David Gibson, BACP

David Gibson is a United Kingdom-based counsellor and a registered member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) with 13 years of professional experience. He has supported people from a wide range of backgrounds and age groups, working with issues such as addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, marital difficulties, grief, anxiety and stress, and childhood trauma.

He brings a client-focused approach and a strong interest in helping people find opportunities for growth and self-healing. David aims to create an open, non-judgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored and understood, and he works collaboratively with clients to set goals that matter to them. He recognises that beginning therapy takes courage and expresses pride in those who take that step.

David’s practice also covers relationship and family concerns, self-esteem, coping with life changes, ADHD, and other areas where practical strategies and compassionate listening can help. He offers sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, and accepts international clients.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

David works from several well-established approaches that translate effectively to online care. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, acceptance and empathy - the therapist follows the client's lead and helps create space for personal insight and emotional healing, which can be useful for grief, relationship struggles and self-esteem concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, goal-oriented approach that explores how thoughts, feelings and behaviours interact. It offers strategies to manage anxiety, depression, stress and unhelpful patterns by building new skills and testing small changes.

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on identifying strengths and workable steps toward the changes a person wants to see. It is future-focused and often helpful for people seeking clear, time-sensitive goals such as coping with life transitions or improving communication.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and David collaborates with clients to choose the methods that best fit their needs, goals and preferences. He and the client review progress and adapt the work as required.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how sessions take place - video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging allow people to access registered professionals from different locations and on schedules that suit them. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care while balancing other commitments.