- Men's wellbeing
- Emotion-focused
- Practical change
About Tim
Tim Aitchison is a counsellor who focuses on helping men explore self-worth and emotional wellbeing. He describes self-worth as central to how people think, feel and behave, and invites clients to invest time in discovering a firmer sense of value. Tim writes plainly about emotions becoming useful guides rather than threats. He presents counselling as a place to grow toward a more authentic, satisfying life.
He has four years' experience as a supportive professional and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. Tim draws on person-centred ways of working to create a safe space where clients can be honest about what they feel. He also uses solution-focused tools and motivational interviewing to help people make practical changes.
Tim has worked with people facing grief, loss and serious physical health challenges. He has supported emergency services personnel recovering from traumatic events and provided counselling for adults who have experienced abuse. He has also worked with men addressing harmful behaviours and helping them change patterns of action.
In sessions he emphasises collaboration and regular review. Tim aims to agree goals with each person and to adapt his approach as those goals shift. He follows the BACP ethical framework and relevant laws when practicing.
He invites prospective clients to consider what they want from counselling and to discuss how therapy might fit into their life. For those unsure where to begin, he suggests a short initial conversation to map out possible next steps.
How Tim's approaches shape online therapy
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and acceptance. The therapist offers a non-judgemental space where people can speak honestly, which helps with low self-esteem, emotional overwhelm and relationship concerns.Motivational Interviewing helps people find their own reasons to change. It uses reflective questions and gentle guidance to support shifts in behaviour, useful for addictions, lifestyle changes and stages of readiness.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Tim will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and agree a way forward together. He checks progress regularly and changes direction when needed so the plan fits what the person actually wants to achieve.
Please confirm the current session options before booking because the biography does not list specific formats. Online therapy can make fitting counselling into everyday life easier by reducing travel, enabling shorter check-ins during busy days and offering alternatives when being on camera is difficult. These practical benefits can help people maintain momentum between sessions and continue making changes.
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Experience
4+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What problems can Tim help with?
He works with a wide range of concerns including addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, stress and relationship and family issues.
What style of therapy does he use?
Tim uses client-centred principles to create a supportive space, and draws on solution-focused work and motivational interviewing to help people set and reach practical goals.
How much experience does he have?
He has four years' experience as a counselling professional and reports having supported people through significant life events and behaviour change.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
Tim is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practices in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
Yes, he accepts international clients and offers sessions for people based outside the United Kingdom.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats and those can vary over time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and the therapist's arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.