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David Atlay, BACP

David Atlay is a counsellor with ten years' experience who offers practical support for people facing hard times.

Stress, Anxiety
Self esteem
Career difficulties
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About David

David Atlay is a counsellor with ten years' experience who offers practical support for people facing hard times. He is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling. David aims to help people regain energy and move forward from anxiety, low mood, stress and similar struggles.

He works in a straightforward, non-judgemental way. Sessions begin with listening to what matters most to the client.

Background and approach

From there he helps people identify what keeps them stuck and practises simple strategies to change unhelpful patterns. David blends a client-centred stance with cognitive behavioural techniques. That means he gives space for people to tell their story while also suggesting practical steps and cognitive tools to manage thoughts and feelings.

Sessions focus on clear goals and small, achievable changes. People contact him for a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and communication difficulties, grief, eating and addiction issues, parenting strain, and life transitions. He also works with attachment and abandonment issues, body image and care-giver stress among other specific focuses.

Appointments are delivered in English and take place online by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. David uses a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time, and session cost varies with location and the subscription chosen. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to availability via the Start Therapy button.

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BACP	399344	April 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

Everything David lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Eating disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Immigration issues
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Multicultural concerns
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Ways of working David names

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How his approaches work online

David uses client-centred counselling and cognitive behavioural techniques to structure online work. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening without judgement and helping clients find their own solutions; it suits people who need time to make sense of their feelings and priorities. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns, which can help with anxiety, low mood and stress.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to your concerns and then agree together which ways of working to try first. He checks in regularly and adjusts methods based on your goals and what feels helpful for you.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls let you see each other and work through exercises together. Phone sessions are useful when bandwidth is limited or when a camera is not wanted. Live chat or text-based messaging can be used for brief check-ins, written reflection or when a shorter slot fits your day. These options make it easier to schedule regular work around family, shift patterns or work commitments, while still following a clear plan for progress.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?

He helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and life changes, plus concerns such as addictions, eating issues, relationship and communication problems.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He combines a client-centred way of listening with cognitive behavioural techniques, offering empathic listening alongside practical tools to try between sessions.

What is his background and experience?

He has ten years' experience and a Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling, working with a broad range of emotional and behavioural concerns.

Where is he based and what credentials are listed?

He practices in the United Kingdom and is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and the subscription chosen; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I start working with him?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to the therapist's availability.