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Louise Gillies

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Louise Gillies

United Kingdom

Calm, practical counselling for life transitions

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  • Grief and parenting
  • ADHD and focus
  • Values-based action

About Louise

Louise Gillies is a counsellor who supports people with grief, parenting challenges, self-esteem and ADHD-related difficulties. She brings ten years of professional experience and works with issues such as fertility struggles, pregnancy and postpartum concerns, and the emotional effects of long-term illness. Louise aims to create a calm and open space where clients can talk through what matters to them at a manageable pace.

Her approach focuses on practical steps and clear conversation. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice difficult thoughts and choose actions that match their values. Client-Centred Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy shape how she listens and helps clients tune into their present experience.

Louise also helps people facing life changes such as menopause, retirement or new phases of parenting. She supports fathers and people dealing with communication problems, separation and issues around forgiveness and infidelity. Work often involves setting small, achievable goals and trying out new ways of coping between sessions.

Sessions are informed by an understanding of chronic pain, caregiving strain and the specific frustrations that can come with ADHD, like concentration and motivation challenges. The tone in sessions is down-to-earth and collaborative; the priority is finding realistic steps that fit everyday life.

She is based in the United Kingdom and holds BACP registration. Sessions are carried out in English and international clients are accepted. To start, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to availability.

How her approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice difficult thoughts and choose actions that match their values; it is often used for low mood, anxiety, motivation and life-direction issues. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening without judgement and helping the person lead the pace and topics of sessions; it can suit people who want a reflective, supportive space.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with clients about their goals, preferences and what has or hasn't helped before. Together they will try methods that fit the person's needs and tweak things if something does not feel helpful.

The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work, parenting or medical appointments, and it can reduce travel time. It may also allow shorter check-ins when needed or make it simpler to choose audio-only conversations if that suits someone better.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

GriefParenting issuesSelf esteemADHD

Additional focus areas

Caregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessInfidelityLife purposeMen's issuesPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyMindfulness TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Credentials

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Louise help with?

She supports people with grief, parenting concerns, self-esteem and ADHD-related challenges, plus related issues such as fertility, chronic illness impact and men's issues.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is calm and collaborative, with short-term practical steps and space for deeper reflection as needed.

How much experience does she have?

She has ten years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and life-transition issues.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is BACP registered and based in the United Kingdom.

Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?

Yes, international clients are accepted and sessions are offered in English.

Which session formats are offered?

The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current options before booking.

How much do sessions cost?

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 a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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