Gary Barrell, NCPS
Gary Barrell is a psychotherapeutic counsellor and hypnotherapist based in the United Kingdom.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- +13 more
About Gary
Gary Barrell is a psychotherapeutic counsellor and hypnotherapist based in the United Kingdom. He holds a degree in Psychology and Communications and has practised for six years. Gary focuses on helping people who struggle with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship problems.
He aims to create an approachable space where people can talk honestly about what is worrying them. Gary uses an integrative approach that draws on client-centred work, cognitive behavioural ideas, existential thinking and psychodynamic perspectives.
Background and approach
He adapts the mix to fit each person’s needs rather than following a single method. Sessions often include practical steps to manage symptoms alongside time to reflect on deeper patterns. Common areas he supports include grief and loss, low self-esteem, motivation and coping with life changes.
He also works with concerns such as trauma, intimacy issues, sleep and eating difficulties, and obsessive or compulsive patterns. Gary pays attention to how everyday habits and past experiences affect current wellbeing. People who come to him can expect calm, direct conversations and practical tools to try between sessions.
He uses hypnotherapy when it seems suitable to support change and reduce anxiety. The focus is on small, achievable shifts that build confidence and ease day-to-day pressure. Gary offers sessions in English and accepts international clients.
He welcomes questions about his way of working and encourages a collaborative start to therapy.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| NCPS | NCS14-00996 | May 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Gary works with
Everything Gary lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hoarding
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Phobias
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexual dysfunction
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Approaches Gary lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Hypnotherapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Finding the right approach happens together. Gary will talk through your concerns, goals and personal preferences and suggest a way forward. That plan can change as you learn what works, and decisions about methods are made collaboratively rather than imposed.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video calls allow fuller conversation and visual cues, phone sessions can work when bandwidth is limited, live chat suits brief check-ins, and messaging supports ongoing reflection between meetings. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to keep momentum during periods of change.
Frequently asked
What sorts of problems does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety and depression as well as relationship concerns and grief. Additional foci include self-esteem, trauma, sleep and eating issues.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He works in an integrative, client-centred way that combines cognitive behavioural ideas, existential reflection and psychodynamic exploration. Sessions balance practical coping techniques with space to talk about underlying patterns.
What is his experience?
He has six years of practice in the United Kingdom and a degree in Psychology and Communications. His background includes work with a broad range of emotional and behavioural concerns.
What credentials and location should I know about?
He is listed with NCPS and works from the United Kingdom. No further registration or location details are provided here.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted. You can discuss time zones and scheduling when you begin.
Which session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules. Formats can be chosen for shorter check-ins or longer conversations.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Exact fees depend on the combination of region and the platform subscription model.
What do I do to get started?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule according to the therapist's availability. The process matches your needs and helps arrange an initial session.
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