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David Gibson, BACP

David Gibson offers help for stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship strain and grief.

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
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About David

David Gibson offers help for stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship strain and grief. He also supports people dealing with depression, trauma and issues around intimacy. He works with concerns such as eating and sleeping problems, parenting strain, anger and low self-esteem.

He names ADHD, bipolar and workplace pressures among areas he can address. David practices in the United Kingdom and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.

Background and approach

He has 13 years of professional experience and aims to make the first steps into therapy less daunting. Sessions focus on honest conversation and practical change rather than jargon or long assessments. In sessions he keeps the approach straightforward.

He listens first, then works with the person to set clear goals. He uses tools from client-centred work, cognitive behavioural techniques and solution-focused methods depending on the situation. People can expect an open, non-judgemental space to talk through what matters most.

David encourages small, manageable steps that fit into day-to-day life. He also pays attention to practical problems like money worries, career decisions and parenting pressures. He accepts clients from outside the UK and works in English.

Online formats include video calls, phone appointments, live chat and text messaging. To begin, a short matching questionnaire is completed and appointments are arranged around the client and therapist availability.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	111862	March 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.

Ways of working David names

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Therapeutic approaches for online working

Client-centred work puts the person at the heart of sessions. The therapist listens without judgement and helps people find their own solutions, which is useful for emotional issues such as grief, low self-esteem and relationship worries.

Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours. It offers practical exercises and ways of testing new habits, which can help with anxiety, depression and unhelpful coping patterns.

Solution-focused therapy looks for strengths and small changes that make a difference quickly. It is goal-orientated and can be helpful when someone wants short-term, practical work on issues like workplace problems, commitment questions or parenting challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will explore needs, goals and preferences together and adapt the methods used. That means sessions can shift between listening, skill-building and short goal-focused tasks according to what helps most.

Online sessions give practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when that is helpful. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or for a short check-in. Live chat and text-based messaging suit people who prefer writing or want support between appointments. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family or travel commitments.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems does David help with?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, grief and trauma, along with relationship and intimacy-related concerns and workplace issues.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He prioritises listening and practical steps. Sessions are conversational and goal-oriented, combining empathy with tools to try between meetings.

How long has he been practising?

David has 13 years of professional experience working in counselling roles across a range of concerns and backgrounds.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

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

Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?

Yes, he accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.

Which session formats are offered?

Sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How much does therapy cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

What do I do to start working with him?

Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule appointments based on therapist availability.