Counsellor profile
Ray Hazen, BACP
Counsellor - stress and addictions
See online counselling options- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- Trauma and abuse
About Ray
Counsellor and member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) with 18 years of professional experience, Ray Hazen helps people in the United Kingdom work through stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression.
Ray works in a straightforward way. He listens to what has happened and what matters most now. He treats people as the expert in their own life and draws on their strengths to tackle difficult problems. Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer thinking about what to change next.
He has long experience with addictive behaviour and anger management. He also supports people who have lived with traumatic events and ongoing depression. Where the situation is complex, he helps sort priorities and agrees a simple plan for therapy together with the person he is meeting.
Ray has worked with people affected by chronic illness, domestic violence, substance problems, first responder issues and military-related concerns. He tends to use approaches that are grounded in evidence and that aim to reduce symptoms and improve daily coping. He explains methods in plain language during sessions so people know what to expect.
Sessions are conducted in English. International clients are not currently accepted. To begin, people are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and then book a first session through the See online counselling options flow.
Approaches used in online counselling and how they help
Ray draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear steps and coping skills. One common approach works on changing unhelpful thinking patterns and building better problem-solving. This can help with anxiety, low mood, and day-to-day stress by teaching practical ways to respond to difficulties.Another approach focuses on managing addictive behaviours and the triggers that maintain them. This involves mapping patterns, identifying high-risk situations, and rehearsing alternative responses to reduce harmful behaviours. It is often used alongside work on anger and relationship strain.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Ray will discuss different methods and agree with the person which to try first. He treats this as a collaborative process that can be reviewed as therapy progresses.
Confirm the session formats available before booking so you know how you will meet. The online option aims to make sessions easier to fit into everyday life, for example by reducing travel and allowing quicker check-ins between commitments. Registered professionals can use different formats to suit practical needs, so check the booking flow for the current options.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
18+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he usually help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression. He also has experience with related issues such as chronic illness, personality and mood concerns, and substance problems.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and keeps explanations plain. The focus is on listening, identifying strengths, and agreeing practical steps to manage problems.
How long has he practised?
He has 18 years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom.
Which professional body is he a member of?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.
Do sessions take place in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people from other countries work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the booking flow.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
Online counselling is not emergency care. In an emergency call 999, or see the help numbers.