- Integrative approach
- BACP credential
- Sleep and rest focus
About Gemma
Gemma Lillington is a counsellor with five years' experience offering a calm and welcoming space for people to talk through difficult feelings. She meets individuals dealing with anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship issues and life changes. Gemma also supports people facing grief, trauma, addictions, eating concerns, anger and sleep problems, and she works with clients who are exploring questions around intimacy, self-esteem, career and ADHD. She is registered with the BACP, which is listed as her credential.
Gemma uses an integrative approach and adapts sessions to each person's needs. She draws on Client-Centred Therapy to prioritise the client's perspective and build a trusting working relationship. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy elements are used to identify thinking and behaviour patterns and try practical ways to shift them. Mindfulness techniques may be introduced to help people manage stress and notice thoughts and feelings without getting swept up in them.
Sessions are paced to suit the individual, with a balance of talking, reflection and hands-on strategies. Gemma aims to help people develop insight and everyday tools for coping when things feel overwhelming. She emphasises practical steps as well as understanding where patterns come from.
People sometimes come for short-term support to handle a specific problem and sometimes for longer work to address deeper issues. Gemma believes therapy should feel collaborative and change is approached in realistic stages.
Her practice is based in the United Kingdom and she works in English. If you are unsure whether she is the right counsellor for your concerns, it is possible to start with the initial matching steps on the site to check fit before scheduling.
Approaches that suit online and in-person work
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person in front of the counsellor and aims to create a respectful, non-judgemental relationship. It helps when someone needs a space to make sense of feelings and be heard. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions interact and offers practical steps to change unhelpful patterns; it is often used for anxiety, low mood and sleep difficulties. Mindfulness Therapy teaches ways to notice thoughts and bodily sensations with less reactivity, which can ease stress and support better rest. Choosing the best approach is a team effort. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and adapt methods as therapy progresses. That means sessions can combine listening, reflective exploration and practical exercises based on what feels most useful. Confirm which session delivery options are available before booking, as the biography does not specify formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work or family life, reduce travel time and allow follow-up check-ins that are quicker to schedule. For some people, brief phone calls or shorter video check-ins work well when time is limited or when they prefer not to be on camera. Registered or accredited professionals often use these flexible options to help therapy fit into day-to-day routines without promising a particular outcome.Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems can I bring to sessions?
Gemma works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulty, grief, trauma, addictions, eating and sleep problems, anger, career matters and ADHD-related issues.
How would she work with me in therapy?
She uses an integrative, client-centred style that combines talking, reflection and practical tools. Techniques may include cognitive behaviour approaches and mindfulness to help manage thoughts and feelings.
What is her background and experience?
Gemma has five years' experience working as a counsellor. Her practice focuses on helping people build insight and practical coping strategies.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is listed with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current options on the booking pages before arranging a session.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.