Ian Saunders

• Addictions
• Relationship issues
• Client-Centred approach

About Ian

Ian Saunders works with people on addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, anger and self-esteem. He uses an accessible, conversational style and aims to help clients make practical changes. Ian is registered with NCPS and has 18 years' experience in counselling.

Ian began his career supporting people affected by alcohol and drug use. Over nearly two decades he has worked with many different presentations linked to addiction and relationship strain. He notes particular experience with process addictions such as pornography, exercise and gambling, and with issues like codependency, control and commitment concerns.

In sessions Ian takes a client-centred stance, listening to what matters to the person in front of him and responding to their goals. He also draws on motivational interviewing to help people find their own reasons to change. Solution-focused techniques are used to identify small, achievable steps between sessions.

Sessions can include talking through difficult memories, practical planning around relapse or behaviour change, and work on communication or boundaries. He also addresses feelings such as guilt, shame, jealousy and the fallout from infidelity in clear, straightforward terms.

Ian works in person, by telephone and online. He offers sessions in English and accepts international clients. Fees vary by location and are managed through a cancellable subscription model.

How his therapeutic approaches work in online sessions

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what the client says, helping them clarify their own thoughts and priorities; it is useful for relationship problems, low self-esteem and responses to trauma. Motivational Interviewing is a conversational method that helps people weigh up reasons to change and build commitment, often used around alcohol, drugs and other addictive behaviours. Solution-Focused Therapy looks for small, practical steps and exceptions to current problems, which can speed up progress when clear goals are in view.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Ian will discuss what matters to the client and try different methods to see what helps most. The choice of techniques is collaborative and based on the person's goals, history and preferences.

Practical benefits of online work include fitting sessions around work or family commitments and avoiding travel time. Telephone or online sessions may suit people who need a shorter check-in or who prefer not to use video; confirm the current session options before booking. Many people find it easier to attend more regularly when sessions fit into their day.

Topics Ian lists

• Addictions
• Relationship issues
• Trauma and abuse
• Anger management
• Self-esteem
• Codependency
• Commitment issues
• Communication problems
• Control issues
• Drug and alcohol addiction
• Forgiveness
• Guilt and shame
• Infidelity
• Jealousy
• Process addictions

Ways of working

• Client-Centred Therapy
• Motivational Interviewing
• Solution-Focused Therapy

Questions about Ian

Does he work with addiction issues?

Yes. He has experience with drug and alcohol addiction and with process addictions such as porn, exercise and gambling.

What kind of counselling does he offer?

He practises client-centred counselling and uses motivational interviewing and solution-focused methods to support change.

How long has he been practising?

He has 18 years' experience working in the counselling field.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is registered with NCPS and is based in the United Kingdom.

Can I have sessions in languages other than English?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the UK work with him?

He accepts international clients.

How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?

Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I start counselling with him?

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