Ian Newman, BACP

Ian Newman is a counsellor registered with the BACP who helps people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship strain and issues linked to LGBT identity. He also works with depression, grief, addiction concerns and feelings of isolation. He encourages people to take the first step and acknowledges that asking for help takes courage.

Ian uses a straightforward, people-first approach. He treats the person as the expert on their own life and draws on their existing strengths. Sessions focus on talking through what matters now and finding small, practical ways to cope with difficult feelings.

He blends client-centred work with mindfulness-based practices. That means Ian listens without judgement and helps people notice patterns in their thoughts and body. Mindfulness techniques are used to build calm, improve focus and reduce reactivity when emotions run high.

Across six years of practice he has supported people with family conflict, communication and commitment issues, and the distress that follows separation and loss. He also offers help for problems such as jealousy, attachment concerns and struggle with life purpose.

Ian aims to make sessions clear and manageable. He works at a steady pace and checks in about goals and progress. To begin, people can use the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.

How therapeutic approaches work in online counselling

Client-Centred Therapy places the person's experience at the heart of sessions. The counsellor listens carefully, reflects what is said and helps people uncover their own solutions. This approach suits problems like low self-esteem, relationship worries and stress because it focuses on what matters to the individual.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple ways to notice thoughts, breath and body sensations without judgement. These practices can reduce anxious reactivity and help with depression, grief and coping during life changes by building steadier attention and calmer responses.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The counsellor will discuss goals, preferences and what feels helpful, then adapt the mix of client-centred listening and mindfulness tasks. This is a collaborative process where approaches can shift as progress is made.

Confirm the available session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They can also suit people who prefer practising mindfulness exercises in their own daily routine. Registered or accredited professionals can explain practical details when you start.