- Person centred approach
- CBT for thinking habits
- Solution focused goals
About James
James Bushnell is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with seven years of professional experience. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, low self‑esteem, anger and other common life strains. James uses a person-centred and client-led stance in sessions and focuses on practical ways to manage difficult feelings.
People often come to him when resentment builds, anger feels hard to control, or when frustration at work or home keeps returning. He also supports those facing grief, career uncertainty, intimacy-related worries and coping with life changes. His scope includes concerns such as caregiver stress, codependency, control issues and problems with communication.
James draws on several therapy styles to suit different needs. He uses Client‑Centred Therapy to focus on the person’s priorities, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to address thinking and behaviour patterns, and Psychodynamic ideas to look at repeating themes from past experience. He also makes use of Solution‑Focused techniques to set clear, short-term goals.
Sessions are collaborative. James aims to help people notice the patterns that keep them stuck and try out small changes that feel manageable. He explains ideas plainly and checks in about what works for each person.
He practises in the UK and works in English. To begin, prospective clients follow the site’s matching steps and then arrange an initial session to see how the approach fits their situation.
How his approaches translate to online work
Client‑Centred Therapy focuses on the person’s priorities and aims to create a respectful, non‑directive space where the client sets the agenda. It helps when someone wants to talk things through and be listened to while figuring out what matters most. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and helps people try practical experiments to reduce anger and unhelpful reactions. Psychodynamic ideas pay attention to repeated patterns and past experiences that influence how someone responds under stress.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. James will discuss options with the client and decide together what to try first, adapting the focus as progress is made. The aim is to match techniques to the person’s goals, not to follow a fixed plan.
The biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so please confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work or caring responsibilities and to have shorter check‑ins when time is limited. They also let people join from wherever their day allows, which can make regular meetings more practical while maintaining the same therapeutic approaches used in face‑to‑face work.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, anger, low self‑esteem and related life changes such as grief and career uncertainty.
How would he describe his therapy style?
His practice is client‑led and person‑centred, with practical use of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic ideas and Solution‑Focused techniques when appropriate.
How much experience does he have?
He has seven years of professional experience working with adults on issues like anger, addiction and relationship difficulties.
What are his credentials and location?
He is registered with the BACP and based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions organised and paid for?
Session cost varies with location and uses a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the first steps to start working together?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.