- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Attachment and communication
About David
David Dunlevy is a counsellor registered with the BACP and has four years' experience working in the United Kingdom. He focuses on common pressures people face in early adulthood and beyond, including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, and addiction. He also lists work around parenting concerns, anger, self-esteem and coping with life changes.
David uses a blend of practical talking approaches rather than medical labels. Sessions aim to help people untangle unhelpful patterns, respond differently to painful thoughts, and rebuild connections with others. He names Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy and Client-Centred Therapy among the methods he draws on.
In conversation he encourages clear thinking about values and choices. He will help people notice repeated habits that cause distress and try out small changes. Work on relationships often focuses on communication and attachment issues that keep arguments repeating.
David also supports people dealing with grief, trauma and the longer term effects of abuse. He can help with feelings of isolation, issues around forgiveness, and with managing compassion fatigue for those worn down by caring roles.
People in their late teens and twenties often contact him about stepping into adult life, leaving home, study and early careers, and feeling behind peers. He is available in English and does not accept international clients. To start, follow the service matching steps to schedule an initial session.
How David’s approaches are used in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people clarify their values and take committed steps towards them while learning to live with difficult thoughts and feelings. It is useful for anxiety, stress and feeling stuck. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour and uses practical experiments to change unhelpful patterns; it is commonly used for anxiety and low mood.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will discuss strengths and preferences and help choose methods that fit a person’s goals. That decision is collaborative and can change as sessions progress.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into study or shift work, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also lets people choose quieter surroundings or opt out of video when that helps concentration, depending on the formats agreed with the counsellor.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy difficulties, grief, addiction and related issues such as anger and self-esteem.
What is his general therapeutic style?
He uses practical talking approaches that include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centred methods to help people notice patterns and try different responses.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has four years of professional experience working as a counsellor in the United Kingdom.
What qualification does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and works from the United Kingdom.
Can he work with people who do not live in the UK?
Sessions are offered in English and he does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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