Derek Wheeler
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About Derek
Derek Wheeler is a counsellor credentialed as NCPS with 18 years of professional experience in the UK. He focuses on practical support for people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, trauma and grief. Derek aims to create a straightforward space where clients can talk openly and feel heard.
He speaks English and works with clients both in the UK and internationally. Derek listens first, then helps people name the problems that feel most urgent.
Background and approach
He draws on approaches like client-centred work and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to help people change patterns of thought and behaviour. Sessions are conversational and goal-focused, with the therapist guiding practical steps between meetings. For issues that involve strong emotions or self-harming impulses, Derek also uses elements of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy to teach regulation skills and distress tolerance.
Solution-focused ideas are used when people want quick, achievable changes in relationships or daily routines. He tailors these methods to each person rather than applying a single formula. Many people come with complicated histories such as abandonment, attachment concerns, or past abuse.
Derek pays attention to how those experiences affect day-to-day choices and relationships. He also works with specific stresses like caregiver strain, first responder issues, hoarding and impulsivity. Derek encourages small, steady steps and helps clients track progress.
He invites prospective clients to reflect on what they want to change before booking. To begin, people can use the site process to match and schedule sessions.
At a glance
- Years practising
- 18
- Registered with
- NCPS
- Registration number
- NCS19-08514
- Languages
- English
- Approaches include
- Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- How sessions happen
- Online, by video, phone or messages
Details are as listed on Derek's public professional profile. You can check any number with the professional body.
What Derek works with
Everything Derek lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Family problems
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hoarding
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Derek lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
How Derek works online
Questions and answers
What kinds of problems does Derek help with?
Derek supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and grief. He also focuses on issues such as attachment, body image, caregiver stress, codependency and infidelity.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is conversational and goal-oriented, with an emphasis on listening and practical steps. He blends client-centred work with techniques that change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours.
How long has he been practising?
He has 18 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and behavioural concerns.
What credentials and location are listed for him?
His credential is NCPS and he is practising in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify formats, so please confirm the current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and the therapist's availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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