Denise Clarkson-James, BACP
Denise Clarkson-James is a counsellor with seven years of professional experience in the United Kingdom.
About Denise
Denise Clarkson-James is a counsellor with seven years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. She supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions and issues related to trauma and abuse.
Denise also helps those coping with relationship and family tensions and struggles around self-esteem and grief. Her approach focuses on creating a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk through difficult thoughts and feelings.
Background and approach
She encourages straightforward conversation and practical steps that fit each person’s life. Sessions are built around what matters most to the client rather than a one-size-fits-all plan. Denise draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address distress and unhelpful patterns.
She pays attention to attachment matters, blended family dynamics and communication problems when these are relevant. She also offers support for issues such as panic attacks, social anxiety and sexual identity concerns. Clients can use a range of session formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time and fees vary by location and therapist availability. To begin, prospective clients use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability. Denise aims to work collaboratively to set clear goals and practical next steps.
Details from the counsellor's public professional profile · registration number listed
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| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 382149 | April 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Cost Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
Everything Denise lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Grief
- Eating disorders
- Self esteem
- Attachment issues
- Blended family issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Therapeutic approaches and online counselling options
Denise uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage symptoms and change unhelpful patterns. One common approach focuses on identifying and changing thought patterns that fuel anxiety or low mood, helping people notice triggers and try different ways of responding. Another approach attends to attachment and relationship patterns, looking at how past relationships shape current difficulties with trust, communication and closeness.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Denise works collaboratively to choose methods that match each person’s goals and day-to-day life. She will discuss options, try things out, and adapt the plan as progress is made and needs change.
Online therapy is offered through several formats to fit different routines. Video calls are useful for face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or when a quieter, voice-only check-in is preferable. Live chat and text-based messaging suit people who want shorter, more frequent check-ins or who prefer writing over speaking. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, childcare and other commitments, while keeping the focus on practical changes and emotional relief.
Frequently asked
What kinds of concerns does Denise help with?
She supports people working through stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family tensions, addictions, grief and self-esteem difficulties.
What is her therapeutic style like?
The style is straightforward and conversational. Denise creates a calm, non-judgemental space and focuses on practical steps that match the client’s needs.
How much experience does she have?
Denise has seven years of professional counselling experience in the United Kingdom.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
How are online sessions delivered?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and billing handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist’s availability.