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David Gibson, BACP

Credentials
BACP
Experience
13 years
Practising in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Sessions
Online only
Client ages
Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesGriefDepression

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David Gibson helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions and low mood. He supports those coping with relationship difficulties, grief, trauma and issues around intimacy. David also works with concerns such as sleeping and eating problems, ADHD, self-esteem and workplace stress.

He is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom with 13 years of experience. David uses straightforward talking therapy. He aims to create an open space where people can speak without judgement.

Background and approach

Sessions focus on what matters to the person in front of him, and practical steps to feel better are explored together. His way of working draws on Client-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or CBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy. That means he listens first, helps people notice patterns in thinking, and tries to build quick, practical changes that fit daily life.

Over more than a decade he has supported people through addiction, trauma, depression and major life changes. He is familiar with issues such as codependency, infidelity, fatherhood concerns and midlife strain. David also offers support around career worries, money stress and compassion fatigue.

People who want a direct, practical approach often find his style helpful. He encourages small steps that fit into busy lives. The emphasis is on usable tools and clearer thinking rather than jargon or long theoretical sessions.

How these approaches work online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person without judgement. Online sessions give space for gentle, reflective conversation and help people feel heard and noticed. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thought and behaviour and teaches practical skills to change them; it is useful for anxiety, depression and stress and works well through video or phone work. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on small, achievable goals and immediate steps forward, which suits short-term online check-ins and text-based coaching.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most useful, then try methods that match those needs. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made as progress is tracked.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls let people see non-verbal cues and keep sessions close to an in-person meeting. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit during a lunch break. Live chat and text messaging suit quick check-ins, brief coaching, or times when writing feels easier than speaking. Together these options make it easier to match sessions to a person’s schedule and day-to-day rhythms.
What concerns does David support?
He works with stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, trauma and grief, plus relationship and intimacy-related issues. Additional focus areas include ADHD, self-esteem, workplace problems and parenting-related strain.
What is his therapeutic style like?
David uses a straightforward, person-focused style that starts with listening. He aims to identify practical steps and changes that fit into everyday life.
How much experience does he have?
He has 13 years of professional experience working with a wide range of concerns including addiction, trauma and mood difficulties.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom as recorded in his profile.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What formats are available for sessions?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
13 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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