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As a licensed counselor in the UK with eight years of clinical experience, I bring a wealth of expertise to our counseling journey. My journey in the counseling field began in 2004 when I embarked on training at United Churches Healing Ministry in Huddersfield, England. Throughout my career, I have engaged in clinical practice at reputable institutions such as The Magdalene Project in Bacup, Lancashire, and Maundy Relief Counselling Service in Accrington. Following my qualification as a counselor, I remained committed to both services as a core counselor until 2013.
I have extensive experience working with diverse populations, including the LGBT community and couples. Additionally, for those seeking faith-based support, I offer Christian counseling, integrating spiritual principles with therapeutic practices to provide a compassionate and holistic approach.
In addition to my clinical work, I am passionate about advocacy and education surrounding addiction. During a sabbatical, I authored and published four books on addiction while simultaneously serving as a voluntary administrator for the Facebook group Partners of Alcoholics.
My counseling approach is integrative, drawing from person-centered techniques, psychodynamic insight, and Transactional Analysis. I firmly believe in your autonomy and strengths as the expert of your own narrative. Together, we can navigate challenges and embark on a journey towards fulfillment and happiness.
I am British; however, I also offer sessions in Spanish and French. With a degree in languages, professional interpreting qualifications, and over 35 years of experience as a linguist, I am dedicated to providing inclusive and accessible counseling services.
In the past year, I've had the privilege of assisting 400 clients from all over the world on their journey towards well-being and personal growth. It's been incredibly rewarding to witness their progress and resilience, and I look forward to continuing to support individuals globally in reaching their therapeutic goals.
Specialized Services
Trauma Therapy
Addiction Recovery
Relationship Counseling
Christian Counseling
LGBT Counseling
Professional Affiliations and Recognitions
Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Accredited Member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society
My therapy hours are as follows:
For video and phone sessions:
Monday to Wednesday: 5am to 9pm
Thursday to Friday: 5am to 7:15am, 12pm to 1:30pm, 7:30pm to 9pm
Saturday and Sunday: 5am to 7:15am
Live chat sessions are available upon request outside of my scheduled hours, after 9pm and on weekends.
Additional areas of focus:LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Avoidant personality, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
NCPS Therapist - Accredited Member (MNCPS Accred) #NCS23-03761
Reviews
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. William Cook. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Dr. Cook has given me the opportunity to speak freely and he listens to me vent we I fill as though no one is listening or cares about hearing me speak about myself.
Written on Dec 19, 2024 after therapy with William for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr. Cook is always supportive and never judge mental. He listens and understands things no one else does.
Written on Nov 24, 2024 after therapy with William for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Dr Cook its a good profesional and listener.
I Like the modules plan
Written on Nov 01, 2024 after therapy with William for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dr. Cook is a very good therapist. He is an excellent listener and knows exactly what to say and when to say it. He also exudes confidence which made it easier for me to open up.
Written on Oct 23, 2024 after therapy with William for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Un gran profesional.
Written on Sep 19, 2024 after therapy with William for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Great empathy and listening skills. Really kind and has a lot of resources to propose to help, it’s really helpful for therapy.
Written on Sep 16, 2024 after therapy with William for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dr. Cook has been a great companion in complicated situations. He has a lot of experience, is very empathetic and knows how to listen. He gives you the necessary tools to understand the root of the problem and provide the best solution. I am very grateful so far and happy to continue taking his therapy.
Written on Aug 26, 2024 after therapy with William for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Dr. Cook is a highly professional therapist who helps you delve into the emotional outlets you need, without pain or fear. With Dr. Cook, I felt heard, respected, and well-guided. Without a doubt, the best therapist I have ever met. Thank you, Dr. Cook.
Written on Aug 20, 2024 after therapy with William for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dr. Cook listens from a non-judgemental perspective and is sensitive to the complex feelings involved. He never involves himself in the decision making and pushes any agenda, rather he encourages me to practise having clarity of thought. He’s someone I feel comfortable sharing secrets and hidden thoughts and expect a mindful discussion.
Written on Jul 24, 2024 after therapy with William for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
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Written on Jul 19, 2024 after therapy with William for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and grief
Great listener and supportive, also provided tools and exercises to help me cope with my situation.
Written on Jul 01, 2024 after therapy with William for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and career difficulties
I had 2 sessions with Dr cook and felt safe since the first minutes of exchange. He managed to catch my primary concerns very quickly and accurately after only one session and we deep dived in one of them during the second one, which made me realise so much. I am thankful for his time and kindness towards my person, and to his advices.
Written on Jun 28, 2024 after therapy with William for 4 weeks on issues concerning self esteem, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
Dr. Cook has a great capacity of understanding and empathy, allowing the work together to progress in a fast manner, I am grateful for the well-being these exchanges create.
Written on Mar 04, 2024 after therapy with William for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
My sessions with Dr. Cook have honestly been life changing. He’s truly a professional at his job and has been helping me to become the version of myself that I've always dreamed of. I truly feel heard when I speak to him, he genuinely understands and gives supportive, creative and challenging advice that breaks my views of what think is possible. He’s been helping me process the trauma of multiple deaths, abandonment issues, sexuality, becoming an adult in a stressful environment, thoughts of suicide and depression and so much more. Showing me what’s possible and to not give up. He is kind, caring, supportive and empathetic and he genuinely wants the best for you. He’s funny too. But most importantly he listens, I mean truly listens, sometimes it’s great to just sit and speak about everything going on in your life, even if it’s nonsense, and have someone listen and make you feel heard who doesn’t shame or judge but instead encourages. He has been there for me in so many ways imaginable and truly I cannot thank him enough for that as we continue our sessions.
Written on Mar 03, 2024 after therapy with William for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Dr. Cook has been instrumental in helping me manage my emotions and work through past traumas. His empathetic and professional approach creates a safe space for healing and growth. Through his insightful guidance, I've learned effective coping strategies that have significantly improved my well-being. Dr. Cook listens deeply and provides actionable feedback, making complex feelings manageable. His dedication is evident in every session, and his support has empowered me to face challenges with newfound strength. I am immensely grateful for his help and highly recommend him to anyone seeking compassionate, expert psychological support.
Written on Feb 12, 2024 after therapy with William for 7 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, and anger management
an amazing listener and provided many support options for me.
Written on Dec 19, 2023 after therapy with William for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Dr. Cook, Provided insight and expertise that helped me develop better control and understanding of my anxiety.
Written on Nov 07, 2023 after therapy with William for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Dr Cook has been very helpful to me, in coming to terms with my situation and how to deal with it. He has the right experience to dish out what I needed and probably for a number of others, as well. I would recommend him unreservedly as an advocate for yourself. Listen and you will be heard!
Written on Oct 11, 2023 after therapy with William for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
I found hope with my therapist at a very tough moment in life questionning about my own issue to face mental illness along my life.
I found solutions with him and group sessions.I found someone who could help and listen without misunderstanding avalable anytime when no one was there for me.
Written on Aug 27, 2023 after therapy with William for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and bipolar disorder
Dr. Cook help me in a moment I felt really down by listening and he gave me tools to calm down my brain. I decided, for other reasons to stop since I could continue my inner journey with a therapist who know me from the past.
Written on May 18, 2023 after therapy with William for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
I just started therapy with Dr. Cook but I already feel good changes, I feel like I'm going somewhere. He is really reactive and human, I feel I'm in good hands. If you are looking for a therapist that doesnt just listen but actually talks with you and reacts to what you say then you've got the right one.
Written on May 10, 2023 after therapy with William for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
It’s been great talking to my therapist. He doesn’t judge my concerns and listens to what I have to say. He’s caring and are doing what he can to help you understand yourself more.
Written on Apr 26, 2023 after therapy with William for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
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