Counsellor profile
Adrian Hepburn, BACP
Counsellor - relationships and emotional health
See online counselling options- Psychodynamic Therapy
- ADHD and autism support
- Grief and loss
About Adrian
Counsellor Adrian Hepburn is a BACP member with four years' experience. He works in the United Kingdom and regularly supports people dealing with relationship problems, family and parenting concerns, stress, anxiety, depression and issues linked to ADHD and autism.
Adrian has also spent up to six years supporting young adults with complex learning needs. He describes his way of working as relational, focusing on building a steady therapeutic connection before looking at patterns of thought and behaviour. Sessions are a place to talk through what is happening now and how old patterns may be influencing current choices.
He prefers an open, conversational style. Conversations often look at how feelings show up in everyday life and inside relationships. That can include practical steps as well as reflecting on deeper emotional patterns that keep coming back.
Adrian says he adapts how he communicates to suit each person. He works with questions such as self-harm thoughts, compassion fatigue, grief, intimacy issues, low self-esteem, sleep problems and coping with life changes. He also lists work around codependency, communication problems, impulsivity and isolation.
People considering a first session are asked to follow the site's booking flow and complete a short questionnaire. That information helps Adrian prepare for an initial meeting and decide together what to focus on next.
Psychodynamic work and remote counselling
Psychodynamic Therapy focuses on how past experiences and repeated emotional patterns shape current life. It looks at recurring feelings, relationship patterns and how early experiences can influence choices now. This approach is often used for issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and problems with intimacy. Adrian emphasises the therapeutic relationship as the main tool for change. He works collaboratively to find which ideas and approaches fit best for each person. Part of the work is trying things and reflecting together on what helps and what does not. Practical benefits of remote counselling include fitting sessions around daily life and reducing travel time. Remote work can make it easier to keep appointments during busy weeks or when attending in person is difficult. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. This helps make sure session length, timing and the way you meet suit your needs and routines.Areas of expertise
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with relationship issues, family and parenting concerns, stress, anxiety and depression. He also lists grief, self-harm thoughts, intimacy problems and sleep difficulties.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a relational, psychodynamic approach. That means he focuses on the therapy relationship and on understanding repeated patterns in feelings and behaviour.
How much experience does he have?
He has four years' experience in psychotherapy and up to six years supporting young adults with complex learning needs.
Which professional body is he a member of?
He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.
Can I have sessions in another language?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at present.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking as the biography does not specify formats.
How much do sessions cost and how do I begin?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To start, select the See online counselling options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
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