- Client-Centred work
- CBT techniques
- Psychodynamic focus
About James
James Harvey is a counsellor registered with NCPS and has five years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. He works with adults who are carrying heavy feelings about themselves or their actions, including guilt and shame, and with people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions and relationship strain.
He uses clear, practical conversations to help people make sense of what they are feeling. Sessions focus on understanding personal history, identifying patterns that keep problems repeating, and testing small changes in how someone thinks and acts. James sees clients who mention ADHD, autism and attachment concerns alongside more familiar issues such as grief, parenting pressures and career uncertainty.
His approach draws on client-centred ideas that place the person’s perspective first, cognitive behavioural techniques that look at thoughts and behaviours, and psychodynamic work that examines how past relationships shape present reactions. In practice this means listening to the story, reflecting what matters to the client, and trying strategies that can reduce unhelpful thoughts or behaviours.
James considers practical life demands alongside emotional material. He helps people talk through communication or commitment problems, work through family-related guilt, and face issues tied to fatherhood or adoption where relevant. He also supports people dealing with loneliness, control issues and substance-related problems.
Sessions are described in straightforward terms and aim to be useful in day-to-day life. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session to see how the work might proceed.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
James draws on client-centred work and cognitive behavioural therapy in online sessions. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person’s own experience and priorities, using listening and reflection to help someone clarify what matters to them. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and offers practical exercises to test different ways of thinking and behaving.Finding the best approach is treated as a collaborative task. James will discuss what feels most helpful and try different methods if needed, adjusting the focus to match the client’s goals and preferences rather than sticking rigidly to one style.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking because formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel, or offer a shorter check-in when time is tight. Ask about the session options available so you can pick what suits your routine and communication style.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He helps adults with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship issues and feelings such as guilt and shame.
How does he approach guilt and shame?
He listens to the personal story, looks at how past relationships shaped current feelings, and uses practical CBT tools to address unhelpful thinking.
What is his professional background?
He has five years of professional experience and works in the United Kingdom.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with NCPS and practising in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
International clients are accepted and sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.