Gary Main , BACP

Gary Main is a BACP-accredited counsellor with over 25 years of full-time professional practice. He has gained extensive experience across a variety of settings, including work with charities and 14 years within NHS service provision. Gary combines professional expertise with a warm, friendly and compassionate manner to create a welcoming, non-judgemental space where clients can explore their feelings and the challenges they face.

He works with a broad range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, bereavement, loss and adjustment, change, relationship breakdown, identity issues, low self-worth, life transitions and addictions. Gary takes a conscientious approach to his practice, aiming to help clients clarify their situation and identify clearer pathways through difficult times.

Clients can expect supportive listening alongside practical guidance tailored to individual circumstances. Gary seeks to be alongside people as they work through change and recovery, offering steady professional support throughout the therapeutic process. He looks forward to meeting clients and supporting them on their journey toward greater understanding and well-being.

Therapeutic approaches and online support with Gary Main

Gary uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then commit to actions that reflect what matters most in their life - a practical way to address ongoing stress, anxiety and life changes.

He also draws on client-centered therapy, offering empathic, non-judgemental listening that prioritizes the client's perspective and supports self-directed growth and confidence as individuals work through issues such as low self-worth, identity concerns and relationship difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Gary works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods suit their needs, goals and preferences. He adapts sessions over time so that the chosen approach fits the client's situation and pace.

Online therapy with Gary is available by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, which makes scheduling more flexible and allows people to access help from different locations. These options can make it easier to maintain regular sessions around work, family or other commitments while staying connected with a licensed professional.