David Dunlevy, BACP

David Dunlevy is a qualified online counsellor who combines practical therapeutic tools with compassionate support to help people navigate difficult life challenges. With four years of professional experience, he offers tailored sessions for those facing depression, anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties and the complex emotions that follow loss. He also has specialist training in grief and bereavement, including baby and pregnancy loss such as miscarriage and stillbirth, accredited by SANDS (Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Charity).

David aims to create a non-judgmental and supportive space where clients can explore their concerns at a comfortable pace. He draws on evidence-based approaches to help clients gain clarity, develop coping strategies and build emotional resilience. Whether the focus is on improving communication in relationships, working through bereavement, or addressing mood and stress-related concerns, his work is tailored to each person’s circumstances and goals.

Sessions are offered online to make therapy accessible from different locations across the United Kingdom. David holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and uses that training to inform a reflective, client-focused practice that supports personal growth and healing.

Approaches and advantages of online therapeutic work

David commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in his online practice. ACT focuses on helping people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that align with their values - it is often helpful for anxiety, stress and life transitions. CBT is a practical, skills-based approach that examines how thoughts, emotions and behaviours interact and teaches strategies to change patterns that contribute to depression, anxiety and low mood.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. He works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods best match their needs, goals and preferences, and adapts techniques as therapy progresses so the plan remains client-led.

Offering sessions by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging provides flexibility for people with different schedules and access needs. These options allow licensed professionals and therapists to deliver consistent support without requiring travel, making it easier to keep regular sessions and maintain momentum in therapy.