Thomas Mead , BACP

Thomas Mead is a UK-based therapist with seven years of clinical experience who works with adults and young people affected by trauma and life transitions. He began his career supporting children and young people who had been victims or witnesses to crimes, and that early work helped shape his focus on trauma-informed care. Over time he developed a practice that combines trauma-focused work with practical strategies drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to support recovery and coping.

He has worked with people facing a wide range of challenges, including trauma and abuse, sleeping difficulties, parenting concerns, anger management, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family problems, and adjustments after separation or loss. He also addresses issues such as attachment and abandonment, fatherhood challenges, guilt and shame, isolation, and questions of life purpose and self-worth. Thomas draws on his BACP credential - BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists - as part of his professional identity.

Thomas aims to create an open, nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be explored and practical steps toward change can be developed. He recognises that beginning therapy can take courage and is supportive of clients who reach out for help.

Approaches for online trauma and practical support

Thomas uses Trauma-Focused Therapy to help people process and make sense of distressing experiences. This approach concentrates on understanding how traumatic events affect thoughts, emotions, and behaviour, and supports people in rebuilding a sense of safety and control. He also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a structured method that helps clients identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours to improve mood and functioning. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and anger management. Additionally, Thomas employs Client-Centered Therapy to create a respectful, empathetic space where clients lead the pace and focus of sessions and feel heard during moments of uncertainty or change.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Thomas works with clients to explore their goals, preferences, and needs, and adapts methods over time so the therapy fits the individual rather than requiring the person to fit a model.

Online therapy with Thomas is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing practical flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access consistent support, maintain continuity of care, and engage in therapy from locations that work best for the client.