Ian Saunders, NCPS

Ian Saunders is a 55 year old male counsellor who runs a private practice in the United Kingdom. With 18 years of experience in the counselling field, he has developed a breadth of experience supporting people with addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, anger, and low self-esteem. He has particular experience working with alcohol and drug misuse and with process addictions such as pornography, gambling, and exercise, and also works with issues like codependency, commitment struggles, communication problems, control issues, infidelity, jealousy, guilt and shame, and forgiveness.

Ian works with clients in person, by telephone, and online depending on availability, offering flexible session formats to meet differing needs. He uses approaches that prioritize the client's perspective and motivation and that focus on practical change, helping people set achievable goals and explore their own resources for recovery and healthier relationships. He holds the NCPS credential, which indicates professional training in counselling and psychotherapy, and brings a compassionate, person-focused style to his work.

Clients seeking support for substance use, relationship strain, the aftermath of trauma, or difficulties with anger and self-worth will find a counsellor who emphasizes respectful, nonjudgmental collaboration and practical strategies tailored to each person's circumstances. Ian accepts international clients and offers a service designed to be accessible whether sessions are face-to-face or online.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Ian draws on client-centered therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy to guide online work. Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and respect for the client's own experience, which helps people struggling with relationship issues, self-esteem, and the emotional consequences of trauma. Motivational interviewing focuses on enhancing a person's own motivation to change and can be especially useful for addressing alcohol, drug, and process addictions. Solution-focused therapy concentrates on practical steps and small, achievable goals, supporting clients who want short-term, goal-oriented help for issues such as communication problems, control issues, or commitment concerns.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Ian works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He tailors the mix of approaches as therapy progresses, encouraging client input and adjusting strategies to support meaningful change.

Online therapy with Ian is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and circumstances. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists without requiring travel, and they allow sessions to fit around work, family, and other commitments.