- Humanistic approach
- BACP member
- Affirming practice
About David
David Cuff is a BACP counsellor who helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, grief and self‑esteem struggles. He also supports those facing life changes, addiction, intimacy issues, sleep or eating concerns, ADHD and compassion fatigue. He works in English and practises from the United Kingdom.
David follows a humanistic, person‑centred way of working that keeps the client’s experience central. He aims to be a calm, non‑judgemental companion while people talk through painful events and relationship wounds. Sessions focus on what matters to the individual and move at a pace they find manageable.
His approach pays attention to both feelings and bodily experience. He draws on emotionally‑focused and somatic ideas to help people notice sensations, emotions and patterns that shape behaviour. This can be useful for those who feel stuck by old reactions or by memories from childhood.
David also uses existential and Jungian perspectives to help people ask bigger questions about meaning, identity and life choices. He encourages people to connect with their own strengths and inner resources when making decisions or seeking closure from past events.
He holds a postgraduate professional qualification in Humanistic Psychotherapeutic Counselling from the University of Brighton and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. He has seven years of experience and describes his style as gentle, relational and affirmative towards LGBT people and neurodiversity.
David follows a humanistic, person‑centred way of working that keeps the client’s experience central. He aims to be a calm, non‑judgemental companion while people talk through painful events and relationship wounds. Sessions focus on what matters to the individual and move at a pace they find manageable.
His approach pays attention to both feelings and bodily experience. He draws on emotionally‑focused and somatic ideas to help people notice sensations, emotions and patterns that shape behaviour. This can be useful for those who feel stuck by old reactions or by memories from childhood.
David also uses existential and Jungian perspectives to help people ask bigger questions about meaning, identity and life choices. He encourages people to connect with their own strengths and inner resources when making decisions or seeking closure from past events.
He holds a postgraduate professional qualification in Humanistic Psychotherapeutic Counselling from the University of Brighton and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. He has seven years of experience and describes his style as gentle, relational and affirmative towards LGBT people and neurodiversity.
How his therapeutic approaches translate online
Client‑centred therapy places the person’s experience at the heart of the work. Online sessions using this approach aim to let the client guide topics while the counsellor reflects and supports their process. It helps when someone needs a space to be heard and understood.Emotionally‑focused therapy concentrates on feelings and attachment patterns. In remote work this can help people notice how they react in relationships and practise new ways of responding to closeness and conflict.
Existential ideas support exploring meaning, choice and identity. Through conversations about values and life direction, people can clarify what matters and make decisions that fit their priorities.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process. The counsellor works collaboratively to identify which ideas suit the client’s needs and goals, and may draw on different perspectives as the work develops.
This profile does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives - for example shorter check‑ins between commitments, sitting down for a focused conversation without travel, or choosing a quieter time of day. Registered or accredited professionals can explain practical arrangements and help match session plans to everyday routines.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyEmotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyJungian TherapySomatic Therapy
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
See below
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief and self‑esteem issues, among many other concerns listed in his profile.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His style is gentle and relational, following a person‑centred approach that invites the client to lead sessions while noticing emotions and body sensations.
What is his professional background?
He has seven years of experience and trained to postgraduate level in Humanistic Psychotherapeutic Counselling at the University of Brighton.
What credentials and location are associated with his practice?
He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages does he offer sessions in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs and payments handled?
Session cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the continue button on this profile, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.