Christine Gerstenberger, BACP

Christine Gerstenberger is a UK-registered counsellor and therapist with five years of clinical experience helping people navigate a wide range of emotional and practical difficulties. She supports clients working through stress, anxiety, depression, and the heavy emotions of guilt and shame, while also addressing motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and related concerns. Christine holds the BACP credential (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and brings a respectful, sensitive, and compassionate approach to each session.

She individualizes treatment plans to reflect each person’s circumstances and goals, adapting methods to suit what will work best for the individual rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. Christine recognises the courage it takes to seek change and she focuses on empowering clients to pursue a more fulfilling and happier life. She aims to create a steady, supportive partnership that helps people take the first steps and sustain progress toward meaningful change.

Whether someone is struggling with a single issue or several overlapping challenges, Christine works collaboratively to identify priorities and practical steps forward. Her practice centres on listening with care, responding with clear guidance, and helping clients build the skills and confidence needed to manage difficulties and move toward the life they want.

Approaches that guide online therapy and practical support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being controlled by them, and encourages focusing on personal values to take meaningful action. This approach can be helpful for anxiety, stress, and low motivation where getting unstuck is a goal.

Attachment-Based Therapy examines patterns in relationships and early connections to understand how they shape current emotional responses and expectations. It can be especially useful for people struggling with relationship difficulties, feelings of emptiness, or attachment issues.

Client-Centered Therapy centers the person in their own healing process, offering empathic listening and support that helps clients explore their concerns at their own pace. This approach supports self-esteem, confidence, and coping with life changes.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Christine will work collaboratively with each client to identify what fits best. Together they will consider the client’s needs, goals, and preferences to shape a plan that feels workable and relevant.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how people connect - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow people to receive ongoing support in ways that suit their routines and comfort levels.