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David Jones

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David Jones

United Kingdom

Experienced counsellor for men

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  • Client-centred focus
  • Compassionate listening
  • Practical support

About David

David Jones is a counsellor in the United Kingdom who focuses on men's wellbeing alongside a range of common life concerns. He uses a warm, interactive style and aims to create a respectful, non-judgemental space where people can talk through stress, anxiety, relationship worries, grief, parenting challenges and other difficulties. He holds BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and has six years of practice experience.

Before training as a counsellor he volunteered at a bereavement charity providing one-to-one face-to-face support to people coping with loss. That background shapes how he listens and responds to grief and bereavement issues. He also has experience supporting people with depression, addictions, intimacy and eating or sleeping problems.

David describes himself as a more mature counsellor, having worked in different fields prior to counselling training. That life experience influences his straightforward, compassionate manner. Sessions are practical and focused on what matters to the individual.

His core offer is client-centred therapy, which places the person’s own goals and experience at the centre of the work. He also draws on other approaches where helpful, for example cognitive-behavioural ideas, to address patterns of thinking and behaviour.

People typically come for help with coping, building self-esteem, handling anger, processing loss, and navigating difficult life changes. He works in English and accepts international clients; prospective clients should confirm session options before booking.

How client-centred work adapts to online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening, empathy and putting the person's goals at the centre of sessions. In practice this means the counsellor follows what the client brings, reflects feelings and helps the person clarify what they want to change. This approach is useful for issues like low self-esteem, grief, relationship concerns and general life stress.

David also draws on cognitive-behavioural ideas when helpful, which look at links between thoughts, feelings and actions. These techniques can help with anxiety, sleep difficulties and unhelpful behaviour patterns by teaching practical ways to test and change those patterns.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options with the client and agree a way of working that fits their needs, goals and preferences. That decision is collaborative and can change over time as progress is made.

Session logistics should be checked before booking because the biography did not list specific formats. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also allow sessions to continue when circumstances make face-to-face meetings difficult. Confirm the exact session formats available when you arrange your first appointment.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefParenting issuesDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered Therapy

Experience

6+ years

Credentials

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems can I bring to sessions?

He works with a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting difficulties, grief, addictions, self-esteem and coping with life changes.

How would you describe your therapeutic style?

His style is warm and interactive, centred on offering empathy and a non-judgemental space. He uses a client-centred way of working and can bring in other techniques when they help.

What is his background in bereavement support?

Prior to training he volunteered at a bereavement charity providing one-to-one face-to-face support, which informs his approach to loss and grief work.

Where is he based and what are his credentials?

He practises in the United Kingdom and holds BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Do you offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?

Sessions are offered in English and he does accept international clients.

Which session formats are available?

Format details were not specified in the biography, so please confirm current session options with the service before booking.

How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with this counsellor?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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