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Brendan Grufferty , BACP

BACP-accredited integrative counsellor
  • Over 12 years experience
  • Schools and NHS work
  • Person-centred and CBT

About Brendan Grufferty

Brendan Grufferty is a BACP registered and accredited counsellor and psychotherapist who has practised for over 12 years, working predominantly as a schools-based counsellor and within NHS contract services. He holds BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy is the professional body that registers and accredits counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK - and brings that professional framework to his clinical work.

As an integrative practitioner, he draws on several counselling approaches, including person-centred counselling, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and attachment theory. This blend allows him to adapt his methods to each person he works with, tailoring sessions to individual needs while maintaining a steady emphasis on the therapeutic relationship. He begins all work from a person-centred stance, prioritising the trust and connection between therapist and client as the foundation for change and growth.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCommunication problemsControl issuesEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasSelf-harmSelf-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Brendan Grufferty have?

Brendan Grufferty has 12 years of professional experience.

Is Brendan Grufferty a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the BACP credential. BACP is the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, the professional body that registers and accredits counsellors and psychotherapists. No further licence details were provided.

In which languages does Brendan Grufferty provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English.

Where is Brendan Grufferty located?

He is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Brendan Grufferty as my therapist?

Clients can work with Brendan Grufferty through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Brendan Grufferty work with international clients?

Brendan Grufferty does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Brendan Grufferty cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

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