Geraldine Noel-Duke , BACP

Geraldine Noel-Duke is a seasoned therapist whose practice blends psychotherapy, psychological insight, coaching and nutritional guidance to support people through stress, anxiety, trauma and a wide range of life challenges. She holds BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and draws on 25 years of experience working across professional therapy services, social care, families, education and youth services both nationally and internationally. Geraldine also brings specialist experience in careers and employment coaching, having worked as a motivational and wellness coach for 15 years, and has recently expanded her practice to include nutritional and skin care therapy.

Her approach is flexible and integrative, combining client-centered listening with evidence-informed methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques and emotionally focused approaches, alongside solution-focused and trauma-informed work. She offers faith-sensitive support as a Christian practitioner when that is helpful to a client, and she tailors interventions to each person - whether the focus is relationships, parenting, grief, body image, eating issues, career transitions or coping with major life changes.

Geraldine typically schedules evening appointments on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, with additional availability on Friday afternoons. She aims to respond promptly to enquiries but notes that at times she may be presenting, attending meetings or working in practice; messages will be returned as soon as possible. Her work emphasizes practical empowerment, helping clients move beyond negative patterns toward more resilient and fulfilling lives.

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Flexible Online Care

Geraldine uses a blend of well-established therapeutic approaches to support change and healing. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people clarify their values, accept difficult thoughts and feelings, and take committed action toward a meaningful life - it is often helpful for anxiety, stress and life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) works by identifying and gently challenging unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, and teaching practical skills to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety and sleep problems. Attachment-Based Therapy explores relationship patterns formed in early life and helps people build healthier connections, which can be particularly useful for issues such as intimacy, family conflict and long-standing relational difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Geraldine works collaboratively with clients and with licensed professionals as needed to decide which methods fit a person’s goals, preferences and circumstances. She adapts her style over time so therapy remains practical and relevant.

Online therapy with Geraldine is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules and for those who prefer remote options. These formats make it easier to access consistent support, maintain momentum between sessions and fit therapy into everyday life.