David Atlay, BACP

David Atlay is a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and holds a PGDip in Counselling, a postgraduate diploma that reflects advanced training in therapeutic practice and client care. His professional membership indicates a commitment to high standards of ethics, professionalism and ongoing development.

He works from a person-centred stance combined with solution-focused techniques, offering a warm, non-judgmental and empathetic space where clients can explore difficulties and build practical strategies for change. His role is to support individuals to develop their capacity for personal growth, regain a sense of control and pursue a more energised and fulfilled life.

David encourages self-care and recognises the strength it takes to address anxiety, stress, depression and overwhelming life changes. In sessions he listens patiently, helps identify the roots of problems and collaborates with clients to try new ways of thinking and acting. Clients say he is warm, friendly and helpful, and he works confidently with people seeking relief from anxiety, low mood and self-sabotaging behaviours.

If his approach feels like a fit, prospective clients are invited to make contact to discuss how counselling might help them move forward.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client as the expert in their own experience. Through empathetic listening and an accepting stance, this approach helps people explore feelings, strengthen self-understanding and build confidence to make changes in relationships, self-esteem and life roles.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) works by identifying patterns of thought and behaviour that contribute to emotional distress and then developing practical strategies to change those patterns. It is often used to address anxiety, low mood and unhelpful coping habits by teaching skills for reframing thoughts and trying new responses.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process and will be a collaborative effort. David will work with each person to consider their needs, goals and preferences and to adapt methods that feel most helpful for them.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging offers flexibility for people with busy schedules, mobility limits or geographical constraints. These options make it easier to maintain regular sessions, access support from home and fit therapy into daily life, while working with licensed professionals and therapists who can tailor the pace and format to individual circumstances.