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Patrick Yardy

Patrick Yardy

BACP United Kingdom

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Empathetic counsellor for addictions and loss

  • Addictions support
  • Grief and loss
  • Self-esteem help

About Patrick

Patrick Yardy supports people facing addictions, low self-esteem, grief, depression and life changes. He also focuses on drug and alcohol addiction, HIV / AIDS, obsessive-compulsive concerns, personality disorders and sex addiction. Patrick is based in the United Kingdom and works in English. He is a BACP member and has twelve years of professional experience.

Patrick creates a calm space to talk and be heard. He aims for conversations that feel respectful and non-judgemental. He encourages people to set small goals and notice steady steps forward rather than rush change.

His approach puts the person’s experience at the centre of sessions. That means listening closely, reflecting back what matters, and helping people make sense of difficult feelings. Sessions are shaped around each person’s needs and priorities rather than a fixed agenda.

Patrick emphasises practical coping strategies alongside attentive listening. He helps people spot unhelpful patterns and try different ways of responding. Work can include exploring values, rebuilding self-esteem and managing urges linked to addiction.

People who choose Patrick can expect straightforward, empathetic support and a collaborative pace. He aims to empower people to take decisions that feel right for them. To begin, follow the site process to match and book sessions according to availability.

How client-centred work can fit online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening, empathy and placing the person’s perspective at the heart of the work. It helps people feel understood and gradually clarify what matters to them, which can support issues like depression, low self-esteem and grief. The approach is about reflecting back feelings and priorities rather than directing the outcome.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Patrick will work together with each person to decide what style and pace suit their needs and goals. That collaborative process helps tailor conversations and practical steps so sessions feel relevant and manageable.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit work into a busy life by reducing travel time and allowing sessions from different locations. It can also support shorter check-ins when needed or sessions without being on camera if that makes speaking easier. Registered or accredited professionals offering online work aim to help clients build practical coping strategies and clearer thinking while fitting therapy into everyday routines.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Additional focus areas

Drug and alcohol addictionHIV / AIDSObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersSex addiction

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Patrick commonly help with?

He supports people dealing with addictions, grief, low self-esteem, depression and coping with life changes, plus related areas such as drug and alcohol addiction, HIV / AIDS, obsessive-compulsive issues, personality disorders and sex addiction.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He uses a person-centred approach that focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to the client. Sessions emphasise the client’s priorities and aim to build understanding and practical steps forward.

How much experience does he have?

He has twelve years of professional experience working with a broad range of issues in the United Kingdom.

What credential does he hold and where is he based?

He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are offered for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does he work with clients outside the UK?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?

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

How do I begin therapy with him?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.

Patrick Yardy

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