- Years in practice
- 17
- Registration
- BACP
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Relationship issues
- Focus
- Grief
About Richard
Richard Stafford is a counsellor with 17 years of experience who helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief and relationship difficulties. He supports those dealing with low self-esteem, anger and life changes, and offers guidance for parenting concerns and addiction-related struggles. Richard aims to make the first step feel manageable for anyone feeling overwhelmed.
He uses a client-centred approach that focuses on the person rather than a diagnosis. Sessions are shaped around what each person needs, with an emphasis on being listened to and understood.
Background and approach
Conversations are straightforward and aimed at finding practical ways to cope day to day. Richard creates a relaxed space where thoughts and feelings can be spoken about without judgement. He encourages people to explore what is getting in the way of feeling more confident and in control.
Work often includes identifying small changes that can make life feel steadier. Across his career he has supported people through bereavement, relationship strains and workplace stress. He also helps with issues such as isolation, guilt and difficulties with communication.
The aim is to help people discover solutions that fit their lives. Richard welcomes international clients and conducts sessions in English. He describes therapy as a collaborative process and prefers to tailor his approach so it fits each person’s goals and practical circumstances.
What Richard works with
Everything Richard lists, in their own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Richard helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Depression
- Compassion fatigue
- Abandonment
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Self-love
- Workplace issues
Approaches Richard lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Client-centred approaches and online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy is built around warm listening and helping the person lead the pace and focus of sessions. It is useful for people who want to explore feelings, build self-esteem and find their own solutions to problems such as grief, anxiety or relationship difficulties.Richard approaches online work with the same person-focused outlook he uses face to face. He will talk with each person about what methods feel most helpful and then adapt the sessions in collaboration. Deciding which approach to try is part of the work together rather than a fixed promise up front.
Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video can be useful for a closer face-to-face feel, phone calls work well when bandwidth is limited, and messaging provides a quicker check-in that can fit around a busy schedule. These options aim to increase flexibility and make it easier to keep therapy going alongside other commitments.
Questions people ask about Richard
What concerns does Richard commonly help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and relationship difficulties, plus parenting, self-esteem and anger-related problems.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He works in a client-centred way, focusing on listening and adapting sessions to each person. The style is warm, non-judgemental and practical.
How much experience does he have?
Richard has 17 years of experience working with a wide range of emotional and life issues, including bereavement and workplace stress.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds BACP registration and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international work are supported?
Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.
What formats are available for sessions?
Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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