Tutor Details

Richard Miller

Registered Counsellor & Psychotherapist (MBACP, MBPsS)

Biography

Richard is an accomplished therapist and educator with a comprehensive academic background in humanistic psychotherapies and psychology. Having studied at the University of Aberdeen, University of Strathclyde, and Glasgow Caledonian University—where he graduated with the "Best Overall Award" in Psychology—Richard integrates rigorous scientific research with deeply humanistic values. He holds dual professional registrations as a member of both the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the British Psychological Society (BPS). Beyond clinical practice, Richard is a recognised voice in contemporary mental health issues. He has served as a digital and AI consultant for the BACP Ethical Framework Review, leading industry-wide risk assessments on technology's evolving impact on human connection.

Core Areas of Expertise & Clinical Skills

  • Emotion-Focused & Humanistic Psychotherapy: Specialised training through the International Society for Emotion Focused Therapy and leadership within the Scottish Institute of Emotion Focused Therapy.
  • Institutional Experience: Proven track record delivering high-quality mental health support across diverse educational environments, including high schools and St Andrews University.
  • Contemporary Research Focus: Active researcher specialising in how identity, social anxiety, social media, and digital gaming impact modern mental well-being.
  • Targeted Clinical Interventions: Expert application of evidence-based psychological tools to treat complex anxiety, acute stress, and major lifestyle transitions.