- Person-centred work
- Psychodynamic focus
- Identity and life purpose
About David
David Sullivan is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP). He has four years of practice and focuses on common concerns such as depression, anxiety and stress. He also works with issues around relationships, parenting and identity.
David supports people coping with grief, trauma, abuse and compassion fatigue. He helps with anger, low self-esteem, body image and intimacy-related difficulties. He also addresses concerns linked to ADHD, social pressures like gaming and social media, and experiences of prejudice and discrimination.
His background includes work with young people and time spent listening to a wide range of life stories. That experience informs how he talks about identity, sexuality, gender and faith. He aims to help clients understand patterns that show up now and how past relationships can still affect day-to-day life.
In sessions he combines person-centred ways of working with psychodynamic ideas. Person-centred work looks at what is happening in the here and now. Psychodynamic work explores history and relationship patterns to uncover unconscious themes.
David describes himself as an integrative counsellor who draws on different approaches to suit what a person brings. He says therapy does not have to be intimidating and that small, steady steps can be meaningful. Guidance on how to begin is straightforward and practical.
He holds a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and is a member of the BACP. Sessions are offered in English and he practises in the United Kingdom.
How his approaches translate to online counselling
Client-centred therapy focuses on the person as they are now, emphasising listening, acceptance and helping someone speak about what matters today. It can help with low mood, anxiety and finding clearer priorities in life. Psychodynamic therapy looks at past relationships and patterns to uncover material that influences current feelings and behaviour, which can be useful for recurring relationship problems and long-term patterns of shame or avoidance.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will discuss different ways of working and decide together which fits best with a client's needs, goals and preferences. That process is collaborative and can change as the work develops.
The profile does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm the available online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work, caregiving or daily routines. Some formats are useful when a shorter check-in is needed, while others suit longer, in-depth conversations. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt their methods to suit how someone prefers to meet and to practical constraints in everyday life.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does he commonly help with?
He works with depression, anxiety and stress alongside relationship and parenting concerns, grief, trauma, self-esteem and life purpose questions.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses an integrative approach combining client-centred work with psychodynamic ideas, focusing on present concerns and exploring past relationship patterns.
What is his level of experience?
He has four years of experience working with a range of mental health and identity-related issues, including work with young people.
Which professional credential does he hold and where does he practise?
He is a member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (MBACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
In what languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English only and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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