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Fabian Wood, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 3 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, Anxiety Addictions LGBTRelationship issuesDepression

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Fabian Wood helps people facing anxiety, stress, addiction and relationship concerns. He offers calm, straightforward support for those feeling overwhelmed, stuck or unsure where to begin. Fabian writes plainly and listens closely so people can start to name and understand their feelings.

He uses short-term techniques when needed alongside deeper conversations about meaning and identity. Fabian trained in the United Kingdom and holds an MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy and a BSc in Psychology.

Background and approach

He has three years of professional experience and is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. His work often begins with a simple question: what’s making this hard right now? From there he and the person setting goals together choose practical tools and ways of reflecting that suit the situation.

He draws on person-centred ideas to create a respectful, non-judgemental space where someone can talk through feelings at their own pace. Fabian has focused experience supporting people with addiction and recovery. He has worked in charity and NHS roles and supports those at different stages of change, from ongoing substance use to longer periods of recovery.

He also has experience with gender dysphoria and broader LGBTQIA+ matters, helping people explore identity and the stresses that can come with it. He pays particular attention to men’s emotional health and to issues such as guilt, shame, sexuality and process addictions including gambling or problematic pornography use.

Sessions are practical and collaborative, with options for short-term coping skills or deeper exploration as needed.

Approaches that shape online therapy

Fabian uses person-centred work to prioritise what matters to the person in front of him. This approach focuses on listening, empathy and reflection so someone can better understand their feelings and make choices that fit their values. It is helpful for people who need time to name emotions or work through identity questions.

He also adopts short-term practical techniques from cognitive and behavioural methods to help manage overwhelming thoughts and emotions. These techniques teach concrete coping skills for anxiety, cravings and low mood, and are useful when someone wants tools to use between sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Fabian treats this as a collaborative process and will help clients and therapists choose methods that suit the person’s goals and preferences. Plans can combine deeper exploration with hands-on strategies and evolve as progress is made.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text messaging gives flexible access to support. Video lets people use visual connection for fuller conversation. Phone sessions can be easier when video is difficult or bandwidth is low. Live chat or messaging suits quick check-ins, short reflections or people who prefer writing to talking. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family and daily life.

What concerns does Fabian specialise in?

He focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues and depression, with additional work around gender dysphoria, sexuality and men’s emotional health.

What is his therapeutic style like?

Fabian combines a person-centred approach with practical techniques when needed. He aims for a respectful, non-judgemental space and collaborative goal setting.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has three years of professional work experience in counselling and psychotherapy roles.

What credentials and where is he based?

Fabian holds an MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy and a BSc in Psychology, and is registered with the BACP in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the UK work with him?

He is not currently accepting international clients; his practice is based in the United Kingdom.

What session formats does he use?

Fabian offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How does cost and starting therapy work?

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What this therapist works with

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Depression
Drug and alcohol addiction
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Men's issues
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Relationship issues
Sexuality
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia

Experience: 3 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

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Fabian Wood, BACP

Background and approach

Approaches that shape online therapy

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety