Gerard Quinn, BACP

Person-centred counsellor for courageous living

Client-centred approach
Supports LGBT clients
Works with international clients

About Gerard Quinn

Gerard Quinn is a fully qualified Person Centred Counsellor who chooses this work because he has seen how many people struggle with feelings of loneliness, worthlessness, anxiety and disconnection. He brings a calm, empathetic presence and a lived understanding of personal struggle, combining that background with professional training to guide others toward greater authenticity and self-worth. Gerard believes many people need a nonjudgmental listener and practical skills to transform fear and sadness into courage and hope.

He trained as a Person Centred Counsellor and is registered with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which recognises those who meet professional standards in counselling and psychotherapy. Over his practice he has supported people through a wide range of concerns, helping them develop resilience, self-awareness and day-to-day coping strategies. Gerard frames his work around respect, empathy and collaboration, aiming to help each person live with more pride and authenticity.

Gerard draws on his own experiences to inform a compassionate approach and measures success by meaningful change in the lives of those he works with. Please note that Gerard Quinn is not currently accepting new clients.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety LGBT Trauma and abuse Grief Depression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Gerard Quinn have?

Gerard Quinn has 4 years of experience working as a therapist.

Is Gerard Quinn a registered therapist?

Yes. Gerard Quinn holds the BACP credential. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. Registration details are not provided.

In which languages does Gerard Quinn provide therapy?

Gerard Quinn provides therapy in English.

Where is Gerard Quinn located?

Gerard Quinn is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Gerard Quinn as my therapist?

Sessions with Gerard Quinn are delivered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Please note that Gerard Quinn is not currently accepting new clients.

Does Gerard Quinn work with international clients?

Yes, Gerard Quinn works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Gerard Quinn 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. Please note that Gerard Quinn is not currently accepting new clients.

Client-Centred Care and Online Sessions

Gerard Quinn practices from a client-centred perspective, which focuses on providing an empathic, nonjudgmental space where the client leads the pace and direction of therapy. This approach helps people exploring identity, relationship challenges, grief and life transitions by emphasising acceptance, active listening and the client’s own capacity for growth.

Gerard also works from the person-centred tradition as a qualified counsellor, offering a supportive environment that encourages self-awareness and practical coping strategies for anxiety, stress, trauma and low self-esteem. Sessions aim to build confidence and authentic living rather than imposing a therapist-led agenda.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Gerard collaborates with each person to identify the methods and goals that best fit their needs, preferences and life circumstances, and adapts the work as progress unfolds.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging offers practical flexibility for scheduling and accessibility across locations. These options make it easier for busy people, those who travel, and clients living outside the therapist’s immediate area to engage consistently with a registered professional and continue meaningful therapeutic work.

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