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John Goodrick, BACP

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

Works with Stress, Anxiety AddictionsAnger managementSelf esteem Depression

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John Goodrick is a therapeutic counsellor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, low mood and problems with self-esteem. He has ten years of experience supporting people with anger, motivation, addictions and other life difficulties. John is registered with the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists, and he works in English with clients in the United Kingdom and internationally.

John keeps his language simple and direct. He aims to be approachable and never patronising, creating a space where a person can talk about their thoughts and feelings.

Background and approach

Sessions are framed around what the person needs right now, with clear practical steps as required. He developed his interest in counselling after more than ten years working in a mental health setting. That background exposed him to many different life situations and helped him understand common social pressures that affect mood and choices.

He later completed a Diploma in therapeutic counselling to move into one-to-one work. John also holds a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Sociology and a Postgraduate Diploma in Careers Guidance. He uses that experience to help people reflect on life direction, work-related stress and decisions about next steps.

In sessions John focuses on listening first, then helping people spot patterns and try practical changes. He offers a calm, straightforward style and supports people through grief, trauma, sleep problems, parenting strains and relationship concerns. The aim is to build manageable routines and clearer ways of coping.

If someone is unsure where to start, John encourages a short first conversation to identify priorities and agree a plan for therapy.

How John works online and what to expect

John describes two straightforward ways of working that often help people. The first is a problem-focused approach where sessions start by identifying a specific difficulty and then testing small changes to reduce distress. This is useful for issues such as panic, sleep problems, low mood and anxiety. The second is a reflective approach that looks at life direction and patterns over time, which can help with self-esteem, relationship difficulties, grief and decisions about work or purpose.

Deciding which way to proceed is collaborative. John will listen to what matters most, discuss options and agree a plan together. That plan can change as needs shift, and clients are encouraged to give feedback so the approach stays useful and relevant.

Online work is offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to fit different routines. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation for a fuller exchange. Phone sessions are useful when bandwidth is limited or when a session needs to fit into a short break. Live chat and text messaging are helpful for brief check-ins, ongoing support between sessions or when someone prefers typing to talking. These options make therapy easier to fit around work, family and travel commitments.

What issues does John commonly help with?

John works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, addictions and self-esteem problems, among other concerns such as trauma, grief, sleep and parenting strains.

What is John’s approach in therapy sessions?

He uses a clear, approachable style that starts with listening and then looks for practical steps to try. Sessions emphasise simple language and workable changes rather than jargon.

How much experience does he have working with clients?

John has ten years of experience, including more than a decade spent in a mental health setting before training in therapeutic counselling.

What credentials and region are associated with John?

John is registered with the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists and is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international arrangements are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and John accepts international clients.

What session formats are available with John?

He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How does someone begin working with John?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Anger management

Also listed

Experience: 10 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

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John Goodrick, BACP

Background and approach

How John works online and what to expect

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

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