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Davinia Eccleston, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 6 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

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Davinia Eccleston works from an integrative perspective that blends several approaches to meet each person’s needs. She is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and brings six years of clinical experience to her practice. Davinia offers a calm, attentive presence and aims to give people space to speak and be heard.

She previously worked as an NHS clinical team leader and as a counsellor in a GP practice.

Background and approach

Those roles shaped how she listens and responds to practical problems. Sessions focus on the concerns someone brings and on small steps that feel manageable for them. Davinia uses client-centred work to prioritise what matters to the person in front of her.

She also draws on cognitive behavioural techniques to help with everyday worries and patterns that cause distress. Trauma-focused and psychodynamic ideas are available when past events or deeper patterns need attention. Common issues she supports include stress, anxiety and depression, plus trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship concerns, grief and self-esteem.

She also works with issues around parenting, sleep, eating and career changes, and has a practice interest in multicultural concerns and discrimination. Sessions are conducted in English and Davinia accepts international clients. She aims for a warm, non-judgemental tone and prioritises making people feel safe to talk.

Practical goals and gradual change are central to her approach.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the person. The therapist offers empathy and reflection so someone can make sense of their feelings and decide what to change. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and uses practical exercises to reduce anxiety and depression symptoms. It can be useful for sleep, panic and day-to-day worry. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on safely addressing painful past events and the patterns that flow from them, using paced techniques to reduce distress and help regain control.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Davinia will talk with a person about their needs, goals and preferences and suggest which approaches to try first. They will review progress together and adjust the plan if a different focus would be more helpful.

Online therapy offers flexibility and different ways to take part. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues, while phone sessions suit those with limited bandwidth or who prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for shorter check-ins, ongoing reflection or fitting a session into a busy day. These options make it easier to keep therapy going around work, family and travel commitments.

What concerns does Davinia commonly help with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety and depression as well as trauma and abuse. Other areas include addiction, grief, relationship issues, self-esteem and parenting-related strain.

What style of therapy does she use?

Davinia works integratively, drawing on client-centred methods, cognitive behavioural approaches and trauma-focused and psychodynamic ideas. She adapts techniques to suit the person and their goals.

How long has she been practising?

She has six years of clinical experience, including roles within the NHS and in GP practice settings.

Where is the therapist based and what credential does she hold?

She is based in the United Kingdom and is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people from other countries work with her?

International clients are accepted, allowing people outside the UK to arrange sessions.

What session formats are offered?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different schedules and communication preferences.

How are fees and starting therapy managed?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.

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Experience: 6 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

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Davinia Eccleston, BACP

Background and approach

How therapeutic approaches translate to online therapy

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

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