Dennis Gurr, BACP

Dennis Gurr is a counsellor and psychotherapist working in private practice. He helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addiction and trauma. He also supports those facing relationship and intimacy issues, caregiver strain and worries related to ageing and geriatric issues.

Dennis prefers a straightforward, down-to-earth style. He pays attention to what each person brings and aims to make sessions feel calm and practical. He works from the core conditions of empathy, honesty, positive non-regard and a non-judgemental stance.

His approach mixes client-centred listening with problem-focused methods when needed. Cognitive behavioural tools are used to help shift unhelpful thinking and behaviour. Motivational interviewing supports people who want to make lasting changes, such as with addictions or lifestyle shifts.

Dennis also draws on existential ideas to help people find meaning during life transitions. He uses psychodynamic and creative counselling techniques where exploring past patterns is useful. Sessions can include coaching skills for practical goal-setting and coping strategies.

He holds BACP and has six years of experience in human relations and systems work across different roles and settings. Sessions are offered in English and he works with people from the United Kingdom and internationally. If someone wants to start, they are asked to use the Start Therapy flow and complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling.

Approaches often used in online work and how they help

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person's experience. It helps people feel heard and supported while they make changes at their own pace.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a practical, goal-focused approach. It looks at unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and teaches skills to manage anxiety, low mood and compulsive habits.

Existential Therapy invites people to consider meaning, choice and responsibility during major life shifts. It can be useful when facing loss, ageing, or big decisions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Dennis will discuss options and adapt methods to the person's needs, goals and preferences. This collaborative process helps shape each session and longer-term plan.

The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions more easily around work and family commitments and reducing travel time. Some people prefer shorter check-ins or audio-only conversations when they need lower bandwidth or a quicker catch-up. The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking to ensure they suit your routine.