- Stress and anxiety
- Depression and low self esteem
- Coping with change
About Richard
Richard Wollocombe is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has 14 years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. He works with people experiencing stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression and help with coping through life changes. Sessions are offered in English and focus on practical steps rather than labels.
He usually begins by listening to what is most worrying and then focuses on concrete patterns that make situations harder. Conversations often include looking at thoughts and behaviours that keep anxiety or low mood going. Richard aims to make the first meetings straightforward so people know what to expect next.
Over his career he has supported people with issues tied to relationships and identity, such as abandonment, attachment concerns, adoption and foster care histories, and commitment worries. He also works with those facing health-related stresses including chronic illness, cancer, and ageing challenges. Other areas he offers help for include body image, codependency, communication problems and feelings of emptiness.
Richard describes his approach as evidence-based and practical. He and the client agree goals and try short, manageable steps that fit everyday life. Progress is checked in regular conversations so plans can be changed when needed.
To start, readers are asked to use the online matching process, pick a time for an initial session and then plan the next steps together. Costs vary by location and use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How Richard uses evidence-based approaches online
Richard describes his work as evidence-based, using practical techniques that address unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. Cognitive-style approaches look at how thoughts shape feelings and actions and are often used for anxiety and low mood. Behavioural techniques help people practise small changes in real situations, which can reduce avoidance and build confidence.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Richard will talk through options with the client, set clear goals and try approaches that match the person's needs and preferences. Plans are reviewed regularly so methods can be adjusted if they are not helpful.
Confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific online arrangements. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week and reduce travel time. It also allows shorter check-ins or meetings that suit a work break, and options to use audio rather than video when that helps someone engage more comfortably.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
14+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, anger, self esteem, depression and coping with life changes, plus related issues such as attachment, abandonment and chronic illness.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses evidence-based, practical approaches that focus on thoughts and behaviours. Sessions aim to identify small steps you can try between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has 14 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and life challenges in the United Kingdom.
What are his credentials and location?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted; he works with people within the United Kingdom.
How are sessions scheduled and paid?
Session cost varies by location and 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 schedule an initial session to get started.