David Brookes, BACP
David Brookes focuses on people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety or major life change.
About David
David Brookes focuses on people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety or major life change. He aims to make the first step easier with a calm, straightforward approach and simple tools to get conversations started. David is a BACP counsellor with three years of professional experience in the United Kingdom.
His sessions begin by listening closely to what matters most to the client. He creates space for honest talk about difficult emotions like grief, anger or low mood.
Background and approach
The intent is to help people name their problems and find small practical steps forward. David draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. He also uses client-centred techniques that keep the person’s experience at the heart of the work.
Existential ideas are brought in when people are facing big questions about meaning, choice or identity. Typical concerns he has supported include trauma and abuse, eating and sleeping difficulties, self-esteem and career pressures. He also helps people working through ADHD-related challenges and those from LGBT backgrounds who are coping with stress or change.
Sessions are conversational and paced to each person. Practical suggestions and short exercises may be offered between meetings. The overall aim is clearer thinking, steadier coping and better day-to-day functioning.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 396714 | November 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What David works with
Everything David lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Anger management
- Depression
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- ADHD
Approaches David lists
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Online support
Finding the right approach is part of the work. David will collaborate with each person to decide whether ACT, client-centred ways or existential discussion best suit their goals and situation. That choice can change as therapy continues and the focus shifts.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to make counselling easier to fit into daily life. Video is useful for fuller conversation, phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and messaging or live chat works well for brief check-ins or people who prefer not to be on camera. These options aim to increase flexibility and make it simpler to keep regular contact with a therapist.
Frequently asked
What issues does David work with?
He supports people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger and depression, as well as concerns related to eating, sleeping and self-esteem.
What is his therapeutic style?
Sessions are conversational and person-centred, with practical exercises and values-based planning drawn from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and existential ideas.
How much experience does he have?
David has three years of professional experience practising counselling in the United Kingdom.
What credentials does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to accommodate different needs.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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