- Trauma informed
- Grief support
- Practical guidance
About Gillian
Gillian Burnett is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom who describes her work as person-centred and trauma-informed. She draws on five years of experience to help people facing grief, trauma, anxiety and the fallout from major life changes. Gillian uses clear, down-to-earth language so conversations stay practical and focused on what matters now.
Gillian keeps sessions calm and respectful. She aims to guide people through the counselling process without judgement. She offers practical advice when it is asked for and relevant, but usually works by listening and reflecting so the client can find their own solutions.
Her approach suits people dealing with loss, bereavement and end-of-life concerns as well as those managing stress, relationships, self-esteem and addictions. She also supports people coping with chronic illness, caregiving strain and the emotional impact of major life transitions.
Gillian blends client-centred work with trauma-focused and narrative techniques. She uses elements of cognitive behavioural therapy and solution-focused methods where helpful. Sessions are intended to be a collaborative effort that asks for honesty and commitment from the person seeking help.
People who choose Gillian can expect straightforward, compassionate care and an emphasis on practical steps. She frames therapy as a shared process and describes it as a privilege to join someone on that journey.
Gillian keeps sessions calm and respectful. She aims to guide people through the counselling process without judgement. She offers practical advice when it is asked for and relevant, but usually works by listening and reflecting so the client can find their own solutions.
Her approach suits people dealing with loss, bereavement and end-of-life concerns as well as those managing stress, relationships, self-esteem and addictions. She also supports people coping with chronic illness, caregiving strain and the emotional impact of major life transitions.
Gillian blends client-centred work with trauma-focused and narrative techniques. She uses elements of cognitive behavioural therapy and solution-focused methods where helpful. Sessions are intended to be a collaborative effort that asks for honesty and commitment from the person seeking help.
People who choose Gillian can expect straightforward, compassionate care and an emphasis on practical steps. She frames therapy as a shared process and describes it as a privilege to join someone on that journey.
Areas of expertise
Also works with
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersCareer difficultiesDepressionCoachingADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Narrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
BACP · United Kingdom
Languages
English
How Gillian uses therapeutic approaches online
Gillian draws on client-centred therapy to put the person's experience at the heart of each session, giving space for people to tell their story and to be heard without judgement. This approach suits people who need a steady, listening presence while they process grief, loss or life changes.She also uses trauma-focused therapy to work with the effects of traumatic events. That approach looks at how past events continue to affect feelings and reactions today, and aims to reduce distress by working through those responses in a careful way.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Gillian discusses goals and preferences with each person and shapes sessions collaboratively. She may combine client-centred listening with trauma-focused tools or draw on cognitive and solution-focused techniques when practical steps are needed.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time and allow regular contact from a familiar place. They can also allow shorter check-ins or quieter timings that suit work or caregiving commitments.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Gillian commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem and coping with life changes among other concerns listed in her profile.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Gillian describes a person-centred approach that is trauma-informed and non-judgemental, with practical input when requested by the client.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of professional experience working with people in the United Kingdom.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
Gillian holds BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Gillian?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.