Gillian McGowan, NCPS
- Relationship and family therapy
- Trauma and grief support
- Flexible online sessions
About Gillian McGowan
Gillian works with individuals only and does not offer couples therapy. She is known for a warm, open, flexible and relaxed approach, creating a non-judgemental, accepting space where clients can bring whatever they wish to explore. Her practice addresses a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy concerns, parenting challenges, self-esteem and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include blended family issues, caregiver stress, codependency, commitment concerns, jealousy and forgiveness.
Gillian holds NCPS, a recognised professional counselling credential, and she draws on her combined clinical and supervisory experience to support people through practical coping strategies and deeper personal exploration. Her aim is to collaborate with each person to identify meaningful steps toward greater well-being.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Gillian McGowan have?
Gillian has eight years of experience as a counsellor and clinical supervisor. She has also worked in mental health for over 20 years in total.
Is Gillian McGowan a registered therapist?
Yes. Gillian holds the NCPS credential. Registration details are not provided here.
In which languages does Gillian McGowan provide therapy?
Gillian provides therapy in English.
Where is Gillian McGowan located?
Gillian is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Gillian McGowan as my therapist?
You can work with Gillian through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Gillian McGowan work with international clients?
No. Gillian does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Gillian McGowan cost?
Costs 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 pricing and 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 your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Client-Centered Care and Online Support
Client-Centered Therapy is at the heart of Gillian's practice. This approach focuses on creating a respectful, non-judgemental space in which the client leads the pace and direction of therapy while the therapist offers empathic listening and reflective feedback. It is helpful for issues related to self-esteem, relationship patterns, attachment concerns and processing life changes.
Alongside client-centered work, Gillian draws on her experience as a clinical supervisor to offer a reflective and collaborative therapeutic stance. That means she combines practical guidance with thoughtful exploration, helping clients make sense of family narratives, communication patterns and responses to stress or trauma.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Gillian works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods and pacing best match their needs, goals and preferences. She supports clients in choosing a path that feels right and adjusts the approach as the work unfolds.
Online therapy provides practical benefits for this style of work. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging allow for flexibility around work, family and caregiving commitments and make ongoing support easier to maintain. For many people, these options increase access to consistent, focused therapy with a registered professional regardless of location.