- Person-centred approach
- Work on reactions
- Focus on choices
About Aaren
Aaren Smith is an NCPS counsellor based in the United Kingdom with nine years' experience. He works with adults on issues such as stress, anxiety, relationships, depression, anger and coping with life changes. Sessions focus on building a trusting professional relationship and on practical conversation about feelings and choices.
He uses a person-centred approach, which means he aims to listen without judgement and to accept each person as an individual. He prefers a collaborative style where the client’s goals guide the work. That approach suits people who want to make sense of their emotions and find clearer ways to respond when anger, frustration or resentment show up.
In sessions he avoids a rigid question set or only asking “how does that make you feel.” Instead he talks through specific moments, reactions and choices alongside the client. He will discuss what feels most useful for each person and adapt how sessions run so the client remains in control of the process.
He also supports people dealing with addiction, ADHD-related difficulties, parenting strain, grief, eating issues and questions around identity. These areas often overlap with anger and stress, and he will help clients see those links and work through them step by step.
Practical matters, such as how therapy fits into day-to-day life and what the client hopes to change, form part of the early conversations. If someone prefers to try talking first, Aaren guides the short practical steps for planning sessions, setting goals and checking progress.
How Client-Centred work translates to online sessions
Aaren works from a Client-Centred position, which means the therapist focuses on listening, acceptance and genuineness. This approach helps when someone wants to understand why anger or frustration keeps coming up and to talk through everyday reactions and choices.Client-Centred Therapy centres the client’s own perspective. It involves reflective listening and open conversation about what matters to the client. For issues like stress, resentment or relationship tension this way of working supports clearer thinking and practical next steps.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, then choose how to proceed together. That conversation is collaborative and ongoing rather than fixed at the start.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow for shorter check-ins when needed and reduce travel time. Registered or accredited professionals use remote sessions to keep regular contact and to work through issues like anger management in practical, bite-sized steps.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship issues, depression, anger and coping with life changes, among other concerns.
What is his therapeutic style?
He practises Client-Centred Therapy, listening without judgement and working collaboratively so the client leads the goals.
How much experience does he have?
He has nine years of experience working as a counsellor in the United Kingdom.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is accredited by the National Counselling Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and practices from the United Kingdom.
Can I have sessions in other languages or from another country?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm the available session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.