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Leonard Blake, BACP

Existential and psychoanalytic counsellor
  • BACP member
  • 5 years experience
  • Range of modalities

About Leonard Blake

Leonard Blake has worked in private practice for five years, supporting a diverse range of people referred through major national agencies as well as private clients. He offers a broad selection of therapeutic modalities tailored to each individual, beginning from an existential viewpoint that seeks to understand a client’s lived world and the meanings they attach to their experiences.

Drawing on counsellor and psychoanalytic influences, Leonard works with clients to recognise patterns in their thinking and relationships, and to explore pathways out of difficult circumstances toward a more thriving existence. His approach is adaptable - combining reflective, exploratory work with practical strategies as appropriate to each person’s needs and goals. He holds the BACP credential, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, indicating professional membership in a UK counselling and psychotherapy body.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Leonard Blake have?

Leonard Blake has five years of experience in private practice, working with a diverse client base referred by national agencies as well as private clients.

Is Leonard Blake a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the BACP credential. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and indicates professional membership for counsellors and psychotherapists.

In which languages does Leonard Blake provide therapy?

Therapy with Leonard Blake is provided in English.

Where is Leonard Blake located?

Leonard Blake is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Leonard Blake as my therapist?

You can work with Leonard Blake through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Leonard Blake work with international clients?

Yes, Leonard Blake works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Leonard Blake cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Approach-Focused Online Therapy and Practical Access



Leonard Blake commonly draws on Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship patterns influence current emotions and connections, which can help with relationship difficulties, intimacy concerns, and attachment issues. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a nonjudgmental, empathic relationship in which the client’s perspective guides the work, supporting self-exploration, self-esteem, and personal growth. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing practical strategies to manage symptoms like anxiety and depression.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Leonard works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time as circumstances and priorities change. This collaborative stance helps tailor work to each person’s situation.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around work, family, and other commitments, and allow licensed professionals and therapists to provide consistent support even when in-person meetings are not possible.

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