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- Person-centred counselling
- Grief and trauma
- Self-esteem work
About James
James Yates is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with three years' experience working with people facing stress, anxiety, depression and relationship concerns. He uses person-centred counselling and evidence-based therapeutic techniques to support clients with issues such as trauma, self-esteem, grief and intimacy-related difficulties.
James works in clear, straightforward language. He helps people name what is troubling them and looks at how social expectations and past experiences shape current feelings. Sessions focus on listening, reflection and helping people find their own next steps rather than giving prescriptive answers.
He regularly supports people dealing with anger, career uncertainty, coping with life changes and ADHD-related struggles. James also helps those coping with attachment and abandonment issues, body image concerns, codependency and communication difficulties. Practical conversations aim to identify patterns and small changes that can make daily life steadier.
People who are processing bereavement, divorce or domestic violence find a steady process to talk things through and consider what comes next. James has worked with issues connected to dissociation, commitment fears and fatherhood matters, and he addresses guilt and shame in straightforward terms.
Sessions are conducted in English. International clients are accepted. Before booking, readers should confirm current session options and scheduling details via the sign-up process described on the site.
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How therapeutic approaches are used in remote sessions
Person-centred counselling focuses on listening and reflection. The therapist offers a non-directive presence, helping people articulate their feelings and decide on next steps. This approach suits issues like self-esteem, relationship concerns and processing grief.Evidence-based therapeutic techniques involve practical tools drawn from research to address emotional patterns. These tools can include structured ways to manage anxiety, strategies to cope with anger, and exercises to notice unhelpful thinking. They are useful for work on stress, depression, trauma-related symptoms and attention difficulties.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods that fit the person's needs, and adjust the approach as sessions progress. This is a collaborative process that aims to find what is most useful for the individual's situation.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week and to keep therapy consistent when life is hectic. It can also allow shorter check-ins or meetings that do not require being on camera, which some people find more practical. Registered or accredited professionals can use remote sessions to maintain continuity of care while adapting approaches to each person's daily routine.
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Areas of expertise
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship concerns, plus trauma, grief and intimacy-related issues.
Which therapeutic style does he use?
He practises person-centred counselling alongside evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people reflect and make practical changes.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years' experience offering counselling and related therapeutic support.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and works in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
International clients are accepted and sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are offered?
The biography does not specify session formats; prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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