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Gillian Hartley, BACP, NCPS

Gillian Hartley is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, and eating concerns.

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About Gillian

Gillian Hartley is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, and eating concerns. She works with people who are struggling with anger, low self-esteem, depression, and big life changes. Her approach aims to make the first step feel manageable and practical.

Gillian brings eight years of professional experience to her work. She treats people with respect, sensitivity and compassion.

Background and approach

Sessions are shaped around each person's needs so conversations and plans are tailored rather than one-size-fits-all. She uses clear, straightforward methods to help people untangle problems. That includes talking through thoughts and feelings, noticing patterns that keep issues going, and identifying small steps that can make life easier.

The emphasis is on useful, achievable strategies rather than lengthy theory. Gillian also pays attention to issues around body image, eating and food-related difficulties, communication problems, and family matters. She supports people dealing with fertility worries, infidelity, narcissism-related strain, and concerns commonly affecting women.

Her stated aim is to work alongside each person to build practical coping tools and clearer perspectives. She encourages honest conversation and steady progress, with plans adjusted as needs change.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	311618	June 2025
NCPS	NCS23-01502	March 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 Gillian lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Eating disorders
Anger management
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Body image
Communication problems
Eating and food-related issues
Family problems
Fertility issues
Infidelity
Narcissism
Women's issues

Ways of working Gillian names

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Therapeutic approaches and online sessions

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on making space for a person's own perspective. The counsellor listens closely and helps people find their own solutions, which can be useful for anxiety, low self-esteem and life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions link together. It helps identify unhelpful thinking patterns and introduces practical exercises to reduce stress and depressive symptoms.

Solution-Focused Therapy aims to find small, realistic changes that move a person toward their goals. It concentrates on strengths and what already works, helping people take achievable steps when feeling stuck.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will talk with each person about their needs, goals and preferences, and try different methods to see what helps most. The plan is collaborative and can be adjusted as progress is made.

Online sessions offer flexibility and can fit around work, family and travel. Video calls let people keep face-to-face contact, phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited, and live chat or text-based messaging suit shorter check-ins or days when typing feels easier. These options make it simpler to maintain continuity and access support from wherever someone is in the United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Gillian specialise in?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, eating issues, anger, self-esteem, depression and coping with life changes.

How would she describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is respectful, sensitive and compassionate. She tailors conversations and plans to each person's needs and focuses on practical steps.

How much experience does she have?

Gillian has eight years of professional experience working with these kinds of concerns.

What credentials does she hold and where is she based?

She holds BACP and NCPS credentials and is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are offered and can she work with international clients?

Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available online?

Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

How does pricing work for sessions?

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

How do I begin if I want to work with her?

To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.