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Aaron Thorpe, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Aaron is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.8 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Aaron. View 17 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom

Recent reviews

We're only in the early days but Aaron has been extremely helpful so far. He has helped me to identify feelings and patterns and given me a vocabulary for them. He is very relatable and I look forward to working together more

Aaron has been excellent during our sessions and really helped me a lot. He’s extremely good at getting to the root cause of issues you may be having and ‘making the unconscious, conscious’. He makes you feel comfortable, and like you can share anything that might be affecting you. In just a few sessions, he’s helped me a great deal and I couldn’t recommend him enough.

Reviewed March 2025

More about Aaron

  • 4 years' experience
  • Male
  • BACP

About Me

My name is Aaron Thorpe, and I am a MBACP, MA qualified counsellor with over 20 years of experience in education, teaching, and leadership. The foundation of my career—and my therapeutic work—has always relational building from the belief that every individual life matters.

I strive to create a safe, supportive space where you feel genuinely valued, heard, and seen, without judgment. Together, we will build a relationship rooted in trust and understanding, helping you feel connected to yourself and others.

My Approach

In my therapeutic practice, I offer a compassionate, insightful, and deeply supportive approach designed to meet you exactly where you are on your journey. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, navigating relationship challenges, processing trauma, feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns, or seeking direction and meaning, I work alongside you to help make sense of your experiences and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

My priority is to create a safe, welcoming, and judgment-free environment where you feel understood, valued, and genuinely heard. Clients often tell me they appreciate how I help them feel comfortable enough to open up, even when they’ve found it difficult in the past.

I specialize in rapidly identifying core emotional issues and skillfully bringing unconscious patterns to conscious awareness. I use metaphors and clear, relatable explanations to help untangle complex emotions and experiences, so things begin to make more sense. My approach blends deep listening, thoughtful questioning, and a strong intuitive sense of what lies beneath the surface.

Sessions are always personalized. I take into account your personality, values, and the pace that feels right for you. We work toward emotional goals that are meaningful to you—whether that’s building healthier boundaries, understanding yourself more deeply, healing after heartbreak, or finding a sense of peace and direction.

My style integrates psychodynamic insights, philosophical reflection, practical tools, and, where relevant, spiritual or faith-based support. I often recommend resources—books, practices, or reflections—to support your growth between sessions and empower you to keep learning and evolving in everyday life.

Ultimately, my mission is to help you build the inner strength, clarity, and tools to create lasting, meaningful change. Whether you’re in crisis or simply seeking to grow, I’m here to support you each step of the way.

What to Expect

Therapy with me is about more than addressing symptoms—it’s about creating a radical shift in how you see yourself and your life. While the journey may not always be easy, the rewards are transformative. You’ll uncover a deeper sense of self-worth, strengthen your relationships, and design a life that feels more whole, balanced, and fulfilling.

Next Steps

If you’re ready to explore this journey, I’d be honored to walk alongside you. Please feel free to email me to discuss availability or ask any questions.

Specialties

Relationship issues Family conflicts Parenting issues Self esteem Coping with life changes Stress Anxiety Addictions LGBT Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Anger management Career difficulties Depression Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Avoidant personality Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dissociation Divorce and separation Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Mood disorders Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 400233 · Expires January 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Aaron Thorpe

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.8

17 reviews

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Clients mention: Helped Recommend Understanding Thank you Great Helpful Comfortable Easy Knowledgeable Professional

We're only in the early days but Aaron has been extremely helpful so far. He has helped me to identify feelings and patterns and given me a vocabulary for them. He is very relatable and I look forward to working together more

Aaron has been excellent during our sessions and really helped me a lot. He’s extremely good at getting to the root cause of issues you may be having and ‘making the unconscious, conscious’. He makes you feel comfortable, and like you can share anything that might be affecting you. In just a few sessions, he’s helped me a great deal and I couldn’t recommend him enough.

Reviewed March 2025

Brilliant therapist

Reviewed March 2025

I have only had one session but Aaron is lovely and very easy to talk to. Very knowledgeable and lets me rant on and finds the point in what I’m saying which is good for me as sometimes I can’t always do that myself. Great therapist, would definitely recommend.

Reviewed January 2025

I got the most value out of our first session that I ever could have expected. areas that I never even seen after years of work by myself were made visible in my first session

Reviewed January 2025

I have been in therapy with Aaron over three months now. He has a vast spectre of skills and knowledge to detect what is going on. He has a genuine purpose in helping others to move forward, which is showing in his unbreakable passion, empathy and creativity when it comes to teaching new tools, explaining situation from a different perspective and giving useful material to read. With Aron's help I have managed to start seeing the healthy - other - way of living. It gives me hope and belief, I can change things. By myself. Thank you!

Reviewed December 2024

Aaron is a brilliant bloke. Only 4 sessions with him so far and I have learnt a lot about myself. If you are looking for a man of God, don't look any further, he knows his scripture and can support you in religious/spiritual ways also.

Reviewed September 2024

Hes very understanding and listens very well, he supports and is very helpful.

Reviewed July 2024

Brilliant therapist- perfect for me .

Reviewed June 2024

An absolute blessing of a man. God uses him in such an amazing way

Reviewed April 2024

Aaron is a very professional therapist who helped me tremendously with a family issue I have been having for a significant amount of time. It would be an understatement to say that the experience was transformative. Thank you Aaron, I appreciate all you do!

Reviewed February 2024

Aaron is such a likeable, down to earth, easy going and understanding person. He always makes me feel comfortable, making our virtual space together a safe place, a place where I’m not judged, where I can be open and honest, and where we can work together in a constructive way, step by step.

Reviewed January 2024

Aaron is a greatly intuitive professional therapist that is also a very clear communicator and skilled listener. With this he is able to identify and ‘cut to the chase’ in complex situations; with an undeniable focus on you, and your mental health journey. His knowledge of books and supplementary material also adds guidance to the self help aspect of mental health, and his recommendations have been only a positive to navigating issues / big topic questions in my free time. I really enjoyed all my sessions with Aaron, from psychodynamic approaches, to philosophical ones, his expertise was a strong guide and catalyst for recovery and knowledge gaining - which is ultimately what you want from therapy. Strongly recommend!

Reviewed November 2023

Aaron was incredibly compassionate and understanding. He was personable and knowledgeable. I would recommend Aaron to anyone who needs someone to listen and wants to be active in their recovery or coping

Reviewed November 2023

I have worked with Aaron for a few weeks and he has helped a lot, he understood me straight away and has been supportive. Thank you Aaron.

Reviewed November 2023

Aaron is a phenomenal therapist. He has a real skill for insight and understanding - not just the issues at play, but the deeper and underlying factors as well.

Reviewed November 2023

Aaron is smart, understanding and one of the best therapists I have had the pleasure of engaging with. He uses helpful metaphors which helps to untangle complex ways of feeling into something simpler. We focus on emotional goals and I love that as Aaron has found a great way to work with my strengths and personality. I really love our sessions and cannot recommend him enough. Thank you!

Reviewed September 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Aaron Thorpe offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Aaron Thorpe works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Aaron Thorpe speak?

Aaron Thorpe speaks English.

How many years of experience does Aaron Thorpe have?

Aaron Thorpe has 4 years of experience.

Where is Aaron Thorpe licensed to practice?

Aaron Thorpe is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Aaron Thorpe accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

No, Aaron Thorpe does not accept clients outside of the United Kingdom.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Aaron Thorpe offer?

Aaron Thorpe offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Aaron Thorpe?

Aaron Thorpe can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Aaron Thorpe?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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