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Gillian Ellis, BACP

Gillian Ellis is a counsellor who has practised in the United Kingdom for 13 years and lists BACP as her professional affiliation.

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About Gillian

Gillian Ellis is a counsellor who has practised in the United Kingdom for 13 years and lists BACP as her professional affiliation. She supports people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and depression. She also works with those affected by trauma, including sexual and domestic abuse, and helps people manage addictions and the fallout of major life changes.

Gillian believes each person knows their story best and brings that perspective into sessions.

Background and approach

She offers a calm, respectful space where people can talk through what feels hard. Her style is straightforward and warm, focusing on practical steps as well as listening. Her approach draws on client-centred principles, which means the conversation is shaped around the person's priorities.

She also uses trauma-focused methods to help people process upsetting experiences safely. Together these approaches aim to make therapy feel relevant and manageable. People come to Gillian for a wide range of concerns, including relationship pain, grief, intimacy issues, parenting stress, career concerns, ADHD and compassion fatigue.

She also addresses codependency, control and commitment worries, guilt and shame, and recovery after assault or domestic violence. Sessions can take different forms to suit individual needs. Gillian helps people explore realistic next steps and build coping strategies they can use day to day.

If someone wants a steady, empathetic counsellor who listens and helps plan practical change, she can be a good fit.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	147940	September 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.

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Focus areas and approaches

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Ways of working Gillian names

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Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Client-centred therapy focuses on listening and following the person's lead. It aims to create a supportive conversation that helps people clarify goals, feel heard and build self-trust. This approach suits issues like low self-esteem, relationship worries and coping with life changes.

Trauma-focused therapy works towards processing distressing events in a paced way. It helps people reduce the hold of painful memories and learn safer ways to manage intense feelings. This can be useful for those dealing with sexual or domestic abuse, grief or long-term anxiety.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The counsellor will discuss options and adapt methods to the person's needs, goals and preferences. Together they decide what feels most helpful and adjust the plan as therapy progresses.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and situations. Video is useful for a face-to-face feel, while phone sessions need less bandwidth and can suit shorter check-ins. Live chat and messaging allow ongoing conversation and quick practical support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to keep therapy going around work, family and travel commitments.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?

Gillian supports people with stress, anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. She also helps with trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy concerns, addictions, grief and career-related stress.

How would you describe the therapy style?

Her style is client-centred and practical. Sessions focus on the person's priorities and on building day-to-day coping skills alongside exploring difficult experiences.

What is her professional background?

She has 13 years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom and significant work supporting people affected by sexual and domestic abuse.

Which credential does she hold and where is she based?

Gillian lists BACP as a credential and practices in the United Kingdom.

Can sessions be held in languages other than English?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available online?

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

How are sessions paid for?

Costs vary by location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with this counsellor?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.