Andrew Thomas , BACP

Andrew Thomas is an integrative counsellor based in the United Kingdom who works with adults aged 18 and over. He holds a Foundation Degree in Integrative Counselling (Fda Counselling), and is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) - the professional body for counselling and psychotherapy in the UK. With five years of professional experience, he brings a trauma-informed perspective to work with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, trauma and abuse, grief, family concerns, low self-esteem, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD and a range of related challenges.

His practice draws on a range of clinical models so that therapy can be adapted to each person - blending attachment-based ideas, client-centered principles, cognitive behavioural techniques, psychodynamic thinking and somatic elements when appropriate. He has a particular clinical interest in trauma and integrates concepts from interpersonal neurobiology such as the Window of Tolerance and Polyvagal Theory to help clients understand how the body and nervous system respond to stress. Sessions often include psychoeducation about nervous system regulation alongside practical coping strategies and techniques tailored to the individual.

Andrew aims to be flexible with hours Monday to Friday and typically checks and responds to messages within 24 hours on weekdays, with weekend messages answered on the following Monday. He does not provide couples relationship counselling, court reports, in-depth reports, or formal diagnoses. Please note that Andrew Thomas is not currently accepting new clients.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Andrew Thomas uses a blend of therapeutic approaches that translate well to online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours - it is often useful for anxiety, depression and stress-related problems and lends itself to practical exercises and skill building in remote sessions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns formed in early relationships and how they influence current connections and emotional responses - this approach can help with relationship difficulties, abandonment concerns and intimacy-related issues. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, non-judgemental therapeutic relationship where the client’s goals guide the process - it is helpful for building self-esteem, processing grief and coping with life changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Andrew works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to identify which methods best match a person’s needs, goals and preferences, and adapts the plan as therapy progresses so the client remains central to decisions about care.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, which offer flexibility for people balancing work, family or mobility needs. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home and fit sessions into a varied schedule while working with a therapist to address emotional and practical concerns.