David Brookes, BACP

David Brookes welcomes people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety or life changes. He writes plainly and listens closely so clients can say what matters without feeling judged. David is identified by his BACP credential and has three years of professional experience in the UK.

He supports people coping with trauma and abuse, grief, anger and depression. He also works with concerns such as eating and sleeping difficulties, self-esteem, career questions, ADHD and LGBT issues. The first meetings focus on getting to know what the person wants to change and what matters most to them.

David uses clear, conversational ways of working. He draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice thoughts and choose actions that match their values. He uses client-centred listening to follow what the person brings to the room. Existential ideas are used to look at meaning, choice and responsibility when people face big life questions.

Sessions aim to be practical and gentle. David encourages simple steps that can be tried between meetings. He also helps people reflect on how they want their life to be different and plan achievable changes.

To begin, a short questionnaire and booking step start the process. The practice website offers more information about how the service runs and what to expect in early sessions.

How therapy approaches work online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, low mood and problems that feel stuck. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person’s experience without judgment, helping them find their own solutions and feel heard. Existential Therapy looks at meaning, choice and responsibility when someone faces big life questions or difficult transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss the person’s goals and preferences and try methods that suit their situation. Sessions are collaborative, with plans adjusted as the person learns what helps most.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel, and allow calmer check-ins during a work break or between commitments. It can also let someone choose a style of session that matches their energy on a given day, for example a shorter conversation instead of a longer meeting. Registered or accredited professionals aim to adapt timing and pace to everyday life needs rather than asking for big schedule changes.