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Ryan Powell, BACP

Ryan Powell is a counsellor who uses a straightforward, people-first approach.

About Ryan

Ryan Powell is a counsellor who uses a straightforward, people-first approach. He draws on three years of experience working in NHS IAPT services and in prison settings, alongside running a independent practice. He holds BACP registration and works online with people across the United Kingdom and internationally.

Ryan aims to offer a calm, non-judgemental space where clients can talk through what matters to them. He listens closely and reflects what he hears, while also gently challenging unhelpful patterns when it helps progress.

Background and approach

Sessions are practical and conversational rather than full of jargon. His core areas include anxiety and depression, trauma and abuse, stress, addictions and relationship concerns. He also supports people who are navigating gender dysphoria, sexual identity, codependency, and issues such as shame, guilt and self-esteem.

Those struggling with obsessive thoughts, phobias or compulsive behaviours may find the mix of approaches useful. Ryan blends client-centred work with clearer goal-focused tools and some psychodynamic ideas about how early experiences affect current feelings. That mix aims to help people manage symptoms now and understand patterns that keep returning.

He adapts each session to the person in front of him rather than following a fixed script. People choose him for straightforward, respectful conversations and practical steps they can use between sessions. He offers video, phone, live chat and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	392987	December 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

Everything Ryan lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Depression
Trauma and abuse
Eating disorders
Anger management
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Codependency
Drug and alcohol addiction
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
HIV / AIDS
Infidelity
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexuality
Workplace issues

Ways of working Ryan names

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How his approaches work online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person in the room. The counsellor offers empathy, mirrors feelings and follows what you bring to each session, which helps people feel heard and understood. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or CBT looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions and uses simple strategies to reduce anxiety, change habits and manage low mood. Psychodynamic Therapy pays attention to patterns that come from past relationships and life events and helps people see how these patterns show up now.

Finding the best approach is a shared task. The therapist will talk with you about your goals, try methods that fit your needs and check in about what helps. Over time the plan can change so sessions stay practical and relevant to your situation.

Online work uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging so people can pick what suits them. Video calls are close to an in-person conversation, phone sessions work well with low bandwidth, live chat can be good for quicker check-ins, and messaging lets people reflect in writing between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and travel while keeping sessions consistent and regular.

Frequently asked

What concerns does he help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions and relationship issues, among other areas listed on his profile.

What is his therapeutic style?

Sessions are conversational and client-centred with practical techniques added when useful. He will listen closely and also offer gentle challenges to help change unhelpful patterns.

What experience does he bring?

He has three years of experience including work in the NHS IAPT service and short-term support in prison settings, plus running a independent practice.

Which credential does he hold and where is he based?

He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP, and is based in the United Kingdom.

Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients, allowing people outside the UK to access his online services.

What session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How are sessions paid for?

Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

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