David Atlay , BACP

David Atlay is a UK-based counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which reflects adherence to professional and ethical standards and ongoing professional development. He holds a PGDip in Counselling, a postgraduate diploma that underpins his clinical training and ability to support people through challenging periods.

With a focus on helping people regain control and foster personal growth, David works in a non-judgmental, empathetic way that aims to empower clients. He draws on person-centered principles and solution-focused techniques to respond to each person’s needs, offering practical strategies alongside compassionate listening. That approach supports people facing anxiety, stress, depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, addiction issues, grief, and problems with self-esteem and career direction.

In sessions David listens patiently and collaborates with clients to explore the causes of their difficulties and to identify new ways of coping. He combines motivational support with concrete tools intended to reduce overwhelming feelings and build energy and resilience. His clients describe him as warm, friendly, and helpful, and he is confident in assisting people to find relief from anxiety, depression, and self-sabotaging behaviours.

David encourages anyone who feels ready to seek change to get in touch and discuss how counselling might help them move toward a more fulfilled and energized life.

Client-Centered and CBT Approaches for Online Support

David uses client-centered therapy to create a respectful, empathetic space where the client’s perspective guides the work. This approach focuses on listening, validation, and supporting a person’s capacity for self-directed growth and is useful for issues like self-esteem, relationship concerns, and adjusting to life changes.

He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps people identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours. CBT is practical and skill-based, often used for anxiety, depression, and managing stress by teaching strategies that reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is part of the process and is handled collaboratively. David will work with each person to discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adjusting methods over time to fit the client’s needs.

Online therapy with David is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to access consistent support from a licensed professional while fitting therapy into busy lives and varied routines.