Andrew Merz , BACP

Andrew Merz is a United Kingdom-based counsellor with five years of professional experience supporting people through depression and life transitions. He approaches each person with sensitivity, respect, and compassion, and adapts conversation and treatment to match the needs of the individual. He focuses on building a collaborative relationship so clients can explore their goals and find practical ways to move forward.

Andrew is credentialed with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which is a national body for counselling professionals in the UK. He believes that taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage, and he offers steady support throughout that process. Sessions are tailored to each client - from the pace of work to the therapeutic techniques used - with the aim of helping people feel understood and better able to manage everyday challenges.

Clients working with Andrew can expect an empathetic, person-focused approach that honours their experience while offering clear, achievable options for change. He is committed to helping people build resilience, improve wellbeing, and make meaningful progress toward the life they want.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Andrew draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as part of his practice. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being driven by them, while focusing on actions that reflect personal values - it can be useful for stress, anxiety, and low mood. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns of relating and can help with difficulties in intimacy, grief, or relationship challenges. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical strategies to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, which can support recovery from depression, anxiety, and repetitive negative cycles.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Andrew works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts techniques over time, combining elements when that helps a client make steady progress.

Online therapy with Andrew is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people with busy schedules or those who prefer remote care. These options make it easier to fit therapy into everyday life and to keep momentum between sessions while working with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor support to each individual.