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Louise Gillies, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 10 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with GriefParenting issuesSelf esteem ADHD

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Louise Gillies helps people facing grief, fertility and pregnancy loss, early parenting worries, and the emotional effects of long-term health conditions. She also supports people with ADHD-related struggles such as concentration, focus and memory, plus issues around motivation, self-esteem and confidence. Louise works with a wide range of life changes and relationship stresses that come up during those times.

She takes a calm, patient approach in sessions. Louise aims to create an open space where people can speak honestly about what matters.

Background and approach

Sessions move at the client’s pace and focus on practical steps that feel doable. Louise draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centred Therapy and Mindfulness to help people notice what matters and act in line with their values. She also uses Solution-Focused techniques to set short-term goals and spot what already helps.

These methods are used together to match a person’s needs and preferences. With ten years of experience, Louise brings steady, practical support rather than quick fixes. She listens for each person’s priorities and adapts the work accordingly.

The emphasis is on building confidence and clearer routines for everyday life. Sessions are available online in a range of formats, which can suit different schedules and needs. For people who want to begin, the process starts with a short matching questionnaire and booking a session time that suits them.

How Louise’s approaches translate to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice thoughts and feelings without being overwhelmed by them and then choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for grief, chronic health issues and struggles with motivation. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding from the client’s point of view, giving space to talk through painful experiences and build self-trust. This approach suits people who need time to make sense of big emotional events.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Louise will discuss what matters to the client and try methods that fit their goals and preferences. She adapts techniques as the relationship develops so the focus stays practical and relevant.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video is good when visual connection helps the conversation. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit around short breaks. Live chat and messaging suit quick check-ins, written reflection or days when typing is easier than speaking. These options make it easier to fit therapy into daily life and to keep continuity across weeks.

What issues does Louise specialise in?

She supports people dealing with grief, fertility and pregnancy loss, early parenting concerns, chronic health conditions and ADHD-related problems with focus and memory.

What is her style of therapy?

Louise offers a calm, patient and practical approach. She listens closely and works at a pace the client finds manageable.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Louise has ten years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and life transition issues.

What credentials and where is she based?

She holds BACP registration and practises from the United Kingdom.

Are sessions offered in any other languages?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the UK work with her?

She accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

Louise sees clients by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different practical needs.

How do I begin working with her and what are the costs?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a session. Cost varies by location and uses a cancellable subscription model.

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Grief
Parenting issues
Self esteem

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Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 10 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

Contacting Louise

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Louise Gillies, BACP

Background and approach

How Louise’s approaches translate to online therapy

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with grief