David Sullivan, BACP

David Sullivan is an integrative counsellor who believes in the healing and transformative potential of therapy. He creates a calm, welcoming space for people seeking support with depression, anxiety, stress and other common mental health concerns, and he aims to empower clients to learn more about themselves and make meaningful change. David works with relationship difficulties, bullying, anger management, loneliness and experiences of abuse, as well as identity-related topics such as self-esteem, self-image, spirituality, faith, sexuality and gender.

With particular experience supporting younger people, David understands challenges that arise from social media and gaming and can help clients explore their responses to these modern pressures. He frames his role as a guide - helping clients connect with a clearer sense of who they are and the values they want to live by - while shaping the counselling relationship to fit each person�s needs.

David practises in an integrative way, combining a person-centred focus on the here and now with psychodynamic exploration of personal history and relationships to uncover patterns that influence present life. He is a member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (MBACP) and holds a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, a vocational qualification in counselling practice. His approach is professional yet approachable, aiming to make therapy accessible and constructive for people at different stages of their journey.

Approaches in practice and flexible online care

David Sullivan draws on client-centred, Jungian and psychodynamic ideas to shape online therapy in ways that suit each person. Client-centred therapy emphasises an empathic, non-judgemental relationship and helps clients explore their present feelings and choices to build self-trust and emotional resilience. Jungian therapy attends to personal meaning and inner symbolism, useful for exploring identity, life purpose and deeper themes that influence behaviour. Psychodynamic work looks at how past relationships and unconscious patterns affect current life - it can help clarify repeating difficulties in relationships, emotional responses and self-image.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and David works collaboratively with clients to identify what fits best for their needs, goals and preferences. He adapts methods over time so therapy remains responsive and practical, inviting clients to shape the direction of their work together with a registered professional.

Online therapy with David is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different rhythms of life. These options make it easier to access regular support around work, family or mobility constraints, and they allow clients to continue their therapeutic work from familiar environments while maintaining continuity of care.