SPECIALIST IN Anxiety; worry management; depression; loss of motivation/interest; stress; wellbeing and happiness; identity and cultural issues; loss of confidence; low self-esteem; perfectionism; loss/grief; life adjustment; complicated grief; transitions and new beginnings; parenting and neurodiversity; domestic abuse/violence; power/control dynamics in relationship; career changes; return to work after period of illness.
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I am a degree-qualified psychotherapist, online counsellor and clinical supervisor with over 20 years of working in adult mental health. I combine compassionate, human-centred therapy with the benefits of AI-enhanced tools to support insight, clarity, and progress — wherever you are. I bring cultural sensitivity from my cross cultural upbringing and offer a solid base from which to explore, process and gently challenge. Feel free to find out more here https://augmentive.io/professionals/andrea-gavin
SPECIALIST IN Stress • Depression • Anxiety • Trauma • PTSD • Dissociation • Addictions • Eating Disorders • Work Related Issues • Relationships Problems • Body Image • ADHD • Burnout• Physical Disabilities • Self-Esteem • Loss • Bereavement • Change in Career and Life Goals • Post-Natal Depression • Parenting issues
GHP Mental Health Awards 2025 for Holistic Counsellor Year 2025
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Winner of the Private Healthcare Awards 2021 for Most Dedicated Online Counselling Service - London, by GHP Magazine
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All the experiences we encounter from childhood onward shape our belief systems and deeply influence how we relate to ourselves and others. Counselling offers a space to explore and revise unhelpful thought patterns, while supporting you in finding your own narrative and making sense of your struggles. It is a journey of self-discovery and increased self-awareness.
Counselling can provide invaluable support in reconnecting with your inner needs, wants, and desires.
My mission is to create a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where you feel free to offload and explore any issue—without pressure to perform or meet external expectations.
I work holistically, embracing the complexity of being human. I believe that everyone has the capacity to heal and grow in any area of life they choose to focus on.
In my professional practice, I always demonstrate sensitivity to individual differences. I work respectfully and inclusively with clients of all ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, religious and cultural backgrounds—treating everyone with unconditional positive regard.
I am a MBACP-registered Counsellor, specialising in Trauma work, and belong to the accredited register recognised by the Professional Standards Authority for Health and Social Care. I am also accredited by the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS).
I bring over 23 years of experience in Mental Health and Trauma, having worked in a wide range of settings including the NHS, MIND, Drugs and Alcohol Services in London, Carers Centres, EAPs, and Universities.
My approach is Integrative, meaning I draw on a variety of therapeutic models tailored to each client’s individual needs. These include Gestalt Therapy, Person-Centred Counselling, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP). My style is both collaborative and relational.
In our first session, we’ll explore your current concerns and identify the goals you wish to achieve through therapy. This session also gives you the chance to talk freely and be heard in a confidential, supportive setting.
Thank you for taking the time to read this. I hope it has been helpful.
Please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions.
SPECIALIST IN Trauma, Addiction, Anxiety, Depression
I work with adults navigating trauma, addiction, anxiety, ADHD, and the deeper, often unspoken questions around meaning, purpose, and identity. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling lost, numb, or overwhelmed, unsure how to move forward, or make change. I believe real change begins with movement, even if it’s small, even if it’s sideways. My role is to help you create that movement, with honesty, and compassionate challenge. I’ll meet you with warmth and calm, but I won’t just nod and smile. I’m here to help you do the work, to face what’s hard, take ownership of your life, and create real momentum.
My approach is integrative therapy and grounded in both depth and practicality. I draw from coaching, somatic practices, CBT, ACT, DBT, parts work, mindfulness, and nervous system regulation. I also support clients in cultivating wellbeing through lifestyle foundations, exercise, nutrition, and sustainable daily habits.
I became a therapist because I know what it’s like to feel stuck and I know that change is possible. My work is rooted in the belief that if you’re willing to show up for yourself, we can build something new. The path forward isn’t always linear, but it always begins with a decision for change.