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James Bushnell, BACP

James Bushnell is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom.

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
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About James

James Bushnell is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom. He offers a calm, non-judgemental space for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, addiction or relationship strain. James aims to help people build confidence, manage strong emotions and cope with life changes in practical ways.

He uses a person-centred style that keeps the client in the lead. That means sessions focus on what matters most to the individual, and pace moves according to their needs.

Background and approach

James also draws on cognitive behavioural ideas to help people spot and shift unhelpful thinking patterns. Psychodynamic thinking is part of his practice too, helping people notice repeated patterns and where they might come from. Solution-focused ideas are used to set small, realistic goals and track progress between sessions.

James tailors these methods to each person rather than applying a fixed formula. Practical issues he commonly supports include stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, intimacy concerns and career or motivation problems. He also works with complications such as codependency, communication problems, guilt and shame, and caregiver strain.

With seven years of experience and registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, James approaches sessions as a collaborative process. He aims to help people explore options, try new ways of coping and find clearer ways forward.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	49424	May 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 James lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Career difficulties
Depression
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Ways of working James names

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How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions

Client-centred therapy focuses on listening, empathy and following the person's lead. In online work this means the counsellor gives space for the client to talk about what matters most and adjusts pace and topics around the client's needs.

CBT, or cognitive behavioural therapy, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and uses simple exercises to test new ways of thinking. Online sessions can include short between-session tasks and practical strategies to reduce anxiety, manage cravings or change unhelpful habits.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The counsellor will discuss goals and preferences and try methods that feel right for the individual. That collaborative decision-making helps make sessions relevant and focused on real problems.

Online formats offer practical flexibility. Video calls are good for face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or for a shorter check-in. Live chat and text-based messaging suit people who prefer to write, want ongoing brief support or need more flexible scheduling. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving duties and day-to-day life.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?

James supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, depression and relationship or intimacy concerns, as well as grief, career strain and compassion fatigue.

How would you describe the therapeutic style?

He uses a person-centred approach so the client leads the work, combined with practical techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy and solution-focused methods to set goals.

What is his professional background?

James has seven years of practice experience working with a range of emotional and behavioural issues in the United Kingdom.

What registration or credential does he hold?

He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP.

Can sessions be held in other languages or for international clients?

Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently taking international clients.

Which session formats are available?

Work can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and preferences.

How does payment and cost work?

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

What are the steps to begin therapy?

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