Online sessions are arranged through BetterHelp. We will earn a commission if you sign up through this link. How we make money.
About Timothy
Timothy Slater works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, grief, self-esteem problems, coping with life changes, ADHD and seasonal affective disorder using a client-centred approach. He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has five years of professional experience.
Timothy prefers a conversational style where the client leads the topics. He listens without directing the process and aims to help people make the practical changes they want. Sessions focus on what is happening for the client now, and on finding clearer ways to respond to difficult feelings and situations.
His work often includes helping people manage stress and anxiety by developing steady ways of thinking and acting. He also supports people working through bereavement and relationship strain, and those coping with life changes such as work transitions or changing routines.
When addictions and attention difficulties are discussed, sessions concentrate on daily habits, practical strategies and small adjustments that can reduce pressure. For seasonal affective disorder he looks at how routines and environmental patterns affect mood and what can be changed in day-to-day life.
Timothy practices in line with the BACP’s ethical framework. He offers straightforward discussion about goals and what to expect, and he helps people decide on a pace of work that suits them.
How client-centred work fits with online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the client's perspective, with the counsellor listening, reflecting and following what matters most to the client. This approach helps when people want to talk through stress, relationship concerns, grief or life changes and prefer a conversational, non-directive way of working.
When attention difficulties or addictive behaviours are discussed, the client-centred approach still emphasises the person's goals and practical next steps. The counsellor will aim to help identify small, manageable adjustments to routines and habits that the client can try between sessions.
Finding the right way of working is part of the process. The counsellor will collaborate with the client to decide how to shape sessions, what to focus on and how quickly to progress. That choice is reviewed as work continues so the approach remains useful and relevant.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to attend around work or family commitments, allow shorter check-ins when needed, or reduce travel time. Registered or accredited professionals commonly offer these practical benefits while working with clients to meet their goals.
Sessions take place through BetterHelp by video, phone or messaging. We will earn a commission if you sign up.
Topics Timothy lists
Ways of working
Questions about Timothy
- Does he work with anxiety?
- Yes. He works with anxiety and offers client-centred sessions that focus on coping strategies and daily routines.
- What kind of counselling does he offer?
- He practises Client-Centred Therapy, where the client leads the conversation and the counsellor listens and reflects to help find direction.
- How much experience does he have?
- He has five years of professional experience working as a counsellor in the United Kingdom.
- Is he registered with a professional body in the UK?
- Yes. He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
- Which languages are sessions offered in?
- Sessions are offered in English.
- Can international clients work with him?
- No. He does not accept international clients at this time.
- How much do sessions cost?
- Cost varies with location; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
- How do I start a first session?
- Use the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.
Counsellors who list similar topics
-
Joling Nunn
BACP. Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Grief
-
Jana Ogg
BACP. Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Grief
-
Lea Lutke
NCPS. Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Grief
-
Mandy Greaves
BACP. Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Grief
-
Anne Thorpe
BACP. Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem
-
Kerrie Waterhouse
BACP. Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family
This page is based on Timothy's public BetterHelp listing and is not written by Timothy. It is not a recommendation. If anything here is wrong, tell us and we will correct it.