- Values focused
- Client centred
- BACP registered
About David
David Brookes is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression and the effects of trauma and abuse. He works in a straightforward, non-judgemental way so people can talk about what matters to them. He acknowledges that starting therapy can feel hard and aims to make the first steps easier for anyone thinking about getting support.
David uses approaches that help people notice what matters and then take small, purposeful steps towards it. He draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while building a life that fits their values. He also offers client-centred listening, giving space for each person to lead the conversation.
His background includes three years of professional work in the United Kingdom and registration with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. That experience has included supporting people with grief, anger, self-esteem and changes at work. He also offers help around eating and sleeping difficulties and ADHD-related concerns.
Sessions focus on clear, practical steps and on understanding what the client wants to change. David describes therapy as a conversation where the counsellor follows the client’s pace and priorities. He aims to combine gentle challenge with real-world strategies that people can try between meetings.
If someone wants to learn more about his practice or next steps, he asks them to use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling.
How his approaches translate to online counselling
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then take small steps that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression and major life changes. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on being listened to and understood, giving people space to lead sessions and find their own solutions. Existential Therapy looks at meaning and choices, helping people cope with uncertainty and life transitions.Finding the best approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and adapt methods as conversations develop. That means sessions can blend listening, practical exercises and reflection to suit each person's needs.
The original profile did not list which online session formats are offered, so please confirm current options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also help people keep continuity of care across locations, while the therapist and client decide together what pace and structure work best.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does this counsellor help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger and depression, plus concerns such as self-esteem, eating and sleeping problems, career changes and ADHD.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He combines Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with client-centred listening and existential ideas, focusing on values, personal meaning and practical steps clients can try between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of professional work experience in counselling and related client support roles in the United Kingdom.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and is based in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
International clients are accepted and sessions are offered in English.
Which session formats are available?
The original biography did not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What should I do to begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.