Welcome to my website
Welcome to my remote counselling services. I’m Gavin Reid MBACP, a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), and I’m here to offer you compassionate and professional support, wherever you are.
MEET GAVIN
(HE/HIM)
Thanks for visiting my page. If you are here, I expect you are thinking of having therapy and perhaps considering me to be your therapist, or looking for a gay therapist in Manchester.
My name is Gavin, I use he/him pronouns, and I am a white, neuro typical, able bodied, cis gay man. I volunteer with a local LGBTQ+ charity, and I sing with the Manchester Proud Chorus.
Finding the right counseller takes time and understanding; benefit from a free fifteen minute introductory session to see if we’re the perfect fit for your journey.
Community Involvement
In addition to my private practice, I volunteer at two local LGBTQ+ charities. This work keeps me deeply connected to the community and informed about the current challenges facing LGBTQ+ individuals.
My Services
Person Centered
Person-centered therapy is a humanistic approach that emphasises empathy, unconditional positive regard, and genuineness. Developed by Carl Rogers, it focuses on creating a non-judgmental, supportive environment where clients feel empowered to explore their feelings, gain self-awareness, and find their own solutions, fostering personal growth and self-acceptance.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a well-established and evidence-based therapeutic approach that focuses on identifying, understanding, and changing patterns of thinking and behavior. It’s widely used to treat a variety of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, and stress-related issues. Here, we delve into how CBT works and its potential benefits.
Transactional Analysis (TA)
Transactional Analysis (TA), developed by Dr. Eric Berne, explores interactions between individuals through three ego states: Parent, Adult, and Child. By analyzing these states and transactions, TA helps improve communication, resolve internal conflicts, and enhance relationships, effectively addressing self-esteem and emotional regulation issues.