Timothy Williamson, BACP
Timothy Williamson is a counsellor who focuses on helping adults manage anxiety, depression and grief.
About Timothy
Timothy Williamson is a counsellor who focuses on helping adults manage anxiety, depression and grief. He works online and offers both short and long term therapy. Timothy uses straightforward language and aims to make sessions feel approachable and manageable for people under strain.
He listens first to understand what has brought someone to therapy. Sessions often begin with the everyday problems that make life harder - panic, low mood, constant worry or the weight of bereavement.
Background and approach
Timothy helps people talk through those experiences and notice patterns that keep problems going. Timothy draws on a mix of approaches to suit each person. He uses attachment ideas to look at how early relationships shape current feelings.
Cognitive behavioural techniques help people test unhelpful thoughts and try small, practical changes. Gentle psychodynamic work can uncover repeated emotional patterns that lead to distress. His practice is practical and reflective.
Sessions aim to balance talking about feelings with learning tools to cope day to day. Timothy keeps language simple and focuses on clear steps people can try between sessions. Timothy is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
He has three years of clinical experience working with a wide range of concerns, including trauma, addictions, relationship strain and issues around identity. He offers sessions by video, phone, live chat or text messaging to suit different needs.
Details from the counsellor's public professional profile · registration number listed
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| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 378142 | May 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
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 Timothy lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Depression
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Family problems
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Ways of working Timothy names
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Naming an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor lists and does not check training records.
How Timothy’s approaches work online
Timothy often uses attachment-based work to help people understand how early relationships shape their current feelings and reactions. This approach looks at patterns of connection and distance and can be helpful for people struggling with abandonment, trust or persistent relational anxiety.He also uses client-centred counselling which focuses on listening without judgement and following the person’s pace. This helps people feel heard and name what is most important to them before trying new strategies.
Cognitive behavioural techniques are used to break down unhelpful thoughts and behaviours into manageable steps. These tools are practical and suit issues such as panic, obsessive thinking, low mood and coping with life changes.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Timothy will talk with each person about their goals, preferences and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together they decide which elements to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.
Online sessions can make therapy easier to fit into a busy life. Video calls let people work face to face from a chosen location, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and live chat or text messaging suit shorter check-ins or people who prefer typing. These options give flexibility so therapy can continue around work, family or other responsibilities.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does Timothy help with?
He supports people experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, grief and trauma, plus concerns such as addictions, relationship strain, parenting stress and issues linked to identity.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a blend of attachment work, client-centred listening and cognitive behavioural techniques, with moments of psychodynamic reflection and mindfulness when suitable.
What is his professional background?
Timothy has three years of clinical experience working with adults on a broad range of emotional and behavioural issues.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He practises in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Timothy offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and communication preferences.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
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?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to therapist availability.