David Atlay, BACP

David Atlay is a BACP-registered counsellor with a Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling and ten years of professional experience supporting people through difficult life moments. He combines a warm, empathetic presence with practical strategies to help clients regain energy, manage overwhelming feelings, and pursue personal growth. His training and ongoing development with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) reflect a commitment to professional standards and ethical practice.

Working in a person-centred and solution-focused way, David places the individual at the centre of the therapeutic process. He listens without judgement, offers compassionate understanding, and helps clients identify new ways of responding to anxiety, stress, depression and patterns of self-sabotage. He encourages autonomy and supports people to take back control of their lives while exploring realistic steps toward change.

David’s approach is practical and motivating. He works with clients on issues such as low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, grief and coping with life transitions, as well as behavioural concerns that include addictions and eating-related challenges. Clients tell him he is warm, friendly and helpful, and he aims to create a space where people feel able to talk, reflect and build the skills they need to move forward. If his style feels like a good fit, people are invited to reach out and begin the process of change.

Client-Centred Care and CBT Delivered Online

David integrates Client-Centred Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into his online work. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating an accepting, empathetic environment where the client’s own insights and strengths lead the way - this approach is helpful for issues like low self-esteem, relationship concerns and navigating life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and reshape unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, which can be effective for anxiety, depression and stress-related symptoms.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and David works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best. He explores a client’s needs, goals and preferences, and adapts methods over time so the work remains relevant and manageable.

Online sessions by video, phone, live chat or text-based messaging offer flexibility for busy schedules and different communication styles. These options make it easier to access registered professionals from home or work, to maintain continuity of care during transitions, and to choose the format that feels most comfortable for the client.