Dennis Gurr , BACP

Dennis Gurr is an independent counsellor and psychotherapist working in private practice. He draws on experience from a range of roles and settings within human relations and systems, bringing a pragmatic and person-focused sensibility to therapeutic work.

He integrates a variety of clinical approaches to meet different needs, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, Solution Focused techniques, Existential therapy, Person Centred practice, psychodynamic ideas, creative counselling methods and coaching skills. This flexible use of modality allows him to tailor sessions to practical goals as well as deeper personal exploration. He holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which is a professional association for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK.

Dennis bases his work on core conditions of empathy, positive non-regard, honesty and a non-judgmental stance. Those principles guide how he supports people navigating stress, relationship difficulties, loss and other life challenges, aiming to create a respectful, collaborative therapeutic environment.

Therapeutic approaches and how they work for online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, non-directive space where the individual’s own insights and values guide progress. It helps with relationship issues, self-esteem, life transitions and emotional exploration by prioritising empathy and unconditional positive regard.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, goal-oriented approach that looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours interact. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress and coping with unhelpful patterns by teaching concrete skills and strategies.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative conversational style that helps people resolve uncertainty and build internal motivation for change. It works well for issues such as addictions, behaviour change and ambivalence about making different choices.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dennis collaborates with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, and he adjusts the mix of techniques as work evolves so the client remains involved in shaping the direction.

Online therapy offers practical benefits - video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging make scheduling more flexible and reduce travel barriers. These options support continuity of care and allow people to access licensed professionals from different locations while maintaining a consistent therapeutic relationship.