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Andrew Westcott

Andrew Westcott

BACP

Therapist · United Kingdom · 11+ years of experience

A calm person-centred counsellor

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  • Supports grief and loss
  • Focus on everyday life
  • Listening-led sessions

About Andrew

Andrew Westcott is a person-centred counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He offers a calm, non-judgemental presence where people lead the conversation and work at a pace that feels right for them. He focuses on helping people through grief and loss alongside a broad range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and anger.

Over 11 years he has supported people dealing with depression, self-esteem issues and major life changes. He also helps with challenges such as compassion fatigue, caregiver strain, attachment worries and problems with commitment or communication. Andrew pays attention to how past experiences like abandonment, domestic violence or dissociation can affect day-to-day life.

In sessions he listens without directing the story. Rather than asking lots of questions he aims to reflect what is said so people can find their own understanding. This style can help people notice patterns and make practical changes they want to try.

His way of working is steady and patient, intended to make difficult material easier to face. He supports people through painful feelings while helping them explore workable next steps. Andrew’s approach places the person’s own goals at the centre of the work.

He practices in the United Kingdom and works in English. People who wish to start complete a short questionnaire through the Start Therapy button and then schedule sessions according to his availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesGuilt and shameHoardingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisPanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered Therapy

Experience

11+ years

Credentials

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Client-Centred practice and online support

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on offering a warm, accepting space where the person sets the pace and topic. The counsellor mirrors and reflects what is said rather than directing the session, which can help with issues like grief, anger, anxiety and relationship strain.

People benefit from a gentle, listening-led approach when they need time to make sense of painful feelings. This method encourages self-discovery and helps people notice patterns that affect daily life. It can be useful for those coping with loss, difficulty trusting others, overwhelming stress or ongoing low mood.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, and they will adapt the way they work together as understanding grows. This is a collaborative process rather than a one-size-fits-all solution.

The original biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm available session types before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people join from different locations within the United Kingdom while working with registered or accredited professionals and therapists who can help tailor the experience to individual needs.

At a glance

Listed location
United Kingdom
Experience
11+ years
Credentials
BACP
Languages
English
Registration (United Kingdom)
BACP · No. 97176

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Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Andrew help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief and anger among other concerns. Additional focuses include attachment, caregiver stress, hoarding and infidelity.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He practises person-centred or Client-Centred Therapy, which means the person leads while the counsellor listens and reflects. This helps people find their own answers rather than being given solutions.

How much experience does he have?

He has 11 years of experience working with people facing bereavement and many other difficulties. That background shapes his approach to supporting painful or complex emotions.

Where is he based and what credentials does he hold?

He practices in the United Kingdom and is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, abbreviated as BACP.

Which languages and international arrangements are supported?

Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options with the service before booking.

How are sessions charged?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and registration details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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