About

Counsellor, psychotherapist & clinical supervisor

I am a Senior Accredited psychotherapist with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and a registered supervisor with the British Association for Psychoanalytic and Psychodynamic Supervision (BAPPS). I have been in practice for over 20 years and now work exclusively with an intensive model — offering in-depth, focused support for people processing trauma, relational difficulties, and long-standing emotional patterns.

My original training was at the Westminster Pastoral Foundation, where I completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy in 2003. Since then I have developed a trauma-focused approach that integrates EMDR — in which I am fully trained to post-diploma level — and Internal Family Systems (IFS Level 1). These methods, combined with a deep respect for the therapeutic relationship, allow me to support clients in processing complex experiences and reconnecting with a more integrated sense of self.

Before moving into full-time private practice, I worked in NHS and primary care settings, as well as in organisational and group contexts. That experience continues to inform my work with both clients and fellow practitioners.

As a supervisor, I offer a reflective, grounded space for psychotherapists and counsellors working with complex clinical material. My supervision style is relational and collaborative, with a particular interest in supporting practitioners who are integrating trauma-focused or experiential models.

All of this work is in person, in my consulting room in Henleaze.

Ryan Solomon in the consulting room in Henleaze

Training

Qualifications and further training

WPF

Postgraduate Diploma in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

Westminster Pastoral Foundation (2003), with advanced training in psychodynamic therapeutic techniques.

EMDR

EMDR trained, Level 6

University of Worcester. Member of EMDR UK and Ireland.

BACP

Senior Accredited member

British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

BAPPS

Registered supervisor

British Association for Psychoanalytic and Psychodynamic Supervision.

IFS

Internal Family Systems, Level 1

Trauma-focused experiential training, used alongside EMDR and psychodynamic work.

Work with Ryan

Whether you are coming to therapy ready to engage with something that has been held for a long time, or looking for thoughtful supervision, get in touch.