- Stress and anxiety
- CBT and person-centred
- Relationship focus
About Dennis
Dennis Gurr is a BACP counsellor working in private practice in the United Kingdom with six years of experience. He focuses on common pressures many young adults face, including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, addiction, ADHD and coping with life changes. He also helps with concerns such as self-esteem, anger, compassion fatigue and family-related problems.
Dennis uses plain, direct conversation to help people clarify what matters to them. He draws on client-centred methods that keep the person’s perspective at the centre. He also uses cognitive behavioural techniques to identify unhelpful thinking and practical steps to change patterns.
In sessions he may combine existential thinking about life direction with motivational interviewing to build readiness for change. He describes a pragmatic approach that can include psychodynamic ideas and creative techniques when helpful. The focus is on what the client wants to work on and practical ways forward.
Clients can expect honest, non-judgemental discussion and a straightforward view of problems. Dennis has worked in a range of human relations and systems roles, which informs how he notices patterns in relationships and behaviour. He applies coaching skills alongside counselling when a short-term plan or clearer goals are useful.
For those leaving education, starting work, or adjusting to big life changes, he offers a calm, practical stance. People looking for help with attachment, abandonment, adoption and foster care issues, or separation and divorce can raise those topics in sessions. Dennis conducts work in English and accepts international clients.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Client-centred therapy focuses on the client’s experience and priorities. It involves listening closely and reflecting what the person says so they can find their own way forward; it is useful for clarity around identity, relationships and life direction.Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It helps people spot unhelpful thinking patterns and try small experiments to change behaviour, which can be useful for anxiety, low mood and stress.
The therapist treats finding the right approach as a collaborative process. He will discuss options, try techniques in session, and adjust the plan based on what the client finds helpful. Choosing an approach is a practical conversation rather than a fixed decision.
Confirm the exact online session options before booking because specific formats are not listed in the original profile. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around study, shifts, or busy schedules. It can also allow shorter check-ins, reduce travel time, and make it simpler to keep therapy going when life gets hectic.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he work with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief and relationship or intimacy difficulties. He also addresses ADHD, self-esteem, anger and coping with life changes.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He works in a straightforward, client-centred way and uses practical techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy and motivational interviewing. Sessions combine conversation with goal-focused steps.
How much experience does he have?
He has six years of experience working in human relations and systems roles and in private practice.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and works from the United Kingdom.
Can people from other countries work with him?
Yes. Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats does he offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the original profile does not specify specific formats.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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