Gareth Young , NCPS

Gareth Young is a UK-credentialed integrative counsellor with three years of professional experience supporting people through anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress and a wide range of life challenges. He combines clinical training with a person-focused approach to help clients explore their thoughts, feelings and relationships in a compassionate, nonjudgmental setting.

As a proud LGBTQ-affirmative therapist, Gareth specialises in work with people navigating questions of gender and sexual identity, and he brings particular sensitivity to intimacy, relationship and identity-related concerns. His practice also addresses grief, addiction, trauma and abuse, anger, career and workplace issues, ADHD, body image and the many stresses young adults and established adults can face. Gareth adapts his approach to each person, tailoring sessions to reflect individual goals, strengths and cultural background.

Gareth holds the NCPS credential, a recognized professional counselling credential, alongside a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and a BA Hons degree in Counselling Solutions, qualifications that reflect training in counselling theory and practice. He aims to accompany clients collaboratively as they work toward clearer understanding and practical steps for change, offering encouragement and support as they move forward.

Approaches that guide online therapy

Gareth integrates client-centered therapy into his online work, focusing on building a warm, nonjudgmental relationship that helps people feel heard and understood; this approach supports those dealing with anxiety, depression, self-esteem and relationship concerns. Motivational interviewing is used to help clients explore ambivalence and strengthen their own motivation for change, which can be especially useful for issues like addiction, lifestyle shifts and goal-directed behaviour. Narrative therapy offers a way to examine the stories people tell about themselves and their lives, creating space to reframe identity, trauma and life transitions in alternative, more empowering ways.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the collaborative process. Gareth works with each client to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, and he adapts techniques over time as progress and priorities evolve. This collaborative stance helps clients feel involved in shaping their care.

Online therapy with Gareth is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These remote options make it possible to maintain momentum between sessions, access support from wherever a client is located, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for each stage of work.