Gail Gill, BACP

Gail Gill is an eclectic counsellor who draws on a blend of humanistic, psychodynamic and cognitive approaches to support people in making meaningful changes in their lives. She trained from 1990 onward at a range of local institutions, including Gloucestershire Counselling Service, Bristol University, Gloscat and the Royal Forest of Dean College, and has completed a Certificate in Therapeutic Counselling, an Advanced Certificate in Therapeutic Counselling and a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.

Gail's practice is rooted in the belief that individuals can often find their own answers when given space, insight and skilled support. She works collaboratively to help clients explore the reasons behind their patterns of thinking and behaviour and to identify practical steps toward change, respecting each person's capacity to make their own decisions.

Her background includes counselling roles for the Gloucestershire Association for Mental Health, the Terrence Higgins Trust, Gloucestershire County Council, a variety of private organisations and many individual clients. To maintain professional standards and support her clinical work, she engages in regular supervision and personal counselling in line with BACP requirements - BACP standing for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Gail emphasises a supportive, non-directive stance in therapy. She does not act on clients' behalf or give directive advice; instead she focuses on facilitating greater self-understanding and helping clients take more control over their lives.