Gillian Trueman, BACP

Gillian Trueman is a therapist qualified to Master's degree level, having completed an MSc in Pluralistic Counselling at Abertay University. She adopts a pluralistic, multidisciplinary approach that seeks the most helpful route for each person rather than applying one fixed method.

Her practice is trauma informed, with extensive experience working with trauma and PTSD and an awareness of how these issues can affect daily life and relationships. She describes herself as neurodiversity friendly, is ASIST trained, and is kink-aware, offering both talking therapy and a more holistic combination of supports when appropriate.

Gillian works collaboratively with clients toward their therapeutic goals, whether that means navigating difficult relationships, exploring patterns of behaviour, or finding ways to manage anxiety and workplace stress. She aims to tailor the therapeutic process to individual needs, drawing on different techniques and perspectives to help people move forward in a way that suits them.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Gillian draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy as key strands of her work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being driven by them, and supports building a life guided by personal values - useful for anxiety, low mood, and uncertainty. Trauma-Focused Therapy attends directly to the impact of traumatic experiences, helping people process memories and learn ways to reduce their ongoing effects on daily functioning.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Gillian works collaboratively with each client to determine the best fit. She explores goals, preferences, and practical needs together with the person seeking help, adapting methods so therapy remains relevant and effective for their situation.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter or more frequent exchanges are possible through live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, access support from different locations, and maintain continuity of care even when schedules change.