James Costigan, BACP
James Costigan is a counsellor with nine years' experience and a BACP registration.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
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About James
James Costigan is a counsellor with nine years' experience and a BACP registration. He works with men who are struggling to make sense of their feelings and find steadier ways to cope. He aims to create a calm, respectful space where people can slow down and be honest about what is difficult for them.
James focuses on building self-awareness and helping clients understand patterns that keep them stuck. He often supports people dealing with depression, anxiety, stress and addiction, including problematic porn use.
Background and approach
He also helps with relationship and intimacy-related issues, career pressures and a general sense of feeling lost. Sessions move at a pace that suits each person. James draws on client-centred work to listen closely, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to spot unhelpful thinking and Mindfulness to bring attention to the present moment.
His corporate background informs how he handles work-related and performance concerns. People can expect practical conversation and steady support rather than quick fixes. James aims to help clients notice small changes that build confidence over time.
He invites open discussion about emotions, goals and the steps needed to make progress. Working online, he offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text messaging to suit different needs. International clients may be supported in English.
To begin, a short matching questionnaire is completed and sessions are scheduled according to availability.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 385914 | July 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
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- LGBT
- Intimacy-related issues
- Anger management
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Hoarding
- Immigration issues
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Money and financial issues
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Paranoia
- Phobias
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexuality
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches James lists
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Online support
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. James will discuss what feels most helpful and adapt the plan as goals and needs change, so the process stays collaborative and practical.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging to fit different lives. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction, phone sessions work well when video is impractical, live chat suits shorter check-ins and text messaging supports ongoing reflection between sessions. These options make it easier to fit counselling around work, travel and family commitments while keeping continuity of care.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems can be worked on here?
James supports people with stress, anxiety, depression and addiction concerns, along with relationship and intimacy-related issues and career pressures.
What is James's style in sessions?
He uses a warm, client-centred approach that focuses on listening and building trust, combined with practical exercises when useful.
How much experience does he have?
He has nine years of experience working with adults on emotional, behavioural and work-related concerns.
What credentials and country are listed?
James is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practices from the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international availability are offered?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available online?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to match different preferences and schedules.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to therapist availability.
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