David Willett, BACP
David Willett offers straightforward support for people feeling overwhelmed by addiction, low mood, anxiety or stress.
About David
David Willett offers straightforward support for people feeling overwhelmed by addiction, low mood, anxiety or stress. He works to make conversations easy to follow and practical. David aims to help people take small, steady steps toward feeling more in control and more hopeful.
He uses a person-centred way of working, which means sessions focus on the concerns you bring and the goals you want. Conversations are tailored to each person, with ideas and tools introduced when they might help.
Background and approach
Over time the work looks at patterns that keep problems like self-criticism, anger or isolation going, and at ways to change them. David has three years of professional experience and holds BACP accreditation, which means he is part of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
He has helped people with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, substance use and problems with self-esteem and body image. Clinical work often combines practical coping strategies with time to understand painful feelings and habits. Sessions can also address relationship patterns such as control issues, communication problems and codependency when these affect an individual’s wellbeing.
David also supports people facing feelings of emptiness, grief, guilt and life-purpose questions. He offers sessions in English and accepts clients from the United Kingdom and internationally. People looking to begin work are guided through a short matching questionnaire and scheduling steps to find a good fit.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 400630 | June 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What David works with
Everything David lists, in their own terms.
- Addictions
- Depression
- Stress, Anxiety
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Body image
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Guilt and shame
- Hospice and end-of-life counselling
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Online support
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to what matters to you, try out different tools, and agree together which direction feels most useful. Goals and methods are adjusted over time to fit your needs and preferences rather than following a single rigid plan.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, which makes it easier to work around busy schedules. Video is useful for fuller conversations, phone can be a good option when bandwidth is limited, and messaging lets you check in between live sessions. These formats make therapy more flexible and help people keep momentum while fitting work, travel or other commitments into their week.
Frequently asked
What concerns does David focus on?
He works with issues such as addictions, depression, anxiety, stress and anger, plus related areas like self-esteem and body image.
How would you describe his way of working?
Sessions are person-centred and practical, with a focus on what you want to change and clear coping ideas to try between sessions.
What is his professional background?
He has three years of professional experience helping people with addiction and mood-related concerns.
What credentials and region are associated with him?
He holds BACP accreditation with practice based in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
Yes, he accepts international clients and offers sessions to people outside the United Kingdom.
What session formats are available?
Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and is organised through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.
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