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Gary Barrell, NCPS

Gary Barrell is a psychotherapeutic counsellor and hypnotherapist based in the United Kingdom.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Grief
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About Gary

Gary Barrell is a psychotherapeutic counsellor and hypnotherapist based in the United Kingdom. He holds NCPS and has worked in the field for six years. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression and relationship difficulties.

Gary keeps sessions straightforward and calm. He focuses on what is happening now and what practical steps a person can try between appointments. He also supports people dealing with grief, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping and eating problems, and major life changes.

Background and approach

His approach is integrative. That means he draws on client-centred work, cognitive behavioural ideas, existential thinking, psychodynamic exploration and hypnotherapy to suit each person. Sessions are tailored to each person's needs rather than following one rigid method.

Gary aims to build a warm, non-judgemental space where thoughts and feelings can be talked through. He works with clients to identify inner resources and small changes that add up over time. He also offers coaching-style support when people want help setting goals and staying motivated.

Sessions are available online by video, phone, live chat or messaging, and Gary accepts international clients. To begin, prospective clients use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
NCPS	NCS14-00996	May 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

Everything Gary lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Grief
Self esteem
Depression
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Communication problems
Divorce and separation
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Phobias
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexual dysfunction
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues

Ways of working Gary names

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How therapeutic approaches work online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the person. The counsellor offers empathy and a non-judgemental space so people can find their own solutions. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions link together and teaches practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. CBT can be useful for anxiety, panic, low mood and many day-to-day problems.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Gary will discuss different ways of working and decide together which methods best match your goals, needs and preferences. That collaborative process can include trying a few techniques and adapting them as you go.

Online sessions make that process easier to fit into life. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, while phone sessions need less bandwidth and can be a shorter check-in. Live chat and text-based messaging suit people who prefer typing or need more flexible timing. These options help people keep therapy going around work, family commitments and travel.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Gary commonly help with?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and relationship problems. He also supports those coping with grief, trauma and abuse, sleeping or eating issues, anger and life changes.

What is his general therapy style?

Gary uses an integrative, client-centred style. He mixes practical cognitive behavioural ideas with existential and psychodynamic elements, plus hypnotherapy when suitable.

What experience does he bring?

He has six years of experience working in the United Kingdom with a variety of mental health and life concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is listed with NCPS and practises from the United Kingdom.

Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?

Yes. Sessions are offered to international clients and he conducts appointments in English.

Which session formats are available?

Sessions can be held via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I start working with Gary?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.