Gillian Ashby
Person-centered, attachment-informed counsellor for life transitions
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About
Gillian Ashby is an ACA-registered counsellor based in Australia with nine years of clinical practice. She holds a Master of Counselling and a Bachelor of Education, and carries Level 4 clinical registration with the Australian Counsellors Association. Her approach is integrated, grounded, structured and practical, with an emphasis on creating sustainable change that fits day-to-day life.
She supports people through life transitions such as career shifts, relationship challenges, separation, relocation, parenting changes, addiction and women's issues. Her training includes extensive work in Addictions Counselling, Family and Loved One's Counselling, and support for significant others impacted by substance use. She also offers parenting support, career management and relationship counselling.
Gillian works with individuals, couples and families and is a fully qualified Systemic Family Therapist. Her clinical focus includes stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, coping with life changes and coaching, with additional attention to areas such as attachment and abandonment concerns, blended family issues, caregiver stress, eating and food-related problems, and drug and alcohol addiction.
She supports people through life transitions such as career shifts, relationship challenges, separation, relocation, parenting changes, addiction and women's issues. Her training includes extensive work in Addictions Counselling, Family and Loved One's Counselling, and support for significant others impacted by substance use. She also offers parenting support, career management and relationship counselling.
Gillian works with individuals, couples and families and is a fully qualified Systemic Family Therapist. Her clinical focus includes stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, coping with life changes and coaching, with additional attention to areas such as attachment and abandonment concerns, blended family issues, caregiver stress, eating and food-related problems, and drug and alcohol addiction.
- Location:
- Australia, Australia
- Years Experience:
- 9
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship issues, Coping with life changes, Coaching
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Cancer, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Phobias, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: ACA
- NPI Number:
- License: ACA
Online and remote therapy options
Gillian combines Client-Centered Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy in remote sessions to address relationship patterns and the client's immediate experience. Client-Centered Therapy places the client's perspective at the center of each session, while Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early and current relationship dynamics shape responses to stress, connection and separation. Sessions can include focused discussion of communication, commitment and coping strategies, and attention to addictive patterns when relevant.
She offers individual, couples and family counselling through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. The online format is used to deliver an integrated, structured and practical process that emphasizes collaborative goal setting, real-life strategies and family or partner work when needed. Prospective clients who prefer a client-led dialogue alongside exploration of attachment themes may find this combination aligns with their needs.
What is Gillian Ashby’s clinical experience?
Gillian has nine years of professional experience in counselling and related clinical work.
What qualifications and registrations does she hold?
She holds a Master of Counselling, a Bachelor of Education and carries Level 4 clinical registration with the Australian Counsellors Association (ACA).
Which languages does she speak?
This profile lists English as the language she uses in therapy.
Where is Gillian located?
She is based in Australia.
How can clients work with her remotely?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging for remote counselling.
Does she accept international clients?
No. The profile indicates she is not accepting international clients.
What does it cost to work with Gillian?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her services?
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