Declan Kent, BACP

Declan Kent brings a practical, person-focused approach to therapy informed by both academic training and hands-on clinical experience. He began his career working in clinical environments and volunteered as an honorary assistant psychologist in several hospitals, where he observed a wide range of behaviours and responses to distress. Those early experiences inspired him to deepen his knowledge, first through an undergraduate degree in psychology and later by completing a masters in counselling and psychotherapy. He combines that formal training with a commitment to tailoring care to each person's needs, drawing on a variety of methods to suit different situations and personalities.

Declan describes his work as integrative - he selects approaches that fit the individual rather than applying a single method to everyone. He emphasises collaboration, helping clients explore challenges and develop practical ways to move forward, while positioning himself as a guide rather than an expert on someone else’s inner life. His practice focuses on creating therapy that is tailor-made, attentive to the specific issue at hand, and respectful of the client’s own expertise about their life. He is a member of BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which is the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom.

Therapeutic approaches and online care with Declan Kent

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being overwhelmed by them, and then focus on actions that line up with their values. It can be useful for issues like anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and trust, offering ways to understand and shift relationship dynamics, which can help with intimacy, family challenges, and grief. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) examines the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, and provides structured strategies to reduce symptoms and build more helpful patterns, often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the work itself. Declan collaborates with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the blend of techniques as therapy progresses so the process remains personalised and practical.

Online therapy with Declan is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which makes it easier to access support around work, family, or mobility constraints. These options provide flexibility in scheduling and communication style, allowing clients to choose the format that best suits their life and the pace of their progress.