Counsellor profile
Andrew Higginbottom, NCPS
Counsellor - Family and relationships
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- ACT
- CBT
- Attachment work
About Andrew
Andrew Higginbottom is a counsellor registered with the NCPS in the United Kingdom and has three years of professional experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, family conflict, low self-esteem and motivation. He also helps with issues such as depression, grief, addiction and parenting strains.
He uses plain conversation and evidence-informed methods to help people name what is most difficult. Sessions focus on practical steps and small changes that fit into everyday life. He listens to the facts of a person's situation and draws on approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to map options.
Andrew often works with people dealing with intimacy-related worries, eating and sleeping problems, anger or career uncertainty. He also supports those coping with trauma, ADHD, bipolar mood challenges and caregiver stress. Additional concerns he addresses include attachment or abandonment issues, body image and blended family matters.
His style is client-centred, which means he aims to follow each person's priorities while using specific tools from therapies such as DBT and attachment-based work when helpful. Expect a mixture of talking, practical exercises and reflection aimed at clearer choices and better day-to-day coping.
To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. Fees vary by location and are handled through a cancellable subscription model.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking committed action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. It can help with anxiety, low motivation and decisions about relationships and parenting.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours interact and uses practical steps to shift unhelpful patterns. It is often useful for stress, sleep and mood problems.
Attachment-Based Therapy pays attention to how early relationships affect current patterns. It can be helpful when someone struggles with trust, abandonment fears or recurring relationship cycles.
Finding the right mix of these approaches is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods together and adjust based on what helps. That collaborative process aims to match the therapy style to the client's needs and preferences.
Session formats are not listed in the supplied biography, so please confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins between commitments or remove the need to travel. A combination of talking, behavioural tasks and between-session exercises can fit into ordinary routines to support steady progress.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of family or parenting concerns does he help with?
He helps people who are dealing with family conflict, parenting strain and blended family issues. He works with individual adults on these topics rather than with whole families.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He follows a client-centred approach, combining that with practical methods from ACT, CBT and DBT to suit what a person needs. Sessions mix discussion with exercises and reflection.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has three years of professional work experience in the UK. His practice includes a range of concerns from anxiety to relationship and parenting issues.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the NCPS and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees handled?
Costs vary by location and sessions are delivered through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A registration can be checked with the body that issued it.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is in danger, use the crisis numbers.