Richard Stafford, BACP

Richard Stafford BACP offers warm, practical counselling focused on everyday struggles. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, self‑esteem issues and the pressure of caring for others. His approach aims to be calm and down‑to‑earth so conversations feel manageable even when worries feel large.

Richard works in a client‑centred way, listening first to understand what matters to each person. He then helps people find practical steps they can try between sessions. Sessions are collaborative - he invites questions and adapts the pace to each person’s needs.

Many people come to him for help after loss, during major life changes, or when coping feels harder than before. He also supports those dealing with sleep problems, anger, addiction concerns, and workplace stress. Carers and people facing compassion fatigue are included among the issues he commonly addresses.

With 17 years of experience, Richard draws on a straightforward style rather than jargon. He encourages honest conversation about what’s working and what isn’t, and he helps people break big problems into smaller, manageable steps. This can make progress feel more achievable.

He offers sessions in English and accepts international clients. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability. Richard aims to make the first step as simple as possible.

How client‑centred work translates to online therapy

Client‑centred therapy focuses on being heard and understood. In plain terms this means the counsellor listens without judgement, reflects what they hear and helps the person find their own solutions. This approach helps with issues such as grief, anxiety, relationship worries and the strain that comes from caring for others.

The core idea is collaboration. The therapist and the person work together to decide what to try and how quickly to move. Richard will check in about how each approach feels and adjust the work based on the person's goals and preferences.

The original profile does not list specific session formats, so please confirm the current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions useful because they can fit into a lunch break, reduce travel time, or be easier to schedule around caring duties. Others appreciate shorter check‑in conversations or times when they do not need to be on camera. Registered or accredited professionals can offer these flexible ways of meeting, and Richard will discuss what will best suit practical needs when you begin.