Andrew Leighton, BACP
Integrated psychotherapist supporting recovery and resilience
- BACP registered
- Specialist in addictions
- Trauma and relationship support
About Andrew Leighton
Andrew Leighton prioritizes building a trusting therapeutic relationship where people feel heard and respected. He offers a compassionate, empathic, and non-judgemental style that supports clients as they explore difficult experiences and work toward improved mental health and wellbeing. Sessions are typically led by the client to allow for personal exploration, while Andrew gently guides the conversation to help unpack personal narratives, identify limiting beliefs and life scripts, and surface patterns that may be keeping someone stuck.
As a BACP-registered therapist - registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - Andrew works as an integrated psychotherapist, drawing on a range of approaches to suit each person’s needs. His training includes a Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Integrated Psychotherapy and targeted training in areas such as addiction therapy, substance misuse counselling, grief and loss, existential anxiety, recovery pathways, and Compassionate Enquiry with Gabor Maté. This breadth of training enables him to tailor techniques from person-centred, cognitive-behavioural, gestalt, narrative, and attachment-informed work.
Andrew has experience addressing issues including addictions, bereavement, anxiety, depression, divorce and separation, body dysmorphia, and low self-esteem, among other concerns. He adapts interventions to each individual and invites clients to collaborate in setting goals and pacing the work. He welcomes enquiries from those seeking a supportive, personalised approach to therapy.
As a BACP-registered therapist - registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - Andrew works as an integrated psychotherapist, drawing on a range of approaches to suit each person’s needs. His training includes a Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Integrated Psychotherapy and targeted training in areas such as addiction therapy, substance misuse counselling, grief and loss, existential anxiety, recovery pathways, and Compassionate Enquiry with Gabor Maté. This breadth of training enables him to tailor techniques from person-centred, cognitive-behavioural, gestalt, narrative, and attachment-informed work.
Andrew has experience addressing issues including addictions, bereavement, anxiety, depression, divorce and separation, body dysmorphia, and low self-esteem, among other concerns. He adapts interventions to each individual and invites clients to collaborate in setting goals and pacing the work. He welcomes enquiries from those seeking a supportive, personalised approach to therapy.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Andrew Leighton have?
Andrew Leighton has 4 years of experience working as a psychotherapist.
Is Andrew Leighton a licensed therapist?
Yes. He is registered with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Andrew Leighton provide therapy?
Andrew provides therapy in English.
Where is Andrew Leighton located?
Andrew Leighton is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Andrew Leighton as my therapist?
You can work with Andrew through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Andrew Leighton work with international clients?
Andrew Leighton does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Andrew Leighton cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and how online therapy supports them
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice unhelpful thoughts and feelings without getting entangled in them, and then focus on values-guided actions that build a more meaningful life. It is often useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and difficulties with motivation.Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns formed in early relationships and how they influence current connections and emotional responses. It can support work on intimacy-related concerns, relationship difficulties, abandonment or attachment issues, and recovery from relational trauma.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Andrew will work collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaboration includes checking in about what feels helpful, adapting techniques, and pacing the work to fit the client.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call or phone let people meet from home, while live chat and text-based messaging provide alternatives for those who prefer written communication or need shorter, more frequent check-ins. These options make therapy more accessible around work, family, or mobility constraints and allow licensed professionals and therapists to maintain continuity of care even when in-person meetings are not possible.