James McComas, BACP
James McComas is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with five years of professional experience.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and Abuse
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About James
James McComas is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with five years of professional experience. He helps people who feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety or low mood. He also supports those coping with relationship difficulties and the effects of trauma and abuse.
James works from the view that each person knows their own story. He focuses on practical conversations that draw out a client’s existing strengths. Sessions aim to make small changes that feel manageable and build over time.
Background and approach
He has worked with issues such as abandonment, attachment concerns and avoidant personality patterns. James also supports people facing codependency, commitment worries, communication problems and dissociation. Other areas he has helped with include domestic violence recovery, drug and alcohol addiction, and feelings of emptiness.
Family of origin problems, fatherhood and fertility issues are part of his experience, alongside gender dysphoria related concerns. James keeps language simple and direct in sessions. He avoids jargon and helps people break problems into clear, actionable steps.
Therapy with James can include talking through past experiences, improving coping strategies and working on clearer communication. He encourages collaboration so clients can set realistic goals and track progress. If someone wants a straightforward counsellor who listens and helps plan small changes, James offers that practical approach.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 389309 | April 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 James works with
Everything James lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Dissociation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Fertility issues
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- Hospice and end-of-life counselling
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Men's issues
- Post-traumatic stress
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexuality
- Young adult issues
Online support
Finding the right approach is a joint process. James will listen to a person's goals and try different ways of working until something fits. He involves clients in choosing methods, sets clear short-term goals and reviews progress together to make sure the work stays relevant.
Online therapy offers practical benefits for this style of work. Video calls let people use face-to-face conversation when that helps, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging allow for ongoing support between longer sessions and can fit around work, childcare or travel. These options make it simpler to maintain continuity of care and work on goals across everyday life.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does James usually help with?
James supports people with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship problems. He also has experience with trauma and abuse and related issues such as attachment and codependency.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a straightforward, strengths-based approach. Conversations are practical, with an emphasis on small, manageable changes and clearer communication.
How much experience does he have?
James has five years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and relationship concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is BACP registered and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What formats are available for sessions?
James offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing the short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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