Geraldine Theobald , BACP

Geraldine Theobald is a BACP counsellor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression and life changes. She also supports those dealing with ADHD, addictions and LGBT issues. Gerry offers a calm, respectful space to talk things through and to work out practical next steps.

She draws on person-centred practice that focuses on empathy, genuineness and accepting the person as they are. She adds mindfulness techniques to help people become more aware of thoughts and feelings. Solution-focused ideas are used to identify small changes that can make daily life easier.

Gerry has 16 years' experience working in a university setting across students and staff. That work gave her a clear view of transition challenges, study pressure, workplace stress and the strains of balancing responsibilities. She also has experience supporting people with autism spectrum conditions and ADHD.

Sessions aim to help people recognise their strengths, notice unhelpful patterns and plan realistic steps forward. Geraldine works collaboratively, adapting conversations and strategies to each person's needs and preferences. She explains things plainly and focuses on what is achievable in day-to-day life.

Her practice follows the Ethical Framework of the BACP, and she uses an approachable, non-judgemental style. Gerry encourages people to take the first small steps toward change and offers ongoing support as they try out new ways of coping.

How Geraldine blends talking therapies online

Geraldine uses person-centred ideas, mindfulness and solution-focused methods adapted for online work. Person-centred practice means the counsellor listens with empathy and offers honest, non-judgemental responses to help people feel heard and considered. This approach helps with stress, low self-esteem and relationship concerns.

Mindfulness techniques teach simple ways to notice thoughts and bodily sensations without overreacting. These tools can reduce rumination and make it easier to manage anxiety and mood changes. Solution-focused work concentrates on small, practical steps and on what is already working, which is useful for tackling specific problems like coping with life transitions or workplace stress.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. Geraldine works collaboratively to decide what suits each person's goals and preferences, and she will adjust the plan as progress is made. The aim is to build skills and practical routines that fit daily life.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging. Video calls allow fuller conversation and non-verbal cues, while phone sessions can work when less bandwidth is available. Live chat and messaging are useful for brief check-ins, shorter sessions or when someone prefers not to be on camera. These options give greater flexibility to fit therapy around study, work and family commitments.