About David
David Wheatley is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing relationship strain, grief, anxiety, stress and life changes. He also supports people dealing with self-esteem, intimacy concerns, anger, career decisions and symptoms linked to ADHD. David works with a practical, person-centred style and offers sessions online and by phone.
He uses a person-centred approach that treats each person as the expert on their own life. In sessions he listens, reflects what is said, and helps clients clarify their thoughts.
How David works
He prefers plain conversation and straightforward questions rather than technical language. David also draws on solution-focused ideas when appropriate. That means looking for small, realistic steps that can make a difference quickly.
Together with the client he identifies achievable goals and notices what already works in daily life. He holds a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and a Bachelor of Science in Therapeutic Counselling, and he lists NCPS as a credential. He has four years of professional practice and has worked in personal settings and with organisations.
He meets with a supervisor every two weeks. Sessions are offered via video call, phone, live chat or text messaging, which can suit different schedules and needs. David asks new people to complete a short matching questionnaire to get started and then arrange sessions according to his timetable.
He aims to treat everyone with respect, sensitivity and compassion. David encourages open conversation and will support each person to make their own decisions about next steps.
David lists 2 ways of working on the entry:
What David works with
The areas below are the ones David selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
Also listed
- ADHD
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Compassion fatigue
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Divorce and separation
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Infidelity
- Intimacy-related issues
- Isolation / loneliness
- LGBT
- Midlife crisis
- Self esteem
- Stress, Anxiety
Training and background
| Register | NCPS |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 4 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | United Kingdom |
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Online support options
Approaches online and how they help
Client-Centred Therapy places the person at the heart of the work. The counsellor listens closely, reflects what is heard and gives space for clients to make their own decisions. This approach is useful when someone needs to sort through feelings about relationships, grief, identity or tiredness from caring roles.Solution-Focused Therapy looks for small, practical steps that move a person forward. It focuses on what is already working and on building short-term, achievable goals, which can help with stress, problem-solving and coping during life transitions.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences. That collaboration helps shape session plans and the practical steps taken between meetings.
Online sessions can be more flexible than face-to-face meetings. Video calls let people see non-verbal cues, phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be a shorter check-in, and live chat or text messaging suits those who prefer written conversation or need to fit sessions into busy days. These options make it easier to keep therapy going around work, family and health demands.
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