James Sims, BACP, NCPS
James Sims is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self Esteem
- +3 more
About James
James Sims is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom. He offers a listening ear and practical help for people feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, low self-esteem or major life changes. Sessions aim to help clients find clearer ways forward and feel more in control of daily challenges.
He works in an integrative way, drawing on different therapeutic approaches to suit each person. That means sessions are tailored rather than following a single fixed method.
Background and approach
James focuses on building a trusting relationship where people can speak openly and be heard without rush. Before moving into counselling practice he spent more than a decade at the NSPCC and Childline. There he provided direct support on helplines and helped train and manage other counsellors.
This background gives him experience of responding calmly in pressured situations and working with a wide range of emotional needs. James holds BACP and NCPS credentials, which are listed as his professional affiliations. He has three years of counselling experience in individual work.
Sessions are offered in English and delivered online by video, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. People commonly bring concerns such as stress, relationship difficulties, body image, caregiver strain, chronic illness, bereavement, isolation or issues around forgiveness and shame. James aims to help people talk these problems through, identify practical steps, and build on their own strengths.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 400738 | March 2026 |
| NCPS | NCPS1245 | May 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
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Divorce and separation
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Workplace issues
Approaches James lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions and offers practical exercises to try between sessions. It can help with anxiety, depression and coping with stressful life changes by teaching simple strategies to shift unhelpful patterns.
Finding the best approach is part of the work. James will discuss different methods with you and decide together what fits your needs, goals and preferences. That collaborative choice can change over time as progress is reviewed.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls let you see facial expressions and use visual aids, phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited, and live chat or text-based messaging can suit shorter check-ins or people who prefer writing. These options make it easier to fit counselling around work, caregiving or medical commitments and to continue work when travel is difficult.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems can I bring to counselling?
James works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems and low self-esteem. He also supports people with issues such as body image, caregiver stress, chronic illness and isolation.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses an integrative, client-centred way of working that tailors techniques to each person. Sessions emphasise listening, collaboration and practical steps you can try between meetings.
What is James's professional background?
He spent over a decade working for NSPCC and Childline, providing helpline support and training other counsellors. That experience shaped his ability to respond calmly in pressured situations.
Where is he based and what credentials does he hold?
James is based in the United Kingdom and lists BACP and NCPS among his professional credentials. These are the affiliations given in his profile.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English only. International clients are not currently accepted.
What formats are available for sessions?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging so you can choose what fits your routine. Different formats suit different needs such as shorter check-ins or face-to-face style conversations online.
How are sessions priced?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability and are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the matching and booking process.
What are the first steps to start therapy?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability. The platform will guide you through those steps.
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