Raymond Guddah

Raymond Guddah is a counsellor who combines psychodynamic work with addiction-focused care. He is a Registered Member of the British Association for Counsellors & Psychotherapists (BACP) and has practised in the United Kingdom for over 15 years. His approach is interactive and aims to help people make practical changes in their lives.

Raymond draws on psychodynamic therapy to look at past patterns that shape current feelings and reactions. He uses cognitive behavioural ideas to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try alternatives. Motivational Interviewing supports change when someone feels stuck or uncertain about next steps.

He has extensive experience in community and residential rehab settings and has worked across mental health services. Raymond also has international experience with clients from Europe, North America and Australasia. That background informs how he tailors sessions to different cultural expectations and life situations.

Sessions emphasise respect, sensitivity and compassion while aiming to build the person's own ability to cope. Raymond works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, trauma, grief and ADHD. He also supports people dealing with relationship issues, parenting strain, intimacy difficulties and process-related concerns like gambling or porn.

People who want to make changes are invited to take a first step and begin a process of practical planning and reflection. Raymond encourages collaborative work on goals and adjusts his approach to fit each person's needs and situation.

Approaches that guide online work

Raymond uses psychodynamic therapy to help people understand how past experiences shape current feelings and reactions. This approach looks at patterns that repeat in relationships and daily life, which can be useful for long-standing anxiety, grief or intimacy-related issues.

He also draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing practical alternatives. CBT is commonly used for stress, anxiety, mood changes and managing aspects of addiction. Motivational Interviewing is part of his toolkit too and helps when someone feels unsure about making a change by exploring personal reasons and confidence to change.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Raymond will discuss options with each person and decide together which methods fit their goals, needs and preferences. The process is collaborative and adjustments are made as progress is reviewed.

If you are considering online sessions, please confirm current session options before booking as formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around everyday life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals can use these ways of working to support consistent progress while tailoring length and pace to what suits the individual.