Andrew Armstrong

• Stress and anxiety
• Grief and loss
• CBT and ACT

About Andrew

Andrew Armstrong works on stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem and relationship concerns using a mix of approaches he lists, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has four years of professional experience.

He uses Client-Centred methods to create straightforward conversations where people can talk about what matters to them. He also draws on attachment-based ideas to look at how early relationships shape current patterns. This can help when people feel stuck by abandonment, codependency or difficulty trusting others.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is part of his approach for practical coping with anxious thoughts and low mood. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) features when the focus is on values and taking meaningful steps despite difficult feelings. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) informs his work on communication and closeness in relationships.

Sessions are conversational and aim to help clients notice patterns and try small changes between meetings. The counsellor frames clients as the expert on their own lives and works collaboratively to set goals and priorities. He supports work on family of origin issues, blended family problems, divorce and separation and parenting stress.

Andrew also addresses body image, guilt and shame, anger and the sense of emptiness that follows loss or change. He encourages clearer communication, setting boundaries and practical coping strategies. People can expect a direct, practical pace that focuses on what to try next rather than long theory explanations.

How his therapeutic approaches work in online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed, and then commit to actions that reflect what matters to them. It is useful for anxiety, low mood and when life feels stuck.

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns that come from early relationships and how these affect current connections and trust. This approach can help with abandonment concerns, codependency and communication problems.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will discuss goals and preferences and try methods that suit the person’s situation. Decisions about which approach to use are made together as therapy progresses.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work, childcare and travel, and they can allow for shorter check-ins when time is limited. Registered or accredited professionals often use remote work to keep continuity between meetings and to support steady progress over time.

Topics Andrew lists

• Stress and anxiety
• Grief
• Self-esteem
• Depression
• Compassion fatigue
• Relationship issues
• Family conflicts
• Parenting issues
• Anger management
• Coping with life changes
• Abandonment
• Attachment issues
• Blended family issues
• Body image
• Codependency
• Commitment issues
• Communication problems
• Control issues
• Dependent personality
• Divorce and separation
• Emptiness
• Family of origin issues
• Family problems
• Forgiveness
• Guilt and shame
• Hoarding
• Impulsivity
• Infidelity
• Isolation and loneliness
• Jealousy
• Life purpose
• Men's issues
• Midlife crisis
• Mood disorders
• Narcissism
• Panic disorder and panic attacks
• Phobias
• Polyamory and non-monogamous relationships
• Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
• Self-harm
• Self-love
• Social anxiety and phobia
• Workplace issues
• Young adult issues

Ways of working

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Attachment-Based Therapy
• Client-Centred Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
• Mindfulness Therapy
• Psychodynamic Therapy
• Solution-Focused Therapy

Questions about Andrew

Does he work with anxiety?

Yes. He lists anxiety and stress among his core concerns and uses CBT and ACT approaches to address them.

What kind of counselling does he offer?

He combines Client-Centred therapy with CBT, ACT, Attachment-Based methods and Emotionally-Focused Therapy to suit different concerns.

How much experience does he have?

He has four years of professional experience supporting people with relationship issues, grief and mood difficulties.

Is he registered with a professional body in the UK?

He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Can I have sessions in another language?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does he work with international clients?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How much do sessions cost?

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

How do I start sessions?

Use the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session.