James Sims, BACP, NCPS
James Sims is a counsellor who focuses on helping people make sense of difficult feelings.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self Esteem
- +3 more
About James
James Sims is a counsellor who focuses on helping people make sense of difficult feelings. He works with issues such as stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and depression. He aims to create a calm, respectful space where people can explore what matters most to them and find clearer ways forward.
James uses an integrative way of working, drawing on different therapy styles to suit each person. Sessions begin with listening and understanding what you want to change.
Background and approach
Together you set goals and try practical steps that fit your life. He believes people already have strengths to build on. The counsellor-client relationship is central - he offers steady attention and honest feedback as part of that partnership.
This helps people feel heard and make choices with more confidence. James brings three years of clinical experience alongside professional registrations with BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and NCPS. He has experience in high-pressure helpline work and supervising colleagues, which shaped his approach to sensitive and urgent concerns.
Typical sessions focus on understanding patterns, practising new ways of thinking and testing small changes between meetings. He adapts techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy, psychodynamic and trauma approaches to suit each person's needs. The style is practical, warm and direct, with a steady emphasis on what helps in day-to-day life.
If you are looking for a straightforward, compassionate counsellor to talk things through, James aims to be an attentive partner in the process of change.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 400738 | March 2026 |
| NCPS | NCPS1245 | May 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
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Divorce and separation
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Workplace issues
Approaches James lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Psychodynamic 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
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions interact. It uses practical exercises and experiments to change unhelpful patterns, which often helps with anxiety, stress and mood concerns.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. James will talk with you about your goals and preferences and then try methods that fit your needs. The process is collaborative, so techniques can be adjusted as you see what helps.
Online therapy with him is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and live chat or messaging suits shorter check-ins or days when writing feels more manageable. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family commitments or mobility challenges while keeping focus on useful, practical steps.
Frequently asked
What kinds of concerns does James help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, low self-esteem, depression and coping with life changes, along with related areas such as attachment, body image, caregiver stress and chronic illness.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is integrative and person-centred, combining active listening with practical exercises and reflections to help people make small, manageable changes.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He has three years of clinical experience and prior helpline work that included support and supervision roles in high-pressure settings.
Where is he based and what credentials does he hold?
He practises in the United Kingdom and holds BACP and NCPS registrations as listed in his profile.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
Sessions are offered in English and he does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available online?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to arrange sessions?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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