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Ian Wilson, BACP, NCPS

Ian Wilson is a psychotherapist based in the United Kingdom.

About Ian

Ian Wilson is a psychotherapist based in the United Kingdom. He approaches conversations with calm curiosity and aims to help people reduce symptoms that are getting in the way of daily life. Ian blends practical tools with a listening style that focuses on the person's needs and goals.

He works with stress, anxiety, panic attacks and obsessive thoughts. He also supports people managing depression, grief and the effects of trauma and abuse.

Background and approach

Relationship strain, family concerns, anger and self-esteem problems are within his practice focus as well. Ian draws on client-centred ways of working to make sure sessions feel relevant and respectful to each person. He also uses cognitive behavioural techniques to help change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns.

Trauma-focused methods are offered when past events are a key part of the difficulty. Ian has six years of practice experience and lists membership with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and NCPS. His background includes work with bereavement and brief CBT approaches used within the NHS.

This mix informs a practical style that aims for clear steps forward. Sessions are conducted in English and take place online by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging. People start by completing a short matching questionnaire and then book a session time that suits them.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	386053	February 2026
NCPS	NCS16-03496	September 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

Everything Ian lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, 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 Ian names

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How online therapy uses different approaches

Ian uses client-centred work to create conversations that follow your pace and priorities. That approach focuses on understanding your experience and helping you feel heard, which can be useful for worries, low mood and relationship strain.

Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, gives concrete ways to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. It often involves setting small experiments, practising new skills between sessions and tracking changes in mood and reactions. This can help with anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive thinking and low mood.

He also offers trauma-focused therapy when past events play a large role in what you are facing. These methods focus on processing traumatic memories and reducing their hold on everyday life, while paying attention to safety and pacing.

Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss your goals, try different ideas and agree which methods feel most useful. That means the plan can change as you learn what helps most.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs. Video is good for deeper conversations and non-verbal cues, phone calls work well when bandwidth is limited, and live chat or messaging can fit quick check-ins or people who prefer not to use a camera. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family or daily life.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Ian help with?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive thoughts and depression. Ian also works with grief, trauma and relationship or family-related issues.

What is his therapeutic style like?

Ian combines client-centred listening with cognitive behavioural techniques. He aims for practical steps you can use between sessions.

How much experience does he have?

He has six years of practice experience, including work in bereavement and brief CBT approaches within the NHS.

Where is he based and what registrations does he hold?

He is based in the United Kingdom and lists membership with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and NCPS.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the UK work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

Sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How are costs and starting steps handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability and use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule according to therapist availability.