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David Goodman, BACP

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

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

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David Goodman is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with five years of clinical experience. He works from a person-centred stance and also offers EMDR, supporting people who feel overwhelmed by distressing memories or ongoing anxiety. He aims to make steps feel manageable and practical for anyone unsure where to begin.

His sessions focus on what matters to the individual. He listens without judgement and helps people make sense of stress, low mood, changes at work, and sleep disruption.

Background and approach

He also helps people think through relationship problems, issues around commitment and communication, and feelings of emptiness or isolation. When trauma or painful memories are present, he may suggest Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, often shortened to EMDR, as a way to process those experiences when talking alone feels limited.

EMDR is used to work with traumatic memories, anxiety, and stuck emotional patterns. David also supports people facing grief, addiction concerns, parenting strains, anger and compassion fatigue. He pays attention to how patterns such as codependency, jealousy or impulsivity affect daily life and relationships.

Sessions aim to reduce overwhelm and build clearer choices. He works in English and accepts clients internationally. Practical details such as session format and costs are handled through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a session according to availability.

How David's approaches work online

David uses two main approaches in online sessions. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what the person brings, helping them find their own solutions and make sense of difficult feelings. It suits people wanting a steady, accepting space to talk things through.

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, known as EMDR, helps when memories or past events keep causing distress. In EMDR the therapist guides attention while the client recalls upsetting material, which can reduce the intensity of those memories and ease anxiety and trauma-related symptoms.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. He will discuss goals and preferences and together with the client decide whether to use a person-centred way, EMDR, or a blend of both. That decision is revisited as progress is made.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging to make therapy more flexible. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions can be useful when bandwidth is limited, and text-based options suit shorter check-ins or people who prefer not to use video. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and other commitments.
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. He also supports people with trauma, relationship difficulties, addiction worries, grief and coping with life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a person-centred approach that treats the client as the expert in their life. Sessions are calm, non-judgemental and focused on what the individual wants to address.
What is his professional background?
He has five years of experience working as a counsellor. That experience includes supporting people through trauma, relationship issues and work-related stress.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, abbreviated as BACP, and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages and regions does he support?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts clients internationally.
What session formats are available?
He conducts therapy by video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and routines.
How are costs and payments handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

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Experience
5 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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