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Gillian Overton, NCPS

UK therapist for stress, relationships, and trauma
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Relationship and family
  • Trauma and abuse

About Gillian Overton

Gillian Overton is a UK-credentialed therapist who holds the NCPS credential and has 3 years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress and anxiety, relationship and family challenges, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, sleep difficulties, parenting concerns, anger, self-esteem issues, career questions, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue, as well as related concerns such as attachment difficulties, autism and Asperger syndrome, dissociation, isolation, and post-traumatic stress.

Gillian aims to create an open, non-judgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared honestly. She supports clients to explore their difficulties with care and to develop practical tools for greater well-being and more authentic living. Seeking change takes courage, and she focuses on empowering people as they take those first steps toward a more fulfilling life.

Before training as a therapist, Gillian lived and travelled extensively, spending many years mostly in North America. Her earlier career includes roles in the diplomatic service, the financial industry, and work as a special education teacher. She draws on that varied life and work experience alongside her therapeutic training, believing that the relationship between therapist and client is central to healing. Gillian listens attentively with a caring, non-judgmental approach so clients feel heard and can build tools for ongoing growth.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

Also Specializes In

GriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressDissociationEmptinessIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Gillian Overton have?

Gillian Overton has 3 years of professional experience.

Is Gillian Overton a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the NCPS credential, a professional qualification in psychotherapy. No additional license details have been provided.

In which languages does Gillian Overton provide therapy?

Gillian provides therapy in English.

Where is Gillian Overton located?

Gillian is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Gillian Overton as my therapist?

You can work with Gillian through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Gillian Overton work with international clients?

Yes, Gillian works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Gillian Overton 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.

Approaches in online therapy and how they help

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, supports people in noticing difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them and then clarifying values to guide meaningful action - it can be helpful for anxiety, stress, and coping with life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in close relationships, exploring how early connections shape current bonds and helping to rebuild security and trust in relationships. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, empathic relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and supports the client's own capacity for growth, which can be beneficial for self-esteem, grief, and life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Gillian works collaboratively with clients to identify the methods that best fit their needs, goals, and personal preferences. She tailors sessions by combining elements from different approaches when appropriate so therapy aligns with each person's situation.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for busy schedules, those living far from services, or people who prefer different ways of communicating. These options make it easier to access regular support, maintain continuity of care, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for each client.

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