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Gareth Harris, BACP

Gareth Harris is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom.

About Gareth

Gareth Harris is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom. He offers short- and longer-term talking therapy for stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief and coping with life changes. Gareth aims to create a calm space where people can talk about what is worrying them and start to make sense of difficult feelings.

He uses a psychodynamic approach and other evidence-based therapeutic techniques to look at patterns in feelings and behaviour.

Background and approach

Sessions are conversational and grounded in the client’s experience. Gareth may ask questions to help people reflect and to build a clearer picture of their situation. Gareth has a Master’s in psychodynamic psychotherapy from the University of Essex and lists registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.

He also completed shorter courses on children’s well-being and autism which inform his work. Alongside his practice he volunteers with the Road Victims Trust, supporting people affected by grief and trauma. That work feeds into his understanding of how loss and distress can connect with other issues.

People who choose Gareth can expect a steady, respectful style and practical discussion about how to manage day-to-day strain. He helps clients notice patterns, try new ways of coping, and set achievable steps towards feeling better.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	403652	October 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

Cost Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.

Focus areas and approaches

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Approaches that guide online work

Psychodynamic work looks at recurring feelings and relationship patterns that turn up in day-to-day life. It helps people understand why they react in certain ways and how past experiences can shape present responses. Evidence-based therapeutic techniques are used alongside this to teach practical skills for managing symptoms such as anxiety or low mood, for example breathing or grounding methods and structured ways of thinking about problems.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. Gareth discusses goals and preferences with each person and adjusts the balance of reflective work and practical skills as they go. This collaborative way of working helps people try out approaches that feel most useful for them.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, which gives flexibility for different situations. Video calls enable face-to-face conversation; phone sessions suit people who prefer not to be on camera or who have limited bandwidth. Live chat and messaging can work well for brief check-ins, ongoing notes between sessions, or when someone prefers writing to talking. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family life or travel while keeping focus on the therapeutic goals.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Gareth specialise in?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief and coping with life changes, plus a range of related concerns such as abandonment, communication problems and eating issues.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

Sessions are conversational and reflective. Gareth draws on psychodynamic ideas and other evidence-based techniques to help people notice patterns and try different ways of coping.

What experience does he have?

Gareth has three years of professional counselling experience and volunteers with the Road Victims Trust, where he supports people affected by grief and trauma.

What credentials and location are listed?

He holds a Master’s in psychodynamic psychotherapy from the University of Essex and lists BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. He practises from the United Kingdom.

Can sessions be held in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English and Gareth accepts clients internationally.

What formats are available for sessions?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How do costs and payments work?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to the therapist’s availability.