Gullu Cicek, BACP

Gullu Cicek is a BACP-registered psychotherapist who follows the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - the professional body that sets standards for counselling and psychotherapy practice. She brings over 15 years of experience working with families, children, and young people across a range of settings.

Gullu approaches therapy with attention to personal history, family dynamics, cultural and social background, and the coping strategies an individual has developed. She recognises how conscious and unconscious thoughts shape self-understanding and relationships, and she uses that perspective to help people make sense of recurring patterns and emotional responses.

In sessions she offers a compassionate, personal, and non-judgmental space where people are invited to arrive as they are and move at a pace that feels manageable. Work with her is collaborative - together they will explore experiences with curiosity and care, build awareness of emotional patterns and behaviours, and nurture inner strengths that support growth.

Whether the goal is deeper self-understanding, healing from past wounds, or feeling more supported and heard in daily life and relationships, Gullu aims to guide each person along a personalised path toward greater connection with themselves and others.

Practical therapeutic approaches and online support

Gullu draws on evidence-based techniques that focus on understanding personal history and family dynamics - this approach explores how early relationships and current family patterns influence feelings, self-esteem, and relationship behaviours, helping with issues like family conflict, attachment concerns, and parenting challenges. She also uses reflective, exploratory work that encourages awareness of unconscious patterns and emotional responses - this kind of exploration supports healing from past wounds and deepens self-understanding. In addition, Gullu integrates practical, skills-focused strategies to address stress and anxiety, offering pacing, coping tools, and manageable steps to reduce overwhelm and improve day-to-day functioning.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process and a collaborative effort. Gullu will work with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the way she works as understanding grows and priorities change.

Online therapy with Gullu is offered by video call, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit therapy into busy lives and different schedules. These options make it easier to access regular support from a licensed professional without travel, and they allow people to choose the format that feels most comfortable as they work toward their goals.