Gillian Trueman, BACP

Gillian Trueman is an experienced therapist who works from a pluralistic perspective, tailoring support to each person she sees. She is qualified to Master’s degree level and is completing an MSc in Pluralistic Counselling at Abertay University - an advanced postgraduate programme that explores a range of therapeutic methods. Gillian also holds the BACP credential, reflecting membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Her practice is trauma informed and she has extensive experience supporting people affected by trauma and PTSD. She describes herself as neurodiversity friendly, is ASIST trained, and is kink aware. Gillian offers talking therapy and can integrate more holistic elements when that suits a client’s needs. She works in a multidisciplinary way, selecting approaches and techniques that best fit the individual rather than following a single method.

Gillian supports clients with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, eating concerns, anger, and family issues, and she also addresses related areas such as communication problems, domestic violence, fertility issues, guilt and shame, infidelity, isolation and loneliness, postpartum depression, process addictions, self-harm, and building self-love. She collaborates with clients to explore patterns of behaviour, navigate difficult relationships, and find practical ways to manage anxiety and work related stress while working toward clear therapeutic goals.

How Gillian blends therapeutic approaches for online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify their values and learn practical ways to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while taking meaningful action. It is often helpful for chronic stress, anxiety, and situations where avoidance has become limiting.

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early and current relationship patterns influence emotional responses and interpersonal behaviour. This approach can be useful for relationship difficulties, trust issues, and challenges rooted in family dynamics.

Trauma-Focused Therapy offers structured ways to address the effects of trauma and PTSD, helping people process traumatic experiences and reduce their ongoing impact on daily life.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Gillian works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting the plan as therapy progresses.

Online therapy with Gillian is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text based messaging to provide flexibility and easier access to support. These options make it possible to attend sessions around work, caregiving, or travel, and to continue therapy when in-person meetings are not feasible, while maintaining the same professional therapeutic focus and structure.