- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
About David
David Gibson is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has 13 years of experience. He works with people managing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strains, grief, depression and anger. Sessions are delivered in English and he accepts clients from outside the UK.
He uses straightforward conversation to help people understand what fuels their anger and frustration. He draws on client-centred listening so people can talk through what matters to them. He also uses cognitive behavioural techniques to spot unhelpful thoughts and patterns that keep problems going.
David offers solution-focused work when clients want practical steps and change quickly. That approach is useful for workplace stress, impulsivity, commitment worries and specific goals like improving sleep or reducing drinking. His style tends to be direct and goal-aware rather than vague or abstract.
People come to him for a wide range of concerns connected to daily life - parenting strain, work pressure, money worries, issues around intimacy, and past trauma. He also works with subjects such as codependency, forgiveness, fatherhood issues and men's issues.
His experience includes helping people cope after loss, manage mood swings linked to bipolar, and reduce self-harm urges or harmful habits. He asks questions, listens, and agrees on practical steps together. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions work
David uses client-centred work to start conversations where the person sets the pace. This approach focuses on listening and reflecting back what matters to the client so they can better understand their feelings and choices.He also uses cognitive behavioural therapy, which looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions. CBT helps with anxiety, low mood, impulsivity and anger by teaching ways to notice and change unhelpful thinking patterns.
Solution-focused methods are used when clients want practical steps and short-term progress. That approach concentrates on small, repeatable changes and clear goals for areas like workplace stress, sleep or cutting down on drinking.
Finding the right mix is a collaborative process. David will work with the client to agree which methods suit their needs, goals and preferences rather than imposing a single approach.
Session formats are not listed in the profile, so confirm the available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and travel commitments, reduce time spent commuting, and allow for shorter check-ins when that is useful. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists commonly find that remote sessions can help people keep therapy consistent alongside everyday life.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does he help with?
He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, grief, depression and anger among other concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He works in a straightforward, conversational way using listening, practical steps and collaborative planning.
How long has he been practising?
He has 13 years of professional experience working with a range of issues and backgrounds.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Does he work in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Which session formats does he offer?
Please confirm the current session options before booking as formats are not specified in the profile.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.