- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Existential Therapy
About David
David Brookes is a BACP-registered counsellor in the United Kingdom with three years of professional experience. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger and depression. He also helps with issues around self-esteem, sleep, eating, career changes, ADHD and LGBT concerns.
He uses a straightforward style in sessions and encourages honest conversation about difficult emotions. Sessions focus on what is happening now and on practical ways to respond differently. He aims to reduce unhelpful patterns of thinking and acting by helping people notice their reactions and try new options.
David often draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice painful thoughts without being driven by them. He also uses Client-Centred Therapy to build a respectful, non-judgemental way of talking things through. Existential Therapy appears in his work when people are dealing with meaning, loss and big life questions.
People can expect plain language and concrete suggestions rather than technical terms. He invites clients to set goals and to review progress along the way. Sessions can include brief exercises, talking, and planning practical steps to manage strong feelings such as anger.
To start, people follow the site process to match and book a first session. The therapist asks a few basic questions before the initial meeting to identify priorities and make the first session productive.
How his approaches work in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It is useful for anger, anxiety and repeated patterns that leave people feeling stuck.Client-Centred Therapy focuses on a respectful, non-judgemental way of talking things through. This approach helps people feel heard and to explore feelings such as grief or shame at their own pace.
Existential Therapy looks at questions of meaning, loss and responsibility. It can help when anger or depression connects to life changes, identity or major choices.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and practical needs and will help decide which methods to try first. This is a collaborative process rather than a fixed prescription.
Confirm the specific session formats before booking, as the biography does not list them. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people choose sessions that suit their day-to-day routine, for example a quick call during a break or a longer session outside work hours.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger and depression, plus related issues like sleep, eating and career changes.
What is his therapy style?
His style is plain and practical. He encourages honest conversation and focuses on concrete steps to handle strong feelings.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of professional work experience in the United Kingdom.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Confirm current session options before booking as the biography does not list specific session formats.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.