Hello, I'm Gillian. I've worked in mental health for over 20 years, the last 8 as a counsellor and clinical supervisor.
I specialise in working in self belief including narratives created in childhood, understanding messaging we may have received from caregivers and how that affects how we live now. I also work in relationships including family dynamics, divorce, affairs, marriage, conflict with family or friendship groups, break ups, communication, attachment styles etc. I work with individuals only - I do not offer couples therapy.
You'll find me warm, open, flexible, relaxed and completely non-judgemental. My main aim is to create an accepting space where we can explore anything you wish to share.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Self-love, Sexuality, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy
NCPS Therapist - Accredited Member (MNCPS Accred) #NCS15-02705
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Gillian McGowan. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Gillian is an amazing listener and although we've only had two sessions so far she makes me feel at ease and I feel free and confident to share with her anything that's on my mind. Would highly recommend her.
Written on Feb 04, 2026 after therapy with Gillian for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Considerate therapist and very understanding
Written on Jan 29, 2026 after therapy with Gillian for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Gillian has been truly amazing. From our first session I felt very comfortable to talk about all things and felt it was a safe and supportive space.
Gillian has really helped my confidence and I've come away from every session feeling lighter. I felt we shared experiences, laughed, cried and dispaired together which is just what I needed.
My life has changed following therapy with Gillian, I now understand myself better - how my experiences have shaped me, my strengths and who I am. This has started me on an exciting new journey!
I highly recommend Gillian and really encourage you to sign up, it could be the best thing you ever do!
Written on Oct 01, 2025 after therapy with Gillian for 2 months on issues concerning family conflicts, and self esteem
Gillian is a fantastic therapist. She is so understanding, helps me work through my thoughts / past experiences, and helps me find different perspectives I hadn't been able to see before. Gillian also gives useful practical advice, which has helped me manage my anxiety much more successfully. She is very professional, while also being down to earth and easy to talk to.
Written on Jun 25, 2025 after therapy with Gillian for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
She’s amazing couldn’t ask for a better therapist, she’s straight to the point which i like and she makes me look at things in a different light, couldn’t be more greatful.
Written on May 21, 2025 after therapy with Gillian for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and compassion fatigue
Gillian is an amazing therapist. She remembers every detail, she is kind & caring and has opened my eyes to a lot of things whilst dealing with difficult situations. I hope everyone can have a therapist that makes you feel so comfortable!
Written on Mar 28, 2025 after therapy with Gillian for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
