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James McComas, BACP

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

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About James

James McComas is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with five years of professional experience and registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He focuses on helping people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, low mood and problems in relationships. He also supports people dealing with trauma, abuse and issues around self-esteem and motivation.

James works from a belief that each person knows their own life best.

Background and approach

He aims to help clients use their strengths to move through difficult moments. Sessions are straightforward and practical, with a focus on what matters most to the individual. He has helped people facing a wide range of concerns, including abandonment and attachment issues, codependency and commitment difficulties.

He also has experience with communication problems, dissociation, and the emotional effects of family of origin difficulties and fatherhood issues. James has supported people affected by domestic violence, drug and alcohol problems, fertility stress and feelings of emptiness. He is also experienced in working with gender dysphoria as it affects sense of self and relationships.

He communicates clearly and aims to create a calm, steady space for difficult conversations. Practical steps are a feature of his work. He helps clients set small, attainable goals and checks progress between sessions when useful.

For many people this approach makes therapy feel manageable and purposeful.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	389309	April 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
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Dissociation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counselling
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Men's issues
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexuality
Young adult issues

How practical approaches translate to online therapy

James draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear steps and day-to-day changes. One commonly used approach helps people identify unhelpful thinking and try small behavioural experiments to test new ways of coping; this can reduce anxiety and lift low mood. Another approach emphasises understanding attachment and relationship patterns so clients can change how they communicate and connect with others.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. James will explore a client's goals, preferences and day-to-day realities to decide together which methods fit best. This collaborative process means the plan can change as progress is made or new issues emerge.

Online formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when a fuller interaction helps, phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera, and live chat or text messaging suit shorter check-ins or people who find writing easier. These options aim to make regular contact simpler and more flexible for different schedules and needs.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems does he help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties along with trauma and issues around self-esteem.

What is his therapeutic style like?

His approach is straightforward and practical, focusing on small goals and making changes that feel manageable.

How much experience does he have?

He has five years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom and is registered with the BACP.

Where is he based and how is he registered?

He practises in the United Kingdom and lists registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging.

How are fees handled?

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

How do I start working with him?

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