Andrew Wood, BACP

Andrew Wood helps people facing relationship strain, grief, career questions and major life changes. He also supports those dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, sleeping problems, parenting pressures, anger and low self-esteem. His practice covers mood conditions such as depression and bipolar, and he works with issues like ADHD, trauma, compassion fatigue and carer stress.

Andrew keeps sessions straightforward and practical. He listens without judgement and aims to make space for clear, manageable steps. Conversations focus on what matters now and on small changes that can ease day-to-day life.

He describes his work as integrative, drawing on a few different ways of working to suit each person. That means sessions might emphasise the person’s own goals, practical solutions, or patterns in relationships depending on what is most helpful. The method is chosen with the client rather than imposed.

Andrew holds an MSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. He also has Relate’s Certificate in Relational Counselling and is a member of the International Coaching Federation. These are the credentials listed in his biography.

Before independent practice he worked across the NHS and with charities and employee assistance services. Roles have included managing counselling services and leading clinical teams. That background informs his interest in both personal and work-related problems and in practical routes to change.

How his approaches translate to online work

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating an accepting space where the person sets the pace and priorities; it helps with low mood, self-esteem and being heard. Solution-Focused Therapy looks for practical steps and small changes that build momentum quickly, which can suit stress, anxiety and career decision-making. Systemic Therapy pays attention to relationship patterns and how interactions influence feelings, useful for relationship strain and family-related difficulties.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options with each person, try ways of working, and adapt based on what the client finds most useful. Goals, preferences and everyday life all shape the plan together.

The biography does not list particular session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can help fit sessions around busy schedules, reduce travel time and make it easier to check in during a lunch break or after work. It can also allow shorter or more focused meetings when that suits a specific goal. Many registered or accredited professionals use remote sessions to make therapy more accessible, and the practical benefits are often about convenience and continuity rather than changing what happens in therapy.