BACP

Ian Smith, BACP

Therapist in the UK

Ian is a BACP therapist in the UK.

10+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Addictions
Approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy

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About Ian

Ian Smith is a licensed counselling therapist based in the United Kingdom with 10 years of experience working in social services and mental health settings. He has supported individuals, children, and families from diverse backgrounds with presenting issues that include stress, anxiety, addiction, depression and a range of other mental health concerns. As a member of the BACP, the professional association for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK, Ian blends professional standards with a practical, person-focused approach.

Ians practice emphasizes starting from where each client currently is in their life and therapy journey. He aims to identify and build on what is already working for the client while collaboratively addressing the areas the client wishes to change. Sessions are designed to be nonjudgmental and open, so thoughts, feelings, and difficult experiences can be explored at a comfortable pace.

Ians work encompasses a wide variety of issues including relationships, trauma and abuse, grief, ADHD, addiction, sleep and eating concerns, parenting challenges, and career-related stress. He is also experienced in working with LGBT clients and supporting complex family situations. He accepts international clients and offers flexible ways to connect for those seeking support from different locations.

Areas of expertise

Experience

10+ years

Credentials

BACP

Languages

English

Focus areas

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsRelationship issuesDepression ADHD LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse

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Grief Intimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue

Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing

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Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Also listed for

Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome

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Avoidant personality BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issues Fertility issues First responder issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Immigration issues Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Traumatic brain injury Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Support

Ian Smith draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in his online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice and accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that reflect their values - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and coping with life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on relationship patterns formed early in life and how they affect current connections and emotional safety - it is often helpful for relationship difficulties, abandonment concerns, and attachment issues. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns and is commonly used for depression, anxiety, and sleep or eating concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the process, and Ian works collaboratively with clients to tailor methods to their needs, goals, and personal preferences. He and other registered professionals will explore what feels most helpful and adjust the approach as therapy progresses.

Online therapy with Ian offers flexible ways to engage - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - which can make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, connect across distances, and maintain continuity of care. These options support access and convenience while allowing therapists to use evidence-informed approaches effectively in remote settings.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Ian Smith have?

Ian Smith has 10 years of experience working in social services and mental health settings.

Is Ian Smith a registered therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential BACP. Registration details are not provided.

In which languages does Ian Smith provide therapy?

Ian Smith provides therapy in English.

Where is Ian Smith located?

Ian Smith is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Ian Smith as my therapist?

You can work with Ian Smith through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Ian Smith work with international clients?

Yes. Ian Smith works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Ian Smith cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.