Gavin Armstrong
Compassionate therapist using practical talking therapies
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About Gavin
Gavin Armstrong uses a blend of practical talking therapies to help people manage stress, anxiety, grief and low self-esteem. He brings four years of experience and works from a respectful, sensitive stance. Gavin adapts conversations to each person's needs and focuses on clear, achievable steps in sessions.
He supports people with a wide range of concerns including depression, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, parenting strain, anger and coping with life changes.
Background and approach
He also addresses issues such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, blended family challenges and body image. Gavin is experienced in helping those affected by cancer, caregiver stress, HIV/AIDS and domestic violence-related problems. Gavin draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centred Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
He uses these methods to help people notice their thoughts, choose useful actions and build better emotional responses. Sessions aim to be practical and goal-focused while remaining compassionate. He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP.
Gavin works in the United Kingdom and conducts sessions in English. He tailors the pace and focus so people feel understood and able to try small changes between sessions. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
Gavin explains steps clearly and helps people take manageable next actions.
At a glance
- Years practising
- 4
- Registered with
- BACP
- Registration number
- 388783
- Languages
- English
- Approaches include
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- How sessions happen
- Online, by video, phone or messages
Details are as listed on Gavin's public professional profile. You can check any number with the professional body.
What Gavin works with
Everything Gavin lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Coping with life changes
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Cancer
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Co-morbidity
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Domestic violence
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- HIV / AIDS
- Isolation / loneliness
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Multicultural concerns
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexuality
- Workplace issues
Approaches Gavin lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
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How Gavin works online
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Gavin will discuss what feels most useful and adapt methods to the person’s goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process where options are tested and adjusted as therapy progresses.
Confirm the therapist's current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work, school or family life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people use approaches such as ACT and CBT in everyday settings so new skills can be practised between meetings.
Questions and answers
What kinds of problems does Gavin help with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem and depression, along with addictions, relationship and family difficulties.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Gavin uses practical, conversational approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centred work and CBT to focus on small, achievable changes.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has four years of professional experience working with people on a range of emotional and life issues.
Where is Gavin based and what credential does he hold?
He works in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He is not taking international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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