- Strengths-focused
- Practical coping tools
- Trauma-aware
About Richard
Richard Folkes is a counsellor with three years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, addiction concerns, depression and relationship or intimacy issues. He emphasises clients' strengths and practical steps to move toward better day-to-day coping.
Richard frames the first session as a chance to listen and map out priorities together. He aims to help people name their main worries, try small changes, and track what helps. His straightforward style is suited to people who want clear, usable ways to manage strong emotions and difficult situations.
He draws on client-centred methods to keep the work focused on the person's perspective. He also uses cognitive behavioural techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits, and trauma-focused approaches when past events are affecting current life. These methods are offered as tools to suit each person's needs rather than fixed prescriptions.
Richard supports people with a wide range of concerns such as grief, parenting stress, work and career pressure, self-esteem, ADHD and compassion fatigue. He also works with issues like eating or sleeping difficulties, divorce and substance use where these affect everyday functioning.
People can expect a calm, respectful space to talk through difficult moments. Richard encourages practical homework between sessions and regular review of goals so progress is clear. He welcomes conversations about what a good pace and approach will look like for each person.
How these approaches translate to online work
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person's experience and priorities. The counsellor listens closely, reflects what is said, and helps people find their own solutions; this is useful for stress, self-esteem and relationship difficulties.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It offers practical exercises and small experiments people can try between sessions to reduce anxiety, tackle low mood, or change unhelpful habits.
Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on the ways past experiences affect current life and uses careful, step-by-step methods to reduce distress from those memories.
Finding the right approach is a joint process. The counsellor will discuss goals and try methods that fit the person's situation and preferences. Sessions can change over time as needs shift, and Richard works with the client to review what is and isn't helping.
Confirm available session formats before booking, as specific options are not listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit conversations into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also means people can use tools like worksheets and screen sharing in-session to practise techniques together.
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Frequently asked questions
What types of concerns does this counsellor address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, addictions, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, parenting strain, ADHD and many related challenges.
How would you describe the therapeutic style and approach?
Richard uses a client-centred style that keeps the person's views central, alongside cognitive behavioural techniques and trauma-focused work when relevant.
What background and experience does he have?
He has three years of professional experience in the UK working with people facing stress, anxiety, addiction and trauma-related concerns.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He holds NCPS and practices in the United Kingdom.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the original biography does not list specific formats.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with this counsellor?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.