GLA Counselling & Therapy Services

GLA Counselling & Therapy Services Integrative counsellor based in solihull offering in person and video call sessions. I work with individuals, couples and famlies.

Specialising in addiction therapy, recovery from anxiety and depression and helping people heal from trauma. Zoom and Telephone sessions available

✨ 8 Years Sober Today ✨Eight years ago yesterday I walked into rehab.Still drunk.Exhausted and completely unsure what th...
13/03/2026

✨ 8 Years Sober Today ✨

Eight years ago yesterday I walked into rehab.
Still drunk.
Exhausted and completely unsure what the future looked like.

Today marks 8 years since my first fully sober day.

Back then, I was simply trying to get through each day without alcohol. Recovery in those early days was about building a foundation — learning how to sit with emotions, learning how to live differently, and taking life one day at a time.

What I didn’t realise then was just how much life could grow from that decision.

Over the years that followed I returned to work, became a recovery coach, trained as a counsellor, and eventually opened my own private therapy practice.

But recovery didn’t just change my career path — it changed my life.

I rebuilt healthier relationships with my children and family.
I formed meaningful friendships.
I met a partner.
I’ve travelled, created a home I love, and even taken on the joyful chaos of two dogs.

The life I live today is something I couldn’t have imagined eight years ago. It’s not perfect — but it is peaceful, stable and real, and for that I’m incredibly grateful.

My own recovery journey is one of the reasons I feel so passionate about the work I do today. I know how powerful it can be when someone finally feels heard, supported, and able to start making change.

If you’re struggling with recovery, addiction, or life challenges, please know that change is possible and you don’t have to do it alone.

If you feel ready to talk, my door is always open.

Gemma Allen – Integrative Counsellor (MBACP)
GLA Therapy Services
📍 242 Lyndon Road, Solihull B92 7QW
📞 07932 458444
📧 glatherapy@outlook.com

One day at a time. 💛

🌼 Week Two of March: Let’s talk burnout.Feeling overwhelmed?Snappy?Running on caffeine and fumes?Struggling to switch yo...
08/03/2026

🌼 Week Two of March: Let’s talk burnout.

Feeling overwhelmed?
Snappy?
Running on caffeine and fumes?
Struggling to switch your brain off at night?

Burnout isn’t weakness.
It’s what happens when you’ve been strong for too long.

Stress builds quietly. It creeps in through work pressure, family responsibilities, emotional load, and the constant “I should be doing more.”

You don’t have to crash before you ask for support.

Therapy gives you space to:
✨ Untangle what’s draining you
✨ Set healthier boundaries
✨ Learn how to regulate stress
✨ Feel like yourself again

If you’re running on empty this March, let’s change that.

📞 07932 458 444
📧 glatherapy@outlook.com
Free initial 15-minute consultation available.

Gemma Allen
GLA Therapy Services

🌷 International Women’s Day – 8th March 🌷Today we celebrate the strength, resilience and courage of women everywhere.The...
08/03/2026

🌷 International Women’s Day – 8th March 🌷

Today we celebrate the strength, resilience and courage of women everywhere.

The women who hold everything together.
The women who are rebuilding.
The women who are exhausted but keep going.
The women who are quietly fighting battles no one else sees.

You are allowed to:
✨ Take up space
✨ Have boundaries
✨ Say no without guilt
✨ Put yourself first
✨ Want more for your life

Support isn’t weakness. It’s empowerment.

At GLA Therapy Services, I work with women who are navigating anxiety, burnout, low self-worth, relationship challenges, big life decisions and everything in between.

Therapy isn’t just about surviving — it’s about thriving.
It’s about finding your voice, rebuilding confidence and stepping into your next chapter.

If you’re ready to invest in yourself, I offer a free initial 15-minute consultation.

📞 07932 458 444
📧 glatherapy@outlook.com

Gemma Allen
GLA Therapy Services

🌷 Hello March… a new season, a fresh start.If you’ve been quietly battling anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or that heavy cl...
01/03/2026

🌷 Hello March… a new season, a fresh start.

If you’ve been quietly battling anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or that heavy cloud of depression, you’re not alone.

Anxiety can be exhausting.
Intrusive thoughts can feel frightening and overwhelming.
Depression can make even the smallest tasks feel impossible.

And from the outside?
You might still look like you’re coping.

You don’t have to carry it all by yourself.

I offer a safe, down-to-earth space where you can show up exactly as you are — no judgement, no pressure, no pretending.

If March feels like the right time to talk, I’m here.

📞 07932 458 444
📧 glatherapy@outlook.com
Free initial 15-minute consultation available.

Gemma Allen
GLA Therapy Services

Take the first step towards feeling lighter 🌿

UNF*CK THE SELF-SABOTAGE 💥Self-sabotage isn’t laziness or lack of willpower.It’s usually fear in disguise.It’s the part ...
20/02/2026

UNF*CK THE SELF-SABOTAGE 💥

Self-sabotage isn’t laziness or lack of willpower.
It’s usually fear in disguise.

It’s the part of you that learned it’s safer not to try than to risk failure, rejection, or disappointment.

Self-sabotage can look like:
• procrastinating on things that matter to you
• quitting when things start going well
• talking yourself out of opportunities
• repeating unhealthy relationship patterns
• telling yourself you’re not capable or ready

Often, it’s a protective response — your brain trying to keep you safe based on old experiences.

But what once protected you might now be holding you back.

Therapy helps you understand:
• where those patterns came from
• what triggers them
• how to respond differently
• how to build trust in yourself

This isn’t about pushing harder or “fixing” you.
It’s about compassion, awareness, and learning new ways forward.

If this resonates, you don’t have to untangle it on your own.

💬 Free 15-minute introductory call
📞 Telephone or video sessions available

GLA Therapy Services
Gemma Allen – Integrative Counsellor (MBACP)
📍 242 Lyndon Road, Solihull B92 7QW
📧 glatherapy@outlook.com
📞 07932 458444

Therapy doesn’t have to feel scary or intimidating 🤍I’m a friendly, down-to-earth therapist who believes you should be a...
18/02/2026

Therapy doesn’t have to feel scary or intimidating 🤍

I’m a friendly, down-to-earth therapist who believes you should be able to show up exactly as you are. Come straight from work in your uniform, come in your comfy clothes, come feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or unsure — you’ll be met with warmth, kindness, and zero judgement.

Our sessions don’t have to be serious all the time. There’s space to laugh, to vent, to untangle your thoughts, and to say the things you might feel nobody else understands. Therapy can be a safe, relaxed space where you build a genuine connection and finally get things off your chest 💬✨

If you’ve been thinking about reaching out but feel nervous, this is your reminder that therapy can feel human, supportive, and comfortable — a place where you’re accepted just as you are.

Gemma Allen
GLA Therapy Services
242 Lyndon Road, Solihull B92 7QW
📞 07932 458444
✉️ glatherapy@outlook.com

Please feel free to get in touch for further info and free 15 min intro call. 🌸
16/02/2026

Please feel free to get in touch for further info and free 15 min intro call. 🌸

Modern dating can feel exhausting. Swipe culture, mixed signals, and uncertainty about boundaries can leave even the mos...
13/02/2026

Modern dating can feel exhausting. Swipe culture, mixed signals, and uncertainty about boundaries can leave even the most confident people feeling anxious or disheartened.

If you’re struggling with dating apps, unsure about your non-negotiables, or want support getting clear on your relationship goals, therapy can help you build confidence, strengthen boundaries, and approach dating in a way that feels healthier and more aligned with who you are.

I offer a range of availability with both online and in-person sessions in a safe, supportive space to explore what you want and how to move forward.

GLA Therapy Services
Gemma Allen – Integrative Counsellor (MBACP)
📍 242 Lyndon Road, Solihull B92 7QW
📧 glatherapy@outlook.com
📞 07932 458444

Feel free to get in touch to arrange an initial chat.

UNF*CK THE PEOPLE-PLEASING 💥People-pleasing isn’t a personality flaw.It’s a survival response.It often starts when you l...
08/02/2026

UNF*CK THE PEOPLE-PLEASING 💥

People-pleasing isn’t a personality flaw.
It’s a survival response.

It often starts when you learn that keeping the peace, being “good”, or putting everyone else first feels safer than having needs of your own.

People-pleasing can look like:
• saying yes when you want to say no
• feeling responsible for other people’s emotions
• avoiding conflict at all costs
• overthinking after conversations
• feeling resentful, exhausted, or unseen

Over time, it can leave you disconnected from yourself, burned out, and stuck in relationships that don’t feel balanced.

Therapy isn’t about turning you into someone who doesn’t care.
It’s about helping you feel safe enough to:
• set boundaries
• express your needs
• tolerate discomfort
• choose yourself without guilt

If this resonates, you don’t have to work it out alone.

💬 Free 15-minute introductory call
📞 Telephone or video sessions available

GLA Therapy Services
Gemma Allen – Integrative Counsellor (MBACP)
📍 242 Lyndon Road, Solihull B92 7QW
📧 glatherapy@outlook.com
📞 07932 458444

Understanding Trauma: Healing is Possible🙏🏻Trauma can happen to anyone. It isn’t always a dramatic event; sometimes it’s...
06/02/2026

Understanding Trauma: Healing is Possible🙏🏻

Trauma can happen to anyone. It isn’t always a dramatic event; sometimes it’s repeated stress, loss, or abuse that leaves a lasting mark. Trauma can affect your:
• Thoughts – intrusive memories, flashbacks, overthinking
• Feelings – anxiety, sadness, anger, guilt, or numbness
• Body – tension, headaches, fatigue, difficulty sleeping
• Behaviour – withdrawal, avoidance, or difficulty trusting others

These responses are your brain and body trying to protect you, but when trauma is unresolved, it can interfere with day-to-day life, relationships, and your sense of safety.

Therapy can provide a safe space to process experiences, understand your reactions, and build coping strategies. Healing is possible, and you don’t have to do it alone.

📞 Contact GLA Therapy Services
Gemma Allen – Integrative Counsellor (MBACP)
📍 242 Lyndon Road, Solihull B92 7QW
📧 glatherapy@outlook.com
📱 07932 458444

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