Online UK Counsellor & Walking Therapy in Stockport
If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or just need someone to listen, I offer a safe, confidential space to talk.
email: hello@neilgawcounselling.co.uk
Welcome
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life’s daily challenges? Have you been surviving rather than truly living? If you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, or other issues, know that you don’t have to face them alone.
I'm Neil, a passionate and empathic counsellor with a deep belief in the power of connection and self-discovery. My approach to therapy is rooted in the idea that together, we can uncover the strengths you already possess and use them to navigate life’s challenges.
I offer Online Therapy across the UK and Walking/Outdoor Therapy in Stockport (Marple, Poynton, New Mills)
I have a strong foundation in Person-Centred Therapy (PCT), which places compassion at the heart of the healing process. If you often feel overwhelmed by self-criticism or a sense of not being "good enough," this approach can be particularly transformative. We’ll work as a team to identify your needs, explore effective techniques, and create a path forward that makes life more manageable and fulfilling.
I believe that therapy should be a balance of seriousness and light-heartedness. Humour has its place in the healing process, and I strive to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and supported. Whether we’re delving into attachment issues, incorporating methods from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), or simply holding space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, my goal is to ensure you never feel alone in facing what’s difficult.
Online Therapy
I provide a safe and confidential environment where you can discuss the issues that are troubling you and help you to find your own way of dealing with them. Talking can be the first step in helping you to overcome the problems that you face.
We all feel a little lost sometimes, unsure of which decisions are best for us, or weighed down by the stress of daily life. Talking can be the first step in helping you overcome these challenges. I’ve worked with many people facing difficulties such as anxiety, depression, bereavement, family issues, stress, and loneliness. My role is to help you find the root of your problems and facilitate easing the pain you’re going through.
Walking Therapy
Walking therapy, sometimes called "walk-and-talk therapy," takes the counselling session out of the therapy room and into nature. Instead of sitting indoors, we meet in a quiet outdoor space and walk side by side, talking as we go. For many people, this relaxed setting helps them feel more at ease and more able to open up.
I offer walking therapy in Marple, Poynton, New Mills and Stockport.
Person-Centred Therapy
A compassionate, non-judgemental approach that puts you at the heart of the process.
Person-centred therapy is based on the belief that you are the expert on your own life. Rather than giving advice or telling you what to do, my role is to create a safe, accepting space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly and come to your own understanding and direction.
This approach is grounded in empathy, respect and genuine human connection. It allows you to go at your own pace, without pressure, and to work through whatever’s troubling you in a way that feels right for you.
While I may also draw on tools from CBT or Transactional Analysis when helpful, the core of my work is always about building trust and working together in a way that’s respectful, honest and supportive.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a Registered Member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and work within their ethical framework.
- ABC Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- ABC Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills
- ABC Level 2 Counselling Concepts
Fees
Counselling sessions are £50 for 50 minutes.
This rate applies to all formats, online, telephone or walking therapy.
I offer a free 20-minute phone or video consultation so you can ask questions, get a feel for how I work and decide if therapy with me feels like the right fit. There’s no pressure to commit.
Payment is made by bank transfer before each session. I’ll send you details when we book.