Brendan Grufferty , BACP
BACP-registered integrative counsellor
- Person centred approach
- Attachment-focused support
- CBT techniques
About Brendan Grufferty
Brendan Grufferty is a BACP registered and accredited counsellor and psychotherapist with more than 12 years of practice, working predominantly as a schools-based counsellor and providing services under NHS contracts. As a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), he combines professional standards with practical experience to support clients in a range of settings.
He practices as an integrative therapist, drawing on client-centred methods, cognitive behavioural techniques and attachment theory to tailor support to each person’s needs. This blended approach allows him to move between ways of working depending on what a client needs in the moment, while staying anchored in a consistent therapeutic stance.
Brendan begins all work from a person-centred foundation, prioritising the quality of the relationship between therapist and client. He believes that building trust and a strong therapeutic connection creates the conditions for meaningful change and helps clients explore difficulties at their own pace. His practice emphasises adaptability and collaboration, offering a steady, relational base from which to address presenting concerns.
He practices as an integrative therapist, drawing on client-centred methods, cognitive behavioural techniques and attachment theory to tailor support to each person’s needs. This blended approach allows him to move between ways of working depending on what a client needs in the moment, while staying anchored in a consistent therapeutic stance.
Brendan begins all work from a person-centred foundation, prioritising the quality of the relationship between therapist and client. He believes that building trust and a strong therapeutic connection creates the conditions for meaningful change and helps clients explore difficulties at their own pace. His practice emphasises adaptability and collaboration, offering a steady, relational base from which to address presenting concerns.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCommunication problemsControl issuesEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasSelf-harmSelf-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Brendan Grufferty have?
Brendan Grufferty has 12 years of experience.
Is Brendan Grufferty a registered therapist?
Yes, holds these credentials: BACP.
In which languages does Brendan Grufferty provide therapy?
Brendan provides therapy in English.
Where is Brendan Grufferty located?
Brendan is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Brendan Grufferty as my therapist?
You can work with Brendan Grufferty through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Brendan Grufferty work with international clients?
Brendan Grufferty does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Brendan Grufferty cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Integrative Approaches for Online Therapeutic Support
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relational patterns affect current feelings and connections. It helps clients explore long-standing attachment styles and their impact on relationships, making it useful for people struggling with trust, closeness or recurring relational difficulties.
Client-Centred Therapy places the therapeutic relationship at the centre of the work, prioritising empathy, acceptance and respect. This approach supports people who need a non-directive space to make sense of their experience and build self-understanding.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers structured ways to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. It is often used for issues such as anxiety, low mood and stress, providing practical skills that can be applied between sessions.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Brendan will work collaboratively with each person to identify which methods suit their needs, goals and preferences. Together they will adapt the ways of working over time so the therapy remains relevant and effective.
Online sessions by video, phone, live chat or text-based messaging offer flexible access to registered professionals, allowing people to engage from different locations and around varied schedules. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and fit therapy into everyday life while still receiving thoughtful, professional support.
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