Guy Ridgway, BACP
Experienced CBT counsellor and humanistic practitioner
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- CBT focused
- Person centred
- Neurodiversity aware
About Guy
He focuses on clear, practical steps using CBT to address thoughts and behaviours that make daily life harder. Person-centred and Gestalt elements shape sessions so people feel heard and helped to find their own direction. Transactional Analysis is used where exploring patterns in relationships and communication helps make sense of recurring difficulties.
Guy has worked with a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, sleep problems, low self-esteem, mood conditions and bipolar symptoms. He also supports people facing issues such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, body image, chronic pain and illness, and the strain of divorce and separation. Midlife crisis is listed among his areas of focus.
He draws on personal experience of autism, ADHD and dyslexia to inform his approach and aims to make therapy accessible and direct. Guy has experience supporting people in addiction recovery and those who have experienced homelessness. He holds a TQUK Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism in addition to his BACP registration.
Sessions are tailored to each person's goals and circumstances. Prospective clients interested in working with him are invited to use the site's Start Therapy button to complete a short matching questionnaire and arrange sessions according to the therapist's schedule.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
How Guy's approaches translate to online work
Guy primarily uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying practical alternatives. CBT can help with anxiety, low mood, sleep problems and midlife adjustments by breaking problems into manageable steps and testing new ways of coping.He also draws on person-centred and Gestalt ideas that emphasise listening, presence and helping people find their own direction. These approaches aim to make sessions feel collaborative and respectful, useful when people need space to talk things through and reflect on what matters to them.
Choosing the right approach is part of the process, and Guy will work with each person to find what fits best. That choice is based on the person’s needs, goals and preferences, and may shift over time as work progresses.
Session formats are not specified in the provided biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It also lets people choose a setting that suits their day-to-day routine while focusing on practical strategies and honest conversation.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, sleep difficulties, low self-esteem and mood difficulties including depression and bipolar symptoms. He also lists areas such as midlife crisis, relationship patterns, and isolation.
What is his therapy style like?
Sessions combine Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with person-centred and Gestalt influences. The approach mixes practical strategies with reflective listening to help people find clearer ways forward.
How much experience does he have?
He has five years of professional counselling experience working in the United Kingdom. That background includes work in addiction recovery and supporting people who have experienced homelessness.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom. He also holds a TQUK Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
International clients are accepted according to the profile information provided.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What should I do to begin?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.