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Gayle Johnston, BACP

Gayle Johnston is a counsellor who practises a humanistic, client-centred way of working.

About Gayle

Gayle Johnston is a counsellor who practises a humanistic, client-centred way of working. She introduces herself plainly and offers a calm space to talk. Gayle aims to help people who are feeling stressed, anxious, grieving, or coping with life changes to make sense of their feelings.

She uses simple, steady support so people feel heard and understood. Gayle has three years of practice and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.

Background and approach

She invites people to set the pace, whether they arrive with a clear goal or just a sense that they need support. Sessions focus on exploring emotions, strengthening self-esteem, and finding practical ways to cope with everyday pressures. Her work commonly addresses trauma and abuse, anxiety, stress, grief and low self-worth.

Gayle also helps people with relationship patterns, attachment concerns and family of origin issues. Other areas she supports include body image, commitment worries, divorce and separation, and feelings of emptiness. Gayle offers therapy remotely and adapts conversations to each person's needs.

She listens without judgement and encourages reflection so people can better understand themselves. The aim is steady progress rather than quick fixes, with attention to what matters most to the individual. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions at a time that suits them.

Gayle works from the United Kingdom and conducts sessions in English.

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Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	407004	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

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Ways of working Gayle names

Client-Centred Therapy

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Client-centred support delivered online

Client-Centred Therapy places the person at the centre of the session. The therapist listens actively and mirrors feelings so the person can hear themselves more clearly. This approach helps when someone is dealing with anxiety, low self-esteem, grief or the after-effects of trauma by focusing on understanding rather than giving directives.

Gayle practises in a humanistic way that values each person’s experience. Sessions aim to build a trusting working relationship where the person sets the pace and topics. The therapist and client work together to decide what feels most helpful and adjust the style or focus as things change.

Online therapy offers flexibility for busy lives. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when visual connection matters. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to use a camera. Live chat and text-based messaging suit shorter check-ins, ongoing support between sessions, or people who express themselves better in writing.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Gayle will help explore what methods and formats suit a person’s goals and day-to-day life, and adapt sessions to match those needs and preferences.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Gayle help with?

She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem and coping with life changes. There are also services for related issues such as attachment, family of origin matters and body image.

How would you describe her style in sessions?

Gayle uses a client-centred, humanistic approach that focuses on listening and reflecting. Sessions are paced to the individual and aim to help people feel heard and understood.

What is Gayle's professional background?

She has three years of counselling experience and works from a humanistic perspective to support emotional understanding and coping.

Where is Gayle based and what credential does she hold?

She is based in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

What formats are available for sessions?

Sessions can be held as 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 Gayle?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.