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David Wilde, BACP

David Wilde is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with ten years of professional experience and registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

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About David

David Wilde is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with ten years of professional experience and registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He works with adults facing anxiety, stress and depression. He also supports people dealing with trauma, relationship and intimacy questions, and difficulties such as anger, low self-esteem or addictions.

David focuses on the emotions that keep people stuck. He helps clients notice and name strong feelings and then find ways to respond differently.

Background and approach

Sessions aim to strengthen a person's sense of autonomy and resilience so they can make clearer choices in day-to-day life. Practical conversations happen in a calm, direct way. David listens for patterns in relationships, communication, and self-talk.

He uses straightforward exercises and gentle challenges to help people practise new responses between sessions. He also works with issues around sexuality and non-monogamous relationships, as well as concerns linked to eating, ADHD, and social anxiety. David pays attention to guilt, shame, isolation and questions about life purpose when these come up in sessions.

People who prefer an emotionally focused approach and want to build coping skills often find this style useful. Sessions are held online in English, with options that fit different routines and needs.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	327180	February 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.

Cost Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.

Focus areas and approaches

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

Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Eating disorders
Depression
Coping with life changes
ADHD
Communication problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Social anxiety and phobia

How emotional work translates to online therapy

David commonly uses emotionally focused methods that help people identify and process strong feelings. This approach explains what those feelings mean and how they affect relationships, which can help with anxiety, grief, trauma-related reactions and intimacy concerns.

He also draws on practical, skills-based techniques that teach breathing, grounding and communication exercises. These tools are aimed at reducing immediate distress and giving people steps to try between sessions to build resilience and autonomy.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. David will work collaboratively to decide which techniques suit a person's needs, goals and preferences. That conversation can start in the first few sessions and adjust as progress is made.

Online therapy here uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video sessions are useful for face-to-face interaction and longer work on emotions. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for a shorter check-in. Live chat and messaging suit ongoing support, shorter reflections, or when writing feels easier than speaking. These options offer flexibility so therapy can fit around work, family life and travel.

Frequently asked

What types of concerns can be explored?

David works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related problems, anger, low self-esteem, addictions and depression. He also supports people with eating issues, ADHD and relationship challenges.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He uses an emotionally focused approach that helps people notice and work with strong feelings. Sessions combine listening with practical exercises to develop new ways of responding.

How much experience does he have?

He has ten years of professional experience working with clients in the United Kingdom and beyond.

What credential or professional body is listed?

David is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, noted as BACP in his professional details.

Which languages and regions are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

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

How are fees handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided via a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

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.