David Brookes, BACP

David Brookes is a BACP-credentialed counsellor based in the United Kingdom with three years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and depression. He aims to create an environment where clients can explore difficult thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment, using a calm, empathetic approach that encourages openness and honest conversation.

He works collaboratively with each person to understand their priorities and to build practical ways of coping with life’s pressures. Whether someone is facing ongoing stress, processing past trauma, or managing low mood, he focuses on listening carefully and tailoring sessions to individual needs. His practice emphasizes respect for each client’s pace and preferences, helping people to feel seen and heard as they work toward clearer thinking and greater resilience.

For more information about his practice, including services and availability, see www.realspacecounselling.co.uk. David recognizes that taking the first step toward therapy can require courage and commends anyone who reaches out to begin that process.

Therapeutic approaches in online practice

David Brookes draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to guide his online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then focus on actions that align with their values - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and coping with change. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a nonjudgmental, empathetic relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and supports the client’s own capacity for growth - this approach is often helpful for low mood, self-esteem concerns, and processing emotional difficulties.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and David works collaboratively with each person to identify what best fits their needs, goals, and preferences. He discusses options openly and adjusts methods as the work progresses, aiming to establish a supportive partnership that reflects the client’s priorities.

Online sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and for clients living outside his immediate area. These options make it easier to access regular support, attend sessions during work or family commitments, and continue therapy when life circumstances change.