Mind Diagnostics is user-supported. If you buy through a link on the site, we earn a commission from BetterHelp at no cost to you. Learn More

Gareth Barnes, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Gareth is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

Great news, Gareth is accepting new clients!
He is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom

More about Gareth

  • 3 years' experience
  • Male
  • BACP

Hi, I'm Gareth an integrative therapist with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with grief, coping with loss, career difficulties, & depression. I trained with Cruse Bereavment Care and with the homeless charity Depaul before moving into counselling full time.

In my therapy I use person-centered and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques so that we can work together to help you achieve your therapy goals. I tailor my approach to each individual client as all of you are unique and everybody has different needs and requirements.

I have been a client seeking therapy in the past and so I know how daunting making that first step can be, but I am here to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Grief Career difficulties Depression Coping with life changes Guilt and shame Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Social anxiety and phobia Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 397769 · Expires January 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Gareth Barnes

Be the first to rate Gareth. How was your experience?

Frequently asked questions

Does Gareth Barnes offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Gareth Barnes works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Gareth Barnes speak?

Gareth Barnes speaks English.

How many years of experience does Gareth Barnes have?

Gareth Barnes has 3 years of experience.

Where is Gareth Barnes licensed to practice?

Gareth Barnes is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Gareth Barnes accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

No, Gareth Barnes does not accept clients outside of the United Kingdom.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Gareth Barnes offer?

Gareth Barnes offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Gareth Barnes?

Gareth Barnes can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Gareth Barnes?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

Messaging
Live Chat
Phone
Video

When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.