Thomas Hewitt, BACP

Thomas Hewitt frames counselling as a personal journey that often takes courage to begin, so establishing a genuine connection with a counsellor is central to his work. He shares a brief account of his background to help people decide whether he might be the right fit for them.

His interest in helping others grew from volunteering with the Samaritans, where he developed a commitment to listening and the practice of reflective dialogue. That early experience inspired him to pursue formal training so he could offer counselling as a vocation.

Thomas works through a client-led approach - sessions centre on what the individual brings and proceed at the person’s pace. Using attentive listening and thoughtful reflection, he supports people to explore their concerns and to identify interventions and solutions that come from their own insight. He holds the BACP credential, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which is the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom. Thomas aims to create a supportive space where people can work towards change in ways that feel meaningful to them.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Thomas uses client-centered therapy to place the person’s experience at the heart of each session. This approach emphasizes empathetic listening and reflection so individuals can explore feelings, values, and relationships at a pace that feels right for them. It can be particularly helpful for issues such as stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, and self-esteem.

He also draws on solution-focused therapy, which is brief and goal-oriented. This method helps people identify practical steps and small changes that move them toward the outcomes they want, making it useful for coping with life changes, workplace challenges, and specific behavioural goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Thomas works collaboratively to determine what fits each person’s needs, goals, and preferences. He discusses options and adapts sessions so the work remains relevant and manageable.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to access therapy from home or work, while allowing the therapist and client to focus on practical progress and goal setting.