- Trauma and abuse
- CBT and solution-focused
- Parenting support
About Thomas
Thomas Mead is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has seven years of clinical experience in the United Kingdom. He works with people dealing with trauma and abuse, sleep problems, parenting concerns, anger, low self-esteem, stress, anxiety, relationship and family problems, grief, depression and coping with life changes.
He began his practice supporting children and young people who had been victims or witnesses of crime. That early work shaped his focus on trauma and on practical ways to recover from distress. He uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy as a regular part of his approach and combines it with other methods to meet the needs presented in sessions.
In appointments he aims to help people talk through painful memories and current difficulties. He outlines patterns, thoughts and behaviours that keep problems going and works on ways to test and change those patterns. Sessions include concrete strategies for sleep, managing anger, and reducing day-to-day stress.
For parents he offers space to discuss fatherhood issues, family conflict and parenting strain without judgement. He can also support people dealing with separation, abandonment, shame, infidelity or feelings of emptiness and isolation. Life purpose and money worries are part of his wider focus on what matters after big life changes.
Thomas practises using client-centred principles alongside trauma-focused and solution-focused work. He speaks English and works from the UK. Before booking, confirm current session options and practical arrangements through the platform's booking steps.
How his therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what a person says, helping them feel understood and clarifying what matters. This approach suits people who want time to talk through their feelings and make sense of where they are.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions, and uses practical exercises to try new ways of responding. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems and anger management because it offers specific strategies to try between sessions.
Finding the best approach is part of the work together. Thomas will discuss goals, preferences and what has or hasn't helped before, and then suggest which methods to use. That decision is collaborative and can change as progress unfolds.
Confirm the formats Thomas offers before booking, as session types are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, avoid travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make some practical exercises and worksheets simpler to use during and between sessions. Registered or accredited professionals including therapists often find these practical benefits help people maintain regular contact while they work through difficult issues.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He works with trauma and abuse, sleeping difficulties, parenting and anger issues, as well as anxiety, depression, grief and coping with life changes.
How does he approach feeling stuck or directionless?
He combines client-centred listening with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and solution-focused techniques to identify patterns and try small practical changes.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has seven years of therapeutic experience, including early work with children and young people affected by crime.
What is his professional registration and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to try therapy with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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