Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy in Oxfordshire and Online
REFLECT ∙UNDERSTAND ∙ MOVE FORWARD
Let's make sense of what's happening... and discover what comes next.
Counselling & Psychotherapy tailored to you.
A different kind of experience - therapy built around you.
No two people arrive with the same experiences, challenges or goals.
I offer integrative counselling and psychotherapy tailored around you, supporting adults experiencing anxiety, stress, overthinking, confidence issues, relationship difficulties, workplace pressures and life transitions in Oxfordshire and online throughout the UK..
Some people come to therapy because they need space to talk openly and feel heard. Others want to better understand recurring patterns in their relationships, emotions or experiences, whilst some are looking for practical ways to navigate challenges, build resilience and create meaningful change in their lives.
I work in an integrative and pluralistic way, which simply means I don't believe everybody benefits from exactly the same type of therapy. Rather than expecting you to fit a particular therapeutic model, I tailor our work around you, drawing upon different approaches depending on your experiences, preferences, needs and goals.
At the heart of my work is a simple philosophy: Reflect. Understand. Move Forward.
My approach is collaborative, supportive and tailored to you, creating a space where we can work together in a way that feels most helpful for your individual needs.
Together, we'll create space to reflect on your experiences, better understand yourself and identify meaningful ways forward with greater clarity, confidence and self-awareness.
MEET ANDREW (ANDY)
Experience. Insight. A Grounded Approach.
Hello, I'm Andrew Selway, a qualified Integrative Counsellor, Psychotherapist and Solution-Focused Hypnotherapist based in Upper Heyford, near Bicester, Oxfordshire (OX25). I'm registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and offer both in-person and online sessions.
Before training as a therapist, I spent more than twenty years working in senior HR, talent acquisition, leadership and business roles. I also ran my own businesses, including an HR consultancy and a successful senior HR recruitment agency in London.
That experience gave me a genuine understanding of the pressures many people experience in their careers, relationships and personal lives, and how capable, successful people can sometimes find themselves quietly struggling beneath the surface.
Like many people, my own experiences have shaped the way I understand challenge, growth and change. Growing up as a gay man in the 90s and later being diagnosed with ADHD in my mid-40s gave me a personal insight into how easy it can be to overlook parts of ourselves until later in life.
Today, I combine that real-world experience with professional therapeutic training to offer a warm, thoughtful and collaborative approach to counselling and psychotherapy.
Together, we'll create space to explore your experiences, understand recurring patterns and identify meaningful ways forward.
I offer a space where you can be honest without judgement, explore what matters most, and develop greater clarity, understanding and confidence moving forward.
Learn more about Andrew
FOR PEOPLE CARRYING MORE THAN OTHERS REALISE.
Thoughtful counselling and psychotherapy that combines insight, understanding and practical ways forward.
Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, capable individuals who have spent years managing things on their own.
From the outside, they often appear successful, resilient and in control. Yet privately they may be carrying anxiety, self-doubt, relationship difficulties, emotional exhaustion, pressure, loss, or a growing sense that something doesn't feel quite right.
Sometimes they know exactly what is troubling them. Sometimes they don't.
What they do know is that the same thoughts, feelings, relationship patterns or ways of coping seem to keep showing up, despite their best efforts to move forward.
REFLECT
A supportive, non-judgemental space to talk openly and explore your experiences, emotions, relationships and challenges.
UNDERSTAND
Develop deeper insight into what’s happening, recurring patterns, beliefs, behaviours, thoughts and ways of relating.
MOVE FORWARD
Identify practical ways of creating meaningful change and moving forwards with confidence and clarity towards with the life you want.
“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.”
— Carl Rogers
AREAS OF SUPPORT
Common reasons people seek counselling.
Life can present us with challenges that leave us feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, uncertain, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve us. Counselling and psychotherapy provides a confidential and supportive space to reflect on your experiences, better understand yourself, and explore what meaningful change might look like for you.
I work with adults (and young adults) facing a wide range of emotional, relational and life challenges, including:
Anxiety, high-functioning anxiety, worry & overthinking
Stress, burnout, emotional exhaustion & difficulty switching off
Low mood, feeling stuck & loss of direction
Confidence, self-worth & self-criticism
Perfectionism, imposter syndrome & fear of getting things wrong
Emotional overwhelm, Inner conflict & feeling pulled in different directions
Family relationships & recurring patterns
The lasting impact of difficult life experiences and trauma experiences
People-pleasing, boundary setting & prioritising yourself
Relationship difficulties
Grief, loss & bereavement
Life transitions, change, uncertainty & early adulthood transition
Workplace stress, work-related stress & career challenges
Identity, purpose & self-discovery
Feeling stuck despite outward success
Obsessive thinking, reassurance Seeking & unhelpful coping patterns
LGBTQ+ experiences.
Whilst many people arrive with a specific issue they'd like to explore, others simply know that life doesn't feel how they'd like it to right now. Both are equally welcome.
Together, we'll create space to reflect on your experiences, better understand yourself and identify meaningful ways forward.
Ready to take the first step?
You don't need to know exactly what you want to talk about before reaching out.
Many people simply know that something feels difficult, overwhelming, or different from how they would like it to be.
A free 15-minute introductory call offers an opportunity to ask questions, discuss what has brought you here, and explore whether working together feels right.
There is no pressure, no obligation, and no expectation to commit to anything further.
A few questions people often ask before getting started…
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ntegrative counselling and psychotherapy combines different therapeutic approaches rather than relying on a single model. I work in an integrative and pluralistic way, which means therapy is tailored around you, your experiences, preferences and goals, rather than expecting you to fit a one-size-fits-all approach. Together, we'll create space to reflect on your experiences, understand recurring patterns and identify meaningful ways forward.
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My work is grounded in Person-Centred principles, with the therapeutic relationship sitting at the heart of our work together. Alongside this, I work in an integrative and pluralistic way, which means I may draw upon different therapeutic approaches depending on your needs and preferences. Rather than following a rigid structure, therapy is collaborative, flexible and tailored to you.
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No. Some people arrive with a specific issue they'd like to explore, whilst others simply know that life no longer feels how they'd like it to. Both are equally welcome. You don't need to have everything figured out before reaching out. Together, we'll explore what's happening and identify meaningful ways forward at a pace that feels right for you.
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There is no set number of sessions, as everybody arrives with different experiences, goals and preferences. Some people seek shorter-term support around a specific challenge, whilst others choose longer-term therapy to explore deeper patterns and personal growth. This is something we can discuss together and review as our work progresses.
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Yes. I offer in-person counselling and psychotherapy from my therapy room in Upper Heyford, near Bicester, Oxfordshire (OX25), as well as online sessions throughout the UK. Many clients choose online sessions for convenience, whilst others prefer the experience of attending in person.
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The first step is to book a free 15-minute introductory call. This gives us an opportunity to discuss what's bringing you to therapy, answer any questions you may have and ensure we're a good fit to work together. If you decide to proceed, we'll then arrange an initial consultation.
