- Person-centred focus
- Psychodynamic insight
- Plain practical help
About David
David Sullivan is a counsellor with four years' experience who aims to make counselling approachable. He is a member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists - BACP - and holds a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. He often helps people with stress, anxiety and depression, and supports those wanting to learn more about themselves.
He works with relationship difficulties, bullying, anger and loneliness. He also supports people affected by abuse, grief and compassion fatigue. David has experience discussing identity topics such as self-esteem, body image, sexuality and gender.
David has worked with young people and understands pressures linked to social media and gaming. He also helps with issues like ADHD, communication problems and feelings of emptiness or isolation. Men's issues are listed among his areas of focus and he is familiar with challenges some men face when seeking help.
His practice blends person-centred ways of working with psychodynamic ideas. That means sessions look at here-and-now experience while also considering past relationships and patterns. He aims to shape the work to each person rather than following a fixed script.
David describes counselling as a collaborative process. He tries to create a calm atmosphere where people can talk honestly, spot unhelpful patterns and try new ways of coping. He keeps language plain and practical so the steps taken in sessions feel clear and manageable.
How his approaches translate to online counselling
Client-centred work focuses on the individual's experience in the present moment and aims to create a non-judgemental space where people can speak openly about what matters to them. This approach helps with anxiety, low mood, self-esteem and relationship concerns by prioritising the client's perspective and goals.Psychodynamic work looks at patterns that have formed over time, including relationships and early experiences that shape feelings now. This way of working can be useful for understanding repeated difficulties, grief, abandonment issues and complex emotional reactions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options with each person and decide together what to try first. That collaborative conversation includes your aims, preferences and practical needs so sessions reflect what matters to you.
If you are considering online work, confirm the session formats offered before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-in conversations when needed. It can also make it simpler to access a therapist who understands specific issues such as men's wellbeing, identity concerns or coping with social media pressures.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does David commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety and depression and addresses relationship problems, grief and trauma. He also supports people with identity issues, self-esteem, body image and men's issues.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style combines a person-centred approach with psychodynamic thinking. Sessions look at present difficulties and explore past patterns that influence current feelings and relationships.
What is his background and experience?
He has four years' experience in counselling and has worked with young people on issues like social media and gaming. His work covers a wide range of common mental health concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) and holds a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. He is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and are international sessions possible?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats, so please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.