My goal is to help you understand why you feel the way you do and help you find the tools and support you need to cope and move forward. I work with an integrative model of counselling that draws on several different theories and techniques to create a personalised approach that is tailored to each individual client and their unique needs, goals and circumstances. By combining different therapeutic ways of working creates endless possibilities for you to grow.
About me and my practice
Hi, I am John, and I specialise in supporting people through anxiety and depression. Having experienced severe anxiety and depression myself I understand that you can feel stuck, and you are unable to move forward with your life or enjoy the things you are used to. I can help you to understand why you feel the way you do. How you feel is unique to you, so we will work in a way that fits your individual needs, helping you to find ways to move forward in a meaningful way.
I work with adults as well as children and young people over the age of 11.
I am committed to guiding you towards positive change. I welcome clients from diverse backgrounds. I am here to help and will never judge you.
Together, we'll explore three key approaches. I use person-centred counselling where I try and help you to find your own answers and solutions in a supportive environment. I may include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), where we look at managing negative thoughts you have and psychodynamic counselling where we look at how the past is affecting you now.
My integrative approach means that your journey will be tailored to you. Whether you are dealing with past trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties or anything that is causing you anxiety or depression.
Experience
I work with people who experience anxiety, depression and I have a many years experience of working with children who self harm.
I became a fully qualified counsellor in August 2023 after 4 years training.
I am a Senior Mental Health Lead and Director of Safeguarding and Wellbeing in a large Secondary School. I am a trainer in Trauma Informed Practice, sexual abuse, sexual harassment, and safeguarding. I have 30 years of experience working with children and young people.
Qualifications
I have volunteered as a counsellor and gained valuable experience with Healthbox CIC. This experience allows me to support people who struggling with feelings of unhappiness and being unsettled, anxiety, depression, difficulties with self-esteem and confidence, and challenges in coping with major life changes such as grief, bereavement, redundancy, divorce, relationship issues, work-related issues and addiction.
Qualifications & recent professional development
I have a CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and I am a registered member of BACP.
I am a Senior Mental Health Lead and Director of Safeguarding and Wellbeing in a large Secondary School.
I am a trainer in Trauma Informed Practice, sexual abuse, sexual harassment and safeguarding.
I have 30 years of experience working with children and young people.
Additional Information
What I can help you with:
Anxiety
Depression
Self harm
Addiction
Coaching
Health related issues
Identity,culture and spirituality
Relationships, family and children
Stress and work
Professional Membership
Registered MBACP
Professional Register
British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Verified by Counsellingo on Monday, 23 March 2026
Initial Consultation
I offer a free, no-obligation 30-minute initial chat to explain my ways of working and for you to ask any questions before you begin therapy with me. I offer this because it is important you feel comfortable speaking with me, as this is a personal journey for you and it is important that you and I are a good fit before we start your journey.
If you decide I am the right counsellor for you or your child, we can then book a full 50-minute session, and I will provide more information about our mutual counselling agreement.
Fees
I charge £45 per session and I offer concessionary rates for students.
When I Work
I have availalibility on a Wednesday and Thursday evening between 6pm and 9pm and Saturday mornings between 9am and 12pm.
Therapeutic Approach
Integrative, Person Centered, CBT and psychodynamic
Video Platforms
Google Meet
Pronouns
He/Him
Area
Merseyside
