Gavin Reid, BACP

Gavin Reid offers practical support for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, relationship concerns or questions about identity. He works in a straightforward way and aims to help people feel heard and more steady day to day.

Gavin uses a person-centred style. That means conversations are led by the client's priorities rather than a fixed script. He combines listening with gentle guidance and mindfulness practices to help people manage thoughts and strong emotions.

He has worked with LGBTQ+ communities and draws on his own lived experience when relevant. That background informs his approach to topics such as stigma, shame, sexual health, addiction and connecting with others.

Gavin holds a Foundation Degree in counselling and a diploma in Gender, Sex and Relationship Diversity Therapy, and he lists BACP among his credentials. He has around four years of practice experience and aims for therapy that fits the person's values and life.

Typical sessions involve talking through what matters, noticing patterns, and trying small changes between meetings. Clients often bring issues such as self-esteem, career stress, ADHD-related struggles, coping with life changes, anger or compassion fatigue. Gavin also works with matters linked to intimacy, attachment and body image.

He describes therapy as a collaborative process. People are invited to set the pace and focus, and practical steps are offered alongside reflective work as needed.

How client-centred and mindfulness approaches work online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person's own goals and pace. The counsellor listens carefully, reflects back what is said, and helps people find their own solutions. This approach suits anyone who wants to be in charge of their progress and values a supportive, non-directive space.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple practices to notice thoughts and bodily sensations without judgment. Those techniques can help with anxiety, stress, anger and managing strong emotions between sessions. Mindfulness also supports paying attention to patterns in relationships and behaviour.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The counsellor will talk with each person about their needs, goals and preferences, and then try methods that fit. That collaboration means plans can change as the work progresses.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm which options are offered before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They also let people work from surroundings that feel calmer or more convenient. Discussing practical arrangements is part of the first meetings so sessions match everyday life.