James Morrell, BACP

James Morrell is a fully qualified person-centred therapist who brings a humanistic approach to counselling and psychotherapy. He holds a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and Psychotherapy, a formal qualification in counselling, and is an accredited member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, the UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists.

Working from a person-centred framework, James focuses on the client’s experience and individual needs rather than imposing labels. He does not offer formal diagnoses but aims to create a space where people can explore who they are and what they need to grow. While he primarily practises within the person-centred tradition, he also draws on other approaches such as Transactional Analysis and Egan/Solution-Focused therapy to tailor support to each person.

James has worked with a wide range of mental health and wellbeing concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression and addictive behaviours. He seeks to foster an environment where feelings can be expressed without judgment and where clients can investigate the conditions they need to develop greater self-understanding and acceptance.

As a male therapist, James is mindful of how gender expectations can shape access to and experience of counselling. He notes that most of his clients have been women and that systemic factors can make therapy feel less approachable for men. He references research from Dr Zac Seidler indicating that 60 percent of men who die by suicide had contact with mental health services in the prior year, and that 32 per cent of men offered treatment by UK NHS Talking Therapies will not complete their allocated sessions. These observations inform his work with men, aiming to avoid judgement and to explore how societal ideas about masculinity affect wellbeing.

Cultural competence is also central to James’s practice; he recognises that the predominantly white middle-class makeup of many therapy services can be a barrier, and he seeks to respect the diverse perspectives shaped by each client’s background. When working with addictions, James invites clients to examine their relationship with substances or behaviours without shame, supporting development of self-acceptance and greater autonomy over how they wish to live.

Person-Centred and Online Therapeutic Approaches

James integrates client-centred therapy into his online practice, which means the therapist prioritises the client’s experience, listens deeply and supports clients to find their own solutions. This approach helps with relationship issues, self-esteem, grief and many life transitions by encouraging self-exploration and personal growth.

He also uses existential therapy when appropriate, which focuses on meaning, choice and responsibility. This approach can help people facing questions about purpose, major life changes, or struggles with identity and loss. When mindfulness techniques are included, they support grounding and present-moment awareness, which can reduce rumination and improve coping with stress and anxiety.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. James collaborates with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, adjusting the way he works as the relationship develops so the therapy remains relevant and practical.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility - sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone conversations, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and communication styles. For many people this range of options makes it easier to maintain continuity of care and engage with therapy from wherever they are, while still working with a registered professional who tailors the approach to their circumstances.