Gary Main, BACP

Gary Main is a BACP-accredited counsellor who has worked full time for over 25 years, offering long-standing support to people facing a wide range of life challenges. He has practised in a variety of settings, including charities and 14 years within NHS service provision, and brings that breadth of experience to each working relationship.

He is described as warm, friendly and compassionate and creates a welcoming, non-judgemental space where people can express their feelings and explore difficult issues. He works with depression, anxiety, bereavement and loss, adjustment to change, relationship breakdown, identity concerns, low self-worth, life transitions and addictions, supporting clients to find clearer pathways through their struggles.

Gary takes a conscientious approach to his work, listening carefully and helping clients to clarify their priorities and practical next steps. He looks forward to working alongside people on their journey and supporting them as they navigate the changes and challenges in their lives.

Online therapy approaches and flexible care

Gary Main draws on evidence-informed approaches to guide online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - ACT helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and supports action that aligns with personal values; it can be useful for anxiety, depression and coping with life changes. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, empathic relationship so clients can explore their own solutions and build self-understanding - this approach is helpful for issues such as low self-worth, identity and adjustment.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy - EFT concentrates on emotions within relationships and helps people understand and change unhelpful interaction patterns, which can be beneficial for relationship breakdown and communication problems. Finding the right approach is part of the process, and Gary will work collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and needs. These options make it easier to access regular support from a BACP-accredited counsellor without needing to travel, and they allow therapy to continue when life circumstances make in-person sessions difficult.