- Years in practice
- 9
- Registration
- NCPS
- Languages
- English, Czech, Slovak
- Focus
- Relationship issues
- Focus
- Trauma and abuse
- Focus
- Grief
About Gabriela
Gabriela Mikitova is a therapist with nine years of clinical experience in the United Kingdom. She holds NCPS as a credential and offers counselling and psychotherapy for adults and younger clients. Gabriela focuses on practical, down-to-earth support for people facing life changes and emotional pain.
She draws on a mix of therapeutic approaches rather than one fixed method. Sessions are shaped around each person’s situation, drawing on techniques that fit the moment.
Background and approach
Gabriela prioritises a respectful, non-judgemental space where people can speak openly about fear, grief, trauma or relationship strain. Parents often turn to her for help with the stresses of raising children, family conflict and communication problems. She also supports people dealing with depression, anxiety, sleep problems, anger and challenges related to ADHD or bipolar mood variations.
Gabriela pays attention to cultural and social pressures that can add to distress. Her way of working is collaborative and practical. She listens first, then suggests small steps clients can try between sessions.
Sessions can include talking, skills practice and reflection to help people manage emotion and behaviour in daily life. Gabriela speaks English, Czech and Slovak, and she works with people in the UK as well as international clients. She has experience in both independent practice and school counselling, and she adapts her approach to suit different ages and needs.
What Gabriela works with
Everything Gabriela lists, in their own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Gabriela helps people with.
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Domestic violence
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Money and financial issues
- Multicultural concerns
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Gabriela lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting relationship. The therapist follows the person’s lead, reflects what they say and helps people find their own solutions; this approach is useful for emotional pain, low self-esteem and relationship worries.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It uses simple exercises to test unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviours, which can help with anxiety, depression, sleep problems and stress.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Gabriela will discuss different ways of working and choose methods that match the client’s goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process that may shift as needs change.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to give practical flexibility. Video calls are close to face-to-face and suit deeper conversation, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to use video. Live chat and messaging can work well for brief check-ins, reflection between sessions or when written communication feels more comfortable. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy family lives and varied schedules.
Questions people ask about Gabriela
What kinds of problems does Gabriela help with?
She works with a wide range of concerns including relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting stress, self-esteem struggles, anxiety and depression, plus issues such as sleep problems, anger and career stress.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and pragmatic. She listens first, then uses tools from different approaches to suit each person’s needs while keeping sessions straightforward and practical.
What background and experience does she have?
Gabriela has nine years of experience working in independent practice and as a school counsellor. That mix gives her experience with both adults and younger people in educational settings.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She holds NCPS and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, Czech and Slovak, and she is available to work with international clients.
What formats are available for online sessions?
Clients can choose video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging depending on what suits them best.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling sessions according to the therapist’s availability.
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