Barry Redman is an experienced counsellor specialising in sex and porn addiction, helping individuals overcome compulsive behaviours and regain control of their lives. He is also trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Level 1, a therapeutic approach that recognises that we all have different parts of ourselves, each attempting to help or protect us in its own way. Barry may draw upon IFS within his work to help clients understand internal conflicts, reduce shame, and develop greater self-compassion.
Before retraining as a counsellor, Barry worked for many years as a sustainability consultant within the construction industry. His career involved collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, managing staff, leading projects, and working with a wide range of clients and stakeholders. This experience gave him a practical appreciation of the pressures people can face in their working lives, relationships, and personal development.
Alongside his professional career, Barry’s own experience of therapy, recovery, and personal development led him to appreciate the profound impact that counselling can have. Inspired by this experience, he returned to university to train as an integrative counsellor and has since developed a specialist interest in sex and porn addiction, recovery, and personal growth.
Barry holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Integrative Counselling and Coaching, a BACP-accredited qualification that allows him to employ a range of well-researched therapeutic approaches. This integrated framework enables clients to explore and resolve deep-seated issues while also addressing the practical question, “Now what?” Combining counselling with coaching helps clients navigate life beyond therapy, empowering them to apply what they have learned in their daily lives.
As a counsellor, Barry specialises in helping those affected by sex and porn addiction, including partners and family members. Alongside this specialist work, he also supports clients who are interested in exploring their inner world through approaches such as Internal Family Systems, particularly where issues of shame, self-esteem, relationships, emotional regulation, or personal growth are present.
Barry is a group facilitator at the Cherry Tree Therapy Centres, where he leads recovery groups and workshops. He is passionate about fostering a supportive, confidential, and safe space for his clients, whether in person at the centres in Henley-on-Thames and Buckhurst Hill or through online sessions.
Attending counselling can feel daunting, and Barry understands the challenges that come with taking the first step. He is here to offer support, guidance, and a compassionate ear to help clients move forward.
Qualifications
• Postgraduate Diploma in Integrative Counselling and Coaching
• Internal Family Systems (IFS) Level 1 Trained