Gary Main, BACP

Gary Main is a BACP-accredited counsellor with over 25 years of full-time professional practice, including a wide range of roles in charities and 14 years working within NHS services. He brings a warm, friendly and compassionate manner to his work and aims to create a welcoming, non-judgemental space where people can express their feelings and explore the difficulties they face.

His practice focuses on depression, anxiety, bereavement and loss, adjustment to change, relationship breakdown, identity concerns, low self-worth, life transitions and addictions. He takes a conscientious approach to therapy, helping clients to identify clearer pathways through their challenges and to build practical ways of coping.

As an accredited member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - he follows recognised professional standards of practice. He values collaboration and will work alongside clients as they navigate change, offering steady support and practical guidance. He looks forward to meeting people ready to explore their concerns and to support them through their journey toward greater clarity and resilience.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Gary Main draws on established approaches to help people navigate emotional difficulties and life changes. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and taking meaningful action - it is often useful for anxiety, stress and coping with change. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on empathy, active listening and supporting clients to find their own solutions, which can be helpful for issues like low self-worth, identity concerns and relationship difficulties. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) explores patterns in close relationships and supports people to access and express deeper emotions to improve connection and resolve distress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and he will work collaboratively with each person to identify what fits best based on their needs, goals and preferences. This collaborative style helps tailor sessions so therapy feels relevant and practical.

Online therapy offers flexible options that can fit around work, family and daily life. Sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, allowing people to choose the format that feels most comfortable. These options increase accessibility and make it easier to maintain continuity of care while working with registered professionals and therapists.