- Stress and anxiety
- Gender identity
- Autism support
About Danny
Danny Ashen is a BACP-registered counsellor in the United Kingdom with four years of professional experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, LGBT concerns, relationship problems, low self-esteem and coping with life changes. Danny also lists gender identity and autism among his focus areas and supports people dealing with related challenges.
He uses straightforward, practical conversation to help clients make sense of what's happening. Sessions tend to focus on identifying unhelpful patterns, building simple coping skills and setting small, achievable steps. Danny aims to create a non-judgemental space where clients can talk openly about their feelings and choices.
People who come to him often want help navigating the early adult pressures of leaving home, starting work or study, and figuring out identity and relationships. He works with questions about self-worth, social isolation, and the impact of prejudice and discrimination on day-to-day life.
Danny has experience addressing trauma-related issues such as sexual assault, domestic violence and self-harm, and he supports those affected by eating and body-image problems. He also helps clients cope with separation, guilt, forgiveness and feelings of emptiness.
Sessions are practical and collaborative. He will listen, reflect, and offer tools you can use between meetings. If you are thinking about counselling, Danny encourages completing the short matching questionnaire and booking a first session to see if his approach fits your needs.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Many therapists use evidence-based techniques to help with anxiety and life transitions. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing them against real situations; this helps people reduce worry and make clearer decisions. Another widely used technique concentrates on practical coping skills such as grounding, pacing and activity planning; these tools can help when stress, low mood or emptiness make daily life harder.Finding the right approach is usually collaborative. Danny will discuss what seems most relevant, try methods that fit your goals, and adjust the plan as you learn what helps. The emphasis is on working together to choose strategies you can use outside sessions as well.
The profile does not list specific session formats, so please confirm which online options are offered before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let you choose quieter surroundings or avoid being on camera if that makes it simpler to engage. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists commonly adapt pacing and homework to suit online work, and Danny can help decide practical arrangements that suit your routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, LGBT issues, relationships, self-esteem and coping with life changes. Additional areas include attachment, body image, eating issues and experiences of abuse.
How would he describe his therapy style?
Sessions are straightforward and focused on talk, practical steps and skill-building. The style aims to identify patterns and introduce tools people can try between meetings.
How much professional experience does he have?
Danny has four years of professional work experience in counselling and mental health support within the United Kingdom.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can international clients book?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
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