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Gemma Castle, NCPS

Credentials: NCPS
Experience: 3 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

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Gemma Castle supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. She aims to make the first step feel manageable and offers calm, patient support as people begin to talk about what’s weighing on them. Gemma treats each person as the expert on their own life.

She looks for strengths to build on and helps clients try practical steps between sessions. Conversations are relaxed and paced to match what the client needs in the moment.

Background and approach

Her work emphasises straightforward, evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the issue at hand. Gemma uses short-term ways of working when helpful, and she is also open to longer conversations for more complex concerns. She keeps sessions focused on achieving changes that matter day to day.

With three years of professional experience in the United Kingdom, Gemma has supported people across a range of difficulties including body image, eating and food-related concerns, attachment or personality-related struggles, dissociation and feelings of emptiness. She also has experience with ageing and geriatric issues and blended family dynamics from an individual perspective.

People can expect a warm, non-judgemental space to talk, where the pace is set by the client. Gemma encourages practical experiments and clearer communication skills so that progress can be seen between sessions.

Practical approaches and online options

Gemma draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear steps and problem solving. One common approach she uses involves working on thinking and behaviour patterns to reduce anxiety and low mood; this helps people test small changes that can improve day-to-day functioning. Another approach focuses on processing distressing experiences in a paced way so memories and reactions feel less overwhelming and more manageable.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Gemma collaborates with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals, needs and preferences, and she adapts methods as progress is made. Clients take an active role in choosing what to try and reflect on what helps between sessions.

Online therapy with Gemma is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation across distance. Phone sessions can be useful when bandwidth is limited or a quieter check-in is preferred. Live chat and messaging let people message in shorter bursts or keep a written record of thoughts between appointments. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family life and other commitments.

What concerns does Gemma commonly help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression, alongside related issues such as body image and eating concerns.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Gemma uses a relaxed and patient approach that focuses on the client’s strengths and practical steps. Sessions are paced to match what the person needs right now.

How much experience does she have?

Gemma has three years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom.

What credentials and region are associated with this counsellor?

She holds NCPS as a credential and practises from the United Kingdom.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Work can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging depending on preference.

How does cost work for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

What should I do to begin working with Gemma?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session based on the therapist’s listed availability.

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse

Also listed

Experience: 3 years
Registered with: NCPS
Languages: English

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Gemma Castle, NCPS

Background and approach

Practical approaches and online options

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety