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Geraldine Theobald

At a glance

Experience
16 years
Based in
United Kingdom
Sessions
Online
Languages
English

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Geraldine Theobald, BACP

Experienced BACP counsellor for life transitions

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Professional registration on record

CredentialCountryNumber
BACP United Kingdom 73568

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  • Empathic listener
  • Practical change
  • Mindfulness based

About Geraldine

Geraldine Theobald is a BACP counsellor with 16 years' clinical experience based in the United Kingdom. She supports people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, addiction concerns, LGBT issues and major life changes. Gerry aims to make the first steps into therapy feel manageable and straightforward.

She trained at master's level in person-centred counselling and psychotherapy and draws on those core principles in her work. That means she focuses on empathy, honesty and offering a non-judgemental space where people can talk through what matters to them. She also uses elements of mindfulness and solution-focused work to help with emotion management and practical change.

Much of her background is in university settings, working with students and university staff. This has given her familiarity with transitions, study and work stress, and the pressures of balancing responsibilities. She can help people identify boundaries and small adjustments that improve daily life and wellbeing.

In sessions she works collaboratively, helping people spot strengths and identify obstacles that hold them back. The aim is to tailor conversations and plans to each person's needs rather than offering one-size-fits-all solutions. Gerry emphasises the therapeutic relationship as central to progress.

People who choose her can expect a warm, professional and compassionate approach. She will listen, reflect and help you find steps that feel achievable as you work towards a more satisfying life.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyMindfulness TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

16+ years

Credentials

BACP · United Kingdom

Languages

English

How Geraldine uses person-centred and solution-focused work online

Geraldine works from a person-centred base which means she listens openly and responds with empathy and honesty to help people make sense of their feelings. This approach is useful for people dealing with anxiety, low self-esteem or the stress of life changes.

She also draws on solution-focused methods that concentrate on what a person wants to change and on small, practical steps to get there. Those techniques are helpful when someone wants brief, goal-orientated work to manage day-to-day problems.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Geraldine will collaborate with each person to decide whether person-centred, mindfulness practices or solution-focused tools fit best given their goals and preferences. She adapts the pace and focus as needs evolve.

Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online work can be useful because it helps fit sessions into busy lives, reduces travel time and can make it easier to attend during breaks from study or work. Some people also find shorter check-ins or mindfulness exercises easier to manage remotely, and Geraldine will work with you to shape sessions that suit your everyday routine.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she help with?

Geraldine supports people with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, addictions, LGBT issues and coping with life changes. She also works with a wide range of related concerns such as attachment, body image and caregiver stress.

What is her general therapy style?

She follows a person-centred style that prioritises empathy and a non-judgemental space. She supplements this with mindfulness practices and solution-focused techniques to help manage emotions and set practical goals.

How long has she practised?

She has 16 years of clinical practice experience, including work in higher education settings with students and university staff.

Where is she based and what credential does she hold?

She is based in the United Kingdom and holds BACP accreditation as stated in her profile.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the UK access her services?

She accepts international clients, so people outside the UK can enquire about working together.

How are costs and payment handled?

Session cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin a course of therapy?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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