- Sleep and rest focus
- CBT and trauma-informed
- Short practical steps
About Richard
Richard Folkes is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who focuses on sleep and rest alongside a wide range of emotional concerns. He helps people manage stress and anxiety, cope with addictions, and work through trauma and abuse. He welcomes conversations about career strain, relationship concerns and changes such as separation or grief.
Richard works from the view that each person knows their own story best. He listens with curiosity and helps people build on their existing strengths. Sessions are practical and grounded, with time spent on small steps that can be tried between meetings.
He draws on client-centred therapy to keep the person and their priorities central. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, is used to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop clearer routines. Trauma-Focused Therapy is used when past experiences are getting in the way of present life.
Richard has three years of professional experience and holds the NCPS credential. He uses straightforward language and avoids clinical jargon so people can focus on what matters to them. People often come for help with sleep, self-esteem, parenting stresses, or managing mood swings such as bipolar and depression.
Booking starts with a short matching questionnaire on the site, and sessions are scheduled according to the therapist's availability. He supports international clients and conducts sessions in English.
Approaches that translate well to online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy places the client's priorities at the heart of the work. The counsellor listens, reflects and helps the person find their own solutions, which can suit conversations about sleep, self-esteem or relationship worries.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It teaches simple tools to change unhelpful thinking and build routines that support better rest and mood regulation.
Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on how past experiences affect day-to-day life and aims to reduce their hold on current functioning. It can be useful for people who find sleep, anxiety or relationships disrupted by earlier harm.
Finding the right approach is a joint process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences and what feels manageable, then together decide which methods to try first. The plan can be adjusted as progress is made.
Confirm the session formats available before booking, as the biography does not list specific options. Many people find online counselling helps fit therapy into a busy week, makes shorter check-ins possible, and removes travel time so sessions can be scheduled around work or family commitments. For others, it can reduce the need to be on camera or allow for simpler phone conversations when bandwidth is limited.
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Experience
3+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Richard commonly help with?
He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, addictions, depression, sleeping problems and relationship or parenting strains.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Sessions are person-centred and practical. He listens first, then works on small, achievable steps to change unhelpful thoughts or routines.
What is his background and experience?
He has three years of professional experience working with emotional and behavioural concerns and focuses on building strengths and coping strategies with clients.
Which credentials and region apply to this counsellor?
He holds the NCPS credential and practises from the United Kingdom.
Are sessions available in other languages or for international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription 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.