David Baker, BACP

David Baker is a counsellor with twelve years' experience supporting people through a wide range of emotional and relational difficulties. He is a Registered Member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP). He offers straight-talking, person-centred help for issues like anxiety, depression, addiction, grief and relationship stress.

He trained in person-centred therapy at Warwick University and has additional training in transactional analysis and existential approaches. He describes his practice as pluralistic, which means he adapts methods to fit each person's needs rather than using one fixed model.

Sessions focus on what matters most to the individual. He listens without judgement and helps people make sense of difficult feelings. Practical conversation, reflection and gradual goal-setting are part of how he works.

His background includes work in private practice in London, the voluntary sector, a large UK mental health charity and a leading bereavement counselling service. That mix has given him experience with both short-term and longer-term work.

David also notes additional interests such as coping with life changes, ageing and geriatric issues, attachment concerns and sexual wellbeing topics including kink and alternative culture. He welcomes people who want help with practical coping, clearer communication or making changes in their relationships and daily life.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in close relationships and helps people understand how past connections affect current feelings and behaviours. It can be useful for relationship strain, attachment worries and recurring trust issues.

Client-Centred Therapy centres the person’s own experience and pace. The counsellor listens, reflects and follows what the person brings to the session, which supports building self-understanding and emotional steadiness.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at thought and behaviour patterns and introduces practical exercises to reduce distress. It can help with anxiety, low mood, sleep problems and repeated unhelpful reactions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and together they will choose methods that fit. This is a collaborative process and can change as needs evolve.

Many people find online or telephone sessions make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving or mobility limits. Online contact can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and make scheduling across time zones simpler. Confirm the exact session formats available with the service before booking so arrangements match your situation.