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David Stevens, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 3 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

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David Stevens is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom. He helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, trauma and abuse, and the strain of life changes. He also supports concerns about relationships, family problems, career pressure and self-esteem.

His approach is plain and straightforward. Sessions are described as conversational rather than clinical. He listens, reflects back what he hears, and helps people work out small, practical steps to ease pressure and move forward.

Background and approach

David mainly uses Client-Centred Therapy, which focuses on the person’s experience and pace. He also draws on Solution-Focused Therapy to identify realistic short-term goals and small changes that make a difference. These methods are used to address issues such as feeling stuck, coping after loss, or managing strong emotions.

He has three years of professional experience and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP. His background includes work with people facing caregiving stress, chronic illness or pain, abandonment and communication problems. Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging.

David speaks English and works with people in the United Kingdom. To start, people complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to his availability.

How his approaches work online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person’s experience, with the counsellor offering empathic listening and reflection. Online this helps people talk through feelings, make sense of difficult moments and set the pace for sessions based on what they need. Solution-Focused Therapy looks for small, practical steps and clear short-term goals. It is useful for tackling specific problems like communication issues, coping with change or managing stress. Finding the right approach is a shared process. David will work together with the person to choose which methods suit their goals and preferences, and can blend approaches as sessions progress. This means the plan can change if different tools would help more over time. Online formats offer flexibility for busy lives. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when discussing complex feelings. Phone sessions can be easier when a quieter or lower-bandwidth option is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging suit quick check-ins, shorter sessions or times when writing helps make thoughts clearer. Registered or accredited professionals can use these options to make therapy more accessible and to fit sessions around work, caregiving or other commitments.

What kinds of problems does he help with?

David supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, anger and self-esteem issues, plus relationship, family and career concerns.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He takes a straightforward, down-to-earth style that feels like a conversation. Sessions focus on listening, reflection and practical next steps.

How much experience does he have?

He has three years of experience working with a range of common mental health and life issues.

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.

Which languages are offered for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use 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.

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts

Also listed

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 3 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

Contacting David

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David Stevens, BACP

Background and approach

How his approaches work online

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety