- CBT based approach
- Neurodiversity aware
- BACP member
About Guy
Guy Ridgway is a counsellor who uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage stress, anxiety, sleep problems and mood difficulties. He works in a direct, respectful way and aims to tailor conversations and plans to what each person needs. Guy is based in the United Kingdom and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
He primarily uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, working collaboratively to find practical ways to change thinking and behaviour that are causing distress. He also draws on humanistic ideas from Person-Centred Therapy, Transactional Analysis and Gestalt Therapy to make space for what matters to each individual. Sessions are focused on clear goals and real-life steps that can be tried between meetings.
Guy has five years of counselling experience and holds a TQUK Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism. He is open about being autistic, having ADHD and dyslexia, and brings that lived experience into his work. That perspective informs how he supports people who think or experience the world differently.
He has worked with people dealing with depression, bipolar-related mood concerns, low self-esteem, and addiction recovery, and has experience with trauma, abuse and social isolation. He also supports people facing chronic illness, chronic pain and life transitions such as divorce and separation.
People who choose Guy can expect a warm, non-judgemental space where the counsellor listens and helps shape a way forward. He encourages practical steps, honest dialogue and a focus on what the client wants to change.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Guy’s main approach is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavioural changes to reduce stress and anxiety. CBT is practical and goal-orientated, so it adapts well to talking through problems and setting tasks between meetings.He also draws on Person-Centred ideas that prioritise listening and empathy, and on Transactional Analysis or Gestalt concepts that look at communication patterns and present-moment experience. These ways of working aim to help people make clearer choices about how they relate to themselves and others.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what has or hasn't worked before, and then try methods that suit the person's needs. Adjustments are made as therapy progresses so the work stays relevant.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time and support continuity when someone is living abroad. Some formats can be shorter check-ins or audio-only conversations when that better fits a routine or reduces screen fatigue.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
Guy supports people with stress, anxiety, sleep difficulties, low self-esteem, bipolar and depression. He also works with related issues such as isolation, communication problems and life transitions.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy alongside humanistic approaches like Person-Centred Therapy, Transactional Analysis and Gestalt ideas. Sessions mix practical tasks with open, person-focused conversation.
How much experience does he have?
Guy has five years of professional counselling experience working in a variety of settings, including work with addiction recovery and those facing homelessness.
What credentials and region are listed?
He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and works in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats does he use?
The original biography does not specify session formats, so please confirm current session options and delivery methods before booking.
How are fees and payment handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.