Raymond Guddah , BACP

Raymond Guddah is a British citizen originally from Ghana who brings more than 15 years of practice within the UK mental health and addiction fields. He trained with various educational institutions in the United Kingdom and is a registered member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) - the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK. His background combines formal training in psychodynamic therapy with experience in addiction treatment and a strong foundation in cognitive behavioral approaches.

Raymond has worked across community and residential rehab settings as well as in broader mental health services, supporting people coping with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and family difficulties, addictions, grief, parenting challenges, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and intimacy-related issues. His practice also addresses process addictions such as problematic pornography use, exercise, and gambling, as well as sex addiction and seasonal affective disorder.

He uses an interactive, respectful, and compassionate style that aims to promote self-efficacy. Raymond collaborates with clients to develop treatment plans tailored to each person’s specific needs and goals. He has experience working internationally with clients from Europe, the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, and welcomes those ready to take steps toward change.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support

Psychodynamic therapy explores how past experiences and relationship patterns influence current feelings and behaviors. It helps people understand underlying emotional issues, unresolved conflicts, and repetitive patterns that affect relationships and wellbeing.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is practical and goal oriented, and it often helps with anxiety, depression, stress, and coping skills for day-to-day challenges.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, client-centered method that helps people find personal motivation for change, which can be especially useful for addictions and other behaviors the client wishes to shift.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Raymond works collaboratively with clients to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and he tailors the plan to fit each person rather than applying a one-size-fits-all method.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter contacts can be handled through live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, to access support from different locations, and to maintain continuity of care when schedules or circumstances change.