Andrew Merz, BACP

Andrew Merz uses a practical, person-centred approach to help people facing hard times. He aims to make sessions straightforward and respectful. He works with people who are dealing with depression, anxiety, stress and grief, among other concerns.

Andrew has five years of professional experience and holds BACP registration, which he keeps as a professional reference. He tailors conversations and plans to each person, focusing on small, manageable steps rather than one-size-fits-all solutions.

In sessions he listens first and asks questions that help people find what matters to them. He draws on methods such as cognitive behavioural ideas, acceptance and commitment principles, and attachment-focused thinking to guide the work. The emphasis is on practical skills and clearer thinking, not jargon or long assessments.

People often come with relationship strain, self-esteem worries, sleep or eating difficulties, addiction concerns or the stress of life changes. Andrew also supports those facing trauma, ongoing health problems, caring responsibilities and work-related compassion fatigue. He adapts the pace and focus to each person’s situation.

He encourages active collaboration so people can try new coping strategies between meetings. The aim is to build tools that fit into everyday life and to help people notice gradual change. To start, he asks a few questions to match aims and then agrees a plan together.

How Andrew's approaches translate to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and choosing actions that reflect what matters to you; it can help with anxiety, low mood and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts, behaviours and routines and teaches practical techniques to change unhelpful patterns and improve mood. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early and current relationship patterns shape feelings and responses, and it can be useful for intimacy concerns and relationship-related stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options with each person and agree a path that fits their goals and preferences. That discussion is collaborative, with room to try different ways of working and adjust as needed.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people attend from locations that reduce disruption to daily life, and they can suit those who prefer not to be on camera or who need a quieter environment. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt materials and exercises for remote sessions to keep the work practical and goal-focused.