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James Ingram, BACP

James Ingram is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who works with adults facing stress, anxiety, grief and life changes.

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About James

James Ingram is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who works with adults facing stress, anxiety, grief and life changes. He uses a straightforward, accepting style to help people talk through problems like depression, low self-esteem, relationship strains and issues around sexuality and identity. Sessions focus on understanding what matters to the client and finding practical ways to move forward.

He draws on several approaches to suit different needs, including attachment-focused work and cognitive behavioural ideas.

Background and approach

That means conversations can touch on how past relationships affect current feelings, and on simple steps to change unhelpful thoughts and habits. The emphasis is on collaboration rather than direction from the counsellor. James has four years of experience and is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.

He has worked with people affected by cancer and its treatment, bereavement, and long-term health challenges. He also has experience supporting neurodiverse adults, including those with attention difference and autistic traits. His practice aims to be inclusive and respectful, letting clients speak honestly about identity, body image and intimacy without fear of judgement.

He also helps people dealing with addiction, anger, career questions and feelings of isolation. Work typically starts by agreeing what the person wants to change and trying approaches that fit their life. Sessions can be adapted to suit different rhythms and goals, from short practical steps to deeper work about meaning and connection.

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Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	407833	November 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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Approaches and how online therapy fits

James blends attachment-based work and cognitive behavioural techniques in ways that make sense for each person. Attachment-based work looks at how early relationships shape current trust and closeness, which can help when intimacy, abandonment or communication are causing pain. Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing small changes in behaviour to reduce anxiety or low mood.

Finding the right approach is a shared task. The counsellor will talk with the client about their goals and try methods that match those aims. Over time they review what helps and adjust the emphasis, so therapy stays practical and relevant to the person’s life.

Online sessions offer flexibility and make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. Video calls are useful for face-to-face conversation, phone sessions suit those who prefer audio only, and live chat or text messaging can work for shorter check-ins or when typing feels easier. These options let people choose what best suits their day, bandwidth and comfort while working with registered or accredited professionals.

Frequently asked

What issues does this counsellor help with?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, grief, depression and self-esteem concerns, along with relationship and family issues and problems linked to sexuality and identity.

What is the therapy style like?

The approach is collaborative and accepting, mixing client-centred talking with techniques from attachment work and cognitive behavioural ideas to address feelings and behaviours.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has four years of professional experience working with adults facing bereavement, cancer-related issues, trauma and longer-term mental health challenges.

What professional registration does he hold and where is he based?

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

Can I work with him if I live abroad or speak another language?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

Which session formats are available?

He provides sessions by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How does payment and cost work?

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

How do I begin working with this counsellor?

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