James French, BACP
James French offers straightforward, practical support for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression or big life changes.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and Abuse
- +18 more
About James
James French offers straightforward, practical support for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression or big life changes. He introduces calm, steady conversations so people can talk through what is most worrying them. James uses clear language and a down-to-earth approach aimed at making each session feel manageable.
He works with a wide range of concerns including relationship strain, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, eating and sleeping difficulties, anger and self-esteem.
Background and approach
He also helps with career stress, ADHD, compassion fatigue and some complex personality or mood issues. Sessions are tailored to the person’s needs rather than a one-size-fits-all plan. James trained and practices with methods drawn from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Attachment-Based and client-centred ways of working.
These approaches are used to help people notice difficult thoughts, test new behaviours and strengthen important relationships. He explains techniques clearly and helps people try them between sessions. With three years of experience and BACP registration, James brings recent clinical practice and familiar, contemporary methods to each session.
He works with adults across many concerns and accepts international clients who can take part remotely. To get started people complete a short matching questionnaire and book a session that fits their schedule. Sessions are offered through video calls, phone, live chat or text messaging depending on preference and practical needs.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 401429 | June 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 James works with
Everything James lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Depression
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Antisocial personality
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Eating and food-related issues
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hoarding
- Immigration issues
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Postpartum depression
- Post-traumatic stress
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexuality
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Somatization
- Visually impaired
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches James lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
He also draws on Attachment-Based and client-centred ideas to pay attention to how relationships and early patterns shape current struggles. These approaches help people notice how they relate to others and work towards more helpful ways of connecting. Finding the best approach is collaborative - the counsellor will discuss options and tailor sessions to the person’s goals and preferences.
Online therapy is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs. Video calls are useful for a face-to-face feeling, phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit more easily into a busy day, while messaging or live chat can be better for shorter check-ins and ongoing support. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, travel or family commitments and to keep continuity when life changes.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does James help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship concerns, as well as trauma, grief, addictions and self-esteem issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are down-to-earth and practical, combining talking, noticing patterns and trying useful techniques between appointments.
How much clinical experience does he have?
James has three years of experience working with people on a wide range of concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and practises from the United Kingdom.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages or from other countries?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions can be delivered by video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging depending on what suits the person best.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription 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 then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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