David Mayes

David Mayes is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with eight years of experience. He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). David offers a warm, approachable space where people can talk through stressful or upsetting problems, including anger, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, and addictions.

Before training as a counsellor he worked in a range of settings including IAPT, the NHS and in a forensic environment. That background has given him experience with short and longer-term work, and with people from different cultural backgrounds. He also has experience working with people internationally and over the phone.

David uses a humanistic, client-centred way of working. Sessions focus on listening without judgement and helping people find their own solutions. He aims to make people feel understood and respected so they can speak openly about trauma, grief, sexual and relationship concerns, or struggles with self-esteem.

Practical issues such as work stress, caregiver strain, chronic illness and life transitions are also within his scope of interest. He is comfortable discussing identity and cultural concerns, and accepts people from alternative sexual cultures such as kink and BDSM.

People who prefer a straightforward, empathetic counsellor may find his style helpful. He asks people to start by completing a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to availability.

How client-centred therapy works online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on giving people a respectful, non-judgemental space where they can talk about what matters to them. The counsellor listens carefully and reflects back what they hear, helping people clarify feelings and make their own decisions. This approach is often helpful for issues like anger, relationship or intimacy concerns, and low self-esteem.

The process of finding the right therapeutic approach is collaborative. The therapist will discuss your goals, preferences and what feels helpful, and then tailor sessions accordingly. If adjustments are needed, they will be made together so the work fits your needs.

Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions around work or family commitments and avoiding travel time. Online work can make it easier to arrange shorter check-ins or regular weekly sessions that slot into a break at work. The biography does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Registered or accredited professionals, including counsellors, often find online sessions useful for maintaining continuity of care and making therapy more accessible.