Ian Saunders , NCPS

Ian Saunders is a seasoned counsellor with a long history of supporting people through addiction, relationship difficulties, trauma, anger, and self-esteem challenges. He works from a private practice and combines in-person sessions with telephone and online options, adapting to client needs and availability. With 18 years of experience in the counselling field, Ian has supported a wide range of clients facing issues such as drug and alcohol addiction, process addictions, codependency, infidelity, and communication or control problems.

Ian holds the NCPS credential, a professional counselling qualification that reflects formal training and experience in the field. He brings a compassionate, nonjudgmental approach to his work and focuses on creating a space where clients can explore difficult feelings, understand patterns, and build practical coping strategies. His practice addresses both presenting problems and the underlying dynamics that contribute to ongoing distress.

Clients can expect a collaborative working style that draws on client-centered principles, motivational techniques, and solution-focused methods to set achievable goals and track progress. Ian accepts new clients and also works with people internationally, offering flexible appointment formats to suit differing schedules and needs.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Ian Saunders uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive environment where the client's experience guides the work - this approach helps people who need greater self-understanding, emotional support, and empathy as they explore personal challenges. He also employs motivational interviewing, a collaborative method that helps clients resolve ambivalence and strengthen their own motivation for change, which can be particularly useful for addiction and commitment-related issues. Solution-focused therapy is used to identify practical steps and short-term goals, focusing on what is working and how to build on strengths rather than dwelling on problems.

Deciding which approach fits best is part of the therapeutic process. Ian works collaboratively with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and tailors sessions so the chosen methods support realistic progress. This makes the plan responsive and client-led.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, allow access from different locations including international clients, and support continuity of care when in-person meetings are not possible. Licensed professionals and therapists can adapt their techniques effectively across these formats to maintain focus on practical outcomes and personal growth.