Geraldine Theobald, BACP
University counsellor helping students and staff
- 16 years experience
- BACP accredited
- Online sessions available
About Geraldine Theobald
Geraldine Theobald is a BACP-accredited therapist and university counsellor based in the United Kingdom with 16 years of clinical practice. She trained to Master's level in Person-Centred Counselling and Psychotherapy, and her work is grounded in the core conditions described by Carl Rogers - empathy, congruence, and unconditional positive regard. Geraldine draws on these principles alongside mindfulness and solution-focused techniques to help people manage emotional challenges and make practical changes in their lives.
She has extensive experience working in higher education, supporting students aged 18 to 25, including postgraduate researchers and taught postgraduate students, with issues such as the stresses of transition, homesickness, study pressures, independence, and financial responsibilities. In addition to student work, Geraldine routinely supports university staff across roles - academics, administrators, cleaners, security and others - offering strategies for workplace stress, boundary setting, and improving day-to-day functioning at work.
Geraldine works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, ADHD, addictions, and LGBT-related issues. She also has experience with autism spectrum conditions and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Her approach is collaborative and tailored to each person, focusing on strengths and identifying blocks that prevent progress. Geraldine aims to provide a warm, professional, and non-judgmental space where people can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and take steps toward a more satisfying life. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, indicating her professional affiliation and adherence to sector standards.
She has extensive experience working in higher education, supporting students aged 18 to 25, including postgraduate researchers and taught postgraduate students, with issues such as the stresses of transition, homesickness, study pressures, independence, and financial responsibilities. In addition to student work, Geraldine routinely supports university staff across roles - academics, administrators, cleaners, security and others - offering strategies for workplace stress, boundary setting, and improving day-to-day functioning at work.
Geraldine works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, ADHD, addictions, and LGBT-related issues. She also has experience with autism spectrum conditions and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Her approach is collaborative and tailored to each person, focusing on strengths and identifying blocks that prevent progress. Geraldine aims to provide a warm, professional, and non-judgmental space where people can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and take steps toward a more satisfying life. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, indicating her professional affiliation and adherence to sector standards.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Geraldine Theobald have?
Geraldine Theobald has 16 years of clinical experience.
Is Geraldine Theobald a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds BACP accreditation. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Geraldine Theobald provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Geraldine Theobald located?
Geraldine is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Geraldine Theobald as my therapist?
Work with Geraldine is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Geraldine Theobald work with international clients?
Yes. Geraldine works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Geraldine Theobald cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with Geraldine. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Client-centered and practical approaches for online support
Geraldine integrates client-centered therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused methods to support people remotely. Client-centered therapy emphasizes a respectful, non-judgmental relationship in which the therapist offers empathy and genuine understanding, helping clients explore their feelings and build self-trust - this approach is useful for issues like low self-esteem, relationship concerns, and life transitions.Mindfulness therapy teaches simple, present-centered practices to help reduce emotional reactivity and to increase awareness of thoughts and bodily sensations; it can be especially helpful for stress, anxiety, and managing day-to-day overwhelm. Solution-focused therapy concentrates on practical steps and strengths-based goals, helping people identify small, achievable changes that move them toward their preferred outcomes.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and Geraldine works collaboratively with each person to find the best fit based on needs, goals, and preferences. Registered professionals, including Geraldine, adapt methods as the work progresses to ensure approaches remain relevant and helpful.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions around study, work, and family life. These options allow people to engage in meaningful therapeutic work from locations that suit them while still receiving consistent, professional support from an experienced therapist.
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