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Geraldine Costello, BACP

Person-centered therapist for grief and recovery
  • Grief and loss
  • Addiction and recovery
  • Relationship and self esteem

About Geraldine Costello

Geraldine Costello is an experienced, empathic counsellor who creates a warm and nonjudgmental space for people working through loss, addiction, relationship strain, and other life challenges. With more than ten years of professional practice, she has particular experience in pregnancy care issues, losses, and post-abortion counselling, and supports clients facing grief, low self-esteem, motivation difficulties, and problems related to substance use. Geraldine blends a person-centred stance with evidence-informed techniques such as Motivational Interviewing, the cycle of change, and solution-focused strategies to help clients explore goals and build practical steps toward recovery.

She values a trusting therapeutic relationship where clients feel listened to and honoured, and she works to foster acceptance so people can bring their whole selves to the work. Geraldine is a member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and follows its ethical framework while continuing professional development to refine her skills. Her approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s needs, whether the focus is on trauma, family and intimacy concerns, ADHD, or coping with life transitions.

Geraldine aims to walk alongside clients for as long as needed, offering steady support while helping them identify strengths, clarify values, and take steps toward more fulfilling and balanced living.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefSelf esteem

Additional Focus Areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesFertility issuesForgivenessHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeNarcissismPregnancy and childbirthSelf-love

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Geraldine Costello have?

Geraldine Costello has 10 years of professional experience.

Is Geraldine Costello a registered therapist?

Yes. She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

In which languages does Geraldine Costello provide therapy?

Geraldine provides therapy in English.

Where is Geraldine Costello located?

Geraldine is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Geraldine Costello as my therapist?

You can work with Geraldine Costello through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Geraldine Costello work with international clients?

Yes, Geraldine Costello works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Geraldine Costello 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on 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 flexible online support

Geraldine works from a person-centred foundation that prioritises empathy, acceptance, and a respectful therapeutic relationship - an approach that helps people feel heard and supported while they explore personal challenges and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, when used, focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behaviour that contribute to distress and offers practical strategies to shift those patterns, which can be helpful for anxiety, low mood, and coping skills. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative style that strengthens a person’s own motivation to change, commonly applied when addressing addictions, ambivalence, or readiness for new goals.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Geraldine works collaboratively with each person to decide what feels most helpful based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She draws on different methods as appropriate and adapts the work to fit each client rather than applying a single model to everyone.

Online therapy with Geraldine is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people balancing work, family, or mobility constraints. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from different locations, and choose the format that best suits a client’s comfort and schedule while working with registered professionals and therapists trained to deliver effective care.

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