AB Portrait of Andrew Buurman

Andrew Buurman, BACP

Calm, practical counselling for anxiety and stress

3 years in practice · based in United Kingdom · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Andrew

Andrew Buurman is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people wrestling with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem and career concerns. He has practical experience helping people affected by addiction and low motivation. Andrew writes plainly and aims to make the first step feel manageable for someone who is worried or unsure.

Andrew creates sessions that let people speak openly about painful thoughts and feelings. He focuses on listening and responding without judgement.

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Background and approach

Sessions are steady and down-to-earth rather than rushed or full of technical language. He uses a client-centred approach that puts the person’s experience at the core of the work. That means conversations follow the client’s priorities and pace.

The counsellor helps people make sense of emotions and decide on small, practical steps forward. Across three years of professional practice he has worked with a range of concerns linked to attachment, communication, abandonment and feelings of emptiness. He also supports people dealing with guilt, shame, fatherhood challenges, and midlife questions.

Andrew draws on those experiences to tailor sessions to each person’s situation. People who choose him can expect steady listening, straightforward language and help to map out clear goals. He encourages realistic steps for change and checks progress as therapy continues.

Client-centred care online and practical ways forward

Client-Centred Therapy places the person’s experience at the heart of sessions. The counsellor listens without directing the conversation and helps people name their feelings and priorities. This approach can be useful for anxiety, grief, relationship-related worries and for people wanting a steady, empathetic listener.

Andrew uses a straightforward conversational style and will collaborate with each person to find the best approach. He discusses goals, checks in about progress, and adapts the work to the individual’s needs and preferences rather than following a rigid plan.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, giving practical options for different situations. Video calls let people see non-verbal cues and suit longer therapy sessions. Phone sessions can work well when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and messaging allow shorter check-ins and flexible timing for someone balancing work or family demands.

These remote formats make it easier to fit counselling into a busy schedule and to continue work from different locations. Andrew will help decide which format fits the person’s goals, comfort and day-to-day life.
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Questions people ask

What concerns does Andrew commonly help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem and career concerns. He also has experience with addiction and related issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are client-centred and conversational. He listens closely and follows the client’s priorities rather than imposing a strict plan.
How long has he been practising?
Andrew has three years of professional counselling experience working with a variety of emotional and behavioural concerns.
What qualifications and location are listed?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, noted as BACP, and works from the United Kingdom.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients who can participate in English-language sessions.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model 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, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

What this therapist works with

Therapeutic approaches

Experience
3 years
Licensed
Languages
English

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