About James
James Young is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who uses a client-focused style to help people manage stress, anxiety and related concerns. He works in a straightforward way that aims to make conversations feel safe and practical. James holds BACP accreditation, which reflects recognised professional membership in the UK.
James uses a mix of approaches to match what each person needs. He often draws on Client-Centred Therapy to build trust and on Solution-Focused Therapy to set clear, achievable goals.
Background and approach
Somatic Therapy is also part of his work when physical reactions to stress or trauma are present. He has four years of experience working in the counselling field. That time has included supporting people through depression, grief, parenting strain, relationship and intimacy issues, anger, low self-esteem and career changes.
He also works with concerns such as panic attacks, ADHD, compassion fatigue and addiction-related problems. Sessions are aimed at practical change and understanding. James helps people notice patterns, try small steps and adjust plans when needed.
He will listen closely and help shape techniques that fit everyday life and routines. People who choose him can expect collaboration about goals and methods. James explains approaches in simple language and checks in on progress.
He also accepts international clients and offers sessions in English.
How James uses different approaches online
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding from the client's point of view. It helps people feel heard and decide what change matters most to them. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on small, practical steps and clear goals to move problems like anxiety or stress into more manageable parts. Somatic Therapy pays attention to how the body reacts to stress or trauma and uses simple body-based techniques to reduce physical tension and overwhelm.Finding the right approach is part of the work. James will talk with each person about their needs, goals and preferences. Together they will decide which methods to try first and adjust the plan as progress is made. This keeps the process collaborative and tailored to what actually helps.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video calls allow visual connection for deeper conversation, phone sessions can be easier when less bandwidth is available, live chat suits quick check-ins, and messaging supports short updates or ongoing contact between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family life and other commitments.
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What this therapist works with
Most often
Also listed
- Abandonment
- ADHD
- Anger management
- Attachment issues
- Career difficulties
- Communication problems
- Compassion fatigue
- Control issues
- Coping with life changes
- Dissociation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family conflicts
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Grief
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Intimacy-related issues
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Parenting issues
- Post-traumatic stress
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Trauma and abuse
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
- Experience
- 4 years
- Licensed
- Languages
- English
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