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Gavin Armstrong , BACP
United Kingdom
Counsellor for anxiety and life changes
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Support for grief
About Gavin
Gavin Armstrong is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has four years of professional experience. He helps people manage stress and anxiety, supports those facing grief and loss, and works on self-esteem, motivation and confidence. He also lists support for LGBT concerns and issues linked to relationships and parenting.
Gavin uses clear, structured methods to help people notice the thoughts and habits that get in the way. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and client-centred approaches to offer practical ways of responding to problems. Sessions focus on what the person is struggling with now and on small, manageable changes to daily routines and thinking.
He also works with issues tied to trauma and abuse, addictions, anger, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment and abandonment concerns, blended family issues, body image, and caregiver stress. Gavin lists support for people affected by cancer and by HIV/AIDS, and he addresses communication and commitment problems in relationships.
Gavin aims to make sessions straightforward and action-oriented. He listens and then suggests specific steps to test in between meetings. Progress is tracked in simple ways so people can see what helps and what needs adjusting.
Sessions are offered in English and operate under a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. International clients are not currently accepted. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How CBT, ACT and client‑centred work online
Gavin combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and client‑centred methods in a practical way. CBT focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavioural changes to reduce anxiety or low mood. ACT helps people clarify personal values and take committed steps even when difficult feelings are present. Client‑centred work places attention on the person’s experience and uses reflective listening to help them make sense of their choices.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Gavin will discuss goals, preferences and what has helped in the past. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is reviewed.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm the current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around daily life, for example by reducing travel time, allowing a shorter check‑in during a work break, or avoiding being on camera when people prefer audio only. These practical benefits help people test new ways of thinking and behaving without major disruptions to their routine.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with most often?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem and motivation issues, plus relationship and parenting concerns.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and to try practical alternatives in daily life.
What is his professional background?
He has four years of professional experience working with people on common mental health and life problems.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and works in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can someone outside the UK work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and what does it cost?
Sessions use a subscription model that varies by location and can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to try sessions?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A registration can be checked with the body that issued it.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe, use the crisis numbers.