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James French, BACP

Therapist supporting change and resilience
  • Anxiety and stress
  • Relationship support
  • Online sessions available

About James French

James French is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with three years of clinical experience supporting people through anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, stress and life transitions. He works with a wide range of concerns including trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, self-esteem and intimacy-related issues, as well as challenges linked to parenting, sleeping and eating, ADHD and LGBT matters. His practice also addresses family dynamics, communication and coping with major changes in life. James creates an empathetic, nonjudgmental space where people can explore their experiences and develop practical strategies that fit their circumstances.

He draws on an integrative mix of approaches to tailor support to individual needs, combining techniques aimed at changing unhelpful patterns with work that explores attachment and personal meaning. James holds BACP, which indicates membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and alignment with professional standards in the UK. He offers sessions using a range of formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging so people can access support in ways that suit them best.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does James French have?

James French has three years of experience providing counselling and therapeutic support.

Is James French a registered therapist?

Yes. He holds BACP, which denotes membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and reflects adherence to professional standards in the United Kingdom.

In which languages does James French provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is James French located?

He is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with James French as my therapist?

You can work with James French through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does James French work with international clients?

Yes, James French works with international clients.

How much does therapy with James French cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Approaches for Online Therapy and Practical Support

James uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people clarify what matters most to them and learn flexible ways of responding to difficult thoughts and feelings - this approach can be useful for anxiety, stress and motivation challenges. He also uses Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early relationships shape current patterns in intimacy and communication, which can be helpful for relationship difficulties, abandonment issues and family concerns. Client-Centered Therapy forms another strand of his work, offering a compassionate, non-directive space in which people can feel heard and supported as they make their own choices and changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. James works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, adapting techniques over time as progress and priorities evolve. Registered professionals and therapists often blend approaches to suit each individual's situation.

Online therapy with James is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, which can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to access support across distances. These options offer flexibility in scheduling and communication style, helping people engage in work that feels practical and manageable.

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