- listening first
- gentle pacing
- goal focused
About Brian
Brian Thompson is a counsellor who uses a client-centred approach to help people find their own path through hard times. He draws on five years of experience supporting people facing grief, relationship pain, past trauma, low self-worth, depression and anxiety. He aims to treat each person as a whole individual rather than a set of symptoms.
He listens closely and avoids a one-size-fits-all method. Sessions focus on what matters to the person in front of him and build on their strengths and values. Trust and steady listening are central to how he works.
Brian encourages people to name what they want from therapy and checks in regularly about how the work is going. This helps shape the pace and direction of sessions so they stay useful and relevant.
He has experience with bereavement including complex grief, survivors of suicide, abusive relationships, loneliness and disconnection, and parenting-related strain. He also supports people dealing with stress, anger, eating concerns, career decisions and LGBT related matters.
Sessions take the time needed to hear what’s really going on and to help people make practical changes where they want to. To begin, clients follow the site’s booking steps and schedule a first appointment to talk about their goals and next steps.
How client-centred work translates to online therapy
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the relationship between counsellor and client. It aims to create a space where a person feels heard and can make sense of their experiences. This approach can help with grief, trauma, anxiety, low self-worth and relationship concerns by letting the client set the pace and topics.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The counsellor will work together with the client to decide what feels most helpful, checking in regularly about goals and how sessions are progressing. That collaborative planning helps shape how sessions are run and what is prioritised.
If you are considering online sessions, please confirm which formats are available before booking because the biography does not list specific options. Online work can make therapy easier to fit into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow quicker check-ins when needed. It also lets people choose arrangements that suit them, such as shorter conversations for a hectic day or longer sessions when more time is needed.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this counsellor address?
He works with relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, stress and anxiety. He also helps with parenting strain, eating concerns, anger, self-esteem and career questions.
What is the main therapeutic style used here?
He practises Client-Centred Therapy, which centres on listening and building a trusting relationship so people can find their own understanding and solutions.
How much experience does he have?
He has five years of practice working with bereavement, trauma, depression and related issues.
Where is the counsellor based and what credentials do they hold?
The counsellor is based in the United Kingdom and is listed with the BACP.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with this counsellor?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with this counsellor?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the counsellor's availability.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.