligation to continue after the consultation. Finding the right counsellor is important, and I encourage you to take the time you need to decide whether I feel like the right fit for you.
If you would like to get in touch, please send me a message or email, and I will aim to respond within 48 hours.
Training, qualifications & experience
Alongside my private practice, I have worked as a counsellor for East Kent Colleges Group, providing therapeutic support to young people, adults, and staff.
I specialise in supporting neurodivergent individuals, whether formally diagnosed or beginning to explore their neurodivergence. I am passionate about helping clients understand themselves more deeply, recognise their strengths, and develop practical strategies that enable them to thrive.
Through increased self-awareness, tailored coping tools, and a compassionate therapeutic relationship, I help clients feel more empowered, confident, and equipped to navigate life in a way that works for them.
Prior to my counselling career, I spent seven years working with survivors of domestic abuse. During this time, I facilitated groups such as the Freedom Programme, which empowers those affected by controlling and abusive relationships. This experience has given me a deep understanding of the dynamics of unhealthy relationships & attachment, and the profound impact they can have on mental health. I bring this knowledge and compassion to all areas of my counselling practice, supporting clients in building safer, stronger, and more fulfilling relationships.
I understand how daunting it can feel to take that first step and confide in someone new. My approach is warm, welcoming, and non-judgmental, creating a safe space where you can explore your concerns at your own pace.
- Level 4 Diploma in Integrative Therapeutic Counselling.
- Member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (MBACP)
- Counselling adults and young people
- ABC Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- ABC Level 3 Certificate in Counselling studies
- ABC Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
- Transactional Analysis 101 Certificate
- Certificate in Working with Couples and Relationships. The Link Centre
- Certificate in Neuro- Affirming Practice. The Link Centre UKCP
- Mental Health First Aid Certificate
- BACP Remote working
- CPD Safeguarding Children - Education
- BA Hons Law &Criminology Degree
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
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Fees
£70.00 per session
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Additional information
Couples work £90.00
Initial Assessment Family/ Couples 90 Minutes £115.00
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