William Signey, BACP
William Signey is a counsellor who brings six years of practice to his work.
About William
William Signey is a counsellor who brings six years of practice to his work. He holds a BACP credential and works with people facing depression, anxiety, stress and trauma. William aims to make the first step easier by offering straightforward, respectful conversation tailored to each person.
He prefers a simple, person-focused style. Sessions are practical and calm. He listens for what matters most and helps people name feelings and patterns that get in the way of daily life.
Background and approach
William combines approaches so sessions suit the person rather than a single model. He draws on methods that help with thinking patterns, emotional regulation and building values-led action. That mix supports people coping with grief, addiction, obsessive thoughts and relationship tensions.
He has experience working in clinical settings, schools and with a mental health charity. That background informs how he works with people who have experienced abuse, PTSD, self-harm or major life changes. He also supports those dealing with neurodiversity, adoption and foster care questions, and postpartum difficulties.
In therapy he focuses on building trust, empathy and practical skills. Conversations lead to clearer choices, better coping tools and gradual changes that fit everyday life. If someone wants to explore feelings, set goals, or steady themselves after a crisis, his approach is collaborative and steady.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 392948 | June 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
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Depression
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- Adoption and foster care
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Infidelity
- Intellectual disability
- Jealousy
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Paranoia
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Postpartum depression
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Trichotillomania
- Young adult issues
Approaches William lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential 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 goals, preferences and what has or hasn't helped before. That collaborative process makes it easier to pick methods that fit the person's life and aims rather than imposing a single model.
Online sessions offer flexibility and practical benefits. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when travel is difficult. Phone sessions can be shorter or fit a break at work and need less bandwidth. Live chat and text-based messaging suit quick check-ins, reflective writing or when someone prefers not to be on camera. These options make it easier to keep a regular rhythm of therapy while using approaches like ACT, CBT or attachment work.
Frequently asked
What concerns does William often help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief and addictions. He also supports people with relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, anger and self-esteem problems.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a client-centred, practical style that focuses on listening and simple tools. The aim is to clarify feelings, build coping skills and make small, useful changes.
What experience does he bring?
He has six years of professional experience and has worked in clinical settings, schools and with a mental health charity. That variety shapes his work with trauma, self-harm and complex life changes.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts clients internationally.
How are sessions delivered?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I do to begin therapy?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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