Andrew Reid, BACP

Andrew Reid helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression and life changes. He works with issues such as grief, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy concerns, anger, and self-esteem. Andrew also supports people dealing with career challenges, bipolar mood concerns, and questions about life purpose and midlife change.

He uses a client-centred way of working that keeps the person at the heart of each session. Conversations are guided by the client’s pace and priorities rather than a fixed agenda. Andrew aims to build a straightforward, respectful connection so people feel heard and understood.

Andrew trained to a Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and holds BACP registration. He has practised since 2011 and brings fifteen years of professional experience to his work. That background includes volunteering with a charity for victims of sexual assault and violence, which deepened his awareness of trauma and recovery.

Sessions tend to focus on what matters most to the person in front of him - repairing communication, working through grief, addressing shame and guilt, or finding new direction. He helps people notice patterns, name their feelings, and make small changes that feel manageable.

People who prefer a non-directive style often find his approach helpful. He combines active listening with gentle questions to help clarify values and goals. The overall aim is steady progress rather than quick fixes.

Client-centred support online and how it helps

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening without directing. The counsellor offers acceptance and reflection so people can find their own solutions. This approach is often helpful for issues such as low self-esteem, grief, relationship difficulties and life purpose questions because it makes space for personal pace and insight.

Andrew’s work emphasises understanding and collaboration. Together the client and counsellor explore what matters, try ways of making small changes, and agree on goals that feel realistic. Deciding which approach to use is part of the process and will be shaped by the person’s needs, goals and preferences.

Online sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. Video calls suit longer therapeutic conversations where tone and facial cues matter. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a quieter check-in is preferred. Live chat and text options make brief check-ins and ongoing support easier to fit around work and family commitments, and they allow reflection in writing rather than speaking.

Working online offers flexibility and helps people access consistent support from different locations. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt the format so sessions feel manageable and useful for the individual.