Richard Turner, BACP

Richard Turner provides straightforward, person-focused counselling that aims to make change feel manageable. He draws on approaches that help people notice what matters to them and take steps toward it. He is a BACP counsellor with 26 years of experience and works from a compassionate, non-judgemental stance.

He helps people who are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression and low self-esteem. He also supports those facing addictions, anger, grief and trauma. Relationship and intimacy issues are within his focus, along with challenges linked to ADHD, bipolar and personality difficulties.

Richard uses practical methods to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and try different ways of responding. He also offers a values-led approach that encourages small, meaningful actions. Motivational interviewing techniques are used when people want help finding reasons and strength to change.

Sessions aim to be relaxed and conversational. He listens first, then works with each person to set clear, realistic goals. Over time the aim is to build skills that help in daily life and during difficult moments.

Richard has worked across many settings over more than two decades. That experience informs a flexible way of working that adapts to each person. People can expect steady practical support and a focus on what will help them move forward.

Approaches that suit online counselling

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It focuses on values and small committed actions to improve day-to-day life, which can help with anxiety, depression and motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at patterns of thinking and behaviour and teaches practical skills to change them; it is useful for anxiety, low mood and obsessive thinking.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and how someone responds to different methods. This is a collaborative process and plans can be adjusted as therapy progresses.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to give practical flexibility. Video calls let people have a fuller conversation while phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit into a short break. Live chat and messaging are useful for quick check-ins or when typing feels easier than talking. These options make it simpler to sustain regular contact and fit therapy around life.