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Danny Ashen

Danny Ashen, BACP

United Kingdom

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BACP counsellor - stress and LGBT concerns

  • Gender identity focus
  • Autism-related issues
  • Self-esteem support

About Danny

Danny Ashen is a BACP-registered counsellor based in the United Kingdom with four years of professional experience. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, LGBT concerns, relationship difficulties, self-esteem and major life changes. Danny also notes a focus on gender identity and autism-related issues alongside a range of personal concerns such as guilt and shame.

He approaches sessions in a straightforward way. He encourages open conversation so thoughts and feelings can be named and looked at together. He aims to reduce the clutter that makes decisions and daily life harder, and to help people notice small, practical steps they can take.

Danny uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address patterns that keep people stuck. He pays attention to attachment and relational patterns, which can affect how people respond to guilt and shame. He also works with body image, eating concerns, and experiences of prejudice or discrimination.

People who come for help with life transitions will find someone who focuses on what is happening now and what can change next. He also has experience with issues arising from sexual assault and domestic violence, and with self-harm and feelings of emptiness.

Sessions are carried out in English and international clients are not accepted. Costs vary by location and sessions are arranged through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.

Approaches that guide online sessions

Evidence-based techniques are part of his practice. He often draws on relational and attachment-informed approaches, which look at how early and current relationships influence feelings of guilt, shame and anxiety. This helps when patterns in close relationships repeat or leave someone feeling blamed or isolated.

He also uses practical, problem-focused work that aims to break down overwhelming problems into smaller, manageable steps. This kind of approach is useful for stress, low mood and for people who want clear ways to try things between sessions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The counsellor will talk with each person about what feels most useful and adjust methods as goals and needs become clearer. Clients are invited to give feedback and to shape the focus of the work as it progresses.

The original biography does not list which remote formats are offered. Please confirm the available session formats before booking. In general, online sessions can make fitting counselling around work and family life easier, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Registered or accredited professionals can work with clients remotely, and Danny aims to help people fit sessions into everyday life without assuming a single way of working.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposePrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

4+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he work with?

He works with stress, anxiety, LGBT concerns, relationship problems, self-esteem and coping with life changes, and also addresses guilt and shame.

How would he describe his therapeutic style?

He aims for open conversation and practical work. Sessions focus on naming thoughts and feelings and finding small steps forward.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has four years of professional experience working with adults on a range of concerns including gender identity and autism-related issues.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.

Can I have sessions in another language or from another country?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats does he offer?

The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How much do sessions cost?

Costs vary with location. Sessions run through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I get started?

Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.

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