Adrian Hepburn, BACP

Adrian Hepburn is a psychodynamic counsellor with four years of psychotherapy experience. He is a BACP member and has also supported young adults with complex learning needs for up to six years. Adrian focuses on building a steady working relationship so people feel heard and understood from the first session.

He uses a relational style that places the therapeutic relationship at the centre of the work. Sessions usually involve talking through repeated thoughts, feelings and patterns that show up in everyday life. Adrian helps people notice how past experiences shape current behaviour and emotions so they can choose different responses.

Adrian often helps people dealing with relationship strain, family difficulties and parenting pressures. He also supports those coping with depression, anxiety, grief, compassion fatigue and stress. There is experience addressing challenges linked to ADHD, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, and issues such as self-harm, low self-esteem and seasonal mood changes.

Conversations are offered in a calm, non-judgemental way. Adrian tailors communication and the plan of work to each person’s needs and preferences. He aims to make it clear what will be focused on and to set small, achievable goals that feel relevant to daily life.

People who value steady listening, exploring the roots of their feelings, and practical steps for change may find his approach useful. Adrian describes starting therapy as a shared process and offers gentle guidance alongside honest reflection.

How psychodynamic work translates to online therapy

Psychodynamic therapy helps people notice patterns in feelings and behaviour that repeat over time. In sessions the focus is on exploring how past relationships influence present reactions, which can help with issues like depression, anxiety, grief and relationship difficulties.

Adrian uses a relational approach which pays attention to the connection between counsellor and client. That approach lends itself to careful listening and reflection whether the session is by video or phone. The aim is to understand recurring thoughts and make small changes that feel manageable in daily life.

Finding the right approach is part of the work and will be decided together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, then adjust the way sessions run to match those needs. This collaborative process helps make sure the method fits the person's situation.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues, phone sessions can be easier if bandwidth is limited, and messaging or chat is useful for brief check-ins or when writing feels easier. These options offer flexibility for people juggling work, caregiving or other commitments.