Gillian Hartley, BACP, NCPS
Gillian Hartley helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression and low self-esteem.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and Abuse
- +8 more
About Gillian
Gillian Hartley helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. She also supports those facing relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief and major life changes. Gillian works with concerns around eating, body image and anger too.
Her approach is practical and respectful. Gillian uses conversations to understand what feels most pressing for each person. She adapts the pace and focus to match individual needs, and aims for clear, manageable steps.
Background and approach
Sessions are straightforward and aimed at making small but useful changes. Her practice draws on Client-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. These techniques inform how she frames problems, spot patterns, and sets short-term goals.
She explains approaches plainly and checks they feel helpful as work progresses. Gillian has eight years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. Her credentials include BACP, which is the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and NCPS, which is the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society.
She uses that background to guide practical support rather than jargon. People who come to Gillian can expect a calm, non-judgemental space to talk things through. The emphasis is on listening first, then trying small experiments that fit day-to-day life.
She encourages realistic steps people can keep doing between sessions.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 311618 | June 2025 |
| NCPS | NCS23-01502 | March 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.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Gillian works with
Everything Gillian lists, 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
Approaches Gillian lists
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Online support
Finding the right approach is part of the work and will be decided together. The therapist will talk about what feels most useful, try different ways of working, and adjust methods based on your goals and preferences. This makes sessions collaborative and tailored rather than one-size-fits-all.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet. Video calls suit in-depth conversations, phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited, live chat is helpful for shorter check-ins, and text-based messaging can fit into busy schedules. These options make it easier to keep continuity of care and to make changes that fit real life.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does Gillian help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, eating and anger concerns, and coping with life changes.
What is Gillian's therapeutic style?
Her style is calm and practical, emphasising listening first and then working on small, achievable steps that fit daily life.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Gillian has eight years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom.
What credentials does she hold and where is she based?
Her listed credentials are BACP and NCPS, and she practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
She is not currently taking international clients.
What session formats are available?
Gillian offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are costs and scheduling handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, select Start Therapy, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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