Therapist
Brett Garcia
BACP
Experienced counsellor for complex life challenges
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- Attachment focused
- Neurodiversity affirming
- Trauma informed
About Brett
Brett blends a focus on current problems with attention to earlier experiences that shape how people respond now. He uses approaches drawn from attachment work, client‑centred practice and cognitive behavioural ideas, tailoring the way he works to each person. Sessions aim to reveal patterns, name reactions and find practical ways to shift them.
He has long experience in health and social care settings and has worked in senior clinical roles within the UK National Health Service. That background informs work with clients facing burnout, high‑pressure roles and ongoing stress. Brett also brings experience from research, training and charity leadership to his practice.
Brett describes his approach as trauma‑informed and neurodiversity‑affirming, which means he pays attention to safety, pacing and individual communication styles. He supports people who are exploring possible diagnoses as well as those who already identify as neurodivergent.
Common concerns he helps with include anxiety, low mood, relationship and attachment issues, grief, addictions, parenting strain, and coping with chronic illness or caregiving roles. He also offers support around intimacy, self‑esteem and life transitions.
Sessions combine reflective listening with practical work when helpful. Brett aims to build clarity about patterns and then try out different ways of responding so clients can move forward with more choice.
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Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
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How his approaches translate to online counselling
Brett commonly uses attachment‑based work and client‑centred approaches, and he also draws on cognitive behavioural ideas. Attachment‑based work looks at how early relationships shape current ways of relating and can help with repeated patterns in close relationships. Client‑centred practice focuses on listening and understanding the person as they are, helping people feel heard and valued. Cognitive behavioural techniques help identify unhelpful thoughts and test practical changes that reduce anxiety and low mood.Finding the right mixture of approaches is part of the work. He discusses goals and preferences with each person and chooses ways of working together that fit their needs. This is a collaborative process that can shift as therapy progresses.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session options before booking as formats are not specified here. Online work can help make sessions fit around daily life, reduce travel, and allow people to join from different locations. It can also make shorter check‑ins possible when time is limited, or allow sessions without needing to be on camera when that helps someone focus.
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of difficulties does Brett specialise in?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, parenting strain, and challenges around intimacy and self‑esteem.
What is his style of therapy?
His style is collaborative and reflective. He combines attachment‑based thinking, client‑centred work and cognitive behavioural techniques to look at patterns and practical changes.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has around 20 years of professional experience, including senior clinical roles within the UK National Health Service and work in research, training and charity settings.
Where is Brett based and what credential does he hold?
He works from the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP in his profile.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He accepts international clients and works with people from diverse locations and backgrounds.
How are sessions scheduled and what does therapy cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions are delivered through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.
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