John Andrews , BACP

John Andrews offers a warm, non-judgmental counselling approach that invites people to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences at a comfortable pace. He works from humanistic principles, believing that given empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard, people have an innate capacity for growth, healing, and increased self-understanding. He also draws on psychodynamic ideas, helping clients to gently examine how early relationships and past experiences may shape present patterns and emotional responses.

In sessions he emphasizes the therapeutic relationship as a core part of the process - a collaborative space where trust and respect create the conditions for deeper awareness. Whether addressing anxiety, grief, relationship issues, a sense of being stuck, or overwhelming stress, he aims to combine compassionate listening with careful exploration so clients can develop clearer insight and practical ways forward. He holds the BACP credential - the designation associated with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which indicates a recognised professional affiliation in the United Kingdom.

John’s work focuses not only on easing immediate distress but also on supporting a fuller understanding of the self, with the goal of helping people live more freely and more in tune with their values and identity.

Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions support them

John Andrews integrates client-centered and cognitive behavioral approaches to tailor therapy to each person's needs. Client-centered therapy focuses on empathy, acceptance, and creating a trusting relationship so clients can explore their feelings and values; it is often helpful for people dealing with self-esteem, relationship matters, or life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, evidence-informed approach that looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and helps people develop new skills to manage anxiety, depression, addictive patterns, and stress. Existential elements may also appear in his work, encouraging exploration of meaning, choice, and identity when people face difficult life questions or major changes.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. John works with clients to identify what feels most relevant to their goals and preferences, adapting techniques over time so the therapy fits the individual rather than forcing a single method.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, to work with therapists from different locations, and to continue continuity of care when in-person meetings are impractical. Licensed professionals can use these formats to provide consistent, focused support while tailoring sessions to each person’s circumstances.