Hello and a warm welcome,
Do you find yourself pulling away from people just as things start to feel close? Do you carry a quiet sense of shame you can't quite name, or feel disconnected from others, or from yourself, even when life looks fine on the surface? If relationships feel like they take more out of you than they give back, or anxiety shows up as a constant hum you've learned to live with, you're not broken, and you're not alone. These patterns almost always make sense once we understand where they came from.
My name is Gemma, and I'm a BACP-registered integrative counsellor specialising in attachment and relational trauma. I work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, shame, and disconnection, often rooted in early relational wounds that still shape how safe you feel with others and in your own body today.
If this resonates, I'd love to hear from you. Reach out for a free initial conversation, no obligation, to see if I'm the right counsellor for you.
I'm an integrative, attachment-focused, trauma-informed counsellor. Rather than applying one fixed method, I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches and tailor them to you, paying close attention to your relational patterns, the defences that once protected you, and the connection between mind and body, which is central to real, lasting change.
At the heart of our work is the relationship between us. I hold that space with empathy, warmth, and consistency, so you can show up exactly as you are, not as who you think you need to be. From there, we make sense of your past together, understand how it shapes the way you relate to the world now, and start shifting you out of survival mode and toward a life with more meaning, connection, and joy.
The relationship is central to my practice, which is why I offer a free 20-minute chat to potential clients. This initial conversation allows us to explore if I am the right counsellor for you. If you decide to continue, we can schedule your first session, providing another opportunity for you to get to know me.
I encourage you to speak with several counsellors to ensure you find the right person for your therapeutic journey. Your well-being is the priority, and finding the right support is essential.
Becoming a counsellor has been rooted in my own personal experiences, and the journey I took continues to shape how I work today. These aren't just principles I hold professionally, they're ones I continue to carry in my own life.
I began my career supporting families affected by domestic abuse and mental health difficulties, then trained and worked as a counsellor with Mind. I now run a private practice in Wimbledon (SW19) and Clapham (SW4), offering both short and long-term therapy for adults 18+, in person or online — wherever you're based.
There is current availability for in-person and online sessions.
If this resonates, I'd love to hear from you. Reach out for a free initial conversation, no obligation, to see if I'm the right counsellor for you.
Complimentary intro call (approx. 20 minutes)
£70 per session (50 minutes) — same rate from your first session onwards
I work Monday to Friday
I have slots ranging from 10 am to 8 pm.
There is current availability for in-person and online sessions.
