About William
William Evans is a counsellor who draws on several practical approaches to help people make changes in their lives. He combines talk-based methods with a calm, empathic presence. Sessions are straightforward and focused on what matters to the client right now.
William uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and attachment-focused ideas alongside person-centred listening. He asks exploratory questions to help people understand patterns and find small, useful steps forward.
How William works
The aim is to increase choice and control over daily life. His background includes four years of practice and training that led to registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. He has qualifications at Level 4, Level 5 and a Level 6 BA (Hons) in Integrative Counselling.
These studies underpin a flexible style that adapts to each person's needs. William has experience working with adults and young people and has spent time supporting people who are neurodivergent, including those with Autism Spectrum Conditions. He has also completed LGBTQ+ awareness training and incorporates that knowledge into his work with LGBT clients.
In sessions he pays attention to relationships, attachment and life events that shape behaviour. He offers help for a wide range of concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, parenting worries, sleeping problems and career questions. Practical exercises, reflective conversation and goal-setting are used as appropriate.
William lists 12 ways of working on the entry:
What William works with
The areas below are the ones William selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
Also listed
- Abandonment
- Addictions
- ADHD
- Anger management
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Career difficulties
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Coaching
- Communication problems
- Compassion fatigue
- Control issues
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Divorce and separation
- Family conflicts
- Forgiveness
- Grief
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Intimacy-related issues
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Parenting issues
- Post-traumatic stress
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Sleeping disorders
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Training and background
| Register | BACP |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 4 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | United Kingdom |
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Online support options
How therapeutic approaches work online
William uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based ideas alongside person-centred listening. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts, clarify values and commit to small actions that matter to them. It is often used for anxiety, stress and motivation problems.Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships influence current ways of relating and emotional patterns. It can help with intimacy-related issues, attachment concerns and recurring relationship problems. Client-Centred or person-centred work gives the client an empathic space to be heard and to shape the direction of therapy.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and agree together which mix of methods fits the individual’s goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process that may change over time as needs evolve.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different routines. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation; phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat or messaging can suit quick check-ins, shorter sessions or people who prefer typing over speaking. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and travel commitments while keeping the focus on practical progress and emotional understanding.
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