Thomas Roberson , BACP

Reaching out for support often feels like a big step, and Thomas Roberson recognises the courage that involves. He frames difficulty not as a personal failing but as a signal that someone is carrying more than they can process alone. When feelings of overwhelm, burnout, anxiety or a sense of being “not yourself” appear, Thomas helps clients untangle the strands of their experience so they can regain steadiness and clearer control of their lives.

Thomas works in a straightforward, person-centred way that emphasises respect and collaboration rather than judgement or prescriptions. He treats each person as the expert in their own life and focuses on helping them hear their thoughts and feelings more clearly. His sessions aim to create space for honest expression and practical reflection so people can pause, breathe and find a path forward.

Across 11 years of practice, Thomas has worked in schools, the NHS, addiction services and private practice, supporting people through a wide range of challenges. He also speaks from lived experience of ADHD, so people whose minds move quickly or who struggle with emotional intensity often find they do not need to explain or mask that experience with him. Outside of work he is a surfing instructor and a father to two daughters, and he often uses the ocean as a reminder that conditions change and people can adapt. Thomas holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects his commitment to professional standards and ongoing development.

Therapeutic approaches guiding his online practice

Thomas integrates Attachment-Based Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy into his online work. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns with others and helps when fears of abandonment, difficulty forming close bonds or recurring relationship problems cause distress. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on understanding and processing overwhelming events so reactions and symptoms linked to past trauma become more manageable and life feels less driven by those memories.

He approaches treatment collaboratively - Thomas will work with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences. This process draws on approaches commonly used by licensed professionals and therapists, and he tailors sessions so the chosen method feels practical and supportive rather than prescriptive.

Online therapy with Thomas offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, on the phone, via live chat or through text-based messaging. These options make it easier to attend sessions around work, family and other commitments, and they allow continuity of care for people living outside his local area or who prefer remote support.