Andrew Lawton-Collins, BACP

Andrew Lawton-Collins helps people who are facing loss, parenting strain, low self-esteem or major life changes. He writes in plain language and offers calm, attentive listening to help people make sense of difficult moments. Andrew holds BACP accreditation and brings five years of practice to each conversation.

He pays attention to both what happens inside a person and to the wider family and social context around them. This means he listens for patterns in relationships and daily life as well as feelings and memories. Sessions are led by what the person brings, not by a fixed template.

Andrew works alongside people to look at trauma, guilt, shame and the practical effects of chronic pain, illness or disability. He aims to help people unpick what might be holding them back. Together they test small changes to see if they help in day-to-day life.

He also supports people dealing with Seasonal Affective Disorder and issues common in young adulthood. Conversations are driven by polite enquiry and careful listening. The aim is to make space for clear thinking and steady steps forward.

Andrew offers a straightforward, respectful approach. He helps people name what matters and plan simple, realistic actions. Sessions focus on practical ways to feel steadier and more able to cope.

Therapeutic approaches and online access

Andrew uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on the person and their relationships. One common approach involves looking at how current relationships and social circumstances affect feelings and behaviour, helping someone spot patterns and try different responses. Another approach centres on listening carefully to trauma and emotional pain without judgment, creating space to name and work through difficult memories and feelings. These ways of working suit people dealing with loss, guilt, chronic illness, or big life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Andrew will discuss options with each person and adapt the way he works to fit their goals and preferences. This collaborative planning helps make sessions relevant and practical from the start.

Online therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different routines. Video calls let people read facial expression and tone, while phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit into a busy day. Live chat and messaging allow shorter check-ins and ongoing written reflection between meetings. These options make it easier to keep therapy going around work, study and family commitments while keeping the focus on real progress.