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Justin Andrews, BACP

Justin Andrews is a BACP counsellor with 14 years working directly in therapy.

About Justin

Justin Andrews is a BACP counsellor with 14 years working directly in therapy. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, trauma and relationship concerns. He also supports those facing career changes, sleep problems, parenting strain and issues with self-esteem.

His style is down-to-earth and practical. Sessions focus on what matters now and what can change next. He listens without judgement and helps people find clearer ways to cope and make decisions.

Background and approach

Justin draws on a mix of talking approaches and skills-based tools. He uses client-centred methods to prioritise the person's experience and CBT techniques to tackle unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. Mindfulness practices are offered for stress and wellbeing.

He has worked across social care settings, including mental health, learning disability support, criminal justice and services for young people. He also teaches counselling and mindfulness practices in community settings and a nearby prison. People who come to him often want practical steps and space to reflect.

Sessions aim to reduce overwhelm, improve routine and rebuild confidence. He believes everyone can learn new ways of coping, even when life feels very difficult. Sessions are available in English and can be arranged for remote formats.

Getting started is a matter of choosing a session type and arranging a time that fits the person's life.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	37363	November 2026

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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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Ways of working Justin names

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How his approaches work online and what to expect

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person in the room and their experience. In practice this means the counsellor offers warm listening and follows the person's priorities to help them feel understood and make sense of their situation. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, teaches practical skills to spot unhelpful thoughts and change patterns that keep problems going; it is often used for anxiety, low mood and sleep issues. Emotionally-Focused Therapy helps people identify and name strong emotions and learn new ways to respond during stressful moments, which can help with relationship or intimacy-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The counsellor will discuss goals and preferences and try methods that suit each person. Sessions are collaborative and can include short exercises, homework or mindfulness practices when relevant.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions can be easier when less bandwidth is available, live chat suits shorter check-ins and text messaging can help people keep in touch between sessions. These options offer flexibility for those with busy days, mobility limits or varied schedules and make it easier to maintain continuity of care.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Justin commonly help with?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, trauma and relationship issues, along with sleep, parenting and career worries.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

His style is practical and warm. He listens closely and works with each person to find simple, manageable steps forward.

What background and experience does he bring?

He has 14 years of counselling experience and many more years in social care roles across mental health, learning disability support, criminal justice and youth work.

What credentials and location are provided?

He is BACP and based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international arrangements are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

What session formats are offered?

He meets people by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging depending on preference.

How are costs and payments handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.