Rebecca Gilmour, BACP

Rebecca uses a pluralistic approach, drawing on a small set of evidence-based techniques and adapting them to each person. One approach focuses on practical coping skills - identifying unhelpful patterns and practising new responses to reduce anxiety and manage stress. This is useful for everyday worries, work pressure and emotion regulation.

Another approach emphasises talking through past experiences and their current impact. It helps people understand patterns in relationships, process grief or trauma, and rebuild a sense of self. These methods aim to create clearer thinking and steadier emotional responses rather than quick fixes.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods suit their goals and preferences. Sessions include regular reviews so the plan can be changed if something is not helpful.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls let people use visual cues and establish rapport similar to face-to-face meetings. Phone sessions work well when someone needs a shorter check-in or has limited bandwidth. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for ongoing reflection, quick support between sessions, or when typing feels easier than speaking. Overall, these formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and maintain continuity of care.