Gillian Smith
Person-centred support with lived insight
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About
Gillian Smith is credentialed in the United Kingdom and has four years of professional counselling experience. She practises person-centred therapy, focusing on each person’s individual feelings and experiences so they are heard with compassion and without judgment. She prioritises relationships built on trust and mutual respect to provide a safe, supportive space for exploring thoughts and emotions.
She brings over two decades of professional experience empowering children, young people, and adults, helping them find their voices and discover solutions to support and sustain mental well-being. That extensive background informs how she works alongside clients to identify practical ways forward.
Gillian’s move into counselling was informed by personal experience of childhood trauma, high anxiety at work, overwhelm, grief, and depression. She retrained in 2019 and gained an Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling so she could apply her skills more effectively in a therapeutic role.
Drawing on both her professional history and lived experience, Gillian offers ethical, tailored support for people feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges - whether managing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, or difficult relationships. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling life takes courage, and she welcomes the opportunity to support individuals through that process.
- Location:
- United Kingdom, United Kingdom
- Years Experience:
- 4
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Depression, Grief, Self esteem, Stress, Anxiety
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, ADHD, Anger, Attachment issues, Career, Communication problems, Coping with life changes, Family, Guilt and shame, Relationship, Relationship, Self-love, Trauma and abuse
Therapeutic approach:Client-Centered Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials:
- NPI Number:
- License: BACP #391067 exp 2026-05-28 • NCPS #NCS18-06667 exp 2026-05-15
Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?
Many people wonder whether remote therapy truly makes a difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.
A major advantage is the flexibility it provides - clients can connect in the way that feels most comfortable, whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging. That flexibility can make it simpler to fit therapy into everyday life.
Therapists offering online sessions are licensed professionals, and if a different therapeutic fit is needed it is possible to switch practitioners at any time.
How much experience does Gillian Smith have?
Gillian Smith has 4 years of experience in providing therapy services.
In which languages does Gillian Smith provide therapy?
Gillian Smith provides therapy in English.
Where is Gillian Smith located?
Gillian Smith is located in United Kingdom.
How can I work with Gillian Smith as my therapist?
Therapy with Gillian Smith is available via Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.
How much does therapy with Gillian Smith cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as a person’s location and Gillian Smith’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled 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?
To get started, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with Gillian Smith. Depending on availability, a first session can then be scheduled, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.