Individual Therapy in High Peak, Derbyshire

“Before working with David I constantly felt anxious, I worried about making decisions and unnecessarily worried about disappointing the people around me. He helped me to appreciate and embrace my strengths,  asses what I wanted from life and helped me to understand and address why I was feeling lost. Working with David helped me to recognize the causes of my anxiety, see why I was feeling this way and put boundaries in place to alleviate these feelings. I used to say I was feeling fine and ignore my emotions. Since working with David I am far more aware of how I am feeling, I am more open with those around me. My wife has repeatedly commented that I am happier, less anxious, and more open and confident since working with David. I always thought that going to therapy was a sign of weakness, but working with David has made me mentally resilient and a feel stronger than I knew was possible.”

“I initially sought therapy because I found it challenging to process my emotions. I struggled with accepting criticism, which often left me feeling angry and upset. I experienced bouts of rage that, at one point, almost led me to take my own life, though it was likely more a cry for help. This turmoil affected both my personal and professional life. I tried to manage on my own, but it became clear that I needed professional assistance. After trying several therapists without much success, I was fortunate to find David. He is incredibly patient and never gets annoyed when I interrupt him. He listens to my rants about what has upset or annoyed me, providing a cathartic outlet for my frustrations. David offers an objective perspective on my situation and helps me develop coping strategies for difficult times. He has also guided me in finding time for myself outside of work and family life, which has been immensely beneficial.”

“I sought help from David during a difficult time in my marriage. I've never been very comfortable talking about feelings, but having an almost immediate rapport with David gave me a safe space where I could air psychological problems without fear of judgment. He has a wonderful way of collating my jumbled thoughts and mental wanderings into a form that I can understand, and this enables me to find concrete solutions or move on from painful ruminations. David also helped my family with some very useful parenting tips. A big thank you from an expat former-addict family man.”

“I had some big changes and health challenges in my life last year and was looking for someone to speak with who wasn't in my family or friends circle.

David has been everything I hoped for in a counsellor.  I always look forward to our sessions and every week I come away with plenty to think about and to do.  I can't recommend him highly enough.”

I was struggling with anxiety and OCD and through therapy with David and the techniques and mindfulness tools he taught me to use as well as the elements of CBT he introduced to our sessions, I am now in a much better position. My anxiety and OCD has greatly improved and I am confident to move forward in being much happier in life thanks to David!