David Slingsby, BACP

David commonly draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on how thoughts, behaviours and emotions interact. One approach helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and practice alternative responses to reduce anxiety and low mood. Another approach emphasises learning practical coping skills and behavioural changes to manage stress, chronic pain or the effects of trauma. Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to understand their goals, try different techniques, and adjust methods based on what helps most. This means treatment plans can change over time to suit what the client finds useful. Online sessions use video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video calls are useful for deeper conversation and visual cues, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text messaging suit short check-ins, written reflection or when someone prefers not to be on camera. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving or mobility limits and support consistent progress without long commutes.