- Person centred
- Focus on resilience
- Works with trauma
About Gayle
Gayle Shingler meets people where they are. She aims to make first conversations straightforward and calm for those feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, trauma or confidence problems. Gayle explains steps simply and listens for what matters most to each person.
She uses a person centred approach that focuses on the individual's needs. That means sessions centre on the client's concerns, and she brings in other ways of working when they help. Gayle has three years of professional experience and has supported people with depression, addictions and bipolar feelings as well as those coping with major life changes.
Gayle has worked with teenagers and young adults and has experience supporting people affected by domestic abuse. She also helps with parenting pressures, relationship worries, grief and the particular strains that follow adoption, foster care or blended family situations.
Practical, down-to-earth conversations are central to her way of working. She helps people notice patterns, try small changes, and build confidence over time. Sessions aim to be a place to talk through immediate problems and plan workable next steps.
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients. Gayle is registered with NCPS, which is listed as her credential. To begin, people select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to availability.
How evidence-based approaches work online
Gayle relies on a person centred way of working that keeps the client's priorities at the front. This approach means sessions focus on the person's immediate concerns and what they want to change, helping people feel heard and understood. Evidence-based techniques may be introduced alongside this to address specific difficulties such as trauma reactions or problematic habits.Two common approaches Gayle is likely to use are paced talking and practical coping strategies. Pacing means the counsellor follows the client's lead, allowing difficult topics to be discussed at a manageable speed to reduce overwhelm. Practical coping strategies include step-by-step plans for managing anxiety, cravings or low mood, with small tasks to try between sessions.
Choosing the right approach is a shared process. Gayle will discuss options with each person and adapt methods to match their goals and preferences. That collaborative planning aims to make therapy useful from session one.
The biography does not list which online formats are offered, so please confirm session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into daily life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also makes access possible for people outside the local area and for those juggling work or family commitments.
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Experience
3+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Gayle help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions and trauma. She also helps with self esteem, relationship and parenting concerns.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Gayle works in a person centred way, keeping the client's priorities central. She will add other helpful techniques when they suit the situation.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including domestic abuse and work with teenagers and young adults.
Where is she based and what credential does she hold?
She practises in the United Kingdom and lists NCPS as her credential.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and she can work with people internationally.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not specify session formats, so please confirm current options before booking.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.