Barry Crompton, BACP
Barry Crompton is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with five years of professional experience.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and Abuse
- +3 more
About Barry
Barry Crompton is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with five years of professional experience. He helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low self-esteem or depression. He also supports those dealing with relationship problems and the aftermath of trauma and abuse.
He creates an open, non-judgemental space where clients can talk about difficult thoughts and feelings. Sessions focus on listening and on practical steps that suit each person.
Background and approach
Barry encourages simple, realistic changes rather than long lists of tasks. His work draws on approaches such as cognitive behavioural methods and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, as well as client-centred and attachment-based thinking. These tools are used to help people notice unhelpful patterns and try new ways of relating to themselves and others.
Barry often works with issues like abandonment, communication problems, guilt and shame, and feelings of isolation. He also supports people facing life transitions including divorce, midlife questions and financial stress. People who prefer a calm, straightforward style tend to find his approach helpful.
He combines practical suggestions with empathy and steady support. Taking the first step is often the hardest part, and he aims to make that first step easier to take.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 405401 | September 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Barry works with
Everything Barry lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Approaches Barry lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk through your needs, goals and preferences and suggest methods that match. This is a collaborative process and adjustments can be made as you go along to find what helps most.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet. Video calls suit people who want face-to-face conversation. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is low or you want a shorter check-in. Live chat and text-based messaging let you write in moments that fit your day and can be useful between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving and travel while keeping continuity of care with registered or accredited professionals.
Frequently asked
What concerns does he help with?
He supports people struggling with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and depression. He also addresses issues like isolation, guilt, communication problems and life transitions.
What is his therapeutic style?
He offers a calm, down-to-earth approach that mixes listening with practical suggestions. Sessions aim to be straightforward and focused on small, manageable changes.
How much experience does he have?
He has five years of professional counselling experience working in the United Kingdom. That experience has included a broad range of emotional and relationship concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds BACP credentials and practises from the United Kingdom. The BACP is the credential listed for his professional standing.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English. He is also able to accept international clients.
In what formats are sessions available?
He works online using video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. This range allows different styles of contact depending on what a person finds most useful.
How does payment and cost work?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model. The subscription can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
To start, select the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire. You can then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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