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Stephen Davis

Stephen Davis, BACP

United Kingdom

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BACP counsellor - relationships and self-esteem

  • Cognitive behavioural work
  • Existential themes
  • Coaching for confidence

About Stephen

Stephen Davis is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with ten years of practice. He works with people dealing with anxiety, stress, relationship strain, low self-esteem and life changes, and he also supports those carrying guilt and shame.

He uses a mix of approaches rather than a single method. That means he may draw on cognitive and behavioural ideas to examine thoughts and actions. He also brings in psychodynamic and existential perspectives to look at deeper patterns and what gives life meaning.

In sessions he aims to make complex problems easier to talk about. Conversations focus on what is actually troubling the person and on practical ways to move forward. He also offers coaching-style conversations to help clients build confidence and set goals for work or personal life.

Stephen often works with issues linked to attachment, abandonment and communication problems. He also supports people facing grief, trauma, parenting strains, chronic illness, anger and questions around forgiveness and infidelity. He describes his way of working as adaptable, choosing approaches that fit the person’s needs.

People can expect straightforward discussion about feelings and behaviours, and help to understand patterns that keep causing pain. The next steps are to complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the online booking flow.

How his approaches translate to online work

Stephen commonly uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to help people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. CBT is practical and suits issues like anxiety, stress and recurring self-critical thinking.

He also draws on Existential Therapy to look at meaning, values and life choices. That approach can help when people feel empty, stuck or are questioning purpose and direction.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss your needs, goals and preferences and try different ways of working to see what fits best. Decisions about methods are made collaboratively rather than fixed from the start.

The original biography did not list specific session formats, so please confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work or family commitments, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also mean not needing to be on camera for every session, which some people find more comfortable.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoaching

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderDepression

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he work with?

He helps people with anxiety, stress, relationship problems, low self-esteem, grief and trauma. His listed areas also include guilt and shame, parenting issues, chronic illness, and work-related problems.

How would he approach guilt or shame?

He uses a blend of cognitive and psychodynamic ideas to look at thoughts, actions and underlying patterns. Sessions can also include coaching elements to help people rebuild confidence.

What is his background and experience?

He has ten years of experience working as a registered counsellor and describes an integrative way of working that draws on several therapy approaches.

What credential does he hold and where is he based?

He is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.

Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?

Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats does he offer?

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

How are costs handled?

Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the booking flow.

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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