Richard Turner
Practical, person-centred support for change
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About Richard
Richard Turner is a counsellor who emphasises practical, person-focused work. He draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to help people tackle day-to-day struggles. He aims to make sessions straightforward and non-judgemental, so talking about difficult feelings becomes easier.
Richard has 26 years of experience working with people facing stress, anxiety and depression. He also supports those dealing with addictions, anger, low self-esteem and grief.
Background and approach
Other areas he addresses include trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues and challenges linked to ADHD and bipolar mood patterns. He uses client-centred methods to listen and respond to what matters most to each person. Motivational Interviewing is often part of conversations when someone wants to change behaviours, such as substance use.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy helps break down unhelpful thoughts and reactions into steps that can be worked on together. Richard also brings existential perspectives to questions about meaning and life changes. He has additional focus in areas like first responder issues, hoarding, end-of-life and hospice counselling, infidelity, jealousy, obsessions, compulsions, paranoia and personality disorders.
These are explored at a pace set by the person in the room. People who choose to work with him complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions. He accepts international clients and works within the United Kingdom as a BACP counsellor.
At a glance
- Years practising
- 26
- Registered with
- BACP
- Registration number
- 233700
- Languages
- English
- Approaches include
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- How sessions happen
- Online, by video, phone or messages
Details are as listed on Richard's public professional profile. You can check any number with the professional body.
What Richard works with
Everything Richard lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- First responder issues
- Hoarding
- Hospice and end-of-life counselling
- Infidelity
- Jealousy
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Paranoia
- Personality disorders
Approaches Richard lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Internal Family Systems
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
How Richard works online
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the person about their goals and preferences and will adapt methods over time. That means sessions can shift between listening, practical skill building and exploring meaning as needed.
Confirm the exact session options before booking since the biography does not list formats. In general, online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find that the same methods used in face-to-face work can be adapted effectively for remote sessions, and the therapist will help choose what suits each person’s situation and schedule.
Questions and answers
What kinds of problems does Richard help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression and addictions as well as grief, trauma-related concerns and self-esteem issues.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He blends client-centred listening with practical methods like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to make sessions focused and useful.
What background and experience does he have?
He has 26 years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and behavioural concerns.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a BACP counsellor and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
Yes, he accepts international clients and offers sessions across borders where appropriate.
Which session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify formats.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What is the first step to begin therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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