James Bushnell, BACP

James Bushnell is a counsellor who helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain and low self-esteem. He is based in the United Kingdom and works in English. James uses a person-centred way of working and aims to meet each person where they are. He describes his style as respectful, sensitive and non-judgemental.

With seven years of professional experience, James draws on several therapeutic approaches to suit different needs. He commonly uses Client-Centred Therapy to focus on the person’s own goals and pace. He also works with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to look at unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, and with Psychodynamic ideas to consider how past experiences shape present feelings.

In sessions he aims to tailor the work to the individual. That might mean practical tools for managing anxiety or longer conversations about patterns that keep repeating. He emphasises collaboration - planning the next steps together rather than imposing a fixed route.

James also lists Solution-Focused Therapy among his approaches, which he uses for short-term goal work and practical change. He supports people facing caregiver stress, codependency, grief, career concerns and compassion fatigue, among other issues.

He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP, and practises within the UK. To begin, clients use the site’s Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling sessions.

How James uses different approaches online

James commonly blends Client-Centred Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to shape online work. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and following your priorities so sessions move at your pace and feel collaborative. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy offers clear techniques to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, useful for anxiety, mood and coping skills.

He also draws on Psychodynamic ideas when it helps to look at how past experiences affect current relationships and feelings. That approach can be useful for longer-term patterns such as repeated relationship problems or persistent low self-worth. Deciding which approach to use is a shared process - the therapist will work with you to find what fits your needs, goals and preferences rather than choosing a single method in advance.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the exact session formats before booking as options are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when helpful. It can also let people choose sessions that suit quieter surroundings or less time away from other responsibilities. Registered or accredited professionals, including therapists with BACP registration, often adapt exercises and goals so they work well in remote sessions.