A safe space to heal and grow
Welcome to Gentle Bond Counselling. We provide compassion, confidentiality and professional therapy, tailored to support your emotional well-being and personal journey. Based in Southport, merseyside postcode PR8.
Support tailored to you
Everyone faces challenges differently. We offer individualised therapeutic support designed to help you navigate life's complexities with clarity, resilience, and compassion.
Anxiety and stress
Learn practical strategies and develop deeper understanding to ease overwhelming feelings and restore calm.
Depression and mood
Work through feelings of persistent sadness, low energy, and hopelessness in a non-judgemental environment.
Relationship dynamics
Explore interpersonal difficulties, communication barriers, and build healthier boundaries with loved ones.
Grief and loss
Find compassionate guidance to navigate the emotional pain of significant loss, bereavement, or life transition.
About Gentle Bond Counselling
Gentle Bond Counselling was founded with the belief that genuine empathy and collaborative therapy foster real, enduring change. Based in southport my practice combines a warm, welcoming presence with dedicated clinical integrity, ensuring you always feel respected and heard. counselling that offers gentleness, connection, and a steady presence when life feels overwhelming.
A warm welcome from your counsellor
hello, I'm Alison. I am a qualified counsellor based in the North West, offering both face-to-face and online therapy sessions. My practice, Gentle Bond Counselling, was created out of a commitment to provide a compassionate, confidential, and non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions at your own pace.
Life brings seasons of anxiety, grief, relationship changes, and uncertainty. Whatever you are carrying, I work collaboratively alongside you to help bring clarity, emotional resilience, and gentle healing. Being a person centred counsellor I offer a warm, steady presence where you can feel heard and supported. my approach is gentle, relational and grounded in empathy. I won't rush you or tell you what to do- we'll explore things together, at your pace. There is no judgement, pressure or expectation. My approach is grounded in the belief that healing happens through connection. When we feel safe enough to be ourselves. I will walk beside you, helping you to make sense of your feelings and experiences with care.
I work with many different issues people may have. I have further experience in Domestic abuse, bereavement and relationship issues. I have also had many years of experience in care for disabled and elderly.
What to expect from therapy
Beginning counselling can feel like a daunting step. Here is what you can anticipate from our initial conversation through to regular sessions, ensuring you feel supported and heard every step of the way.
A collaborative therapeutic process
Therapy works best when you feel safe to share openly. We focus on building a trusted partnership, pacing each session according to your comfort and specific goals.
"The guidance and coping techniques I learned have truly transformed how I handle anxiety and stress in everyday life."
Client feedback
Taking your first step
Reaching out for help is a sign of courage. Discover more about session fees, practical details, and answers to common queries to help you decide if we are the right fit for you.
Get in touch
If you would like to ask a question or arrange a consultation, I'd love to hear from you
Gentle Bond Counselling
southport, United Kingdom
Email: gentlebondcounselling@gmail.com
Phone: 07703661917
Sessions and fees
Transparent, straightforward pricing to help you access the support you need, whether online or in person.
Initial consultation
Introductory call
Free (20 mins)
A gentle, no-obligation conversation by phone or video to discuss what brings you to therapy and ensure we are the right fit.
Individual counselling
Face-to-face or online
£50.00 per session
A dedicated 50-minute personal therapy session in a warm, confidential environment designed around your specific emotional needs.
Concessionary rate
Students and low income
£40.00 per session
Subsidised 50-minute counselling sessions to ensure compassionate, professional mental health support remains accessible.
Gentle Bond Counselling
Offering gentle counselling in Southport and online across the UK. Providing a warm, confidential, and compassionate space to help you navigate life's challenges at your own pace.