- Collaboration first
- Practical steps
- Reflective conversations
About Wouter
Dr. Wouter Dreyer welcomes people who are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, panic, stress or difficult life changes. He aims to create a calm space where worries can be talked through plainly and practical steps can be tried. His approach suits people wanting clearer thinking and steadier days.
He trained at the University of Nottingham and holds a postdoctoral masters degree in Counselling, gained with distinction in 2011. He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). This means he works within the association's professional standards.
In sessions he takes a relational and collaborative stance. He listens first, then helps you make sense of how past experiences shape current reactions. Conversations commonly look at patterns from early life, family dynamics and significant events that continue to affect mood and behaviour.
Dr. Dreyer draws on a mix of approaches, including client-centred conversation, cognitive behavioural ideas and psychodynamic reflection. He also uses solution-focused techniques to identify small, practical changes you can try between meetings. Therapy can be short term or longer depending on what you want to achieve.
He has worked across military, industry and academic settings for over 12 years. That range gives him experience with practical pressures and complex life stories. People who come to him often want relief from anxiety or depression, clearer relationships, or help making sense of major life transitions.
Approaches that transfer well to online working
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on being heard and understood. In practice this means the counsellor listens with empathy and follows your lead to build trust and clarity, which can help with anxiety and relationship concerns.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, breaks down anxious thoughts and unhelpful behaviour into small parts. It uses straightforward experiments and exercises to test new ways of thinking and acting, which often helps with panic, worry and mood shifts.
Finding the right fit is part of the process. The therapist will work with you to choose which methods suit your goals and personality. That choice is collaborative and can change as you learn what helps most.
If you are interested in online work, please confirm the current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, childcare and travel by removing commute time. They also let you try short practical check-ins, use exercises between meetings, or work from quieter surroundings without needing to be physically present.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, panic-related concerns, depression and relationship difficulties, among many other issues. The practice also covers trauma, addictions, grief and life transitions.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is relational and collaborative, with careful listening and reflective conversation. He blends practical techniques with deeper exploration of personal history.
How much experience does he have?
He has 12 years of professional experience working in military, industry and academic contexts. That background informs a steady, practical approach to difficult issues.
What credentials and country does he practise in?
He holds a postdoctoral masters degree in Counselling and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payment handled?
Fees vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Exact costs are provided during the booking process.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.