Counsellor profile
Gerry Byrne, BACP
Counsellor - stress and relationships
See online counselling options- Client-Centred
- CBT
- Motivational Interviewing
About Gerry
Counsellor Gerry Byrne is a BACP member with 11 years of practice in the United Kingdom. He works with people on stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, grief and problems with self-esteem and coping with life changes.
Gerry uses a pluralistic, integrative style. That means he works collaboratively and draws on a few approaches to suit each person. Sessions can be short term or longer term depending on the issue and what the person wants to work on.
In sessions he encourages people to be active participants. He treats each person as the expert in their own life and focuses on practical ways forward. Conversations tend to look at patterns, choices and small steps people can take between meetings.
Gerry has particular experience supporting people with family and relationship problems, issues around abandonment and attachment, eating and body image concerns, and drug and alcohol addiction. He also works with people affected by domestic violence, guilt, shame and feelings of emptiness.
His approach draws on Client-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic ideas and Solution-Focused Therapy. He will discuss which methods might help and adapt the work to match each person’s needs.
Sessions are conducted in English. Before booking, readers should confirm current session options and practical details via the site’s booking flow.
Therapeutic approaches used in online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person’s own experience. The therapist offers listening and reflection so the client can make sense of their feelings and choices. This approach is useful for issues with self-esteem, grief and relationship concerns.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It uses practical exercises to change unhelpful thinking and behaviour. CBT can help with anxiety, low mood and some stress-related problems.
Motivational Interviewing helps when someone is unsure about change. It uses short, focused conversations to explore ambivalence and build motivation. This can be useful for issues such as drug and alcohol use or other addictive behaviours.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Gerry will discuss different methods and agree what to try first. The client’s goals, preferences and progress guide any adjustments, so the approach can change over time.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific online options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week, allow a shorter check-in when time is limited, and remove the need to travel to appointments. Registered or accredited professionals often offer these practical benefits while adapting the work to each person.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which concerns does he help with most often?
He commonly works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, depression and grief. He also supports people dealing with self-esteem, eating and family-related problems.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a pluralistic, integrative approach and works collaboratively. He combines practical techniques and reflective work depending on the person and problem.
How much experience does he have?
He has 11 years of professional practice in the United Kingdom.
What credentials does he hold and where is he based?
He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and how much do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Specific pricing is provided in the booking process.
How do I begin the process?
Use the See online counselling options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the site.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
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