Directory entry

Thomas Hazell, BACP

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

Works with Stress, Anxiety LGBTRelationship issuesGrief Self esteem

Ready when you are

Thomas sees clients through BetterHelp. Answer a few questions to ask about starting - free, and no commitment.

Affiliate link. We will earn a commission if you sign up, at no cost to you.

Thomas Hazell helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief and low self-esteem. He also supports those coping with trauma, anger, career worries, depression and big life changes. Thomas is a BACP counsellor and has four years of practice experience.

He aims to make the first step feel manageable for someone who is nervous about counselling. Clients can expect straightforward, person-focused sessions where they set the pace. Thomas uses a mix of talking, reflective listening and practical techniques so conversations lead to clearer choices.

Background and approach

He pays attention to how past experiences shape present feelings and behaviour, while also exploring small changes that bring relief. He draws on client-centred work to follow what matters most to the person in the room. Cognitive behavioural ideas are used when thoughts and routines are keeping someone stuck.

He also brings psychodynamic thinking to understand deeper patterns that repeat over time. Typical issues he sees include blended family tensions, caregiver stress, commitment and control concerns, breakdowns like divorce and separation, and problems linked to money or fatherhood. He also supports people dealing with domestic violence, infidelity, guilt, shame and isolation.

Sessions are offered in English and delivered online by video, phone, live chat or text messaging. Thomas works from the United Kingdom and follows the standards of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). To begin, a short matching questionnaire is completed and sessions are scheduled to suit the person.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Thomas commonly uses client-centred work which means the session is shaped around the person’s concerns and pace, helping people feel heard and understood. He also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques to spot patterns in thinking and behaviour and to try practical changes that reduce distress.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Thomas will discuss goals, try different ways of working and adjust methods based on what helps most. This is a collaborative process where the person’s preferences guide which methods are used.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging to increase flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when visual cues matter, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging make shorter check-ins or ongoing support possible without scheduling a full call. These options help people fit therapy around work, caring duties and daily life.

What kinds of concerns does Thomas help with?

Thomas supports people with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, trauma and abuse, anger, depression and coping with life changes, among other issues.

What is his general approach in sessions?

He uses a person-centred style that follows what matters to the client, combined with practical techniques to change unhelpful thoughts and routines.

How much experience does he have?

Thomas has four years of experience working as a counsellor with a range of concerns and backgrounds.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Therapy is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How does payment and cost work?

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

How do I start therapy with him?

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

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Stress, Anxiety
LGBT
Relationship issues

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 4 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

Contacting Thomas

Thomas takes enquiries through BetterHelp. You answer a few questions about what you are looking for, then arrange sessions if it seems like a fit. Browsing costs nothing and you are not committing to anything by reading this page.

Thomas Hazell, BACP

Background and approach

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety