Ian Deslow, NCPS

Ian Deslow welcomes people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low mood or life changes. He introduces himself plainly and offers a calm, non-judgemental space where clients can talk about what matters to them. Ian presents as a steady presence who helps people set clear goals and work towards them at a pace that suits each person.

Ian draws on person-centred practice alongside cognitive behavioural techniques. In sessions he focuses on listening first, and then helping clients notice patterns in thinking and behaviour that maintain distress. Practical strategies and small, manageable steps are used alongside open conversation about feelings and relationships.

He has four years of experience working in a variety of team-based environments. That background informs a pragmatic approach to problems at work, issues with confidence, and navigating stressful transitions. Ian holds the NCPS credential, which is shown after his name.

Sessions are offered in English and can be arranged throughout the week, including evenings and some weekend times. Ian accepts international clients and works with people who want support for addictions, grief, trauma, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, eating and sleeping difficulties, anger, career questions, ADHD and other challenges listed in his profile.

People who choose Ian can expect straightforward support that mixes listening with practical tools. He encourages clients to set achievable aims and reviews progress together as therapy continues.

How Ian's approaches translate to online therapy

Ian uses a person-centred way of working alongside cognitive behavioural methods. Person-centred practice focuses on listening deeply and helping clients find their own solutions, which suits talking through feelings and relationships. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thoughts and test small changes in behaviour, and works well for anxiety, low mood, panic and workplace stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Ian will discuss aims and try methods that fit the client's needs and preferences. That collaboration means plans can be adjusted as progress is reviewed and new priorities emerge.

Online therapy offers practical convenience. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when visual cues are helpful. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit into a work break. Live chat and text messaging make brief check-ins and written reflection possible between longer sessions. These options give flexibility so therapy can be scheduled around busy days and different time zones.