Samuel Packwood, BACP
Samuel Packwood is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom with three years of practice experience.
About Samuel
Samuel Packwood is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom with three years of practice experience. He aims to create a calm space where people feel heard and can explore what matters to them. His manner is patient and non-judgemental, and he focuses on helping clients feel understood and supported.
He works with people facing anxiety, stress, depression, low self-esteem and difficulties linked to past abuse or trauma. Samuel also pays attention to concerns often seen by men, and to panic attacks, social anxiety and phobias.
Background and approach
He adapts sessions to each person rather than using a one-size-fits-all method. Samuel often uses cognitive and behavioural ideas alongside other evidence-based techniques to help people manage worry and reduce unhelpful patterns. Sessions usually involve talking through current problems, spotting thought and behaviour patterns, and trying small, practical changes between meetings.
He aims to help clients regain a sense of control and confidence. He describes himself as calm and empathetic, offering space for honest conversation without judgement. Samuel prefers to personalise the pace and tools used so they fit each person’s goals and life situation.
If someone is unsure how to begin, he encourages a short initial match and a conversation about what they want to work on. That lets him tailor the approach and agree practical next steps together.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 413032 | September 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Samuel works with
Everything Samuel lists, in their own terms.
Online support
He also uses other evidence-based techniques that focus on understanding how past distress affects current feelings. These methods involve talking through experiences, identifying triggers and building coping skills to reduce reactivity and improve day-to-day functioning.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about their goals, what has or has not helped before, and how they prefer to work. Together they decide which techniques to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, giving practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when that feels helpful. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit into a work break or a noisy household more easily. Live chat and messaging suit short check-ins, written reflection or people who prefer typing to speaking. These options make it easier to arrange regular contact and keep momentum between meetings.
Frequently asked
What concerns does Samuel commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and issues related to trauma and abuse. He also focuses on men's issues, panic disorder and social anxiety.
What is his general therapy style?
Samuel keeps sessions calm and non-judgemental and gives people space to talk. He personalises the pace and methods to each person's needs.
How much experience does he have?
Samuel has three years of experience providing counselling support in the United Kingdom.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is BACP and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging as session formats.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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