- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
About James
James Costigan is a counsellor registered with the BACP and has nine years of experience. He works with adult men on issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, addiction and relationship concerns. He also helps with career pressure, performance expectations and questions about identity and intimacy.
He prefers a direct, practical style. Sessions focus on building self-awareness and making sense of emotions. Conversations often include looking at what keeps someone stuck and testing straightforward changes that feel doable in daily life.
James uses Client-Centred Therapy to keep the conversation focused on the person's priorities. He also draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to identify patterns of thinking and behaviour that increase distress. Mindfulness practices are offered when slowing down and noticing experience can help reduce reactivity.
People commonly raise issues around addiction, including drug and alcohol use and problematic sexual behaviours, as well as struggles with intimacy, attachment and abandonment. He also supports those facing body image, codependency and caregiver stress concerns.
Sessions aim to move at a pace that feels manageable. James brings experience of corporate settings to conversations about work and career stress. He works collaboratively, helping people try out new approaches between sessions and review what helps.
Clients should confirm current session options and scheduling before booking. International clients who speak English are accepted, and practical arrangements such as costs depend on a person's location and subscription details.
How his approaches are used in online work
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person’s priorities and helps conversations stay on what matters most to them. It tends to involve reflective listening and responses that help someone clarify their goals and values.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy looks at patterns of thinking and behaviour that contribute to distress. It breaks problems into manageable parts and often involves trying small experiments between sessions to test different ways of responding.
Mindfulness Therapy involves simple practices to increase awareness of thoughts and bodily experience. It can help reduce reactivity and build steadier attention when stress or anxiety is high.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about their needs, goals and preferences and agree a plan together. This is a collaborative process and can be adjusted as progress is reviewed.
Session arrangements should be confirmed before booking because the biography does not list specific formats. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around study, shifts or travel, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make it simpler to include practical, between-session tasks that fit daily routines.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with depression, anxiety, stress, addictions and relationship concerns, plus issues like career pressure, self-esteem and intimacy-related problems.
What is his therapy style like?
The style is straightforward and practical, focusing on self-awareness, understanding emotions and testing small changes that fit day-to-day life.
How much experience does he have?
He has nine years of experience working with adults on a range of emotional and behavioural concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
He accepts international clients who speak English; check session options and timing before booking.
Which session formats does he offer?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current options before booking a session.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and 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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