Russell Bresgall, BACP

Russell Bresgall is a qualified psychotherapist and counsellor based in the United Kingdom with 12 years of clinical experience. He practices with a compassionate, person-centered stance that places the client at the centre of the therapeutic process, helping people reflect, heal, and make positive changes in their lives. As a BACP-accredited practitioner - BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK - he brings professional standards and a thoughtful approach to his work.

Russell is known for being highly empathic and attentive to the emotional, relational, and practical challenges people face. He has supported clients through issues including stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief and loss, ADHD and neurodiversity concerns, difficulties with concentration and life purpose, and a range of relationship and family problems. His practice also addresses trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping difficulties, anger and self-esteem challenges, career and coping-with-life-change concerns, and addictions including drug and alcohol problems.

Working with Russell involves building trust and understanding so that clients feel heard and empowered to explore their experiences. He aims to offer a steady, nonjudgmental presence while helping people identify practical steps and deeper understanding that support recovery and growth. Russell welcomes international clients and provides therapeutic support to those seeking guidance, relief, or a more fulfilling and balanced life.

Therapeutic approaches and online support with Russell Bresgall

Russell integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to tailor support to each person's needs. Client-centered therapy focuses on building a respectful, empathetic relationship where the client is seen as the expert in their experience; this approach helps when people need a nonjudgmental space to explore feelings, identity, and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is a structured approach that examines the links between thoughts, emotions, and behaviours and offers practical tools for managing anxiety, depression, stress, and unhelpful patterns.

He also incorporates mindfulness-based elements to help people develop present-moment awareness and coping skills for stress and emotional regulation. Finding the right mix of approaches is treated as a collaborative process - Russell works with clients to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful in therapy, adapting methods over time as needs change.

Online therapy with Russell is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which provides flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access regular support from registered professionals without needing to travel, and they allow therapy to fit into busy or changing lives while maintaining continuity of care.