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Scott Thorneycroft, BACP

Scott Thorneycroft is a counsellor who uses Person-Centred principles at the heart of his practice.

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About Scott

Scott Thorneycroft is a counsellor who uses Person-Centred principles at the heart of his practice. He combines this with other therapeutic methods and creative techniques to shape sessions around each person. Scott works from a straightforward, down-to-earth style and speaks plainly about worries and goals.

Scott focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions and low self-esteem. He also helps people dealing with depression and coping with life changes. Additional areas of attention include body image, communication problems, emptiness, guilt and shame, and isolation or loneliness.

Background and approach

He has three years of experience working with people both in person and remotely. His practice aims to build a trusting relationship first, then look at the practical steps that help people feel steadier. Sessions are designed to be flexible, so methods and tools are chosen to suit individual needs.

Scott pays attention to issues that often sit alongside mental health concerns. These include life purpose, men's issues, and process addictions such as pornography, exercise or gambling, and sex addiction. He explains options clearly and helps people weigh what might work for them.

People can expect a calm, non-judgemental space to talk things through. Scott emphasises listening and collaboration, and he aims to support each person as they make changes at their own pace.

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BACP 408311 March 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

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How therapeutic approaches work online

Scott brings Person-Centred practice into online work, which means sessions begin with listening and building a strong relationship. This approach helps when the main goal is to feel heard and understood, and it supports work on self-esteem, depression and loneliness.

He also blends in other evidence-based techniques and creative methods chosen for the person's situation. These practical techniques might include exercises to manage anxiety, strategies for coping with urges in addiction, or tasks to improve communication and body image. Each method is explained and tried in collaboration with the client to find what fits best.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Scott will help decide which methods suit a person's goals, preferences and day-to-day life, and will adjust the plan as progress is made. That collaborative process helps people feel involved and in control of change.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text messaging. Video calls are useful for in-depth conversation and visual cues, phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit a break at work, while live chat or messaging can suit shorter check-ins or people who prefer writing. These formats make therapy more flexible and easier to fit around daily life with registered or accredited professionals available across the United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Scott commonly help with?

Scott works with stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem and depression. He also supports people coping with life changes and related areas like body image and loneliness.

What is his therapeutic style like?

His practice is grounded in Person-Centred principles, offering a warm non-judgemental space. He mixes those principles with other therapeutic methods and creative techniques to suit each person.

How much experience does he have?

Scott has three years of professional counselling experience working in both face-to-face and remote settings.

Where is he based and what credential does he hold?

He works in the United Kingdom and is associated with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Scott offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How does payment and cost work?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. You can then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.