- Person-centred approach
- Trauma-focused work
- Solution-focused methods
About Tim
Tim Aitchison is a BACP counsellor with four years' experience based in the United Kingdom. He works with people facing issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, addictions and stress, and with those coping with relationship and family concerns. Tim writes plainly about self-worth and how it shapes feelings, thoughts and behaviour.
He describes counselling as a space to look at how people relate to their emotions. Tim helps people notice and change unhelpful patterns so emotions can become useful guides. He has supported people affected by serious physical health problems and those living with long-term pain or disability.
Tim has worked with people who have experienced trauma and abuse, and he has supported emergency service workers recovering from traumatic events. He also offers help around addiction, anger, intimacy-related issues and difficulties linked to body image and self-esteem.
He practises with a person-centred outlook and follows the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy ethical framework. That means he aims to involve people in decisions about their work together and checks in regularly about progress and goals.
Tim says the most useful approach is the one that fits the person. He uses several methods to support change, and adapts the way they work as goals evolve. To start, he asks people to describe their concerns and what they want to change so sessions focus on practical next steps.
Approaches used in online counselling and how they help
Tim combines client-centred work with solution-focused and trauma-focused approaches. Client-Centred Therapy emphasises listening and collaboration so people can explore feelings and decide what changes matter to them. It suits those who need a steady, respectful space to think things through.Solution-Focused Therapy looks at practical steps and small changes that move people towards their goals. It is useful for people who want short-term, goal-oriented support for issues like stress, relationship problems or adjusting behaviour. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on helping people manage and process reactions after distressing events and can be used alongside person-centred support.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Tim will discuss goals, preferences and how you respond to different techniques, and then agree a plan together. This collaborative approach means methods can change as goals change.
The profile does not list specific session formats, so please confirm which options are offered before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around daily life, for example keeping sessions on a lunch break, choosing a shorter check-in when time is tight, or avoiding travel when energy is limited. Registered or accredited professionals aim to match the rhythm of sessions to what fits your schedule and needs.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, stress, relationship and family concerns, and related issues listed in his profile.
What is his general therapeutic style?
He follows a person-centred approach and adapts other methods like solution-focused and trauma-focused work to meet practical goals.
How much experience does he have?
He has four years' experience working as a counsellor and therapist with a range of presenting difficulties.
What credentials and location are shown?
He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can he work internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.