About James
James Henderson is a BACP-registered counsellor who supports people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression and major life changes. He speaks plainly and offers a steady, compassionate presence for those taking early steps towards change. He encourages people who feel stuck to talk through what matters most to them and to find clearer ways forward.
He describes his approach as psychodynamic, which means he helps people look at past experiences and relationships that shape current feelings and patterns.
Background and approach
Conversations aim to increase awareness of recurring reactions so people can make different choices in daily life. Sessions can be short term or longer term depending on what the person needs. James has five years of professional practice and works with adults on a range of concerns from social anxiety and obsessive thoughts to grief and coping with ageing.
He adapts the pace and focus to each person, and tailors sessions to the issues brought each week. The emphasis is on listening, reflecting, and helping people understand the roots of their distress. Practical arrangements are discussed up front so sessions fit into someone’s life.
He uses straightforward language and avoids jargon so people can follow the work easily. The aim is steady progress - small shifts that add up to clearer thinking and more choice. People start by noting what they hope to change.
From there James helps them map a way forward, balancing exploration of the past with tools for everyday coping.
How psychodynamic work fits into online therapy
The psychodynamic approach looks at how past relationships and early experiences influence current feelings and behaviour. It helps people spot repeating patterns and underlying causes of anxiety, depression or difficulty managing grief.James uses that approach alongside practical conversation about daily coping. He works collaboratively to decide whether deeper exploration or shorter focused work is the right next step. Together the person and counsellor review goals and adjust the approach as progress is made.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when a visual connection helps the work. Phone sessions can be useful when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and messaging suit shorter check-ins, reflective notes between sessions, or people who find writing easier than speaking.
These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, to continue work while travelling, or to choose the pace and style that feel most comfortable. The counsellor helps match the format to the goals and practical needs of each person.
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- Experience
- 5 years
- Licensed
- Languages
- English
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