James Henderson, BACP

James Henderson is a UK-licensed, clinically trained psychotherapist and counsellor with five years of professional experience supporting people through periods of stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and depression. He works with both short-term and longer-term clients, offering open-ended therapy when needed and tailoring sessions to each person's circumstances and goals.

He practices from a psychodynamic perspective, helping people explore the life experiences and relationships that have shaped their patterns of thought and feeling. This approach is aimed at increasing awareness of underlying causes of distress so clients can make more informed choices and change habitual responses. James believes in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and he adapts dialogue and treatment plans to meet each person’s unique needs.

As a professionally registered practitioner holding BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - he combines a supportive therapeutic space with structured clinical training. He seeks to empower people to take the courageous first steps toward a more fulfilling life and supports them through the process of change and self-understanding.

Psychodynamic insight and flexible online care

Psychodynamic therapy explores how past experiences and important relationships shape current feelings, reactions, and recurring patterns. It helps people gain insight into the roots of anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, and reactions to trauma so they can respond differently in daily life.

Alongside psychodynamic work, James offers both time-limited and open-ended formats tailored to the client's needs. Time-limited work focuses on specific goals and immediate concerns, while open-ended therapy allows for deeper exploration over a longer period - the choice is made collaboratively based on what the client wants to achieve.

Online therapy with James is offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit sessions around work, family, or mobility needs. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from different locations and to continue ongoing work when life circumstances change, while keeping the focus on meaningful therapeutic progress.