- Attachment-based work
- Client-centred approach
- Trauma-focused care
About Thomas
Thomas Roberson is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with 11 years of experience. He works with stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, trauma and a wide range of life changes. Thomas also describes additional focus on attachment and family-related issues and on body image and substance concerns.
Thomas uses a direct, person-centred style. He avoids lecturing and tells clients they are the expert on their own life. Sessions aim to help people talk through what is happening and make sense of confusing feelings. He says he will not try to 'fix' someone but to help them hear themselves more clearly.
Across his career he has worked in schools, the NHS, addiction services and private practice. That variety informs the practical way he approaches problems and the range of issues he has seen. He also notes personal experience of living with ADHD and says this helps him understand fast-moving or intense thinking styles.
In sessions Thomas focuses on steadying emotions, reducing overwhelm and building clearer ways to cope. He uses approaches that attend to attachment and trauma and places the client's own perspective at the centre. He aims to help people feel more grounded and in control again.
Outside clinical work he teaches surfing and is a father to two children. He often uses simple, everyday images to explain how change happens and how conditions can shift over time.
How his approaches translate to online work
Attachment-based work focuses on how early and current relationships shape feelings and expectations. In practice this means noticing patterns in how people connect, feel safe or pull away, and using gentle reflection to make those patterns clearer. It can help with relationship worries, abandonment concerns and attachment issues.Client-centred work puts the person's experience at the heart of sessions. The therapist listens closely, reflects back what he hears and follows the client's pace. This style suits people who want a calm, person-led space to talk about anxiety, low mood or life transitions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Thomas will discuss options and test what fits your needs, goals and preferences. That choice is collaborative and can change as you learn more about what helps.
Confirm the exact online session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online work can make sessions easier to fit into a study or work schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is tight, and reduce travel time. Talk with him about practical needs like timing, session length and whether you prefer audio or video so you can arrange sessions that suit everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
11+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, grief, trauma and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment, body image and substance-related concerns.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses a straightforward, person-centred style that avoids lecturing. The approach focuses on listening deeply and helping people clarify their own thoughts and feelings.
How much experience does he have?
He has 11 years of experience working across schools, the NHS, addiction services and private practice. That background informs his practical way of working.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and works in the United Kingdom. Please view registration details as supplied above.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He accepts international clients. Confirm session arrangements and any time‑zone considerations when booking.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Exact fees depend on where you are based.
How do I begin a first session?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session when prompted.
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