Counsellor profile
Geraldine Theobald, BACP
Based in United Kingdom · 16 years of experience
Experienced BACP counsellor for stress and anxiety
Continue with GeraldineAt a glance
- Registration
- BACP, United Kingdom (73568)
- Qualifications
- BACP
- Experience
- 16 years
- Languages
- English
- Based in
- United Kingdom
Details come from information Geraldine supplied to BetterHelp.
- Person-Centred approach
- Mindfulness techniques
- Solution-Focused methods
About Geraldine
BACP. 16 years' experience. Geraldine Theobald works with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, ADHD, addictions and LGBT issues using person-centred approaches plus mindfulness and solution-focused techniques.
Geraldine trained to Master's level in Person-Centred Counselling and Psychotherapy and has spent 16 years working in higher education. She has experience supporting university students aged 18–25 and postgraduate students, and has also worked with a wide range of university staff roles. Her background means she is familiar with study pressures, transitions, homesickness and workplace stress.
Her counselling style is rooted in Carl Rogers' core conditions of empathy, congruence and unconditional positive regard. She draws on mindfulness practices to help with emotional regulation and uses solution-focused methods to identify small, practical steps forward.
Sessions aim to help people understand their thoughts, feelings and behaviour so they can make changes they find meaningful. Geraldine says the relationship between counsellor and client is central, and she works collaboratively to recognise strengths and identify blocks to progress.
She has worked with people who have autism spectrum conditions and ADHD, alongside a broad range of additional concerns such as attachment issues, body image, caregiver stress and communication problems. Geraldine operates within the Ethical Framework of the BACP and applies her experience to everyday problems as well as longer standing concerns.
How Geraldine uses person-centred, mindfulness and solution-focused work online
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the counsellor offering empathy, congruence and unconditional positive regard to help the client explore thoughts and feelings. It is commonly used for issues like low self-esteem, relationship concerns and life transitions.Mindfulness Therapy involves simple awareness practices and attention training to reduce reactivity and manage anxiety or stress. These techniques can help people notice patterns and develop calmer ways of responding.
Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on practical steps and small changes that move a person toward their goals. It is helpful when someone wants concrete actions and faster progress on specific problems.
Geraldine approaches the choice of methods collaboratively. She will work with the client to identify which approaches match their needs, goals and preferences rather than imposing a single way of working.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, or avoid travel time. Registered or accredited professionals can use these approaches effectively in remote sessions while focusing on practical changes and emotional regulation.
Areas of expertise
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
16+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, ADHD, addictions and LGBT concerns, among other areas.
How would she describe her counselling style?
Her style is person-centred, underpinned by empathy, congruence and unconditional positive regard, with elements of mindfulness and solution-focused work.
How much experience does she have?
She has 16 years of clinical practice, including long-term work in a higher education setting.
Is she affiliated with any professional body in the UK?
She is BACP accredited and works within the BACP Ethical Framework.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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