Counsellor profile
David Slingsby, BACP
Counsellor - stress and relationship concerns
See online counselling options- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Depression support
About David
Counsellor David Slingsby is a BACP member practising in the United Kingdom with three years of professional experience. He works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, self‑esteem and depression. Sessions focus on practical conversation and clear aims rather than jargon.
David listens for the problems that show up most in someone’s day. He helps people talk through relationship difficulties, panic or ongoing low mood. He also supports those dealing with anger about past abuse, and people coping with illness, chronic pain or caregiver strain.
In the room he uses evidence‑based therapeutic techniques to structure sessions and set goals. That might involve discussing patterns of thought and behaviour, noticing how relationships shape feelings, and trying out small changes between meetings. He emphasises simple, step‑by‑step work rather than lengthy theory.
David has worked with people who face abandonment or attachment concerns, avoidant or dependent personality traits, and those finishing relationships such as separation or divorce. He also works with issues like body image, codependency, commitment worries and family of origin problems.
People can expect a straightforward discussion about what they want to change and practical options to try. Sessions also cover coping for difficult events such as natural or human‑caused disasters. The approach is flexible and driven by the client’s priorities.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online counselling
David works with evidence‑based therapeutic techniques to structure sessions and clarify goals. One common approach is cognitive work that looks at thoughts and how they affect feelings and behaviour; this helps with anxiety, low mood and unhelpful reaction patterns. Another useful strand is relational focus which examines how past and current relationships influence day‑to‑day feelings and communication, which can help with commitment worries, codependency and family of origin issues. Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work with him. He will discuss what feels useful and adapt the method as the client’s needs, goals and preferences become clearer. That shared decision making helps keep sessions practical and relevant. Confirm the available session formats before booking if you need a specific option. Online counselling can make it easier to fit meetings around work or caring duties, reduce travel time and allow shorter check‑in sessions when a full appointment is not possible. It also lets people join from a quieter place when that makes it easier to concentrate. Registered or accredited professionals can offer these ways of working, and David will explain the practical arrangements when you set up your first meeting.Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with most often?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self‑esteem and depression, plus many related issues such as abandonment, body image and caregiver stress.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses evidence‑based therapeutic techniques and straightforward conversation. Sessions focus on identifying patterns, setting goals and trying practical changes between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of professional experience working with adults in the United Kingdom.
Which professional body is he a member of?
He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he take international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started?
Use the See online counselling options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
Online counselling is not emergency care. In an emergency call 999, or see the help numbers.