Andrew Wood, BACP

Andrew Wood is a counsellor with seven years' experience helping adults manage anxiety, depression, relationship strain, grief and life changes. He supports people facing stress, career questions, addiction concerns, sleep problems, anger and low self-esteem. He also works with those affected by trauma, ADHD, bipolar mood swings and compassion fatigue.

His style is down-to-earth and practical. He listens first and helps people find small steps that feel doable. Sessions often focus on what is happening now and on tools to cope between meetings.

Andrew draws on client-centred, solution-focused and systemic ideas to shape each plan. That means conversations are guided by the person’s goals, with a focus on solutions and on how relationships and systems affect problems. He tailors the mix to what each person needs.

Andrew holds a BACP credential from the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and completed an MSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy. He has worked in charities and health services and has experience managing mental health and counselling teams.

Sessions are offered online in the United Kingdom in English. He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. To begin, clients use the site’s Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to availability.

How Andrew’s approaches work online

Client-Centred Therapy places the person and their choices at the heart of the work. The counsellor listens closely, reflects what is said and helps the person clarify goals and values. This approach suits people who want a respectful space to make sense of feelings and priorities.

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on small, practical changes that move things forward. Sessions identify strengths and past successes, then build simple steps that can be tried between meetings. It is helpful for people who want quick, goal-driven progress on specific problems.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Andrew will work with the client to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That collaboration means the plan can change as needs shift during therapy.

Online sessions offer practical benefits. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when more connection helps. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier when movement or a hands-free check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging suit shorter check-ins or people who prefer writing. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving or daily life while keeping the focus on progress and goals.