Gemma Louise Alabi, BACP
Calm, practical support for stressed parents
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- 6
- Registration
- BACP
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Depression
About Gemma
Gemma Louise Alabi is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief and parenting challenges. She also supports people coping with trauma, eating concerns, low self-esteem and ADHD. Gemma works in a warm, non-judgemental way so clients can speak honestly about their worries and goals.
Her practical style focuses on listening first and then finding clear, manageable steps forward. Sessions are conversational and aim to make difficult feelings easier to understand.
Background and approach
Gemma encourages realistic goals and small changes that fit everyday life. Gemma uses techniques from Client-Centred Therapy to build trust and help clients feel heard. She also draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to spot unhelpful thoughts and try different responses.
Mindfulness and solution-focused ideas are woven in when they suit the person’s needs. She has six years of professional experience and holds BACP registration, which is a UK counselling body. Gemma practises from the United Kingdom and runs sessions online by video or phone, plus live chat and text-based messaging.
People usually begin by describing their current struggles and what they hope to change. Gemma then works collaboratively to set goals and check progress. Her approach is steady, down-to-earth and aimed at helping people regain a sense of control and calmer daily routines.
What Gemma works with
Everything Gemma lists, in their own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Gemma helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Depression
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Eating disorders
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Avoidant personality
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Immigration issues
- Life purpose
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Postpartum depression
- Post-traumatic stress
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Women's issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Gemma lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Approaches that shape online sessions
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding. The therapist offers non-judgemental attention so people can speak openly and feel accepted. This approach helps when someone needs to untangle strong feelings or regain trust in their own decisions.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It uses clear steps and simple exercises to challenge unhelpful thinking and try different behaviours, which can be useful for anxiety, low mood and some parenting stresses.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Gemma will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs and preferences. Plans are adjusted as progress is made, and the therapist checks in regularly to see what helps.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video calls let people use visual cues and a fuller conversation. Phone sessions can work well when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging allow ongoing reflection and shorter, more flexible exchanges during busy weeks. These options make it easier to attend from different locations, manage time around work or childcare, and keep momentum between scheduled appointments.
Questions people ask about Gemma
What concerns does Gemma commonly help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, eating issues, parenting challenges, self-esteem and ADHD among other related concerns.
How would you describe her approach in sessions?
Her style is conversational and practical, starting with careful listening and then working towards achievable steps. She uses client-centred listening alongside CBT, mindfulness and solution-focused ideas.
What is her professional background?
Gemma has six years of professional experience supporting people with emotional and practical difficulties. She aims to help clients set realistic goals and track small changes.
What credentials and location are listed for Gemma?
She holds BACP registration and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK book sessions?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are provided to people within the therapist's service area.
What session formats are available?
Gemma offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to give flexibility in how people choose to meet.
How does the cost and booking work?
Cost varies with location and the subscription model used; the subscription can be cancelled at any time. To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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