Cynthia Gentle

• Depression
• Narcissistic abuse recovery
• Perinatal mental health

About Cynthia

Cynthia Gentle works on self-understanding and developmental issues, with attention to cultural identity and self-worth as central concerns. She helps people with depression, narcissistic abuse recovery, perinatal mental health, miscarriage and HIV/AIDS, among other difficulties. Cynthia is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has five years' experience.

Her approach is interpersonal and developmental. Sessions focus on how early relationships and cultural background shape current feelings and behaviour. Cynthia uses talking and reflecting to make patterns easier to understand and change. She draws on several methods including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and attachment-based ideas when useful.

She also works with more practical problems such as sleep disruption, eating concerns, workplace stress and career questions. Conversation may include planning small experiments, checking how actions match personal values, and learning ways to respond differently in relationships. Cognitive behavioural techniques are available to help with thinking and behaviour patterns.

Cynthia pays attention to issues linked to identity and belonging. That can include discrimination, multicultural concerns and how shame or guilt affect everyday life. She offers support for people dealing with isolation, grief, domestic violence effects, and relationship breakdown.

People can expect a calm, straightforward way of working that focuses on clear steps and understanding rather than jargon.

How therapeutic approaches work in online sessions

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, focuses on how thoughts, feelings and actions influence each other. In sessions this often means identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing small behavioural changes to reduce distress.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, ACT, encourages noticing difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values. It uses small exercises to help people act in line with what matters to them despite emotional discomfort.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will discuss options and help decide what fits best based on a person's goals, needs and preferences. This is a collaborative process and can change over time as issues shift.

The practical benefits of online work include fitting sessions into a busy week and reducing travel time. If you want to use online sessions, confirm the specific formats available before booking so you know what to expect. Many people find it easier to keep regular appointments when sessions can be scheduled around work or family commitments.

Topics Cynthia lists

• Stress and anxiety
• Addictions
• Relationship issues
• Grief
• Depression
• Trauma and abuse
• Intimacy-related issues
• Eating disorders
• Sleeping disorders
• Parenting issues
• Anger management
• Self-esteem
• Career difficulties
• Bipolar disorder
• Compassion fatigue
• ADHD
• Abandonment
• Attachment issues
• Divorce and separation
• Domestic violence
• Forgiveness
• Guilt and shame
• HIV and AIDS
• Hoarding
• Infidelity
• Isolation and loneliness
• Jealousy
• Multicultural concerns
• Narcissism
• Pregnancy and childbirth
• Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
• Self-love
• Sex addiction
• Social anxiety and phobia
• Women's issues

Ways of working

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Attachment-Based Therapy
• Client-Centred Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Questions about Cynthia

Does she work with anxiety and stress?

Yes. Anxiety and stress are listed among the concerns she helps people with.

What kind of counselling does she offer?

She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, attachment-based ideas, client-centred work and cognitive behavioural techniques.

What experience does she have?

She has five years' experience working with the issues listed in her profile.

Is she registered with a professional body?

She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Can I have sessions in another language?

Sessions are offered in English and Shona.

What session formats are available?

The biography does not specify session formats; please confirm the current session options before booking.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I get started?

Select the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.