Gemma Gatward, BACP
Gemma Gatward is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing relationship strain, family conflict and trauma-related concerns.
About Gemma
Gemma Gatward is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing relationship strain, family conflict and trauma-related concerns. She works with adults managing anxiety, depression, grief and life changes. Gemma writes plainly and offers a calm, respectful space to talk through difficult experiences.
With nine years of experience she draws on a client-centred approach that keeps each person at the centre of their care. Sessions are shaped around what matters to the individual rather than a fixed formula.
Background and approach
That means listening first, then working together on practical steps and insights that feel doable. Gemma has particular experience supporting people affected by childhood trauma, sexual assault and post-traumatic stress. She also helps with intimacy-related issues, self-esteem, parenting challenges and questions of life purpose.
Her work addresses both emotional distress and everyday problems that get in the way of relationships and wellbeing. She describes her manner as sensitive and compassionate, and she adapts conversation and the pace of work to each person. Gemma aims to make therapy straightforward and relevant, with clear goals and simple actions between sessions when useful.
Taking the first step can feel hard, and Gemma focuses on practical support to help clients move toward a more fulfilling life. She offers sessions in English and works with people across a range of concerns without assuming one single route for everyone.
Details from the counsellor's public professional profile · registration number listed
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| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 405082 | February 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
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 Gemma lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
- Stress, Anxiety
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Communication problems
- Life purpose
- Post-traumatic stress
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Women's issues
- Young adult issues
Ways of working Gemma names
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Client-centred care delivered online
Client-Centred Therapy places the person at the heart of the work. The counsellor listens deeply and follows the client's lead, helping them find their own solutions. This approach can be helpful for concerns like anxiety, depression, relationship struggles and trauma when people need a compassionate, non-judgemental listener.Gemma approaches online work in the same collaborative spirit as in-person sessions. She will help clients choose an approach that fits their goals and preferences, and will adjust the pace and focus as progress unfolds. Deciding on the right way of working is a joint process that can change over time.
Online therapy offers practical benefits for busy lives. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation without travel. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging suit people who prefer typed communication or want flexible, on-the-go access. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and daily routines while keeping the therapeutic process consistent.
Frequently asked
What concerns does Gemma commonly help with?
She works with relationship difficulties, family conflict, trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, grief and related issues such as intimacy problems and parenting strains.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Gemma uses a client-centred approach, focusing on listening and shaping sessions around each person's needs. The style is collaborative and practical, with an emphasis on clear steps and mutual agreement about goals.
How much experience does she have?
She has nine years of professional experience working in counselling and supporting people with trauma, relationship issues and mood concerns.
What credentials and region are listed?
Gemma is listed with the BACP and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does she offer?
She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging as options to suit different needs and schedules.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and is delivered through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.