David Cuff

David Cuff is a humanistic psychotherapeutic counsellor who helps people facing anger, stress and difficult life changes. He works with concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship strain, grief, self-esteem and addictions. He takes an affirming approach to LGBT matters and treats neurodiversity as a difference rather than a disorder.

He offers a gentle, person-centred style that follows each client’s pace. Sessions focus on what is happening for the person in the moment, including bodily sensations and emotional responses. This can help when past experiences still affect everyday life.

David draws on several therapeutic traditions to shape his work. He uses client-centred listening alongside emotionally focused ideas and somatic awareness to help people notice patterns. He also brings existential and Jungian perspectives when exploring meaning, values and inner symbols.

His approach is relational and non-judgemental. He pays attention to how early experiences and attachment patterns influence current choices. He aims to help people access their own strengths and finish unfinished business so they can move forward.

David holds the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy credential, recorded as BACP, and completed postgraduate study in humanistic psychotherapeutic counselling at the University of Brighton. He has additional professional certification in online and telephone counselling and has trained in working at relational depth and child protection in education. He practises within the BACP ethical framework.

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on empathic listening and following the client’s pace. It helps people who need a steady, non-judgemental space to make sense of feelings and reactions.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) pays attention to emotions and how they shape relationships and behaviour. It is useful when patterns of interaction or strong emotional responses keep repeating.

Somatic Therapy brings attention to bodily sensations and how the body holds emotional experience. This can help when people notice physical tension, racing heartbeat, or other bodily signs during stress or anger.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The counsellor will work with the client to choose or combine methods based on their goals, preferences and what emerges in sessions. This helps shape a plan that fits the person rather than forcing a single model.

Online and telephone options were part of the counsellor’s professional training, but current session formats should be confirmed before booking. Remote sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They can also suit people who prefer not to be on camera or who need lower bandwidth options.