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David Atlay, BACP

David Atlay is a counsellor with ten years' experience based in the United Kingdom.

Stress, Anxiety
Self esteem
Career difficulties
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About David

David Atlay is a counsellor with ten years' experience based in the United Kingdom. He holds a PGDip in Counselling and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He focuses on helping people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, relationship worries, addictions and trauma-related concerns.

David aims to create a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk and be heard. He listens patiently and responds with empathy.

Background and approach

Sessions are practical and focused on what the person wants to change. He uses client-centred ways of working to help people feel understood and respected. That approach lets the person set the pace while the counsellor follows their lead and supports their goals.

He also uses cognitive behavioural techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and build different habits. Typical work includes talking through feelings, looking at patterns that keep problems going, and trying out new ways of coping. David often helps people plan steps to reduce anxiety, manage stress, or handle difficult life changes.

He also offers coaching-style support when clients want clearer career direction or practical problem solving. Sessions can suit someone who wants a steady, encouraging presence and practical tools to try between meetings. David aims to help people regain energy, reduce overwhelming emotions, and take clearer steps forward.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	399344	April 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

Everything David lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Eating disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Immigration issues
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Multicultural concerns
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Ways of working David names

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How his approaches work online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person’s experience. The therapist follows the person’s lead, reflects what they say and helps them find their own solutions; this helps with low self-esteem, relationship worries and life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours link together. It uses practical exercises and short experiments to test unhelpful thoughts and try new ways of reacting, which can reduce anxiety and improve mood.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will discuss goals and preferences and then agree together which methods to try. That collaborative process means the plan can change as the person learns what helps most.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation and shared material. Phone calls are useful when bandwidth is limited or for a quicker check-in. Live chat and text messaging can fit around busy days and let someone write their thoughts rather than speak them. These options make it easier to keep continuity and fit counselling into daily life.

Frequently asked

What issues does he help with?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship and career concerns, grief, addictions, eating and trauma-related issues.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He works in a warm, non-judgemental way and listens carefully. Sessions combine client-centred listening with practical techniques to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours.

How much experience does he have?

He has ten years of experience working as a counsellor with a range of mental health and life issues.

What credentials and location are listed?

He holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are offered and are international clients accepted?

Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be taken as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging depending on the person's preference.

How is cost handled?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

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