Barry Golten, BACP

Barry Golten is a counsellor who helps people tackle issues such as anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship strain and jealousy. He brings a calm, practical approach and aims to make sessions straightforward and useful. He has a background in charity work and training, and now combines therapy and coaching in his practice.

Barry trained originally as an integrative counsellor and has worked for many years in the charity sector. He later became a manager and then a trainer and consultant delivering training in trauma, attachment and resilience. That mix of hands-on support and teaching shapes how he works now.

He blends person-centred listening with a psychodynamic view of how past relationships influence current patterns. He also draws on solution-focused ideas that look for small steps forward rather than getting stuck on explanations. Internal Family Systems is part of the toolkit he uses to help people understand inner parts and how they relate.

Sessions are described as present-focused and collaborative. Barry aims to be fully engaged in each meeting and to help people find practical ways to move toward their goals. He also offers coaching when clients want a more directed, goal-orientated focus.

People who come because of grief, addiction, work stress or questions about intimacy find a blend of practical tools and reflective space. He welcomes conversations about identity and relationship styles, including non-monogamy and LGBT concerns. The aim is to help people discover resources within themselves and take manageable steps forward.

How his approaches translate to online work

Internal Family Systems invites people to notice different inner parts and how they relate to one another. In practice this means naming feelings and noticing the reactions behind them, which can help with issues like jealousy, shame or anger.

Person-centred listening focuses on being heard and understood. It gives space for difficult feelings to be spoken about without pressure, and can help when coping with life changes, grief or identity questions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Barry will work together with each person to decide which methods suit their needs and goals. That collaboration includes checking whether coaching or a more reflective therapy focus is most helpful.

Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit around work and family life, or useful when they need a shorter check-in or do not want to travel. Registered or accredited professionals often use online meetings to keep continuity of care and to offer flexible scheduling.