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- Anxiety and panic
- Trauma and grief
- CBT and client centred
About Ian
UK psychotherapist, BACP and NCPS registered, with six years' experience working with adults on anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and related concerns. Ian Wilson focuses on practical ways to reduce distress and to help people think, feel and behave more in line with their goals. He describes his work as contemporary and evidence informed, with particular use of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and trauma‑focused methods.
Ian starts by listening to what is most pressing for each person. He uses clear, rational explanations and simple strategies so people can try things between sessions. Sessions aim to reduce symptoms such as panic, intrusive thoughts or low mood, and to build clearer day to day coping skills.
He has specific experience with panic disorder, obsessions and compulsions, social anxiety and both type 1 and type 2 trauma. Ian also offers focused support for grief and bereavement based on several years' practice in that area. That work involves practical tasks alongside space to make sense of loss.
Therapy draws on client‑centred ways of working alongside Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and trauma‑focused techniques. Ian says he uses brief CBT approaches developed in the UK healthcare context when appropriate. The aim is collaborative problem solving rather than long theoretical discussion.
Sessions are framed around clear goals and steps people can take between meetings. Ian encourages straightforward feedback so the plan can change if it is not helping. He works in English and sees clients based in the United Kingdom.
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How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client‑centred therapy is about listening and following what matters to the person. Online, this looks like giving space for concerns, reflecting what comes up and using that to set practical goals. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on patterns of thinking and behaviour and uses short exercises and experiments. Online sessions can include planning and reviewing these tasks between meetings. Trauma‑focused therapy concentrates on processing traumatic memories and building coping skills to reduce their impact. That can be adapted into paced work with clear stabilisation steps.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Ian will discuss goals, past attempts and what feels manageable, then recommend techniques that fit the person's needs and preferences. The decision about methods is collaborative and reviewed as therapy progresses.
The original profile does not list which session formats he offers, so confirm available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, for example by removing travel time or allowing shorter check‑in meetings during a break. They can also let a person use exercises and worksheets in real time. Ask about session length, frequency and any technical needs when arranging the first appointment.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
Ian works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and family concerns, anger, self‑esteem, career issues and coaching. He also focuses on obsessions and compulsions and panic disorder.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a client‑centred style combined with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and trauma‑focused approaches. Sessions are practical, with clear explanations and strategies to try between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has six years' experience working in psychotherapy settings and has offered grief and bereavement work since 2018.
What credentials and registrations does he hold?
He is listed with BACP and NCPS as supplied in his profile.
Where is he based and what region does he serve?
He practises in the United Kingdom and works with people located in the UK.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options with Ian before booking.
How are fees and starting therapy handled?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.