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- Client-Centred Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
About Richard
BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom with six years of practice experience, Richard Whitelaw focuses on stress, anxiety, grief, anger, self-esteem and depression. He works with people who are struggling to cope and who want practical ways to feel steadier in day-to-day life.
Richard uses client-centred methods that keep the person in the lead. He also draws on mindfulness to help slow down racing thoughts and on Internal Family Systems to map different parts of a person’s feelings and reactions. Sessions are conversational and aim to identify small, usable steps between meetings.
He pays attention to issues that often sit behind mood and behaviour, such as attachment and abandonment concerns, difficulties with control, and financial stress. He also supports people facing separation, caregiving strain, body image worries, and periods of isolation or low motivation.
In practical terms Richard focuses on clear goals and simple strategies. He helps people notice unhelpful patterns and try out alternatives in everyday situations. People leaving sessions typically have a short list of actions to work on before the next meeting.
His approach is straightforward and unadorned. Conversations aim to make sense of what is happening now, link it to past patterns when useful, and test practical adjustments. To begin he asks for a short intake questionnaire and then works with the person to plan a first session.
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How his approaches work in online sessions
Client-Centred Therapy puts the person’s concerns at the centre of each meeting. The therapist follows the client’s lead, listens for what matters most, and helps set practical goals. Mindfulness Therapy uses brief exercises and attention practices to reduce reactivity and manage anxiety or low mood. Internal Family Systems helps name and map different parts of someone’s feelings so they can be understood and given different roles.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Richard works collaboratively to decide which methods fit the person’s needs, goals and preferences. He will check in about what feels useful and adjust the way sessions are run over time.
Confirm the session formats before booking as current options are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week and to keep continuity between meetings. They also allow shorter check-ins when that suits, and can remove travel time so sessions fit around work or caregiving. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists often use these practical benefits to help people maintain regular contact and make steady changes.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What issues does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, grief, anger, self-esteem and depression, plus related concerns such as attachment problems, caregiving stress, body image and financial worries.
What is his therapeutic style?
His style is client-centred and conversational, using mindfulness and Internal Family Systems to identify patterns and practical steps between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has six years of professional practice experience in the United Kingdom.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
International clients are accepted.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.