- Stress and anxiety
- LGBTQ plus issues
- Relationship work
About Thomas
Thomas Atkin is a counsellor registered with the NCPS and has three years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. He works with people who are dealing with stress and anxiety, LGBTQ+ related concerns, relationship and intimacy-related issues, self esteem struggles and social anxiety and phobia.
He uses a more directive style in sessions. That means he will offer observations, ask direct questions and suggest ways to try out new perspectives. Sessions focus on understanding triggers, where they come from, and what keeps them going.
Thomas aims to help people make measurable progress while also building insight about themselves. He will encourage practical steps you can test between meetings. This could include small behavioural experiments or straightforward reflection exercises.
When working on relationship or intimacy concerns he helps clients notice patterns that affect trust, closeness and commitment. For people exploring gender dysphoria or LGBTQ+ matters he provides a focused, non-judgemental space to talk these through and consider options.
His approach is suited to people who want clear feedback and concrete tasks alongside talking. He combines direct discussion with practical strategies so people can try different ways of coping and see what helps in daily life.
Practical therapeutic approaches for online counselling
Thomas works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on changing unhelpful patterns and building coping skills. One common approach he uses is brief, goal-focused work that sets clear targets and practical steps to try between sessions; this helps with stress, anxiety and social fears by breaking problems into manageable tasks. Another approach emphasises noticing and testing triggers. That involves looking at situations that prompt anxiety, reflecting on what happens next, and trying small behavioural experiments to see if reactions change. This method suits relationship concerns, commitment issues and many forms of social anxiety. Finding the right mix of methods is part of the process. Thomas works collaboratively to figure out which approaches match a client's needs, goals and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made. Confirm the current session options before booking as formats are not specified in the biography. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, because it can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins during breaks and make it simpler to attend when daily routines are full. Registered or accredited professionals use online work to offer continuity of care and practical strategies that can be tried between meetings.Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, self esteem, social anxiety and phobia, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and LGBTQ+ matters.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a more directive approach, offering observations, direct questions and suggested steps to try between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of professional experience working with clients in these areas.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is registered with the NCPS and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription 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 a first session.