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Andrew Westcott, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 11 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Grief Depression

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Andrew Westcott practises person-centred counselling and uses that approach to help people feel heard and understood. He is a BACP member, which means he works within standards set by the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy. Andrew offers a calm space where the client leads the session and the pace is set by the person's needs.

He has 11 years of experience working with bereavement and loss and with many related struggles.

Background and approach

People come to him for help with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and trauma and abuse. He also supports those dealing with anger, low self-esteem and the strain of major life changes. Andrew addresses relationship and attachment concerns such as communication problems, commitment worries and infidelity.

He also helps with complex issues including dissociation, hoarding, domestic violence, and feelings of emptiness, guilt or shame. Carer stress and ageing or fatherhood concerns are included among his focus areas. Sessions aim to give people space to talk and to find their own answers rather than being led by direct questioning.

The counsellor stays alongside the client, reflecting and listening so a clearer sense of direction can emerge over time. This suits people who want a respectful, patient approach to difficult emotions. Andrew works from the United Kingdom and carries his practice experience into online formats.

He offers sessions in English and does not take international clients at this time. To begin, a short matching process helps connect someone to his style before scheduling.

Person-centred counselling online and what to expect

Person-centred Therapy focuses on listening, acceptance and understanding. The counsellor follows the client’s lead, reflecting what is said and helping people notice their feelings and choices. This approach is often used for grief, depression, anxiety and relationship difficulties where someone needs a steady, non-directive space.

Working online with a person-centred approach means the therapist aims to create the same attentive atmosphere as in person, but through video, phone or messaging. Over time the counsellor and client jointly work out which way of meeting suits the client’s needs and goals. That collaborative decision-making helps make sure the method and format fit the person rather than the other way around.

Online sessions come as video calls, phone appointments, live chat or text-based messaging. Video lets people see facial expressions and tone, phone works well when bandwidth is low or for a shorter check-in, live chat gives a typed back-and-forth in the moment, and messaging supports ongoing reflection between sessions. These options increase flexibility and make it easier to fit therapy around work, caring duties and busy lives while still accessing support from registered or accredited professionals.

What kinds of problems does this counsellor work with?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, grief, depression and trauma and abuse, along with topics such as relationship issues, anger and low self-esteem.

What is the therapist's style in sessions?

He uses a person-centred approach where the client leads the conversation and the counsellor reflects and listens rather than directing with questions.

How much experience does the counsellor have?

He has 11 years of professional experience, with a strong emphasis on bereavement and loss work.

What credentials and location are listed for this counsellor?

He is a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises from the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international arrangements are available?

Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are offered?

He offers a range of online options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging.

How does cost work for sessions?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions operate via a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centred Therapy

Experience: 11 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

Contacting Andrew

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Andrew Westcott, BACP

Background and approach

Person-centred counselling online and what to expect

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety