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Neil Cochrane, BACP

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

Works with Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression

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Neil Cochrane helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression and relationship strain. He also supports those coping with grief, trauma and abuse, workplace difficulties, parenting strain and issues around intimacy and eating or sleeping. Neil uses plain language and steady pacing to make sessions approachable for someone feeling overwhelmed.

Neil is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. He has four years of counselling experience and works using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, often adapting techniques to fit what each person prefers.

Background and approach

Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer thinking rather than medical jargon. In the room he aims to be non-judgemental and calm. He pays attention to building trust so people can talk honestly about shame, guilt or codependency without feeling criticised.

He will listen first, then help you choose small, manageable actions to try between meetings. Neil often helps people untangle workplace stress or career confusion, and he gives tools for coping with life changes. He also works with men’s issues and young adult concerns, offering straightforward feedback and problem-solving strategies.

Sessions are steady and goal-focused, but adaptable. Neil will check in about what is working and change the plan if needed. The aim is to leave you with clearer thinking and practical ways to handle pressure and difficult feelings.

How CBT and online sessions can help

Neil works with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, often called CBT, which looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours connect. CBT uses short exercises and practical tools to reduce anxiety, manage low mood, address anger and change unhelpful thinking patterns.

He adapts CBT techniques to the online setting by using clear explanations, straightforward homework tasks and short exercises during sessions. This approach suits people who want concrete actions to try between meetings and those dealing with workplace stress, guilt, shame or relationship worries.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Neil will discuss your goals, preferences and the problems you want to solve, then help choose the methods that fit best. He checks in regularly and changes the plan when something isn’t working.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and screen-sharing for worksheets. Phone sessions are useful when bandwidth is limited or for a quick check-in. Live chat and text-based messaging let you send short updates, work through exercises in writing, or fit support around a busy day. These formats make it easier to keep therapy going alongside work, study or family commitments.
What kinds of problems does Neil help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy concerns, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting strain, and coping with life changes.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Neil uses a calm, non-judgemental manner and aims to build trust. Sessions are straightforward, practical and focused on small steps you can try between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has four years of counselling experience working with a range of concerns and applying Cognitive Behavioural Therapy methods in his practice.
What professional credentials and location apply?
He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Neil offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
4 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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