About Ian
Ian Newman is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has six years of professional experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family difficulties, issues related to LGBT identity, addiction, grief, low self-esteem, career concerns and life changes.
Ian works from the belief that each person knows their own story best and already has strengths to draw on.
Background and approach
He uses a straightforward, person-focused approach in sessions. Conversations centre on what matters most to the client, and Ian aims to create space for them to make sense of difficult feelings. He listens without judgement and encourages practical ways to manage day-to-day challenges.
Mindfulness techniques are offered as part of the work to help people notice thoughts and feelings without becoming overwhelmed by them. These practices can support managing anxiety, coping with stress and building steadier attention. Client-Centred Therapy is another guiding approach, which means the client sets the pace and goals.
Ian follows the lead of the person in the room and helps them explore options and next steps at a comfortable speed. Sessions often focus on improving communication, working through past hurts, and finding clearer direction in life and career.
Ian supports people who want practical change as well as those who simply need someone to listen while they make sense of difficult times.
What Ian works with
Everything Ian lists, in their own terms. LGBT is the reason Ian is listed here; the rest shows what else Ian works with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Depression
- Addictions
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Antisocial personality
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dissociation
- Divorce and separation
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Narcissism
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Approaches Ian lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
How Client-Centred and Mindfulness Approaches Work Online
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person's own goals and timing. The therapist listens closely, reflects what is said and helps the client find their own next steps. This approach is useful for people who want a space to work through feelings and make choices at their own pace.Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple ways to notice thoughts and bodily sensations without getting pulled into them. Short mindfulness practices can help with anxiety, stress management and staying present during difficult moments.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process. The counsellor will work collaboratively with the client to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. That might mean combining listening-based conversation with practical mindfulness exercises as the work progresses.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, for example by avoiding travel time, allowing a quicker check-in during a lunch break or offering alternatives when being on camera is difficult. Many people find these practical benefits help them sustain regular sessions and apply what they learn between meetings.
Questions people ask about Ian
What concerns can I work on with this counsellor?
I handle a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family difficulties, grief, addictions, self-esteem and career worries. There is also experience with LGBT-related matters and several personality and attachment concerns.
What style of therapy does Ian use?
Sessions are person-focused, using Client-Centred Therapy principles where the client leads the pace and goals. Mindfulness techniques are also used to help with attention and emotion regulation.
How much experience does the therapist have?
The counsellor has six years of professional experience working with people on a variety of problems. That experience informs a practical and listening-based approach in sessions.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom. The profile notes registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients arrange sessions?
International clients are not currently accepted according to the profile information. Sessions are focused on people able to work with a UK-based counsellor.
How are fees and payments handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Exact fees depend on the service and scheduling choices.
How do I begin therapy with this counsellor?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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