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James Landy

James Landy, BACP

United Kingdom

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BACP counsellor - stress and life changes

  • CBT based work
  • Anxiety and depression
  • Relationship concerns

About James

James Landy is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with three years of experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and difficulties around intimacy and life changes. James also works with related concerns such as abandonment, attachment and commitment issues, problems with communication, and feelings of isolation or emptiness.

James uses cognitive behavioural approaches to make thinking patterns and behaviours more manageable. Sessions focus on practical steps and simple tools that can be tried between meetings. He keeps things direct and collaborative, and checks in about what is working as therapy progresses.

In conversations James talks through how beliefs and routine actions keep problems going. He helps people spot unhelpful patterns and set small, realistic goals to change them. That might include exercises to reduce anxiety, ways to rebuild trust after infidelity, or clearer ways to express needs in close relationships.

He is used to helping people cope with big transitions such as separation or changing work and personal roles. For issues linked to hoarding, guilt or shame, James approaches the topic step by step and focuses on manageable changes. His work aims to strengthen everyday coping rather than promising a particular outcome.

Sessions are conducted in English and James accepts international clients. Before booking people are invited to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session to discuss priorities and practicalities.

How therapeutic approaches work online

James commonly uses cognitive behavioural methods that help people identify unhelpful thought patterns and change behaviours that keep problems going. CBT often involves setting small goals, testing new behaviours and using short exercises between sessions to build progress.

He also focuses on practical, goal-oriented work to tackle issues like anxiety, low mood and intimacy problems. This approach breaks larger problems into manageable steps and uses straightforward techniques to reduce overwhelm and improve daily functioning.

Finding the right method is part of the process. The therapist will work with each person to choose techniques that fit their needs, goals and preferences. That choice is collaborative and can be adjusted as therapy continues.

The profile does not specify which session formats are provided, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work and family commitments, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when helpful. It can also let people use phone or lower-bandwidth options if that suits their circumstances better.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Experience

3+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he help with?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and intimacy-related difficulties, plus related concerns like attachment, abandonment and communication problems.

How does he approach feeling stuck?

He uses cognitive behavioural techniques that focus on thoughts and behaviours. Work is practical and involves trying small changes between sessions.

How long has he been practising?

James has three years of experience as a counsellor.

What credential does he hold and where is he based?

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

Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?

Sessions are offered to international clients and are conducted in English.

Which session formats are available?

The original profile does not list explicit session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How are fees handled?

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

How do I begin a first session?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.

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