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Available both in-person and online
3 Riverview Terrace Abingdon OX14
People come when something isn’t sitting right. Anxiety, overthinking, feeling on edge. Relationships can feel stuck or go round in the same loops. If you’re neurodivergent, everyday things can take more effort than expected. I work with individuals and couples. With individuals, we slow things down and look at what’s actually happening day to day. With couples, I use the Gottman Method, focusing on communication and conflict. I’m a BACP accredited integrative counsellor, trained to Level 6 in supervision and Level 4 in counselling, and I also work as a counselling tutor.
I’m an integrative counsellor with over ten years of experience in mental health. I adapt my approach to what works best for you, whether that’s talking things through, exploring patterns, or finding practical coping tools. I work with adults around trauma, domestic abuse, personality difficulties and neurodivergence.
I’m a BACP-accredited Counsellor/Supervisor with CPCAB qualifications in Therapeutic Supervision (Level 6) and Therapeutic Counselling (Level 4). Alongside my counselling, I teach counselling as a tutor and run training that helps others develop their skills.
Take the first step to help. Call or John Bristow now - 01235 427908

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

3 Riverview Terrace

Abingdon OX14 map

01235 427908
My website
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Relationship Issues 
£70 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect 01235 427908
Photo of John Bristow, Counsellor, MBACP Accred

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

3 Riverview Terrace

Abingdon OX14 map

01235 427908
My website
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Relationship Issues 
£70 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions £70
  • Couple Sessions £90

Payment Methods

American Express, Bank transfer, Cash, Mastercard, Visa
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John Bristow
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you
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John Bristow
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy John Bristow
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 9 years
  • Integrative
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from CPCAB Level 6 in Therapeutic supervision / 2023
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John Bristow
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
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John Bristow
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or 01235 427908

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Armed Forces
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Bereavement
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Child
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Chronic Relapse
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Drug Abuse
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Gambling
  • Hoarding
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • Internet Addiction
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Obesity
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Racial Identity
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Teen Violence
  • Transgender
  • Video Game Addiction
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Issues
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John Bristow
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
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John Bristow
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
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3 Endorsements

Sophie Elliot
Sophie Elliot
CounsellorMBACP
It's a pleasure to work alongside John and experience the real passion he has for mental health.
Jack Wilkin
Jack Wilkin
CounsellorMBACP
John is a supportive and encouraging supervisor who has helped me to develop my counselling practice both as a student counsellor and post-qualification. Would highly recommend.
Gordon Michael Counselling
Gordon Michael Counselling
CounsellorMBACP
I am happy to recommend him as both a colleague and a friend. He brings warmth, integrity, and compassion to his work, creating a space where people feel heard. His experience and thoughtful approach make him someone I trust without hesitation

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Existential
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centred
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I use an integrative approach, which means I draw from different types of therapy to match what you need. Sessions are conversational and relaxed, with space to explore what's really going on and how it affects you day to day. You can expect a mix of reflection, gentle challenge, and practical tools if required.
Photo of John Bristow, Counsellor, MBACP Accred
John Bristow
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
or call with questions - 01235 427908
"
I use an integrative approach, which means I draw from different types of therapy to match what you need. Sessions are conversational and relaxed, with space to explore what's really going on and how it affects you day to day. You can expect a mix of reflection, gentle challenge, and practical tools if required.
Photo of John Bristow, Counsellor, MBACP Accred
John Bristow
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
or call with questions - 01235 427908

Location

Primary Location

3 Riverview Terrace

Abingdon OX14

01235 427908

Nearby Areas

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John Bristow
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Take the first step to help. Call now - 01235 427908
Photo of John Bristow, Counsellor, MBACP Accred
John Bristow
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Take the first step to help. Call now - 01235 427908