David Sullivan, BACP
David Sullivan is a counsellor who aims to make therapy straightforward and useful.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- +14 more
About David
David Sullivan is a counsellor who aims to make therapy straightforward and useful. He draws on four years of practice and a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling to support people facing low mood, anxiety and life stress. He is a member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP).
David creates a calm space where clients can talk through what matters to them. He often helps people with depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, anger and the effects of abuse.
Background and approach
He also works with concerns around identity, self-esteem, sexuality and gender. Sessions are shaped around each person, not a fixed script. He uses a mix of person-centred listening and psychodynamic ideas to help people understand patterns from their past and how those patterns show up now.
Jungian ideas are also used to look at deeper meaning, imagery and personal symbols when that fits the client's goals. The practical aim is to make those insights useful day to day. David also supports people dealing with grief, loneliness, parenting stress and pressures from social media or gaming.
He offers a steady, non-judgemental presence and helps clients set realistic steps forward. Work can include short-term problem solving or longer exploration depending on need. Sessions are adapted to each person and their situation.
David prefers a collaborative style - he listens first and then suggests ways to try new approaches. The focus is on helping people find clearer thinking, better self-understanding and more workable responses to life changes.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 387770 | January 2027 |
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.
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Focus areas and approaches
What David works with
Everything David lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Self esteem
- Depression
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Avoidant personality
- Body image
- Communication problems
- Dissociation
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
Approaches David lists
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Online support
He also draws on psychodynamic ideas to look at patterns that come from past relationships and early experiences. That work can help when repeating habits or old reactions are causing current problems, such as low mood or relationship difficulties.
Finding the right approach is a joint process. He will discuss goals and preferences and suggest ways to work together. Clients are invited to give feedback so sessions can adapt as needs change.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, live chat suits shorter check-ins, and text messaging supports ongoing reflection between sessions. These formats make it simpler to fit counselling around work, family and daily life while keeping the focus on making steady progress.
Frequently asked
What concerns does this counsellor commonly help with?
He works with depression, anxiety and stress, as well as relationship problems, grief, trauma and issues around identity and self-esteem.
What is his therapeutic style like?
David blends person-centred listening with psychodynamic and Jungian ideas to help people make sense of current difficulties and past patterns.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has four years of counselling experience alongside a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.
Where is he based and what credentials does he hold?
He is based in the United Kingdom and is a member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP).
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available online?
He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs.
How are fees and getting started handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to availability.
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