- Person-centred approach
- EMDR for trauma
- Practical coping help
About David
David Goodman is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with five years' experience. He offers person-centred counselling and EMDR, and aims to create a calm, respectful space where people can talk through their concerns. He works with common problems such as anxiety, stress, low mood and relationship difficulties. He also supports people facing grief, parenting strain, problems with sleep, and struggles linked to codependency.
David explains EMDR as a way to help process traumatic events and emotional patterns when talking alone does not feel enough. His core practice follows a person-centred approach, which means he treats each person as the expert on their life. He does not tell people what to do but listens and reflects so clients can find their own direction.
Sessions focus on what matters now in someone’s life. Practical coping techniques are offered alongside space to reflect on feelings and past events. He pays attention to how difficulties affect day-to-day routines like sleep, work and relationships, and helps people break down issues into manageable steps.
People come for a range of concerns including addiction, anger, career stress, feelings of emptiness, and help with communication problems. He can also support those coping with separation, abandonment wounds, or guilt and shame. The aim is steady progress rather than quick fixes.
If someone is unsure where to start, David encourages an initial conversation to clarify goals and preferences. He works collaboratively to set goals and to review progress as therapy continues.
How his approaches work in online therapy
Client-Centred Therapy is built around listening and empathy. The counsellor follows the client's lead, reflects what they say, and helps them clarify goals and choices. This approach suits people who want time to talk things through and to develop self-understanding.Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is used to help process traumatic memories and stuck emotional patterns. It can be helpful for people who find talking alone does not shift certain painful memories or reactions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The counsellor will talk with each client about their needs, goals and preferences and agree a plan that feels right. Decisions about methods and pacing are made collaboratively and reviewed as therapy continues.
Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, for example by reducing travel time or allowing a session during a lunch break. They can also allow a shorter check-in when that suits the day's schedule. Please confirm the available session formats before booking so you know what to expect.
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Experience
5+ years
Credentials
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Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does David support?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and trauma. Additional focuses include codependency, grief, sleep problems and career stress.
How would he describe his therapy style?
He works in a person-centred way, listening without direction and helping clients find their own solutions. Practical coping strategies are offered alongside reflective conversation.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He has five years' experience working as a counsellor in the United Kingdom. That time includes offering EMDR alongside person-centred counselling.
What credentials and region are listed?
He is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Is language a barrier for international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts clients from outside the United Kingdom.
Which session formats are available?
If you are considering sessions, please confirm the current session options before booking as formats are not specified in this profile.
How are session fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Exact fees should be confirmed directly during the booking process.
What is the first step to begin therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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