Gemma Castle

• Stress and anxiety
• Trauma and abuse
• Self esteem

About Gemma

Gemma Castle works on stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression using a relaxed, patient approach that treats the client as the expert of their own story. She is registered with NCPS and has three years of professional experience in the United Kingdom.

Gemma focuses on listening and helping people identify the strengths they already have. Sessions tend to be conversational and steady, offering time to talk through what feels difficult. She aims to help clients build confidence, increase motivation and manage anxiety without rushing the process.

Her work includes support for a range of related issues such as body image, communication problems, codependency and eating or food-related concerns. She also has experience with attachment issues, dissociation and personality-related concerns like avoidant or dependent patterns.

Gemma has supported people dealing with the stresses of ageing and geriatric issues and with the complexities of blended family lives. She explains ideas in plain language and helps people try practical steps between sessions when appropriate.

Sessions are offered in English and she practises within the United Kingdom. Gemma uses a patient manner and aims to help people make manageable changes over time. To begin, clients are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session.

How Gemma approaches online counselling and techniques

Gemma describes her work as evidence-based therapeutic techniques delivered through a patient, conversational style. Generally this means explaining a method, trying it together in session and practising simple steps between sessions to build skills and confidence.

Two common evidence-based approaches used in similar practice are cognitive behavioural techniques and trauma-informed talking methods. Cognitive behavioural techniques focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying small behaviour experiments to reduce anxiety and improve mood. Trauma-informed talking methods focus on pacing, grounding and helping a person feel more able to reflect on past events without being overwhelmed.

Finding the right fit is part of the work. Gemma will discuss different techniques and decide together which approaches match the client's needs, goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made as therapy progresses.

Session-format details are not listed in the biography, so please confirm available options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals including therapists often use these practical benefits to help people maintain regular appointments and make steady progress.

Topics Gemma lists

• Stress and anxiety
• Relationship issues
• Trauma and abuse
• Self-esteem
• Depression
• Aging and geriatric issues
• Antisocial personality
• Attachment issues
• Autism and Asperger Syndrome
• Avoidant personality
• Blended family issues
• Body image
• Codependency
• Commitment issues
• Communication problems
• Control issues
• Dependent personality
• Dissociation
• Eating and food-related issues
• Emptiness
• Family problems
• Forgiveness
• Guilt and shame
• Hoarding
• Isolation and loneliness
• Jealousy
• Life purpose
• Mood disorders
• Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
• Panic disorder and panic attacks
• Personality disorders
• Phobias
• Post-traumatic stress
• Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
• Self-harm
• Self-love
• Sexual dysfunction
• Sexuality
• Social anxiety and phobia
• Women's issues
• Workplace issues
• Young adult issues

Questions about Gemma

Does she help with anxiety and stress?

Yes. She works with people to manage anxiety and everyday stress through steady, conversational sessions.

What kind of counselling does she offer?

She offers a relaxed, patient approach that treats the client as the expert of their story and focuses on practical steps and reflection.

How much experience does she have?

She has three years of professional work experience in the United Kingdom.

Is she qualified to practise in the UK?

She is credentialed with NCPS, as stated in her profile.

Can I work with her if I live abroad?

International clients are not currently accepted; she practises within the United Kingdom and offers sessions in English.

What session formats does she provide?

Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.

How much do sessions cost?

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

How do I get started with her counselling?

Click the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule your first session.