Andrew Westcott, BACP

Andrew Westcott is a person-centred counsellor and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He works in the United Kingdom and has 11 years of practice focused on helping people cope with bereavement, loss and the ongoing stress that follows life changes. His approach aims to make clients feel heard and respected from the first session.

His work is grounded in person-centred or Client-Centred Therapy. Sessions are shaped around what the client brings, with the counsellor offering a calm presence rather than directing the conversation. This style is often used when people face grief, sadness, anxiety or relationship strain.

Andrew supports people through difficult emotions such as anger, guilt, shame and emptiness. He also helps those dealing with trauma and abuse, compassion fatigue, and challenges around attachment, commitment and communication. He listens for the issues that most interfere with daily life and follows the client’s pace.

In practice he does not prioritise a fixed question-and-answer structure. Instead he encourages clients to explore their thoughts and feelings and to find their own answers, with his consistent support. The emphasis is on gradual progress rather than quick fixes.

People choosing his counselling can expect sessions where they lead the topic while the counsellor stays alongside them. The process can be demanding at times, but it aims to help clients gain clarity and relief from persistent worries and patterns.

Person-centred counselling and online support

Andrew’s main approach is Client-Centred Therapy. This method focuses on creating an accepting environment where the counsellor listens deeply and follows the client’s lead. It is often helpful for grief, anxiety, relationship strain and feelings of emptiness because it lets people explore their own answers at their own speed.

Clients can expect a calm, non-directive stance from the counsellor. The therapist aims to provide empathic presence rather than giving advice, which can help people work through difficult emotions like guilt, shame or anger over time. This collaborative stance means the therapeutic approach is chosen together, based on each person’s needs and goals.

Practical benefits of online therapy include easier fitting of sessions into a busy week and the ability to meet without travel. Online work can make shorter check-ins possible and reduce time spent getting to appointments. The original biography does not list which specific session formats are offered, so confirm available options before booking. The therapist will discuss how sessions might fit with daily routines and tailor the approach to match the client’s preferences and practical circumstances.