Gayle Johnston , BACP

Gayle Johnston is a counsellor who uses a humanistic, client-centred approach to help people feel heard and understood. She works with adults on common concerns such as stress, anxiety, grief and self-esteem. Gayle draws on three years of practice in the United Kingdom and holds BACP registration, which is noted as a professional credential.

In sessions she offers a calm, reflective space to talk through painful events and everyday pressures. Conversations move at the client's pace so difficult feelings can be named without being rushed. This approach suits people coping with major life changes as well as ongoing worries and low mood.

Many people bring experiences of trauma, attachment difficulties or family problems. Gayle also supports those dealing with body image, abandonment, communication or commitment issues. She listens for the patterns that keep causing distress and helps clients notice different options for responding.

Practical concerns such as coping strategies and clearer communication are addressed alongside emotional understanding. Clients can expect straightforward, plain-language conversations rather than clinical jargon. The goal is to build self-awareness that makes day-to-day life easier to manage.

Sessions are available remotely by video call, phone, live chat and text messaging, so people can choose formats that fit their schedules. People interested in beginning can follow the online intake steps to match with Gayle and arrange sessions.

Client-centred care delivered online

Client-Centred Therapy places the client at the heart of each session. The counsellor listens without judgement, reflects what is heard and helps people make sense of their feelings. This way of working is useful for stress, anxiety, grief and self-esteem concerns because it focuses on understanding and supporting the person rather than directing them.

Gayle adopts a humanistic stance that values each person's experience. She will work collaboratively to find the right way of approaching your concerns, checking in about goals and preferences as therapy progresses. Deciding which methods to use is a joint process based on what helps you feel clearer and more able to cope.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat and text messaging to suit different routines and needs. Video calls let you see facial cues and body language, while phone sessions can be easier when internet bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text messaging work well for shorter check-ins or when people prefer not to be on camera. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into busy lives and to keep continuity when in-person meetings are difficult.