Hilary Rock-Gormley, NCPS - Therapist in United Kingdom

Attachment-based work
Solution-focused steps
Trauma-informed care

About Hilary

Hilary Rock-Gormley is a counsellor registered with NCPS and has 26 years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. She works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression and anger. Hilary's starting point is that each person knows their story best and brings strengths to work with. She invites clients to take practical steps toward clearer thinking and better daily coping.

Hilary uses approaches that help people understand patterns in relationships and behaviour. She draws on attachment-based ideas to look at how early and current relationships shape reactions. Psychodynamic work is used to notice recurring themes and feelings that show up in present life. This can be useful for longstanding worries and repeated conflicts.

She also uses client-centred ways of working, offering space for people to speak and be heard without pressure. Solution-focused techniques help set short-term goals and try practical changes that can relieve stress quickly. Trauma-focused methods are used when past events continue to cause distress and interfere with daily life.

Sessions are straightforward and conversational. Hilary aims to help people spot small shifts that make days easier. She also supports those coping with change, loss, caregiving stress and health-related concerns.

People interested in starting are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and book an initial session. The approach is collaborative and action-oriented, helping clients try out different ways of responding to anger, resentment or frustration.

Approaches used in online sessions

Hilary commonly uses attachment-based work and client-centred methods in her online practice. Attachment-based work looks at how early and current relationships shape emotional reactions and helps people notice patterns that fuel anger or mistrust. Client-centred methods focus on listening and reflecting so people can put their own concerns into words and decide what matters most to change.

She also draws on psychodynamic ideas to identify repeating themes and feelings that affect current behaviour. That approach can help when anger keeps returning in similar situations and a person wants to understand why. Together the therapist and client review what fits best and agree a plan to try in between sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Hilary treats this as a collaborative process and will help you choose methods that match your goals and preferences. She reviews progress and adjusts the focus as needed so the work stays practical and relevant.

Session formats should be confirmed before booking as the biography does not list specific options. Many people find online sessions easier to fit around work or caring responsibilities, or useful when travel is difficult. Online meetings can also allow shorter check-ins and flexible scheduling to test new ways of handling anger in everyday life.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Depression Coping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoaching

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCancerCaregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability CodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separation Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFirst responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness JealousyLife purposeMidlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues Young adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

26+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?

Hilary works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, anger and related life changes such as caregiving stress and health issues.

What is her approach to therapy?

She combines attachment-based, psychodynamic and client-centred approaches with practical solution-focused steps. The aim is to understand patterns and try small changes that ease day-to-day strain.

How long has she been practising?

She has 26 years of professional experience working with people on a range of emotional and behavioural concerns.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is registered with NCPS and works from the United Kingdom.

Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?

Sessions are available to international clients and are offered in English.

Which session formats are offered?

Please confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are available for meetings.

How much does therapy with her cost?

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

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.