- Anger and frustration
- Attachment work
- CBT and EMDR
About Denis
Denis Bruce is a BACP counsellor with 25 years' experience working in the United Kingdom. He sees people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, addictions and grief. He also helps with sleep problems, parenting strain, career stress, depression and coping with life changes.
Denis uses straightforward, practical sessions. He listens first to understand what is happening now. Then he works with each person to spot repeating patterns and try out different ways of responding. Sessions can be structured and goal-focused or more reflective, depending on what a person prefers.
His methods draw on attachment-based ideas, client-centred work and cognitive behavioural techniques, and he also uses EMDR and existential perspectives where they fit the situation. That mix means the work can address beliefs, relationships, emotional memories and day-to-day coping skills.
People come for help with issues such as abandonment, attachment questions, body image, caregiver stress, chronic illness, codependency, control issues, divorce and feelings of emptiness. He also supports those dealing with first responder strain, forgiveness, guilt and shame. The emphasis is on practical change rather than labels.
Sessions are intended to be collaborative. Denis will help a person set clear aims, try out different strategies between sessions, and review progress regularly. To begin, clients use the online matching and booking process and schedule a first appointment through the service.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Denis draws on attachment-based therapy, client-centred work and cognitive behavioural therapy in ways that suit each person. Attachment-based work looks at how past relationship patterns affect present reactions and helps people change unhelpful ways of relating. Client-centred work focuses on listening and reflecting so a person can make sense of their feelings and decide on next steps. Cognitive behavioural therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and offers practical techniques for managing anger, anxiety and low mood.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Denis treats that as a shared process. He will discuss different methods, try things out together, and adjust plans according to the person's goals and preferences. The aim is to match techniques to the issues a person brings and to review what helps most as therapy progresses.
Session formats are not stated here, so please confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work and family life, cut travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people meet a therapist who specialises in particular approaches even if they are not local. Registered or accredited professionals can explain which format will best suit timing, concentration and technical needs during an initial discussion.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does he work with?
He works with everyday anger such as losing one’s temper with close people, workplace frustration, simmering resentment, and coping with someone else’s anger.
What approach does he use in sessions?
He combines attachment-based ideas, client-centred listening and cognitive behavioural techniques, and also uses EMDR and existential perspectives when helpful.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 25 years of experience working with adults on a wide range of issues including trauma, anxiety, addiction and relationship concerns.
What professional credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and works in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options before booking through the service.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the booking process.