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About William
Dr. William Cook is a counsellor with 18 years of experience who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, addiction and relationship difficulties. He works with individuals facing grief, trauma, intimacy issues and mood concerns, and he supports people navigating ADHD, neurodiversity and identity questions. He offers therapy in English, Spanish and French and practices from the United Kingdom.
William keeps sessions practical and down to earth. He listens first to understand each person's situation. Then he helps set clear goals and tries small, manageable steps that can be used between sessions. He uses everyday language rather than jargon so people can act on what they learn.
His background includes work with community organisations such as The Magdalene Project and Maundy Relief Counselling Service. He also offers Christian counselling when requested. William has written books on addiction and has spent much of his career advocating for mental health education.
Therapy methods are brought together to fit the person in front of him. He combines approaches like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy and client-centred ideas to shape sessions. The emphasis is on practical skills alongside understanding emotional patterns.
People who benefit most tend to want clear strategies and empathetic conversation. William aims to help people feel less stuck and better able to cope with life changes. To start, he asks about your goals and works with you to agree a simple plan.
How these approaches can work online
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in close relationships and helps people understand how early bonds shape current connections. It is often useful for intimacy issues, attachment concerns and trust problems.Client-Centred Therapy places the person's own experience at the heart of sessions. The counsellor listens without judgement, helping people find their own solutions and build confidence in their choices.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and teaches practical techniques to reduce anxiety, manage mood and change unhelpful patterns.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, preferences and life context, and together they will decide which methods fit best. Sessions can shift over time as needs change, and he aims to keep the plan collaborative.
If you are considering online therapy, check which session formats the therapist currently offers before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments around work and family commitments, reduce travel time and allow follow-ups without leaving home. Different formats suit different practical needs - for example, shorter check-ins can fit a lunch break, and phone-based work may use less data than video calls. Confirm the available session options when you book so they match your routine and preferences.
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Experience
18+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Spanish, French
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, intimacy and relationship issues, and other concerns such as grief, sleep and eating difficulties.
What is his general therapeutic style?
Sessions are practical and collaborative, with straightforward language and goal-setting. He combines skills training with space to talk about emotions and past experiences.
How much experience does he have?
He has 18 years of clinical experience, including work with community organisations and advocacy on addiction and mental health topics.
What credentials and region are listed?
He is registered with BACP and NCPS and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, Spanish and French.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
International clients are accepted; this means people outside the United Kingdom can access his services.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to book?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.