Counsellor profile
James Gresham , NCPS
Counsellor - stress and anxiety
See online counselling options- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Low self esteem
About James
Counsellor James Gresham is registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and has eight years of practice in the United Kingdom. He helps people with stress, anxiety, grief and loss, low self-esteem, motivation issues and depression. James also supports people dealing with relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, addiction, sleep problems, anger and career pressures.
James keeps sessions straightforward. He listens first and helps people name what is most pressing. Conversations focus on what is happening now and on practical steps that feel manageable between sessions. He aims to make it easier to spot patterns and try different ways of coping.
In the room he uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques. That means drawing on approaches shown to help with mood, worry and behaviour. He adapts how he works to the person rather than following one fixed method.
People often come with a mix of issues. James will break big problems into small, testable steps. He uses everyday language and short-term goals alongside deeper reflection when needed. Sessions are paced to suit the person he is working with.
James works in English and accepts international clients. If someone wants to start, he asks them to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
Evidence-based approaches and how online counselling works
James uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear, practical work. One common approach involves identifying and testing unhelpful thoughts and beliefs, helping people reduce worry and low mood by trying different ways of thinking and acting. Another approach looks at behaviours and routines - small changes to daily habits and coping actions that can ease stress, sleep problems and motivation issues.Finding the right approach is part of the work. James discusses options with each person and agrees a plan based on their needs and goals. He treats this as a joint process, checking in and adjusting the methods if something is not helping.
Confirm the specific session formats before booking, as the biography does not list them. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and make shorter check-ins possible when that suits. It can also allow people in different time zones to work together. Discuss practical arrangements and scheduling during the matching and booking steps so sessions fit into everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Also works with
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and depression, plus relationship and family issues, trauma, addictions and work stress.
What is his approach in sessions?
He listens first, then works on practical steps and clearer thinking. He uses evidence-based techniques and adapts them to each person.
How long has he worked as a counsellor?
He has eight years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom.
Which professional body is he registered with?
He is registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS).
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He accepts international clients; check time zones when booking a session.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and 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.