Raymond Guddah , BACP

Raymond Guddah is a British citizen originally from Ghana who trained with a range of educational institutions in the United Kingdom and is a registered member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists - BACP, the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK.

He is a qualified psychodynamic and addictions therapist with a strong background in cognitive behavioural therapy. Over 15 years he has worked across community and residential rehabilitation settings and within various mental health sectors in the UK, bringing experience with both individual and complex presentations.

Raymond offers an interactive approach to therapy that emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion while encouraging self-efficacy. He works with clients to develop a treatment plan tailored to their specific needs and goals, drawing on psychodynamic understanding and practical CBT techniques when appropriate.

He has extensive international experience, having worked with people from Europe, the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Raymond specialises in a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, and mood disorders.

For those ready to make a change, Raymond supports each person through the therapeutic journey with practical guidance and collaborative care.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Raymond draws on psychodynamic therapy to explore how past experiences and relationship patterns influence present feelings and behaviours; this approach can help people understand underlying themes in relationships, mood, and coping. He also integrates cognitive behavioural therapy - CBT - which focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours to ease symptoms such as anxiety or low mood. Motivational interviewing is used when engaging with change around addictive behaviours or ambivalence, helping clients clarify their goals and strengthen motivation for healthier choices.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Raymond works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods suit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts his approach as the work progresses to ensure the best possible fit.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering practical flexibility for people with busy schedules, mobility limits, or who live far from in-person services. These formats make it easier to access regular support while maintaining continuity of care and adapting sessions to what works best for the individual.