- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship issues
- ACT and CBT
About John
John Ridley is a counsellor registered with BACP and NCPS and has three years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, LGBT concerns, relationship difficulties, low self esteem and depression. John speaks English and sees international clients.
John keeps sessions straightforward and practical. He uses conversation to help people notice patterns that make social situations harder. He offers ways to try new habits and to practise small changes between meetings. Sessions aim to be plain and direct rather than full of technical language.
His background includes approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. He also draws on Attachment-Based and Client-Centred ideas when they help make sense of a person’s relationships and reactions. That mix guides how he shapes a plan with each person.
People can expect a collaborative process. John listens for what is getting in the way of daily life and suggests practical steps to test out. He pays attention to values, coping skills and communication patterns when working on anxiety, confidence or relationship strain.
Before booking, readers should check current session options and costs. Starting involves a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a first session through the site.
Approaches in remote sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and focuses on actions that match personal values. It can be useful for anxiety and low motivation by shifting attention toward what matters rather than trying to control every feeling.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and suggests practical experiments to test unhelpful beliefs. It is often used for anxiety and confidence work by breaking tasks into manageable steps.
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) offers skills for managing intense emotions and improving how someone copes in the moment, which can support stress and relationship strain.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. John will discuss options and decide together which methods fit the person's goals and preferences. That collaborative choice can be adjusted as therapy progresses.
Confirm the available session formats before booking because the biography does not list them here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals often use remote sessions to continue regular contact and to practise strategies between meetings.
Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with?
John supports people with stress, anxiety, LGBT issues, relationship difficulties, low self esteem and depression, plus a range of related concerns.
What is his therapeutic style?
He keeps sessions conversational and practical, focusing on noticing patterns and trying small changes between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of professional experience working as a counsellor in the United Kingdom.
What credentials does he hold and where is he based?
He holds BACP and NCPS registration and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
He accepts international clients and runs sessions in English.
Which session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking as the biography does not list specific formats on file.
How are sessions paid for?
Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time and costs vary by location.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.