Gavin Reid, BACP

Gavin Reid is a fully qualified integrative counsellor who centres his practice on a person-centred approach, offering a respectful and non-judgmental space for exploration and growth. He works especially with LGBTQ+ clients and those navigating sexualised drug use, addiction, sexual health, identity, relationships, and general mental well-being. Drawing on both professional training and lived experience, Gavin brings an understanding of how stigma, shame, and intimacy issues can affect connection and recovery.

His practice blends a range of therapeutic methods to suit each person’s needs, incorporating cognitive-behavioural techniques, transactional analysis, and mindfulness strategies while remaining grounded in a person-centred framework that lets the client lead the pace and focus of therapy. He seeks to tailor interventions so they align with an individual’s values and goals, promoting self-acceptance and resilience.

Gavin holds BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and has a foundation degree in counselling, a diploma in Gender, Sex and Relationship Diversity Therapy, and additional qualifications in working with trauma. He aims to help people make meaningful changes that reflect their lived experience and personal priorities.

Client-Centered and Mindfulness Approaches for Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, non-directive space where the client’s priorities guide the work. In practice this means the therapist listens deeply, reflects understanding, and helps the client explore values, identity, and relationships at their own pace. This approach can be especially helpful for issues around self-esteem, identity exploration, and relationship challenges.

Mindfulness Therapy introduces simple attention and awareness practices to help people relate to difficult thoughts and feelings with more clarity and calm. Short mindfulness exercises can support stress and anxiety management, improve emotional regulation, and aid recovery from patterns linked to addiction or shame.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is done collaboratively. Gavin will work with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online sessions - via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - offer flexibility for busy schedules and for those who prefer remote support. These options make it easier to access registered professionals and to maintain continuity of care without travel, helping people sustain momentum in therapy while fitting it into everyday life.