Dr. William Cook, BACP, NCPS
Experienced UK therapist for trauma and relationships
- 18 years experience
- BACP NCPS credentials
- Accepts international clients
About Dr. William Cook
Dr. William Cook is a UK-based, male counsellor with 18 years of professional experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and relationship difficulties. He holds BACP and NCPS credentials, indicating recognised professional counselling qualifications, and offers tailored support for neurodivergent clients, including those with ADHD and autism. Dr. Cook works with a wide range of presenting concerns - from attachment and intimacy-related issues to grief, parenting challenges, eating and sleeping difficulties, bipolar disorder, and career-related stress. He also supports people affected by compassion fatigue, chronic illness and pain, caregiver stress, and issues linked to adoption, aging, and blended families.
Using an integrative approach, Dr. Cook draws on Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) to create personalised treatment plans. This blend of practical techniques and deeper emotional work helps clients develop coping strategies, improve relationships, and work through past wounds. He has experience supporting the LGBT community and can provide Christian counselling on request.
Over the years, Dr. Cook has worked with organisations such as The Magdalene Project and Maundy Relief Counselling Service, written four books on addiction, and advocated for mental health education. Outside of practice, he values family time, physical activity, and connecting with nature, experiences that inform his empathetic, grounded approach to therapy.
Using an integrative approach, Dr. Cook draws on Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) to create personalised treatment plans. This blend of practical techniques and deeper emotional work helps clients develop coping strategies, improve relationships, and work through past wounds. He has experience supporting the LGBT community and can provide Christian counselling on request.
Over the years, Dr. Cook has worked with organisations such as The Magdalene Project and Maundy Relief Counselling Service, written four books on addiction, and advocated for mental health education. Outside of practice, he values family time, physical activity, and connecting with nature, experiences that inform his empathetic, grounded approach to therapy.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTrichotillomaniaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. William Cook have?
Dr. William Cook has 18 years of professional experience working with individuals, couples, and families across a wide range of issues.
Is Dr. William Cook a licensed therapist?
Yes. Dr. William Cook holds BACP and NCPS credentials, reflecting recognised professional counselling qualifications.
In which languages does Dr. William Cook provide therapy?
Dr. William Cook provides therapy in English, Spanish, and French.
Where is Dr. William Cook located?
Dr. William Cook is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Dr. William Cook as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. William Cook through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. William Cook work with international clients?
Yes, Dr. William Cook works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. William Cook 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 Online Sessions
Dr. William Cook integrates several evidence-informed approaches to guide online work, tailoring methods to each person's needs. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns - it helps clients understand attachment styles, improve trust, and build more secure connections in intimate and family relationships. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the therapist's empathic presence and the client's own capacity for growth - it offers a non-directive space to explore feelings and personal goals and is helpful for those seeking a supportive, validating process. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours - it provides practical strategies to reduce anxiety, manage low mood, address unhelpful thinking, and change daily habits.Finding the right approach is part of the journey. Dr. William Cook works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods best match their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, and he adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and comfort levels. Working remotely allows clients to access licensed professionals from home or while travelling, maintain continuity during life transitions, and choose the communication style that supports their wellbeing.