David Stevens, BACP

David Stevens is a BACP registered counsellor based in Leeds, United Kingdom, who supports people through a broad range of life challenges. He has worked with clients facing stress, anxiety, workplace burnout, and issues commonly affecting men’s mental health, as well as with those who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about major life decisions. He also assists people navigating grief and trauma.

His manner is straightforward, down-to-earth, and supportive, favouring a conversational style over a formal clinical approach. He aims to create a respectful space where clients can speak openly without fear of judgement, and he adapts the pace of sessions to suit each person’s needs. He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which indicates adherence to professional standards and ethical practice.

David primarily draws on a person-centered approach while blending techniques from other methods when they benefit the client. He tailors sessions to the individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model, believing that therapy should reflect each client’s circumstances and goals. Taking the first step can feel daunting, and he views reaching out as a sign of strength. He works with clients to build clarity, reduce pressure, and move forward with greater confidence, and he welcomes the opportunity to support those ready to make changes.

Client-Centered and Solution-Focused Options for Online Therapy

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and supporting the client to lead the pace and direction of their own work. In this approach the therapist provides acceptance and understanding while the client explores feelings, values, and goals, which can be helpful for people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, or a sense of being stuck.

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on identifying practical steps and small changes that move a person toward their goals. It is action-oriented and often useful for addressing relationship concerns, coping with life changes, and managing everyday problems by building on a client’s existing strengths and resources.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. David Stevens will work collaboratively with each client to choose and adapt methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences, reviewing progress as therapy continues and adjusting the plan when needed.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how sessions are delivered, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family, and other commitments, and allow clients to access support from their own environment while working with registered professionals and therapists who can tailor sessions to individual circumstances.