David Stevens, BACP

David Stevens is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief and the weight of major life changes. He also supports those dealing with trauma, low mood, anger and self-esteem concerns, and has additional focus on issues such as abandonment, commitment worries and caregiver stress.

His way of working is straightforward and down-to-earth. Sessions are paced to suit each person and feel more like a genuine conversation than a clinical interview. That approach aims to make it easier to talk about difficult things without judgement.

David primarily uses a client-centred style, meeting people where they are and following what feels most helpful to them. He mixes in solution-focused ideas when useful to identify small, practical steps people can try between meetings.

Across three years of practice he has supported clients with workplace burnout, fathers facing role change, chronic illness challenges and communication problems that strain relationships. The emphasis is on clarity, practical coping and moving forward at a manageable speed.

People who come to him often want straightforward feedback and a calm space to think things through. If someone wants to work on specific goals, David can help set clear, achievable steps. He encourages honesty about what feels hard and what change might look like.

To begin, he asks people to reflect on what matters most and what they hope to change. From there he helps prioritise concerns and build small, realistic plans for progress.

How his approaches translate to online counselling

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding each person without judgement. It helps when someone needs space to make sense of feelings, single out what matters, and decide their next steps. Solution-Focused Therapy looks at small, practical changes and next steps rather than a long review of the past; it suits people who want concrete goals and quick ways to test what helps.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to choose and adapt methods based on their goals, needs and preferences. That means checking in and changing tactics if something does not feel helpful.

If you are considering online therapy, check which session options are currently offered before booking. Many people find online work helpful because it can fit more easily into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Others prefer a longer conversation to tackle deeper issues; those priorities can be discussed when arranging sessions. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists can explain what to expect and tailor session length and focus to suit everyday life.