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Dr. Wouter Dreyer, BACP

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

Works with Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

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Dr. Wouter Dreyer helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression or big life changes. He offers calm, steady support for those coping with trauma, relationship strain, addictions, low self-esteem and struggles such as ADHD or bipolar symptoms.

His way of working is straightforward and collaborative, aiming to make therapy feel practical and understandable. He uses a relational approach that focuses on being heard and understood. Sessions look at how early experiences, family patterns and important life events shape present thoughts and feelings.

Background and approach

That can help people notice repeating patterns and begin to try different ways of relating to themselves and others. Dr Dreyer draws on cognitive behavioural methods to help with unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, alongside psychodynamic ideas that explore deeper roots of difficulty. Solution-focused techniques are used where people want clear, short-term goals and practical steps to move forward.

He trained at the University of Nottingham and holds a postdoctoral master’s degree in Counselling with distinction. He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP, and has worked for more than 12 years in military, industry and academic settings.

People looking for both short-term strategies and longer-term self-understanding often find his mix of practical tools and reflective conversation useful. He aims to create a respectful space where people can make sense of their story and try new ways of coping.

Sessions are offered in English and take place online by video, phone, live chat or messaging, with practical options to fit different schedules.

How his approaches work online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating an accepting, non-judgemental space where the person’s experience is central; it helps people who need to explore feelings and build self-understanding. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and offers practical techniques for anxiety, low mood and unhelpful habits.

Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to your goals and try different methods to see what helps most. Together you will decide whether to focus on short-term problem-solving, deeper exploration of past patterns, or a mix of both.

Online work uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text messaging to make therapy flexible. Video lets you talk face to face, phone works well when bandwidth is limited, live chat can suit shorter check-ins and messaging supports quick reflections between sessions. These options help fit sessions around work, family and other commitments while keeping therapeutic continuity with registered professionals.
What kinds of concerns can I bring to therapy?
Dr Dreyer works with stress, anxiety, depression and trauma along with relationship issues, addictions and self-esteem problems. He also supports people facing parenting pressures, grief, career changes and neurodiverse challenges such as ADHD.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
The style is relational and collaborative, aiming to help people feel heard while working on practical changes. He mixes reflective conversation with goal-focused techniques to suit different needs.
What professional background does he have?
He completed a postdoctoral master’s degree in Counselling with distinction at the University of Nottingham and has over 12 years of professional experience. His work spans military, industry and academic settings.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He practices from the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, noted as BACP.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available online?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
12 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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