Gillian Burnett

Approaches that fit life online

Gillian draws on client-centred work which focuses on attentive listening and helping people find their own answers. This approach is useful when someone needs space to be heard and to build self-understanding. She also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or CBT to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and to try small, practical changes that can reduce anxiety and low mood.

Narrative Therapy is another tool she uses to help people rewrite the stories they tell about themselves. That can be helpful for grief, identity issues, and when past events shape current feelings. Gillian will usually suggest a blend of methods based on what feels most useful for the person sitting in front of her and the goals they bring to therapy.

Working out which approach fits best is part of the therapeutic process. Gillian treats this as a collaborative conversation - she will explain options, try methods, and check in regularly about what is helping. The plan can be adapted as progress is made or as goals change.

Online therapy makes regular work easier to fit into life. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation while phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be shorter for quick check-ins. Live chat and text messaging let people share thoughts in writing and can suit those who prefer not to speak aloud. These options offer flexibility so therapy can match practical needs and day-to-day routines.