Gill Brown, BACP
Experienced UK therapist for trauma and relationships
- 20 years experience
- Trauma and relationship focus
- Psychoanalytic depth
About Gill Brown
Gill Brown is a UK-credentialed therapist with 20 years of professional experience and holds BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) registration. She has developed extensive specialist experience supporting people affected by domestic abuse, homicide and crime, as well as clients dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and depression.
Gill works to create an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared honestly. She encourages clients to take the sometimes-difficult first steps toward self-understanding and change, recognising that exploring inner patterns often requires courage and time.
With psychoanalytic training, Gill pays attention to unconscious processes and the ways people may repeat familiar patterns. That background enables her to help clients explore deeper dynamics alongside practical strategies for coping and recovery. Throughout the therapeutic process she aims to support and empower individuals as they clarify goals, make sense of their experiences and take steps toward the changes they want to achieve.
Gill works to create an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared honestly. She encourages clients to take the sometimes-difficult first steps toward self-understanding and change, recognising that exploring inner patterns often requires courage and time.
With psychoanalytic training, Gill pays attention to unconscious processes and the ways people may repeat familiar patterns. That background enables her to help clients explore deeper dynamics alongside practical strategies for coping and recovery. Throughout the therapeutic process she aims to support and empower individuals as they clarify goals, make sense of their experiences and take steps toward the changes they want to achieve.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Gill Brown have?
Gill Brown has 20 years of professional experience working with people affected by domestic abuse, crime-related trauma, stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and depression.
Is Gill Brown a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds BACP registration - BACP is the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Gill Brown provide therapy?
Gill provides therapy in English.
Where is Gill Brown located?
Gill Brown is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Gill Brown as my therapist?
You can work with Gill Brown through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Gill Brown work with international clients?
Yes. Gill Brown works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Gill Brown cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online support
Gill integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy and client-centered principles into her online practice to meet different needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify personal values and build psychological flexibility - it can be useful for managing anxiety, stress and patterns that hold people back. Attachment-Based Therapy explores early relationship patterns and how they affect current connections and emotional responses - it is well suited to relationship difficulties, abandonment or attachment concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, empathetic stance in which the therapist follows the client’s lead to support self-discovery and growth - it helps people feel heard and understood while working through many kinds of life challenges.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Gill collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, adjusting the focus as progress unfolds so therapy remains relevant and practical.
Online therapy with Gill is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, giving flexibility to fit work, family and travel schedules. These options make it easier to access regular support from licensed professionals, maintain continuity of care across locations and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for each client.