Geraldine Houston , BACP

Geraldine Houston is a UK-licensed therapist with eight years of professional experience. She holds the BACP credential, which indicates registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and brings a practical, respectful approach to working with people facing a wide range of challenges. Geraldine tailors conversations and treatment plans to each individual, drawing on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address issues such as addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, parenting and intimacy-related difficulties, and other life transitions.

She works with sensitivity and compassion, centring the unique needs and goals of each person she supports. Geraldine understands that reaching out for help takes courage, and she focuses on empowering clients to make meaningful changes and build more fulfilling lives through collaborative, person-focused care.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Flexible Online Therapy

Geraldine uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person she works with. One approach focuses on practical, skills-oriented work that helps people develop coping strategies and problem-solving tools to manage anxiety, stress, addiction-related challenges, and mood difficulties. Another approach emphasizes exploring past experiences and patterns to understand how they influence current feelings and relationships, which can be helpful for trauma, grief, and relationship concerns.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Geraldine works together with clients to identify what fits best for their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting methods as progress unfolds so therapy remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility, allowing clients to meet by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, connect from different locations, and maintain continuity of care when life circumstances change, while still working with licensed professionals and therapists who provide structured, evidence-informed support.