Thomas Quayle, BACP

Thomas Quayle is a qualified Clinical Counsellor and Child and Family Psychologist who works from a warm, person-centred stance. He is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the British Psychological Society (BPS) - professional bodies that support standards in counselling and psychology. Thomas aims to help people feel more understood, steadier in themselves, and better able to manage the demands of daily life.

He provides a calm, non-judgmental space where people can talk openly about experiences such as anxiety, low mood, self-esteem struggles, relationship difficulties, addiction, overwhelming stress, or a general sense of being stuck. His style is down-to-earth and collaborative, shaping each session around the individual’s experiences, strengths, and goals while moving at a pace that feels comfortable for them.

Having navigated his own personal challenges and benefited from therapy, Thomas recognises how difficult it can be to reach out. He frames seeking support as a human response rather than a weakness and offers to walk alongside clients as they work toward greater balance and clarity in their lives.

Approaches That Guide Online Therapy

Thomas draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centred Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to support people in online sessions. ACT focuses on helping people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while taking actions that align with their values - useful for anxiety, avoidance, and life transitions. Client-Centred Therapy emphasises a warm, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship and supports clients to explore their own solutions at their own pace - helpful for self-esteem, relationship concerns, and emotional processing. CBT looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and uses practical strategies to shift unhelpful patterns - often effective for anxiety, low mood, and stress management.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Thomas will work with each person to identify their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapt methods over time so the work fits the individual rather than forcing a single model.

Online therapy with Thomas is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which can make scheduling easier around work, family, or travel. These options provide flexibility and ongoing access to therapists, allowing people to continue progress even when life is busy or circumstances change.