Debbie Gregory

I offer appointments via an online platform such as Google Meet or Microsoft Teams.  Some daytime and early evening appointments are available - please enquire about availability, indicating your preferred day and time.

Hi, my name is Debbie and I am a qualified counsellor that offers online therapy to adults across the UK.  I have received specialist training in online and telephone counselling and provide a compassionate space where you can start to explore what is troubling you.

I have supported people with a range of issues including anxiety, bereavement, carer support, low self-esteem & low confidence and women’s health. I have also supported neurodivergent adults including those who self-identify and those who are adjusting to a late diagnosis. 

In addition to my private work, I also work as a counsellor supporting clients with chronic illness such as chronic fatigue/ME, long covid and autoimmune conditions.  

Before becomeing a counsellor, I worked in a number of roles in private industry and local government. In recent years I worked in education supporting adults with autism, ADHD and/or dyslexia. I am also a mum of grown up children and have personal experience of neurodivergence. These experiences have deepened my understanding of neurodivergence and have shaped my flexible approach to therapy.

I have qualifications in counselling and psychotherapy up to post graduate level and undertake continuous professional development to further develop my knowledge and skills.  I am also a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (Â鶹ԭ´´) and follow their ethical framework for good practice.

People come to therapy for many different reasons. Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed by stress or anxiety or are struggling with a lack of confidence or low self-esteem. Maybe you have had a bereavement or are struggling to adjust to a health condition(s). Or maybe you wondering why you're feeling different or are adjusting to a late diagnosis of autism or ADHD.

Whatever brings you here, I offer a supportive space for you to explore what is going on for you. At the heart of my counselling approach is my belief that each individual is unique and I therefore use different therapeutic models (ways of working) to suit your needs.  This includes cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), psychodynamic and person-centred approaches. I also use creative elements and am happy to share resources for those who would like further reading or tools for self-reflection.

Whatever your goal is, I aim to work at your pace and to support you, whether short or long-term. I am also open to adapting therapy to your needs and energy levels. This is something we can discuss during our first session but can include things such as having a break during the session, using a fidget toy or weighted blanket. There is also no expectation on you to have eye contact. 

The first session is 50 minutes long and will involve me going through the counselling agreement which I will have emailed to you beforehand. The agreement sets out how we will work and covers confidentiality, sessions, how to pay etc.

The session is also an opportunity to discuss what you would like to get from therapy.  I will ask questions to assess whether I have the right skills and experience to support you. If I feel I don’t, I can help signpost you to other services.

This is also a chance for you to see if I'm the right therapist for you. It can take a few sessions for the counselling relationship to develop but the first session can give you an idea of whether I am someone you are comfortable with and can trust. When you trust a counsellor you are more likely to explore your difficulties which can lead to greater opportunities for personal growth.

If we agree to continue working together, we will organise our next session. Ideally sessions are held weekly but I can accommodate sessions every two weeks. As counselling progresses and you start to feel stronger and more confident you may want sessions further apart. I am happy to accommodate that once the counselling relationship has established.

The fee for the assessment/introductory session and subsequent sessions is £45 payable in advance. However, I am committed to making therapy accessible and can offer reduced rates to those with limited finances. Please enquire if you would like to discuss this option.

I appreciate that it can feel like a big step reaching out for help and it is completely normal if you are feeling apprehensive about starting therapy. 

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me via the Â鶹ԭ´´. I will respond as soon as possible but please check your SPAM FOLDER should my reply have gone there.  

Thankyou for reading my bio. I look forward to the possibility of meeting you.