- Person centred
- Integrative methods
- Men's wellbeing
About Gemma
Gemma Pattison is a counsellor with eight years of experience working in the United Kingdom. She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Gemma offers a calm, non-judgemental presence and encourages people to use their own strengths to face difficult moments.
Gemma works in a person-centred way, so sessions start with what matters most to the client. She then brings in other methods when helpful, such as cognitive behavioural ideas, attachment-based thinking, mindfulness and motivational interviewing. This mix is used to suit each person rather than following a single fixed model.
She has experience supporting people through stress, anxiety and low mood, and also helps with relationship and family concerns, grief, trauma and different forms of abuse. Gemma also supports those facing challenges with addiction, sleep and eating, work and career pressures, and the practical and emotional strains of caregiving.
Gemma works with people across a wide range of additional issues, including attachment and relationship patterns, neurodiversity like autism, body image and intimacy-related concerns, and complex situations such as co-morbidity or blended family tensions. She also lists men’s wellbeing among her areas of focus.
If someone decides to begin, Gemma suggests taking the first small steps and scheduling an initial session. She aims to respond actively to messages and to create a steady, collaborative space for people to talk through what matters to them.
How Gemma’s approaches translate to online work
Gemma combines person-centred listening with cognitive behavioural techniques and attachment-based ideas to help people work through current problems. Person-centred counselling focuses on listening and reflecting so the client’s priorities guide the sessions. Cognitive behavioural elements look at patterns between thoughts, feelings and actions to try practical changes. Attachment-informed thinking pays attention to relational patterns and how past connections shape present responses.Finding the right approach is part of the process and will be collaborative. Gemma will discuss goals and preferences with each person and suggest which methods to try. She adapts at pace, checking in to see what helps and what needs changing so the work fits individual needs.
The biography notes that she uses video, telephone and chat, and that she regularly responds to messages. If you prefer to arrange sessions around work, parenting or other commitments, confirm the exact session options when booking to make sure they fit your routine. Online sessions can make it easier to schedule short check-ins, avoid travel time and work around busy days, while still allowing practical exercises and reflective conversations.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Gemma help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, low mood and depression, as well as relationship and family concerns, grief, trauma and abuse. Her listing also includes issues such as addiction, sleep and eating difficulties and career pressures.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Gemma uses a person-centred approach as a base, offering a non-judgemental listening space. She also works integratively, bringing in cognitive behavioural ideas, attachment-informed thinking, mindfulness and motivational interviewing when they suit the client.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years of professional work experience in counselling roles in the United Kingdom.
What credentials and location are listed?
Gemma is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats does she offer?
The original biography states she uses video, telephone and chat and that she regularly responds to messages.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.