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John Goodrick, BACP

John Goodrick is a therapeutic counsellor based in the United Kingdom.

About John

John Goodrick is a therapeutic counsellor based in the United Kingdom. He has ten years of experience supporting people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression and other difficult emotions. He welcomes conversations about self-esteem, motivation, anger and problems with sleep or eating.

John is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. John aims to be approachable and easy to understand. He builds sessions around clear, practical conversation rather than jargon.

Background and approach

He encourages people to speak openly about how they feel and what they want to change. The goal is steady, manageable progress rather than quick fixes. Before training as a counsellor he spent over ten years working in a mental health setting.

That background gave him wide exposure to people from different walks of life and many kinds of difficulty. He also holds a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Sociology and a Postgraduate Diploma in Careers Guidance. In sessions he focuses on helping people identify the patterns that keep them stuck.

Discussions often include coping strategies for anxiety, ways to manage strong emotions, and small steps to improve day-to-day routine. He pays attention to practical problems such as sleep, appetite and daily structure when these are getting in the way. John works with individuals facing grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, mood disorders, ADHD and relationship stress.

He also supports people coping with life changes, loneliness and questions of purpose. His style is calm, non-judgemental and rooted in real-life solutions.

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Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	265445	January 2027

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

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Practical approaches for online therapy and changing patterns

Many people find benefit from approachable, evidence-based techniques that focus on everyday routines and reactions. One common approach helps people spot unhelpful thought patterns and test them against reality, which can reduce anxiety and improve mood. Another approach emphasises activity and routine - finding small, manageable actions that rebuild energy, sleep and appetite and lessen low mood.

Finding the right way to work is a shared process. The therapist will listen to your concerns, try different techniques, and agree what feels most helpful. Sessions are collaborative - goals and methods are adjusted as progress and needs change.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how sessions happen. Video calls allow full conversation and visual connection, phone sessions work well when internet bandwidth is limited, and live chat or text-based messaging suit shorter check-ins or moments when writing feels easier. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work and family life, and to keep continuity when travel or location changes occur.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems does he help with?

He helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression and mood disorders. Other areas include addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and family concerns, and sleeping or eating difficulties.

What is his therapeutic style like?

Sessions are straightforward and practical, with clear conversation rather than academic language. The focus is on identifying patterns, building coping skills and making small changes that fit daily life.

How much experience does he have?

He has ten years of experience working in mental health and counselling settings. That background includes time spent supporting many different people with a variety of concerns.

What qualifications and registration does he hold?

He holds a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. He also has a BSc Hons in Sociology and a Postgraduate Diploma in Careers Guidance.

Which languages and regions are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and he practises from the United Kingdom. He accepts international clients as well.

In what session formats can I meet him?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. These formats allow for different rhythms of work, from longer conversations to brief check-ins.

How are sessions paid for?

Costs vary by location and the therapist arrangement. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

What should I do to begin working together?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.