About Patrick
Patrick Yardy is a counsellor and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He has 12 years of experience helping people manage depression, addictions and low self-esteem. He also supports those facing grief, life changes and LGBT-related concerns.
Patrick aims to create a welcoming space where clients can speak honestly without feeling judged. In sessions he keeps things straightforward and practical. He listens first and follows the client’s lead, helping people notice patterns and try different ways of coping.
Background and approach
Conversations focus on what matters most to the client and on small, manageable steps between appointments. Patrick has worked across settings that exposed him to drug and alcohol addiction, HIV and AIDS related concerns, obsessive-compulsive behaviours, personality difficulties and sex addiction. That range of experience helps him draw on simple approaches suited to each person’s situation.
He uses client-centred therapy as the main approach. This means the client’s perspective guides the work and the therapist aims to respond with empathy and respect. Sessions are paced to match each person’s readiness to change.
People who choose Patrick often want a calm, non-judgemental conversation and clear next steps. He encourages honest discussion about goals and keeps the focus on practical change that fits daily life.
What Patrick works with
Everything Patrick lists, in their own terms. LGBT is the reason Patrick is listed here; the rest shows what else Patrick works with.
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- HIV / AIDS
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Personality disorders
- Sex addiction
Approaches Patrick lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Client-centred support for online counselling
Client-centred therapy places the client at the heart of the work. The counsellor listens closely and follows the person’s lead, helping them make sense of feelings and decide on practical next steps. This approach is helpful for depression, low self-esteem, grief and adjusting to life changes.For issues around addiction, Patrick draws on the same client-focused stance but pays attention to patterns and triggers that affect daily routines. The aim is to help people identify small, doable changes and to build coping habits that fit real life.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work jointly with each person to decide what fits best, taking into account their goals, what has helped before, and how they prefer to work. That collaborative planning shapes the pace and focus of sessions.
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around busy days, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. For some people it also makes it simpler to maintain contact between appointments and to practise new skills in everyday settings.
Questions people ask about Patrick
What concerns does Patrick work with?
He supports people with addictions, depression, low self-esteem, grief and coping with life changes, and also works with LGBT-related concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a client-centred style that prioritises listening and following the client’s lead, focusing on empathy and practical next steps.
What is his professional background?
He has 12 years of professional experience and has worked with issues such as drug and alcohol addiction, OCD, personality difficulties and sex addiction.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted; he works with people in the United Kingdom.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
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?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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