Gemma Pattison, BACP
Compassionate BACP therapist for anxiety and relationships
- Stress and anxiety support
- Relationship and trauma work
- Online and international clients
About Gemma Pattison
Gemma Pattison is a UK-credentialed therapist who holds BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and brings over eight years of professional counselling experience. She has supported children, young people and adults through a wide range of concerns, including stress and anxiety, low mood and depression, relationship difficulties, family conflict, bereavement, trauma and various forms of abuse.
Gemma works from the premise that each person is the expert of their own story and carries strengths that can be used to navigate life's challenges. She recognises that beginning therapy can take courage and may feel uncomfortable, and she aims to offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings. Her practice is predominantly person-centered, while drawing on an integrative mix of therapeutic tools to meet individual needs. Gemma offers appointments by video, telephone and chat, responds actively to messages, and welcomes new clients including those based internationally.
Gemma works from the premise that each person is the expert of their own story and carries strengths that can be used to navigate life's challenges. She recognises that beginning therapy can take courage and may feel uncomfortable, and she aims to offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings. Her practice is predominantly person-centered, while drawing on an integrative mix of therapeutic tools to meet individual needs. Gemma offers appointments by video, telephone and chat, responds actively to messages, and welcomes new clients including those based internationally.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Gemma Pattison have?
Gemma Pattison has eight years of professional experience working in counselling roles.
Is Gemma Pattison a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds BACP accreditation, the UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists.
In which languages does Gemma Pattison provide therapy?
Gemma provides therapy in English.
Where is Gemma Pattison located?
Gemma is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Gemma Pattison as my therapist?
Sessions with Gemma can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Gemma Pattison work with international clients?
Yes, Gemma Pattison works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Gemma Pattison cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the 'Start Therapy' button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the 'Start Therapy' button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on Gemma's availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Gemma frequently draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early relationships shape current patterns of closeness, trust and separation, which can be helpful for people working with attachment issues, abandonment or relationship difficulties. She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, offering an empathic, non-judgmental space that places the client's experience at the centre of the work and supports self-directed growth and emotional processing. When appropriate, Gemma integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to help clients identify and work with unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours related to anxiety, low mood or stress.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Gemma works collaboratively with each person to find the methods that best fit their needs, goals and preferences. She adapts her style over time so that therapy remains relevant and practical for the individual.
Online sessions - including video calls, phone appointments, live chat and text-based messaging - make it easier to access consistent support across different locations and schedules. These options allow flexibility in how and when people engage in therapy and can be tailored to suit varying comfort levels and practical constraints.