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David Francis, BACP

David Francis is a counsellor who works in the United Kingdom and follows a practical, person-focused style.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Self esteem
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About David

David Francis is a counsellor who works in the United Kingdom and follows a practical, person-focused style. He uses an integrative approach that draws on a number of therapies to suit each person’s needs. David aims to make sessions straightforward and down-to-earth, helping people to talk through worries and make small changes that matter.

He commonly helps with stress and anxiety, low mood and depression, and problems with self-esteem. He also supports people dealing with relationship strains, grief, addiction issues and life changes.

Background and approach

Those concerns often come with related problems such as trust and attachment worries, jealousy, or difficulties with communication and commitment. In sessions David blends Attachment-Based ideas with client-centred listening and practical cognitive work when useful. He offers a calm, non-judgemental space and places emphasis on understanding patterns that keep problems repeating.

Conversations tend to focus on what feels most pressing and what can be tried between sessions. David has four years of experience and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging so people can choose the format that fits their life.

People who are unsure how to start are guided through a short matching questionnaire and scheduling process. David aims to be clear about what to expect from the first session and to agree simple, realistic steps forward together.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	400379	August 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

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Ways of working David names

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How attachment and cognitive approaches work online

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationship patterns shape current feelings and responses. Online sessions use conversation to notice those patterns and try different ways of relating that feel safer and clearer. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and behaviours that keep problems going and offers practical exercises to test new ways of thinking and acting. Client-Centred Therapy offers a warm, non-judgemental space where the person leads the conversation and the therapist reflects and listens to what matters most.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. David will talk with the person about goals and preferences, explain options, and try methods that fit their situation. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made as understanding grows.

Online therapy here can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. Video calls are useful for face-to-face conversation and seeing expressions, phone sessions can work when bandwidth is limited or a quick check-in is needed, and chat or messaging suits shorter updates or people who prefer typing. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to fit around family life, work or mobility needs.

Frequently asked

What issues does David help with?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression and low self-esteem, plus relationship strain, grief, addiction concerns and coping with life changes.

What is his therapeutic style like?

David uses an integrative, client-centred style that combines listening with practical cognitive work and attachment-informed thinking.

How much experience does he have?

David has four years of experience working with adults on a range of personal and interpersonal problems.

Where is he based and what credential does he hold?

He practises in the United Kingdom and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients book sessions?

International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are arranged for people within the United Kingdom.

What session formats are available?

David offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How do I begin working with him?

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