- Person-centred approach
- Gender and sexuality
- Grief and trauma
About Bethany
Bethany Gribbon is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom with six years' experience. They work with people feeling stuck or unsure after changes in work, relationships or health. Common concerns they help with include anxiety, depression, relationship problems, grief, trauma, life purpose and issues related to gender and sexuality.
Bethany uses person-centred counselling as their main approach. Sessions are focused on what matters to the person in front of them. They prioritise a respectful, non-judgemental way of talking so people can look at beliefs, feelings and patterns that get in the way.
Conversations may include gentle challenges, reflection and exploring different ways of thinking when that seems helpful. Bethany also checks in about practical steps and may signpost other services where appropriate. The pace is set by the client and aims to increase self-awareness and decision-making over time.
Across their work they have supported people with a wide range of issues, including relationship breakdown, family problems, domestic abuse, grief, chronic health concerns, and concerns around gender dysphoria and sexual identity. They have experience with people from varied cultural and age backgrounds.
People who want to try counselling are encouraged to consider how a counsellor's style feels to them. Bethany asks new clients to use a short matching questionnaire and then schedule an initial session so they can discuss aims and decide on next steps together.
How person-centred work translates to online sessions
Person-centred counselling is about following the person's concerns and building a respectful working relationship. In practice this means the counsellor listens carefully, reflects back what they hear and helps the client notice patterns in their thinking and feeling. This approach can help with things like anxiety, relationship difficulties and questions about life purpose.When helpful, the counsellor may introduce gentle challenges or invite the client to try alternative ways of thinking. These steps are discussed together so the client can agree what feels useful. The therapist treats finding the right way of working as a collaborative process and will adjust based on the client's needs, goals and preferences.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm the current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work, parenting or travel. They can also allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, or let someone choose audio rather than video if that suits them better. Registered or accredited professionals can use online work to keep continuity of care while discussing what matters most to the client.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Bethany work with?
They help with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, life purpose and issues linked to gender and sexuality among other concerns.
How would they approach feeling stuck or directionless?
They use person-centred counselling that focuses on what matters to the client and encourages reflection on beliefs and choices. Gentle challenges and new perspectives are used when helpful.
What is their clinical background?
They have six years' experience working with a diverse range of people and presenting issues across several settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
They are a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practise in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with them?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with this counsellor?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session to discuss goals and next steps.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.