Ian Wilson

• Stress and anxiety
• CBT methods
• Grief support

About Ian

Ian Wilson works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, relationship and family concerns, anger, self-esteem, career questions and coaching. He uses a contemporary, evidence-informed approach and draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and trauma-focused work to help people change unhelpful thinking and behaviour. Ian is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). He has six years' experience.

Ian offers straightforward, practical sessions. He helps people identify patterns that keep problems going and tests small changes in thinking or action. He uses client-centred listening alongside structured CBT techniques when useful. For grief and bereavement he offers focused interventions developed through several years of dedicated practice.

Over the past six years Ian has worked with anxiety presentations such as panic and obsessive thinking, and with people affected by single-incident and repeated trauma. He has experience of short-form CBT methods used within UK health services and applies those tools where they fit a person's goals.

Sessions usually involve setting clear goals, practising new skills between meetings, and reviewing progress regularly. Ian blends a compassionate listening style with active problem-solving and practical exercises when appropriate. He explains techniques in everyday language and encourages people to try approaches between sessions.

People interested in working with Ian can expect a focused, goal-oriented style that keeps everyday life in view. He aims to help clients reduce distressing symptoms and regain more confidence in thinking, feeling and acting in ways that matter to them.

How his approaches translate to online counselling

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on careful listening and helping people clarify what matters to them; it supports issues such as low self-esteem, relationship concerns and grief by placing the person's experience at the centre of sessions.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a practical method that looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour. It works well for anxiety, panic, obsessions and low mood by teaching specific skills and structured exercises to try between sessions.

Trauma-Focused Therapy addresses the effects of traumatic events by helping people process distressing memories and reduce ongoing symptoms; it is used when trauma or abuse is part of the presenting difficulty.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, and may combine elements from different approaches as appropriate.

Confirm the session formats available before booking, as the biography does not specify which online or remote options are offered. Online counselling can make it easier to fit appointments around work or family life, reduce travel time and allow brief check-ins when needed. Some formats may be better for shorter check-ins or when video is not convenient, so discussing practical arrangements before the first session helps plan what will work in everyday life.

Topics Ian lists

• Stress and anxiety
• Trauma and abuse
• Grief
• Depression
• Relationship issues
• Family conflicts
• Anger management
• Self-esteem
• Career difficulties
• Coaching
• Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
• Panic disorder and panic attacks

Ways of working

• Client-Centred Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Trauma-Focused Therapy

Questions about Ian

Does he work with anxiety and panic?

Yes. He lists anxiety, panic disorder and panic attacks among his main concerns and uses CBT to address these problems.

What kind of counselling does he offer?

He combines client-centred therapy with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and trauma-focused approaches in a practical way.

How much experience does he have?

He has six years' experience working in counselling and psychotherapy.

Is he registered with a professional body in the UK?

Yes. He is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) as stated.

What languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people abroad work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, as described in his profile.

How do I start a session with him?

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