Gemma Bowen
I’m Gemma. I work with individuals and couples as a relationship therapist.
My initial training was as an Integrative counsellor tailoring client’s therapy to what they
bring and adapt to what they feel they need. This is all underpinned by a person-centered approach with use of psychodynamic theory (exploration of how past
experience can inform present feelings) if it feels relevant alongside some CBT
(reframing thoughts, feelings and actions) if it feels helpful.
I went on to complete a degree where I focused on Relationship Therapy.
A bit of info about Relationship Counselling.
In this work, again I use elements of a few counselling modalities. Imago therapy
encourages each partner to explore how early relationship patterns shape current
dynamics, turning conflict into an opportunity for healing and empathy.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) adds a strong focus on attachment needs, helping
couples identify vulnerable emotions beneath reactive cycles so they can build secure,
responsive bonds.
Narrative Therapy invites partners to examine and re frame the stories they tell about
themselves and their relationship, loosening the grip of unhelpful narratives and making
space for new possibilities.
Sessions are usually short term, they last 90 minutes and cost £90 per session.
If you feel like booking a session, or if you have any questions, please fill out an enquiry form.
If this feels a bit impersonal, I’m happy to arrange an initial telephone chat before
deciding. I invite both parties to these calls to allow for transparency and questions.
Relationship issues won’t be discussed on the call; we will save the therapy space for
that. The call will cover logistics, availability, etc.
Best regards,
Gemma