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Aaron Lewis

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Aaron Lewis, BACP

United Kingdom

BACP counsellor - Relationships and Addictions

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Where Aaron stands

Credentials
BACP
Registration
BACP, United Kingdom / 401095
Experience
4 years
Languages
English
Location
United Kingdom

About

  • Client-Centred
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
  • Mindfulness

About Aaron

Aaron Lewis is a BACP-registered counsellor in the United Kingdom with four years of professional experience. He works with adults on issues such as addictions, relationships, self-esteem, motivation and professional coaching. He also addresses stress, anxiety, grief, trauma and codependency concerns.

He uses clear, direct conversation to identify what feels most urgent. Sessions focus on practical steps people can try between meetings. He aims to create an environment where clients can speak openly without feeling judged.

Aaron draws on client-centred work to follow what matters most to each person. He often integrates cognitive behavioural ideas to spot unhelpful thinking and to try different behaviours. He also uses mindfulness techniques and hypnotherapy when these fit a client's goals.

People struggling with people-pleasing, trouble saying no, or losing themselves in relationships will find focused support for setting boundaries and recognising patterns. He also supports those coping with workplace pressure, addiction-related problems, or the emotional fall-out of trauma and bereavement.

Sessions tend to be practical and straightforward. Aaron works with clients to set clear goals and review progress. He offers a mix of conversational coaching and clinical approaches to help people take small, manageable steps forward.

How sessions work

How Aaron uses therapeutic approaches online

Aaron commonly blends client-centred work with cognitive behavioural techniques. Client-centred therapy means the session follows what the client brings and prioritises their concerns. It helps people feel heard and decide what to focus on next. Cognitive behavioural therapy looks at thoughts and behaviours and tests small changes to reduce anxiety, manage cravings or shift unhelpful patterns.

He also uses mindfulness techniques to build awareness of thoughts and bodily reactions, and may include elements of hypnotherapy for focused relaxation and accessing motivation when suitable. These approaches can help with stress, addiction-related urges, and problems with people-pleasing or boundary setting.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will discuss different methods and agree on what to try based on a client's goals and preferences. Treatment can change over time as needs evolve.

Confirm the available session formats before booking, as specific options are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, reduce travel, or allow a shorter check-in when time is limited. Registered or accredited professionals can offer online sessions that aim to be practical and easy to schedule, helping therapy fit into everyday life rather than adding extra burden.

Areas of focus

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsRelationship issuesSelf esteemCoachingADHD

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)HypnotherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

4+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he work with?

He helps with addictions, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, stress, anxiety, grief and codependency-related concerns.

What is his style in therapy?

His approach is conversational and practical, combining client-centred listening with techniques from CBT, mindfulness and hypnotherapy.

How much experience does he have?

He has four years of professional experience working with adults on mental health and coaching issues.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practices in the United Kingdom.

Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?

He accepts international clients and offers sessions across borders, with English used for all meetings.

Which session formats does he offer?

Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

What do I do to begin?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.

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Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe at home, use the crisis and helpline numbers.

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