Andrew Ellis MA, BACP

Andrew Ellis MA is a counsellor, psychotherapist and supervisor who believes people can take positive steps even when change feels difficult. He combines clinical training with compassionate listening to support clients through fears, worries and life's complexities, offering practical guidance for those who want to better understand themselves or make meaningful changes.

Working with individuals at different stages, he provides a reflective space to explore difficult experiences, manage anxiety, process trauma and work toward recovery from addiction. He supports people dealing with low self-esteem, anger, relationship and family challenges, grief, sleep difficulties and career or parenting pressures, as well as a broad range of intimacy, identity and mood concerns. Rather than focusing solely on labels, he aims to understand each person as a whole and tailor work to their unique circumstances.

Holding an MA - Master of Arts - and membership of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, he draws on evidence-informed approaches to help clients set goals, build skills and maintain progress. He invites prospective clients to discuss their needs directly to explore how they might work together toward clearer direction and lasting change.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Andrew commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take values-based action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present; it can be useful for anxiety, avoidance and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce distress and build more effective coping skills, often supporting issues such as depression, anxiety and addictive behaviors. He also uses client-centered principles that prioritize empathic listening and the client's own capacity for growth, creating space for personal exploration and self-directed change.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. He works collaboratively with clients to assess needs, goals and preferences, adapting methods over time so therapy fits the individual rather than forcing a single model.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging - making it easier to access support around work, family commitments or geographical limits. These options allow for consistent engagement and convenience while therapists and licensed professionals tailor interventions to each client's situation.