Gina Zyla, BACP
Compassionate therapist specialising in trauma and relationships
- Trauma informed care
- Relationship support
- Anxiety and depression
About Gina Zyla
Gina Zyla is a United Kingdom-based therapist who combines practical training and a compassionate approach to support people through difficult life experiences. She brings 14 years of professional experience to her practice, specialising in areas such as trauma and abuse, grief, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, self-esteem, stress, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting and intimacy-related issues. She also works with concerns related to attachment and abandonment, caregiving stress, chronic illness, body image, addiction, and other life changes that can affect emotional wellbeing.
Gina works from a blend of therapeutic approaches, drawing on client-centered methods to create a collaborative, nonjudgemental space, cognitive behavioral strategies to help recognise and shift unhelpful thinking and patterns, and trauma-focused techniques to carefully address the effects of past harm. She also integrates existential and psychodynamic perspectives when useful, and employs creative tools such as art therapy and inner child work to help clients access emotions and build resilience.
Her training includes a BACP Certificate of Proficiency - indicating recognised standards with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (Level 5), a Diploma in Counselling Skills (Level 3) and a Certificate in Counselling Skills (Level 2). These qualifications reflect focused study and practical skill development in counselling and therapeutic practice. Gina offers therapy in English and is experienced in working with international clients, tailoring each approach to the individual needs and pace of the person she is supporting.
Gina works from a blend of therapeutic approaches, drawing on client-centered methods to create a collaborative, nonjudgemental space, cognitive behavioral strategies to help recognise and shift unhelpful thinking and patterns, and trauma-focused techniques to carefully address the effects of past harm. She also integrates existential and psychodynamic perspectives when useful, and employs creative tools such as art therapy and inner child work to help clients access emotions and build resilience.
Her training includes a BACP Certificate of Proficiency - indicating recognised standards with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (Level 5), a Diploma in Counselling Skills (Level 3) and a Certificate in Counselling Skills (Level 2). These qualifications reflect focused study and practical skill development in counselling and therapeutic practice. Gina offers therapy in English and is experienced in working with international clients, tailoring each approach to the individual needs and pace of the person she is supporting.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Gina Zyla have?
Gina Zyla has 14 years of professional experience working in therapeutic settings.
Is Gina Zyla a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds BACP credentials - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which indicates recognised training and professional standards.
In which languages does Gina Zyla provide therapy?
Gina provides therapy in English.
Where is Gina Zyla located?
Gina is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Gina Zyla as my therapist?
You can work with Gina through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Gina Zyla work with international clients?
Yes, Gina works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Gina Zyla 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 online support
Gina uses client-centered therapy to build a warm, accepting relationship where the client leads the pace and focus of sessions - this approach helps people who need a supportive space to explore feelings, identity and goals. She also employs cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help identify and adjust patterns of thinking and behaviour that contribute to anxiety, depression and stress, offering practical strategies to manage symptoms and improve daily functioning. Trauma-focused therapy is another key part of her work, providing structured methods to process traumatic experiences and develop coping skills when past events continue to affect present life.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Gina works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods suit their needs, goals and preferences, adapting techniques over time as progress is made and circumstances change.
Online therapy with Gina is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for people with busy schedules or who are located outside her region. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home or while travelling, and select the mode of communication that feels most comfortable for the individual.