Gillian Smith, BACP, NCPS
- Person centred care
- Psychodynamic insight
- Support through grief
About Gillian Smith
Gillian brings four years of professional counselling experience alongside more than two decades of wider professional work empowering children, young people and adults. That background informs a calm, empathetic style that prioritises being heard, understood and treated without judgement. She focuses on building trust and mutual respect so clients can explore difficult feelings and discover practical ways to feel more resilient.
Her own experiences with childhood trauma, workplace anxiety, overwhelm, grief and depression shaped a commitment to accessible, compassionate care. Gillian tailors dialogue and treatment plans to each person, helping them address immediate worries and longer standing patterns that affect relationships, self-worth and daily functioning. She frames change as a collaborative process and treats the first step toward a fuller life as an act of courage.
Gillian works with children, young people and adults and aims to create a supportive space where people can find their voice, develop coping strategies and work toward greater emotional well-being.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Gillian Smith have?
Gillian Smith has 4 years of professional counselling experience.
Is Gillian Smith a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds these credentials: BACP, NCPS.
In which languages does Gillian Smith provide therapy?
Gillian Smith provides therapy in English.
Where is Gillian Smith located?
Gillian Smith is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Gillian Smith as my therapist?
You can work with Gillian Smith through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Gillian Smith work with international clients?
Gillian Smith does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Gillian Smith 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.
Person-Centred and Psychodynamic Approaches for Online Care
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the individual’s experience and aims to create an empathetic, non-judgemental space where people feel heard. It helps with issues like anxiety, low self-esteem, grief and the emotional fallout of life changes by prioritising understanding and the client’s own capacity for growth.Psychodynamic Therapy explores the influence of past relationships, attachment patterns and recurring emotional themes. This approach can be helpful for people wanting to understand why certain feelings or behaviours repeat, and to work through underlying issues related to trauma, loss or relationship difficulties.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and Gillian works collaboratively with each person to identify methods that match their needs, goals and preferences. Together they review what feels most helpful and adjust the plan as therapy progresses.
Online sessions - by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging - offer practical flexibility for busy lives and for those who prefer remote access. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, family and other commitments while maintaining regular contact with a registered professional. The format supports continuity of care and allows therapists to use the same core approaches adaptively across different communication styles.