Dennis Richards, BACP, NCPS

Experienced UK counsellor for trauma and addiction

Stress and anxiety support
Trauma and addiction therapy
Client-centered and CBT

About Dennis Richards

Dennis Richards is an accredited psychotherapeutic counsellor based in the United Kingdom with 10 years of professional experience. He supports people through stress and anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, eating-related concerns, anger, career issues and coaching needs. His practice also addresses a broad range of focus areas including abandonment, BDSM, kink and alternative sex culture, chronic pain and illness, drug and alcohol addiction, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose and midlife transition, financial worries, panic and phobias, post-traumatic stress, process addictions and self-love.

Dennis approaches therapy from a strengths-based perspective, working on the view that each person knows their own story best and can draw on existing resources to move through what challenges them. He tailors his work to the individual, combining listening with practical interventions to support motivation, confidence and meaningful change. His clinical toolkit includes client-centered methods alongside structured techniques that target thoughts, behaviours and past distress.

Dennis holds BACP and NCPS credentials. BACP is the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and NCPS indicates recognised training in counselling and psychotherapy at a national level. He recognises that taking the first step into therapy takes courage and aims to offer supportive, respectful guidance for people beginning that process.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

Also Specializes In

Eating disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoaching

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureChronic pain, illness, and disabilityDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Hypnotherapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dennis Richards have?

Dennis Richards has 10 years of professional experience as a psychotherapeutic counsellor.

Is Dennis Richards a registered therapist?

Yes. He holds the credentials BACP and NCPS. BACP is the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and NCPS indicates recognised training in counselling and psychotherapy at a national level.

In which languages does Dennis Richards provide therapy?

Dennis Richards provides therapy in English.

Where is Dennis Richards located?

Dennis Richards is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Dennis Richards as my therapist?

You can work with Dennis Richards through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dennis Richards work with international clients?

Yes, Dennis Richards works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dennis Richards 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.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

In his practice Dennis uses client-centered therapy to create a collaborative space where the person is treated as the expert of their own life. This approach emphasises empathy, active listening and working at the client’s pace to explore values, strengths and personal goals. It is often helpful for issues such as low self-esteem, relationship difficulties and life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is another core approach Dennis employs. CBT is a structured, problem-focused method that helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, panic and phobic responses, and for building practical coping skills.

EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is offered for people working with traumatic memories and symptoms of post-traumatic stress. EMDR uses guided processing techniques to reduce the intensity of distress associated with past events and support integration of difficult experiences.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process; Dennis works collaboratively with clients to assess needs, goals and personal preferences and then selects or blends methods that best fit the situation. Online therapy with a registered professional offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, manage energy levels or connect across distances. These options increase accessibility and help people maintain continuity of care when in-person appointments are not possible.

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