Gareth Young, NCPS

Gareth Young is a UK-credentialed integrative counsellor with three years of professional experience supporting people through anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, and a broad range of life challenges. He offers affirmative care for the LGBTQ+ community, including support around questions of gender and sexual identity, and tailors his approach to each person's needs and circumstances.

Gareth works in line with UK therapy guidelines and brings an empathetic, non-judgmental presence to sessions. He describes his role as walking alongside clients while they lead the way, providing encouragement and practical support as they navigate difficult emotions, relationship issues, grief, addiction concerns, and changes in work or family life.

As an integrative practitioner he combines techniques from different therapeutic approaches to match the unique goals and preferences of each client. He holds a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and a BA Hons Degree in Counselling Solutions, and carries an NCPS credential - a recognised professional qualification indicating formal training in counselling.

Gareth aims to create a warm, supportive environment where people can explore their thoughts and feelings and work toward clearer coping strategies and greater resilience. He is accepting international clients and offers flexible ways to connect for therapy.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Gareth commonly integrates client-centered therapy, motivational interviewing, and narrative therapy into his online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful, empathetic environment where the person’s own insights and choices guide progress - it is helpful for building self-esteem, coping with anxiety, and processing emotions. Motivational interviewing is a collaborative style that helps people clarify their goals and strengthen motivation for change, often used for addictions, behavioural shifts, and decisions about relationships or career. Narrative therapy encourages people to examine and reframe the stories they tell about themselves, which can be valuable for addressing identity concerns, grief, or the impact of trauma.

Choosing the right combination of approaches is part of the therapy process. Gareth works collaboratively with each client to identify what feels most useful based on their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts methods over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call and phone, plus options for live chat or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit counselling into busy lives or to connect across distances. These formats support consistent engagement and make professional therapeutic support more accessible for many people.