Richard Gordon-Smith , NCPS

Richard Gordon-Smith supports people who are considering taking the first steps toward meaningful change in their lives. He draws on a longstanding interest in human experience that began with a degree in psychology and continued through an Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling from the University of Manchester. Since completing that training he has worked within mental health and developed an integrative approach to therapy.

Richard is accredited with NCPS, a professional recognition for counsellors and psychotherapists, and he blends several therapeutic methods to suit each person’s needs. He offers person-centred work that prioritises the client's perspective, emotion-focused work to explore and make sense of feelings, cognitive behavioural techniques to address unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, and psychodynamic ideas to explore deeper relational patterns and history. He also draws on solution-focused strategies when clients want practical, goal-oriented change.

He understands that talking about feelings can be difficult and that friends and family do not always provide the perspective some people need. Richard aims to provide a non-judgmental space where clients can explore past and present concerns, increase self-understanding, and work toward clearer ways of coping. His practice includes a focus on self-esteem, male mental health, depression, and anxiety.

Approaches that guide online therapy and remote care

Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early and current relationships shape expectations about connection and safety; it can be helpful for people who struggle with trust, intimacy, or patterns of abandonment. Client-Centered Therapy places the client's experience at the centre of sessions, offering empathic listening and support to build self-awareness and self-esteem. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, and it is often used to address anxiety, depression, and practical coping skills.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. Richard works with each person to understand their needs, goals, and preferences, then blends methods to create a plan that fits their situation. The therapeutic relationship and ongoing discussion help determine which techniques are most useful over time.

Online therapy with Richard is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. Remote sessions make it easier to access licensed professionals from different locations, reduce travel time, and allow therapy to fit around work, family, or other commitments while maintaining continuity of care.