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Ian Saunders, NCPS

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

Works with AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteem

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Ian Saunders is a counsellor with 18 years of professional experience in the field. He works from his own practice in the United Kingdom and supports clients through a mix of video, phone, chat and messaging sessions. Ian holds NCPS, which is shown as his listed credential.

Ian focuses on addictions and relationship difficulties, and often helps people dealing with trauma and abuse, anger, and low self esteem. He also works with concerns such as codependency, commitment struggles, communication problems, control issues, and process addictions like gambling or compulsive exercise.

Background and approach

Ian has a long history of supporting people with drug and alcohol problems. His style is practical and straightforward. He uses client-centred ways of working to follow what each person brings, and motivational interviewing to help when people feel stuck about making changes.

Solution-focused methods are used to find steps that can fit into daily life. Sessions aim to be collaborative and goal-oriented. People can expect a calm, respectful space to talk things through and consider different options.

Ian helps clients name patterns, weigh choices, and plan small changes that build over time. He tailors each session to what the person needs in that moment. Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

Booking begins by completing a short matching questionnaire and arranging appointments to fit the client and therapist schedules.

How Ian's approaches work online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding each person's experience, and it helps when someone needs a space to be heard and make their own choices. Motivational Interviewing uses gentle, guided conversation to explore ambivalence and strengthen a person's own reasons for change, which is useful for addictions and habit change.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Ian will talk with each person about goals and preferences, and together they decide which methods to use or combine. That collaborative planning helps tailor sessions to what actually fits the person's life and aims.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video lets people use visual cues and longer conversation, while phone calls can be better when bandwidth is limited or a simpler check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging are useful for brief updates, shorter check-ins, or when someone prefers not to be on camera. These options give flexibility to fit therapy around work, travel, or busy family days, and they make it easier to keep progress moving between sessions.

What kinds of concerns does Ian help with?

He works with addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, anger, and low self esteem. Additional focuses include codependency, commitment and communication problems, and process addictions.

How would you describe Ian's therapeutic style?

His approach is practical and collaborative, using client-centred listening, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused steps to help people move forward. Sessions focus on clear, manageable actions.

What is his professional background?

Ian has 18 years of experience working in counselling roles and running his own practice. Much of that time has involved supporting people with alcohol and drug difficulties.

Where is Ian based and what credential does he hold?

He practises in the United Kingdom and lists NCPS as his credential.

Can sessions be done in languages other than English?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are online or remote sessions available?

Yes. Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on schedules.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with Ian?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule appointments according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Addictions
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse

Also listed

Anger management
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Drug and alcohol addiction
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Infidelity
Jealousy
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self esteem

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 18 years
Registered with: NCPS
Languages: English

Contacting Ian

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Ian Saunders, NCPS

Background and approach

How Ian's approaches work online

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with addictions