I am credentialed in the UK with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse. I work from a Pluralistic/Integrative style of therapy, which means working with people collaboratively to find the best solutions that works for them. Therapy can be short term or long term depending on clients personal challenges to overcome. I like the people I work with to be part of the therapeutic process as we strive for change together. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Additional areas of focus: Family conflicts, Grief, Eating disorders, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Body image, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Men's issues, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #405101
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Gerry listens and encourages so you feel you are in control of your own choices situations. You must be able to decide how you deal with your own issues or situations.
Written on Nov 12, 2025 after therapy with Gerry for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and adhd
Gerry is a great therapist, really listens and understands and offers amazing insight. I have achieved a lot with just a few sessions which I owe to the quality of the sessions Gerry offers. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him.
Written on Sep 03, 2025 after therapy with Gerry for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Gerry is an extraordinary therapist — approachable, humble, and always making sure I feel comfortable during our sessions. He understands my thoughts so well and often puts his finger right on what I’m trying to express, even when my ideas are tangled up in emotion. He helps me focus on what truly matters and works with me to find solutions, often offering a new perspective that brings clarity.
He also shares stories and anecdotes I can relate to, which either help me see things differently or simply reassure me that I’m not alone in what I’m experiencing. And the cherry on top: he brings a great sense of humour to it all.
He’s incredible, and after eight months of working together, I can genuinely say he’s been a huge help.
Written on May 06, 2025 after therapy with Gerry for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and self esteem
Gerry has been incredibly helpful, respectful and understanding throughout all of my sessions. There isn't once where I've felt like he's ignored or brushed past any feelings or concerns I've had. I indeed trust him very much and am very glad to have had his help and expertise throughout my recent months.
Written on Apr 09, 2025 after therapy with Gerry for 10 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
I've only had 2 sessions so far. I feel optimistic to follow on with my therapy sessions with my counsellor.
Written on Feb 07, 2025 after therapy with Gerry for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Gerry has been an incredible help to me during this journey of self awareness. Completely unbiased and supportive throughout. I cannot thank him enough for everything that he has done for me and in turn, my family
Written on Jan 09, 2025 after therapy with Gerry for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes