Edward Thomas

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
• Mindfulness practice
• Solution-Focused work

About Edward

Edward Thomas works on stress, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, relationship and family concerns, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping problems, career pressure, compassion fatigue and LGBT matters using a person-centred, humanistic-existential approach. He is a member of the BACP and has six years' counselling experience.

Edward uses a client-led style that gives people room to reflect and talk through what matters to them. He listens and tries to understand each person's world, offering practical suggestions or challenges when helpful. Sessions tend to focus on helping people notice patterns, make choices and act on what they value.

He draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness practices and solution-focused techniques alongside client-centred and existential ideas. These methods can be used to manage difficult feelings, build clearer direction, and cope with life changes. Edward also works directly on issues such as abandonment, attachment and family of origin concerns.

Since qualifying in 2018 he has worked in organisations, the third sector and in private practice. He has experience delivering counselling and training in colleges and training centres and coordinates counselling for a local mental health charity.

His formal training includes a CPCAB Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, a Foundation Degree in Counselling and an MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy Practice. He has undertaken further courses in ACT, CBT skills, online and telephone counselling, mental health first aid and applied suicide intervention skills training.

Edward aims to make counselling accessible and inclusive. He has developed particular experience supporting people with self-esteem and loneliness and has a growing practice working with LGBT clients. He also works with trainee counsellors and provides tutoring and training.

How his therapeutic approaches work in online counselling

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then commit to actions that reflect their values; it is often used for anxiety, low mood and life changes. Client-Centred Therapy puts the person's own experience at the centre, giving space to reflect and clarify what matters while the counsellor listens and responds without directing the session. Existential Therapy looks at meaning, choice and responsibility, encouraging people to consider what they value and how they want to live in the face of uncertainty.

Deciding which approach to use is part of the work. Edward will discuss options with the person and together they will agree what methods to try based on needs, goals and preferences. That fits with his client-led style and means approaches can be adjusted as therapy develops.

If you are considering online counselling, check which session formats he currently offers before booking. Many people find remote sessions easier to fit around work or study, need less travel time and can choose shorter check-ins when days are busy. Edward has completed training in online and telephone counselling and uses that experience to help make sessions practical and focused, while discussing together how to get the most from each appointment.

Topics Edward lists

• Stress and anxiety
• LGBT
• Self-esteem
• Depression
• Coping with life changes
• Relationship issues
• Family conflicts
• Grief
• Intimacy-related issues
• Sleeping disorders
• Career difficulties
• Compassion fatigue
• Abandonment
• Adoption and foster care
• Aging and geriatric issues
• Attachment issues
• Blended family issues
• Body image
• Cancer
• Caregiver issues and stress
• Commitment issues
• Communication problems
• Control issues
• Divorce and separation
• Emptiness
• Family of origin issues
• Family problems
• Forgiveness
• Gender dysphoria
• Guilt and shame
• Infidelity
• Isolation and loneliness
• Jealousy
• Life purpose
• Men's issues
• Midlife crisis
• Mood disorders
• Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
• Panic disorder and panic attacks
• Personality disorders
• Phobias
• Polyamory and non-monogamous relationships
• Prejudice and discrimination
• Process addictions
• Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
• Self-harm
• Self-love
• Sexual assault and abuse
• Sexuality
• Social anxiety and phobia
• Women's issues
• Workplace issues
• Young adult issues

Ways of working

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Client-Centred Therapy
• Existential Therapy
• Mindfulness Therapy
• Solution-Focused Therapy

Questions about Edward

Does he work with anxiety and depression?

Yes. He supports people with anxiety, stress and depression using person-centred and evidence-informed approaches.

What kind of counselling does he offer?

He offers a client-led, person-centred style that uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness and solution-focused techniques when appropriate.

What experience does he have?

He has six years' counselling experience across organisations, the third sector and private practice, and also works as a counselling tutor and coordinator for a local charity.

Where is he based and what credential does he hold?

He is based in the United Kingdom and is a member of the BACP.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

Yes, he accepts international clients.

How much do sessions cost?

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

How do I start working with him?

Use the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.