Colin Frawley, BACP, NCPS

Colin Frawley is a counsellor who uses a client-centred approach to help people manage difficult life issues. He draws on a mix of therapies to support decisions and practical change, and he explains options in plain language so people feel able to take the next step.

He works with common concerns such as stress, anxiety and depression. He also helps people facing addiction, bereavement, relationship struggles and issues around self-esteem. Colin lists ageing and geriatric issues among his additional focus areas and can talk through changes that come with later life.

Colin has 12 years of practice experience and holds BACP and NCPS credentials. He follows the BACP Professional Conduct and Ethical Framework in his work and aims to make sessions straightforward and respectful.

His style is integrative and flexible. He draws on client-centred methods alongside cognitive behavioural ideas, existential reflection and mindfulness practices. In a session he listens, reflects back what he hears, and offers simple strategies to try between meetings.

People looking for practical support will find an emphasis on decision making and small, manageable steps. Colin also notes experience with trauma, ADHD, eating and sleeping concerns, and compassion fatigue. To begin, readers are invited to use the Start Therapy process and complete the short questionnaire to match and schedule sessions.

How Colin’s approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening, empathic understanding and supporting people to find their own solutions. Online sessions using this approach aim to create a collaborative space where the person’s priorities shape the work.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings and behaviours and offers practical techniques to change unhelpful patterns. In an online setting CBT can include simple exercises, thought records and homework that fit into everyday routines.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Colin will discuss which methods suit a person’s goals and preferences and adapt the mix as therapy progresses. This is a collaborative process that responds to what is helpful for the individual.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit around work, healthcare appointments or caregiving, and they can reduce travel time. Other practical benefits include shorter check-ins when needed, the option to use quieter surroundings, and the ability to carry forward exercises between meetings.