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James Henderson, BACP

James Henderson is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression and major life changes.

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About James

James Henderson is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression and major life changes. He works with straightforward care and a calm, respectful tone. He aims to tailor conversations and a plan to each person’s needs and pace.

He offers support whether someone wants short-term help or a longer, open-ended process. He holds BACP, which indicates professional registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Background and approach

Over five years he has worked with people dealing with loss, post-traumatic stress and isolation, as well as issues such as guilt, shame and obsessive thoughts. His practice pays attention to how past experiences and relationships affect present distress. In sessions he uses a psychodynamic approach.

That means he helps people notice patterns, feelings and memories that can shape current behaviour. The focus is on understanding underlying causes so people can make more informed choices and feel less stuck. James aims to create a kind, patient space where people can talk honestly.

He adapts the length and focus of work to what each person needs. The aim is practical progress in daily life, guided by clearer self-understanding. He offers sessions to people in the United Kingdom and accepts international clients.

Conversations are carried out in English and can take place online by video, phone, live chat or text messaging.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	397268	December 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

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Ways of working James names

Psychodynamic Therapy

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How psychodynamic ideas translate to online therapy

Psychodynamic work focuses on how past relationships and experiences shape current feelings and reactions. In plain terms this means looking for repeating patterns, strong emotions and hidden connections between events and how someone behaves today. It can be helpful for anxiety, grief, post-traumatic stress and long-standing worries about identity and self-worth.

James uses psychodynamic thinking to help people notice automatic responses and repeated themes. Together they explore what those patterns mean and try out different ways of understanding and responding. Deciding which approach to use is a shared process - the therapist will help you pick methods that match your needs, goals and preferences as sessions progress.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text messaging offers practical flexibility. Video is useful for a close conversational feel, phone calls work well when bandwidth is limited, live chat suits shorter check-ins and text messaging lets you reflect between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, travel or family life while keeping continuity of care with registered or accredited professionals.

Frequently asked

What problems does James support?

He helps people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and depression, and cope with life changes.

What is his therapeutic style?

He uses a psychodynamic approach that focuses on patterns and past experiences to increase understanding and choice in daily life.

How much experience does he have?

He has five years of professional work experience supporting people with a range of emotional and mental health concerns.

Where is he based and what credential does he hold?

He practises in the United Kingdom and holds BACP, the registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats does he use?

Work can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging.

How does payment and cost work?

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

How do I begin therapy with him?

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