- Person-centred approach
- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
About Russell
Russell Bresgall is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom with 12 years of experience. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship difficulties, grief and anger, among other concerns. Russell describes himself as person-centred and focuses on building a trusting working relationship.
He uses a person-centred approach that places the client’s experience at the centre of sessions. That means listening closely, reflecting what comes up in conversation, and helping people make sense of their feelings. He also draws on cognitive behavioural ideas to spot unhelpful thought patterns and practical ways to change them.
Russell includes existential and psychodynamic thinking when it helps to look at life purpose, patterns from the past, or persistent relational difficulties. Mindfulness techniques are offered to manage stress, sleep disruption and recurring low mood. These methods are described in straightforward terms and used alongside conversation rather than as standalone prescriptions.
He has supported people through grief, addiction, ADHD-related issues and work-related stress. Russell also helps clients who feel stuck by loneliness, shame, impulsivity or difficulties with intimacy and commitment. Sessions are conversational and aim to help someone understand what keeps a problem going and to try out different ways of responding.
To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and then arrange a first session. The practice uses a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time, and sessions vary in cost with location.
How his approaches translate to online work
Russell blends person-centred listening with cognitive behavioural techniques and mindfulness practice. Person-centred work focuses on clear, reflective listening and helping the client make sense of feelings and decisions. CBT looks at specific thoughts and behaviours that maintain problems and offers practical experiments to change them. Mindfulness teaches simple attention skills and breathing or grounding exercises to manage stress, sleep problems and recurring low mood.Choosing which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and preferences and will try methods that fit the person’s situation. If something does not feel helpful, they can adjust the way they work together and try alternatives.
The original biography does not list explicit session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into a workday, allow quieter surroundings, or are simpler when a shorter check-in is needed. Registered or accredited professionals can offer flexible scheduling that helps therapy slot into everyday life without long travel times.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, depression, anger and related concerns such as intimacy, self-esteem and career questions.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Russell works in a person-centred way with practical elements from CBT, psychodynamic and mindfulness approaches added where useful.
How much experience does he have?
He has 12 years of experience working with adults on a range of emotional and relational issues.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.