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Ian Smith, BACP

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

Works with Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesDepressionADHD

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Ian Smith welcomes people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, addiction or low mood. He introduces a direct, calm approach so someone can say what matters without feeling judged. Ian aims to make the first steps easier for anyone who is worried about relationships, grief, parenting or questions about identity and intimacy.

He draws on ten years of experience in mental health and social care. Ian uses practical talking methods to help people manage difficult feelings and behaviours.

Background and approach

He listens for what already helps, then works with clients to build on those strengths. Ian mixes a few different ways of working depending on the person. He uses techniques from cognitive behavioural approaches to spot unhelpful thinking.

He also uses acceptance and commitment ideas to help people focus on what matters most to them. Attachment-based thinking guides his work where relationship patterns matter. He keeps sessions centred on each person’s goals and pace.

Conversations tend to be straightforward and focused on small, doable steps. Ian is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. He offers sessions across the United Kingdom and accepts international clients.

Sessions are available in English and use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a time that suits them. Ian supports phone, video, live chat and text messaging sessions to fit different needs and routines.

Approach-led online therapy for everyday struggles

Ian commonly uses cognitive behavioural therapy, which helps people spot and change thinking patterns that lead to unhelpful feelings and behaviours. CBT is practical and often useful for anxiety, low mood and problems with sleep or eating.

He also draws on acceptance and commitment therapy, which focuses on identifying personal values and taking small actions that matter. ACT can help when people feel stuck by difficult thoughts or emotions and want to live in line with what matters to them.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Ian will discuss options and adjust the way he works to fit a person’s goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process so the plan may change as needs become clearer.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging to suit different routines. Video calls are good for face-to-face conversation, phone sessions can fit a break at work and use less bandwidth, while live chat or messaging suits short check-ins and people who prefer typed communication. These options make it easier to keep therapy going around school, work and family life.
What kinds of problems can I bring to sessions?
Common concerns include stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and grief. Ian also addresses issues like ADHD, parenting strain, eating and sleeping problems, and career or identity questions.
How does Ian approach therapy with clients?
He combines practical methods to help people change unhelpful thoughts and habits while also working on values and relationships. Sessions focus on clear goals and small, manageable steps.
What professional background does he bring?
Ian has ten years of experience working in mental health and social services settings. That background informs a straightforward, supportive way of working with many different presenting issues.
Where is Ian based and what credential does he hold?
He practises in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
Can I have sessions in another language or from overseas?
Sessions are offered in English. He accepts international clients, so people outside the UK can work with him.
What formats are available for sessions?
Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. The range allows flexibility for different schedules and communication preferences.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Costs vary with location and the subscription plan used by the service. Sessions run on a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Ian?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
10 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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