BACP

James French , BACP

Therapist in United Kingdom

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About James

James French is a BACP-registered counsellor based in the United Kingdom with three years of clinical experience supporting people through a range of life challenges. He works with issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, stress, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, and self-esteem concerns, alongside a broader focus that includes parenting, career questions, ADHD, and intimacy-related matters. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, indicating professional membership and adherence to an established code of practice.

Drawing on evidence-informed approaches, James aims to create an empathetic and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings and develop practical strategies for change. His work blends skills from therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to tailor interventions to each person s needs. Whether addressing acute distress or longer term patterns, he emphasises collaboration, clarity of goals, and building skills that support daily life and relationships.

James offers support to people across diverse backgrounds, including LGBT clients and families navigating blended dynamics, and he brings particular attention to issues like abandonment, body image, caregiver stress, and coping with chronic illness. His practice focuses on thoughtful, client-centred care that helps people make meaningful steps forward at their own pace.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

James commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy, with elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to support change. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice and accept difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and taking meaningful action - it can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress. Attachment-Based Therapy explores relational patterns formed in early life and how they influence current relationships and emotional responses - it is often helpful for relationship difficulties, intimacy issues, and trauma-related concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns and learning practical skills to change them, which can aid mood, sleep, and coping with everyday challenges.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work. James partners with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting interventions over time as progress and priorities evolve. This collaborative process helps ensure that therapy feels relevant and manageable.

Online therapy with James is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for people with busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or those living at a distance. These formats make it easier to attend sessions from home or while travelling and allow clients to choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for them.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does James French have?

James French has three years of professional experience providing counselling and therapeutic support.

Is James French a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the BACP credential, which stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does James French provide therapy?

James provides therapy in English.

Where is James French located?

James is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with James French as my therapist?

You can work with James French through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does James French work with international clients?

Yes, James works with international clients.

How much does therapy with James French cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

See below

Languages

English

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