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James Leverington, BACP

James Leverington is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who focuses on trauma, stress and anxiety.

About James

James Leverington is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who focuses on trauma, stress and anxiety. He works with people facing grief, low self-esteem, motivation problems and depression. He aims to make it easier to talk about difficult experiences and to take steps towards feeling better.

He uses an open, non-judgemental style to help people share thoughts and emotions safely. Sessions are practical and down-to-earth, with small steps agreed together to build confidence and coping skills.

Background and approach

Over four years he has helped people navigate losses, upsetting past events and ongoing stressors. James pays close attention to how past experiences affect current feelings and relationships. He supports people facing addiction struggles, intimacy and relationship concerns, parenting pressures and life transitions.

He also works with issues such as attachment difficulties, dissociation and identity questions including LGBT matters. When someone is dealing with intense emotions, James offers steady, simple tools to manage them. He talks through ways to reduce anxiety, improve communication and set realistic goals.

The focus is on what a person needs right now, and practical steps they can take between sessions. People who want varying session formats can choose video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. James is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and he will work with you to plan a pathway that fits your needs and pace.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	392542	March 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.

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 James lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Self esteem
Depression
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Coping with life changes
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Therapeutic approaches and online therapy options

James uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on understanding how past events shape present reactions. One approach looks at the links between past trauma and current feelings, helping people identify patterns and learn new ways to respond. This work can be useful for those coping with abuse, dissociation or attachment difficulties.

Another approach centres on anxiety and stress management through practical skills. Sessions teach breathing, grounding and paced activity planning to reduce overwhelm and improve daily functioning. These tools are helpful for anxiety, panic, anger and coping with life changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the process and is done together. The therapist will discuss needs, goals and preferences in early sessions and adapt methods as work progresses. This collaborative planning helps match techniques to what feels most useful for each person.

Online therapy is offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different lifestyles. Video allows face-to-face conversation, phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited, live chat is useful for short check-ins, and messaging supports ongoing reflection between sessions. These options give flexibility to fit work, family and daily routines.

Frequently asked

What concerns does James help with?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, depression and addictions. He also supports issues such as relationship strain, parenting pressures and intimacy-related concerns.

How would you describe his therapy style?

His approach is open and non-judgemental, focusing on practical steps and emotional safety. Sessions aim to be straightforward and collaborative so people can talk honestly and set achievable goals.

What experience does he bring?

He has four years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including trauma, anxiety and grief. That time has informed a practical, steady way of helping people manage difficult feelings.

What credentials and location apply?

He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international options are available?

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

What session formats are offered?

Therapy is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. These options let people choose what fits their schedule and comfort.

How does payment and cost work?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability and are managed through a subscription model. The subscription can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. You can then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.