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Russell Bresgall, BACP

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

Works with Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesGriefDepression

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Russell Bresgall uses a person-centred approach as the starting point in his work. He focuses on building a trusting relationship so people feel heard and understood. Russell draws on different methods to help with everyday problems and deeper emotional pain.

He is Russell Bresgall, a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has 12 years of experience. People come to him for stress, anxiety, depression and relationship worries.

Background and approach

He also helps with addictions, grief, sleep and eating difficulties, and issues around intimacy and self-esteem. Russell works with concerns such as anger, career questions, and coping with life changes. He also has experience supporting those facing compassion fatigue and ADHD-related struggles.

In sessions Russell uses client-centred listening alongside cognitive behavioural tools to help people notice and change unhelpful patterns. He also draws on existential ideas to help people wrestle with meaning and life choices. Mindfulness practices are introduced when useful to reduce overwhelm and increase presence.

His style is practical and down to earth. Conversations are paced to match what each person needs, with space for reflection and small steps towards change. He encourages clients to set realistic goals and to notice the things that help them feel more able day to day.

Russell offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging for flexible access. Sessions are available across the United Kingdom and to international clients. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a time that works for them.

Online approaches that fit different needs

Russell commonly combines client-centred work with cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) when offering online sessions. Client-centred therapy focuses on empathetic listening and building a caring therapeutic relationship, which helps people feel understood and able to reflect on their concerns. CBT offers practical tools to spot unhelpful thoughts and habits and to try small behavioural experiments that can ease anxiety, low mood and stress.

He also draws on existential therapy when people want to explore meaning, choices and life direction. That approach helps with feelings of emptiness, commitment worries and questions about life purpose by inviting honest reflection rather than quick fixes.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Russell will discuss options and tailor methods to each person’s needs, goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process where therapist and client agree on what to try and review progress together.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls are close to face-to-face conversation and useful for deeper work. Phone sessions suit people who prefer not to be on camera or have lower bandwidth. Live chat and text-based messaging allow brief check-ins, written reflection and shorter exchanges that can fit into busy days. These formats make it easier to work around schedules and to keep therapy consistent.
What kinds of problems does Russell help with?
He supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression and grief. He also works with addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, sleep and eating concerns, anger, self-esteem and career questions.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Russell uses a person-centred approach that prioritises listening and building trust. He blends this with cognitive behavioural techniques, mindfulness and existential reflection as needed.
How much experience does he have?
He has 12 years of clinical experience working with a range of emotional and practical difficulties.
Where is he based and what credentials does he hold?
He practises in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
International clients are accepted, allowing people in other countries to arrange sessions with him.
What session formats are available?
Russell provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How do I start working with him and what does it cost?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire, then schedule according to availability. Cost varies with location and the subscription model can be cancelled at any time.

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Experience
12 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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