- Client-Centred Therapy
- Anxiety and stress
- Communication skills
About Robert
Robert Dawson is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with eight years of practice. He works with people experiencing stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, addictions and relationship concerns, among other issues.
Robert’s background includes work with adults and young people across different services. His interest in human rights and marginalisation informs his approach, and he has a particular focus on supporting people who feel different or left behind. He also works with people facing grief, trauma, parenting pressures, career worries and compassion fatigue.
He uses a client-centred style that places the person and their goals at the centre of sessions. That means conversation is guided by what the person brings, and the counsellor’s role is to listen, reflect and respond to what matters most in the moment. Robert describes his way of working as collaborative and relational, building trust as the basis for progress.
Robert also works with issues linked to attachment and abandonment, ADHD, autism and Asperger syndrome, body image, gender dysphoria and caregiver stress. He is open to discussing difficulties around intimacy, communication and commitment, and he can talk through problems related to grief and loss.
He is open about having a stammer and draws on that experience in his practice. Robert aims to be patient and straightforward in sessions and to help people develop better ways of communicating and coping. To start, people are invited to use the service's matching process and schedule a first session.
Client-centred work and online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person in front of the counsellor. It involves active listening, reflecting what is said and allowing the client to set the agenda. This approach suits people who want to explore feelings about anxiety, relationships, self-worth and life changes at their own pace.Robert places emphasis on working together to find what helps. He will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most useful, and adapt conversations as the relationship grows. Deciding which approach fits best is part of the work and is done collaboratively throughout the sessions.
The original profile does not list specific session formats, so please confirm available options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also means people can choose whether they prefer to use video or audio if those options are offered, depending on what feels most comfortable.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem and a wide range of life concerns such as grief, trauma, parenting and relationship issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a client-centred approach that focuses on the person’s goals and priorities. Sessions emphasise listening, reflection and a collaborative relationship.
How much experience does he have?
He has eight years of experience working in a variety of professional settings with adults and young people.
What credentials and location apply?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and works in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I have different session formats?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment work?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.