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James Henderson, BACP

James Henderson helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and major life changes.

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About James

James Henderson helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and major life changes. He writes in a direct, respectful way and aims to make the first steps toward change feel manageable. James uses a psychodynamic approach to understand patterns that keep problems repeating.

He is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. James keeps sessions straightforward and focused. He listens for the life events and relationships that have shaped a person’s responses.

Background and approach

Conversations look at feelings, memories, and repeated patterns to increase awareness and choice. Sessions can be short term, longer term, or open-ended depending on what someone needs. He adapts how he works to each person rather than using a one-size-fits-all plan.

Practical day-to-day concerns and deeper emotional material are both addressed. In the room he aims to be calm and attentive, helping people name difficult feelings and make sense of them. He supports people to find clearer ways of coping and making decisions that feel right for them.

James has five years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom. He offers work in English and accepts international clients by online formats. He welcomes people who want to understand their distress and try different ways to feel steadier in life.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	397268	December 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 James names

Psychodynamic Therapy

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Psychodynamic thinking and online therapy

Psychodynamic therapy pays attention to how past experiences and close relationships shape current feelings and reactions. It often involves talking about memories, recurring emotions and relationship patterns to increase understanding and make different choices. This approach can help with anxiety, depression, grief and ongoing patterns of difficulty.

James uses a psychodynamic frame in online sessions, helping people notice repeated behaviours and emotional responses. He will work collaboratively to choose the pace and focus that suit each person, discussing goals, practical steps and what feels most useful. Finding the right approach is part of the work together, and adjustments are made as needs and goals become clearer.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls are useful for face-to-face conversation and reading non-verbal cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when a shorter spoken check-in is preferred. Text and live chat can suit people who prefer writing to talking or need flexible brief contacts between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, travel or family life while keeping continuity of care.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?

James supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression and coping with life changes. He also works with concerns such as loneliness, obsessive behaviours, guilt and shame, and post-traumatic stress.

How would you describe the therapeutic style?

He uses a psychodynamic approach that looks at past experiences and relationship patterns to increase understanding. Sessions focus on talking through feelings and patterns to help people make more informed choices.

What is his background and experience?

He has five years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom and practises as a psychotherapist and counsellor. His work combines listening to immediate problems with exploring longer-term patterns.

What credentials and region are stated?

James is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international options are available?

Sessions are offered in English. He accepts international clients for online work.

What session formats are offered?

Therapy is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How does payment and cost work?

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

How do I begin if I want to arrange sessions?

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