David Dunlevy , BACP

David Dunlevy is an online counsellor who focuses on providing tailored support for people navigating stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief and other emotional difficulties. He works with individuals facing depression, coping with life changes, parenting and intimacy-related concerns, as well as those dealing with trauma, addiction and compassion fatigue. His practice also addresses attachment issues, communication problems, forgiveness, isolation and loneliness, men’s issues, self-harm and young adult concerns.

David creates a calm, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their feelings and develop practical strategies for resilience and recovery. He draws on a mix of therapy styles to meet each person’s needs, helping clients build clarity, improve communication and process difficult losses. He has additional accredited training in baby and pregnancy loss, including miscarriage and stillbirth, through SANDS, the UK support organisation for bereaved parents.

David is a member of BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom. He offers online sessions designed to fit into everyday life, supporting emotional well-being through flexible virtual appointments and ongoing therapeutic partnership.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support and Growth

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being overwhelmed by them, and then to take committed action aligned with their values. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and when people want to build psychological flexibility and purpose in daily life.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and supports the client’s own process of self-discovery and growth. This approach can help with relationship issues, low self-esteem and coping with life transitions.

David approaches treatment collaboratively, exploring which method or combination of methods fits each person’s needs, goals and preferences. He works with clients to tailor the plan over time so therapy remains relevant and effective rather than prescribing a single fixed approach.

Offering video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, online therapy makes it easier to fit appointments into a busy life and to access support from different locations. These options provide flexibility in how sessions are delivered and allow therapists and clients to maintain continuity of care even when schedules or circumstances change.