Counsellor profile
Thomas Mead, BACP
Counsellor - Trauma and parenting support
See online counselling options- Trauma focused
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Sleep and anger
About Thomas
Counsellor and BACP member, Thomas Mead has seven years' experience in the UK supporting people with trauma and abuse, sleeping problems and parenting concerns. He also works with anger, anxiety, depression and relationship strain. Thomas began his practice working with children and young people affected by crime and has carried that focus into his wider work with trauma.
Thomas uses straightforward, practical approaches in sessions. He draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to look at thoughts and behaviours that keep problems going. He also uses Client-Centred and Solution-Focused ideas to help people set goals and work at their own pace. Conversations are direct and geared towards what a person wants to change.
In early work he saw young people who had been victims or witnesses to crime. That experience shaped his interest in trauma-focused work. He has since supported people with sleep difficulties, parenting pressures and anger management concerns. He also helps with issues such as guilt, shame, isolation and relationship difficulties.
Sessions aim to be practical. Thomas helps identify small, manageable steps between meetings. He uses evidence-based techniques alongside time to talk through difficult feelings. The focus is on clear options and next steps rather than long assessments.
People meet him in a counselling setting in the United Kingdom. He works in English. If you are considering counselling, confirm the current session formats before booking so you know what to expect.
Therapeutic approaches used in online counselling
Thomas commonly uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy in his work. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and helps people try different ways of responding. It can be useful for anxiety, low mood, sleep issues and managing anger. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on what happened and on helping people reduce the way past events continue to affect day-to-day life. He also draws on Client-Centred and Solution-Focused ideas to help clients set clear goals and decide practical next steps. Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the early work. The therapist will discuss options and work with the person to choose what fits their goals and preferences. The practical benefits of remote counselling are that sessions can fit into a working day, avoid travel time and make it easier to attend from different locations. If you want to proceed, confirm which session formats Thomas currently offers before booking so you know how appointments will be arranged. Registered or accredited professionals including counsellors and therapists often use remote sessions to make therapy more accessible and manageable alongside everyday life.Areas of expertise
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with most?
He commonly works with trauma and abuse, sleep problems and parenting issues. He also supports people with anger, anxiety, depression and relationship or family difficulties.
What style of therapy does he use?
He uses Client-Centred, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Solution-Focused methods along with trauma-focused work. Sessions are practical and goal oriented.
How much experience does he have?
He has seven years of therapeutic experience, including early work with children and young people who had been affected by crime.
Which professional body is he a member of?
He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and booking handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To start, use the See online counselling options button and complete the short matching questionnaire.
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