Andrew Westcott, BACP

Andrew Westcott is a person-centred counsellor and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He draws on eleven years of experience helping people deal with loss, grief and painful life changes. Sessions are framed so the client leads the conversation while he offers steady, non-directive support.

He focuses on issues such as bereavement, depression, anxiety and relationship struggles. He also works with anger, low self-esteem and the stress that comes from caregiving and life transitions. Aging and geriatric issues are included among his additional areas of attention.

His way of working avoids pressuring clients with direct questioning. Instead he listens and reflects to help people find their own answers. That approach can be especially useful when someone feels stuck or overwhelmed by emotions.

In practice he creates a calm and accepting environment where people move at a pace that feels right for them. Sessions are collaborative - the client sets the focus and he stays alongside the process. Over time the work aims to reduce day-to-day interference from distressing thoughts and feelings.

Andrew uses the title BACP after his name to indicate his registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. Sessions take place in the United Kingdom and are carried out in English. Prospective clients are asked to confirm session formats before booking.

How person-centred work adapts to online counselling

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on a respectful, non-directive relationship. The counsellor listens deeply, mirrors what is said, and follows the client’s lead to help them understand their feelings and choices. This approach often suits grief, life transitions and relationship concerns where people need space to find their own answers.

The right approach is usually discovered together. He will discuss how Client-Centred ways of working might fit a person’s goals and preferences. That discussion is collaborative and can change as therapy progresses to meet emerging needs.

Practical benefits of online therapy include easier scheduling around work and caregiving, shorter check-ins when time is limited, and the ability to join sessions without travel. The original profile does not list which session formats are offered, so confirm available formats before booking. Many people find remote sessions help them maintain continuity of care and fit counselling into a busy week.