Dr. William Naylor, NCPS
Dr. William Naylor offers help for people facing depression, stress and anxiety. He also supports those dealing with intimacy concerns, self-esteem and family-related difficulties.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Intimacy Issues
- +3 more
About William
Dr. William Naylor offers help for people facing depression, stress and anxiety. He also supports those dealing with intimacy concerns, self-esteem and family-related difficulties.
He presents a calm, straightforward approach that aims to make seeking help less daunting. He sees people as experts in their own lives and looks for strengths they already have. Sessions focus on small, practical steps that make daily life feel more manageable.
He encourages realistic goals and steady progress rather than quick fixes.
Background and approach
With 29 years of experience, Dr Naylor draws on a broad range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques. He works in ways that match each person’s needs, discussing options and choosing what fits best. This helps to tackle issues such as attachment problems, codependency and communication difficulties.
He also supports people through life transitions like separation, caregiving strain, and grief linked to hospice and end-of-life matters. Themes such as guilt, shame, emptiness and questions of life purpose are explored in a straightforward way. Men’s issues and relationship betrayals such as infidelity are also addressed.
Sessions are available in English and delivered from the United Kingdom. Dr Naylor uses conversational, goal-oriented work and encourages people to take manageable steps between meetings. The emphasis is on steady change and practical tools to cope with difficult moments.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| NCPS | NCS23-02617 | July 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 William works with
Everything William lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Intimacy-related issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Attachment issues
- Blended family issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Dependent personality
- Divorce and separation
- Emptiness
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hospice and end-of-life counselling
- Infidelity
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Online support
Another approach involves working on attachment and relational patterns by looking at how past relationships shape current ones. This helps with intimacy issues, codependency and communication problems by increasing awareness and trying new ways of relating.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist discusses options with each person and together they decide what seems most helpful. Plans are regularly reviewed and adjusted according to progress and preferences.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video calls suit deeper conversations and visual cues, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and messaging or live chat work well for brief check-ins or when a shorter option fits a busy day. These formats make it simpler to fit therapy around work, caregiving or travel commitments while keeping the focus on achievable change.
Frequently asked
What concerns does he help with?
He supports people with depression, stress and anxiety alongside intimacy and family-related difficulties. Additional areas include self-esteem, attachment and relationship problems.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a direct, conversational style that focuses on practical steps and realistic goals. The work is collaborative and aimed at making everyday life more manageable.
What is his professional background?
He has 29 years of professional therapeutic experience working with a wide range of relationship and emotional concerns. That experience informs a steady, pragmatic approach to therapy.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed with the credential NCPS and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can international clients book?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist’s availability.
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