Gareth Pottle

Life isn’t a smooth track – there are potholes and speed bumps and unexpected detours. Our emotional life is the same – we all have a need to grow and progress but sometimes it’s hard to see the way forward. Loss of a loved one, relationship problems, work or school stress – these can all lead to anxiety, grief or emotional pain. I know how hard it is to start your therapeutic journey and talk to a counsellor, but once you have made that decision you are taking the first step towards positive change. I offer a safe, warm, confidential space for people to talk and when they are ready, explore difficulties or issues they are having.

I am mainly person centred, which means I am client led but I also use different ideas and techniques to suit you.

I have completed 5 years of BACP training. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and I follow their professional code of conduct and Ethical Framework. I also work for a local counselling charity and as a counsellor at a local school.

I offer a free 20 minute first session for us to talk about expectations and goals, and to see how we can work together.