- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- Attachment-based work
About Gillian
Gillian Ashby is an ACA counsellor in Australia with nine years of experience. She works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction concerns, relationship strain and major life changes. She also offers coaching-style support for practical next steps.
Gillian describes how people can look capable on the outside while feeling exhausted inside. She talks with clients about burnout, difficult transitions such as separation or retirement, and the impact of substance use on relationships. She also supports people who care for others through illness or ageing and those facing communication and commitment challenges.
Her approach is practical and structured. Sessions focus on real-life change that can be sustained between meetings. Gillian draws on person-centred methods to help people explore their own goals and on attachment-based ideas to look at long-standing patterns from early relationships.
She has a Master of Counselling and a Bachelor of Education, and holds Level 4 clinical registration with the Australian Counsellors Association (ACA). Her background includes specialist work in addictions counselling and support for people affected by a loved one’s substance use.
In the room she aims to help people identify clear steps and manageable adjustments. Typical work includes coaching through career decisions, developing communication skills, and making plans for separation or changing family roles.
Someone considering therapy with Gillian is invited to think about the practical changes they want. She encourages prospective clients to reflect on what patterns from their family of origin still show up now, and to begin by booking an initial session to set clear goals.
How attachment and person-centred approaches work online
Gillian uses attachment-based ideas to look at how early relationship patterns influence current behaviour and feelings; this can help when someone notices repeated roles around closeness, control or avoidance. She also draws on client-centred methods that focus on the person's own goals and choices, giving space to identify what practical changes matter most.Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. Gillian will discuss what a client wants to achieve, consider their preferences, and together select methods that match those goals. The focus is on practical steps and checking in on what is or isn't working as therapy progresses.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm the available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into a workday, reduce travel time and allow short check-ins when required. They also permit quieter or lower-bandwidth options if someone prefers not to be on camera. The therapist will discuss which session structure suits the client's needs and daily routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, abandonment and caregiver stress.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and structured. She uses person-centred and attachment-based approaches to help people make sustainable changes.
How much experience does she have?
She has nine years of professional experience working with adults on issues such as burnout, transitions and the impacts of substance use.
What credentials and where is she based?
She holds ACA registration with Level 4 clinical recognition and is located in Australia.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking as formats are not specified here. Please check the booking flow for the formats offered.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies by location. Sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.
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