- Person-centred focus
- Values and mindfulness
- Practical coping skills
About Leo
Leo Puttock is a counsellor who works from a person-centred approach. He uses acceptance and mindfulness ideas to help people explore what matters to them and make choices that fit their values. Leo practises in the United Kingdom and has six years of experience working across the NHS, local charities and his own practice.
He supports people dealing with anxiety, depression and stress. He also helps those facing trauma, addiction, relationship difficulties and issues connected to identity and sexuality. Leo identifies as an ally to the LGBTQ+ community and aims to offer an accepting space for people to talk through their concerns.
Leo places the client at the heart of sessions and listens for what matters most to each person. He draws on a range of approaches alongside person-centred work, including elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness and brief solution-focused techniques. This allows him to adapt how he works to each situation.
In practice he often looks at how people relate to others and how everyday interactions affect mood and behaviour. He also pays attention to values, helping people use those values to guide decisions and actions. Sessions aim to be practical and paced according to what the individual needs.
To begin, people are invited to make contact for an initial conversation. Leo will discuss what someone hopes to achieve and whether his way of working feels appropriate. He encourages people to give themselves permission to try counselling as a step towards change.
How these approaches translate to online counselling
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice their thoughts and focus on actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, low mood and coping with life changes by shifting attention to meaningful goals. Client-Centred Therapy puts the person's perspective first, relying on listening and reflection to help someone find their own solutions. This approach is often helpful when someone needs space to be heard and understood. Mindfulness Therapy teaches practical ways to pay attention to the present moment and reduce reactivity, which can ease stress and persistent worry.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will discuss different methods and together they will decide what fits best for the person's needs and goals. This is a collaborative process and plans can change as the work progresses.
Session formats are not specified in the original profile, so please confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy life, for example by removing travel time or allowing shorter check-ins during a work break. They can also suit people who prefer to use techniques such as mindfulness in their own surroundings. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists commonly offer online work to help make therapy more practical and accessible, and this counsellor can discuss what will work for you during an initial conversation.
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Experience
6+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does this counsellor help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions and relationship concerns among other issues listed in his profile.
What is his therapeutic style?
He works mainly from a person-centred foundation and borrows techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness and brief solution-focused work as appropriate.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He has six years of experience working in the NHS, with local charities and in private practice.
Where is he based and what are his credentials?
He practises in the United Kingdom and is registered with the BACP, which appears in his profile credentials.
Which languages are supported for therapy?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He is not currently taking international clients according to the information provided.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start if I want to book a session?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.