- Years in practice
- 13
- Registration
- BACP
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Trauma and abuse
- Focus
- Self esteem
About Gillian
Gillian Ellis is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with thirteen years of experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, depression and trauma-related problems, and often supports people facing parenting struggles. She believes people know their own stories and brings that belief into every session.
Gillian works in a straightforward, respectful way. She listens first and follows the person’s pace. Sessions aim to build on strengths and practical skills rather than rely on jargon or lengthy theory.
Background and approach
Her background includes many years supporting people affected by sexual assault and domestic violence. That experience shapes how she approaches trauma and safety in conversations. Gillian uses plain language and steady support when discussing difficult memories or current worries.
She draws on client-centred approaches to help people feel heard, seen and understood. She also uses trauma-focused work when memories or events are causing ongoing distress. Together these approaches guide how she helps people manage symptoms and make practical changes.
Gillian offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to fit different needs. If someone is unsure how to begin, she encourages a short matching questionnaire and a simple scheduling step to get started.
What Gillian works with
Everything Gillian lists, in their own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Gillian helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Guilt and shame
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
Approaches Gillian lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
How client-centred and trauma-focused work transfer online
Gillian uses client-centred work to centre the person’s own views and strengths. This approach means the therapist listens closely, reflects what they hear and helps the person set goals that feel right. It suits issues like low self-esteem, life changes and ongoing stress.She also uses trauma-focused therapy when past events continue to cause distress. That work looks at the impact of traumatic experiences and uses paced conversations and practical tools to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. It can help with trauma, abuse, anxiety and related struggles.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will talk with the person about their needs, goals and preferences and then agree a way forward together. That collaborative step helps make sessions relevant and realistic for home life or parenting responsibilities.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls are useful for deeper conversations when visual contact helps. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can be easier during a short break. Messaging and chat work well for brief check-ins or people who prefer written communication. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, childcare and other commitments.
Questions people ask about Gillian
What concerns does she help with?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression and trauma. Other areas include parenting, grief, relationship and intimacy-related issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is client-centred and pragmatic. She listens first, follows the person’s pace and helps build practical coping skills.
What experience does she bring?
She has thirteen years of professional experience and significant work with sexual assault and domestic violence survivors.
What professional credentials and location are listed?
She holds BACP and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered online?
Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.
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