- Client-Centred Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Works with LGBT issues
About Ian
Ian Newman is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with six years of professional experience. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, LGBT concerns, relationship strain, family problems and related issues. He also supports those facing depression, addictions, grief and challenges with self-esteem and career choices.
Ian frames work around the idea that each person understands their own life best. He uses that starting point to help clients notice strengths and make changes that feel doable. Sessions are straightforward and focus on what is most pressing for the person in front of him.
Ian practises Client-Centred Therapy, which centres conversations on the client’s perspective and helps people reflect on choices and feelings. He also uses Mindfulness Therapy to encourage noticing thoughts and bodily cues without getting carried away by them. These approaches suit everyday worries, anxiety and the stress that comes from major life changes.
He commonly addresses specific interpersonal problems such as communication difficulties, commitment worries and attachment concerns. He also works with issues like isolation, guilt, jealousy and the fallout from separation or divorce. Ian aims to make sessions practical, with clear steps people can try between meetings.
People who choose to work with Ian are invited to start by outlining what matters to them now. He helps set simple goals and reviews progress as work continues. His practice is based in the UK and sessions are carried out in English.
Approaches used in online sessions and what to expect
Ian commonly uses Client-Centred Therapy online, which means conversations are led by what the client finds most important and the counsellor reflects and clarifies to support understanding. This approach helps when people are sorting out relationship problems, family conflicts or stress that feels overwhelming.He also brings Mindfulness Therapy into online work, teaching simple attention exercises and ways to notice thoughts and bodily sensations. These techniques can help with anxiety, low mood and unhelpful thinking patterns by creating brief pauses in difficult moments.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Ian will talk with each client about goals and preferences, and then suggest methods to try. He treats this as a collaborative process and reviews how things are going as sessions continue.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work, childcare and travel, and they can allow for shorter check-ins or for leaving the camera off when that helps. Registered or accredited professionals commonly offer online appointments to make therapy more practical for everyday life.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, LGBT matters, relationship and family problems, plus depression, addictions and grief.
What is his therapeutic style?
Sessions follow a client-centred approach that keeps the conversation focused on the person's view. He also draws on mindfulness exercises to help manage difficult thoughts and feelings.
How much experience does he have?
He has six years of professional experience working with a range of common and interpersonal concerns.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule the first session.