- Stress and anxiety
- Depression support
- Social anxiety
About John
John Goodrick is a therapeutic counsellor in the United Kingdom with 10 years of practice. He is registered with the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP). He works with issues such as stress, anxiety, depression and concerns including social anxiety and phobia.
He uses clear, direct language in sessions and aims to be approachable and straightforward. Sessions are conversational and focused on understanding what is causing distress right now. He helps people talk through low mood, confidence problems, anger and motivation challenges.
John spent more than a decade working in mental health services before training as a counsellor. He holds a Diploma in therapeutic counselling, a BSc (Hons) in Sociology and a Postgraduate Diploma in Careers Guidance. This background informs his practical approach to problems about work and life choices.
His work commonly addresses relationship difficulties, grief, trauma and patterns such as addiction, sleep and eating issues. He also supports people dealing with mood disorders, panic attacks, ADHD and feelings of isolation or shame. Sessions aim to identify clearer steps and everyday strategies to manage symptoms.
John describes his style as non-patronising and easy to understand. People meet a counsellor who focuses on direct conversation, realistic coping ideas and planning small, manageable changes. To begin, he asks people to describe what they want to change and what feels most difficult right now.
How therapeutic approaches are used online
John uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques in a practical way. One common method focuses on recognising and changing unhelpful thinking patterns to reduce anxiety and low mood; this involves noticing thoughts, testing them and trying small behavioural experiments. Another approach concentrates on building coping routines and problem-solving skills for issues like sleep, panic or addictive behaviours; this looks at daily habits and makes step-by-step adjustments.Choosing the best approach happens together. The therapist and client discuss goals, try a method for a few sessions and adjust if needed. That collaborative process helps identify what feels most useful and realistic for the person’s life and preferences.
Confirm the exact session options before booking, as the biography does not list formats. Online work can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make it simpler to continue therapy if someone moves countries, since he accepts international clients, but double-check scheduling and practical arrangements first.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression and related issues including social anxiety and phobia, addiction and sleep or eating problems.
What is his approach in sessions?
Sessions are conversational and straightforward. He focuses on understanding current problems and finding practical steps to try between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has ten years of experience, including over a decade working in mental health services before training as a counsellor.
What credentials and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can he work with international clients?
He accepts international clients; confirm specific session arrangements before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.