About James
James Moody is a counsellor who uses practical talking therapy to help people manage stress, anxiety and relationship or intimacy concerns. He works with individuals on self-esteem, motivation and coping with life changes. He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
He draws on therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy to shape sessions. That means sessions can include noticing unhelpful thoughts, learning small practical skills and exploring how early relationships affect current patterns.
How James works
Sessions are tailored to each person. James aims to keep conversations clear and focused so people can see small changes quickly. He uses a straightforward, respectful approach and adjusts methods to suit what a person needs right now.
Across six years of work he has supported people dealing with addiction, grief, trauma, anger and compassion fatigue. He also helps with concerns such as communication problems, commitment issues, body image and the strain of parenting or blended family situations. James offers practical tools alongside emotional support.
People can expect a collaborative plan with goals that are realistic and revisited over time. The emphasis is on steps that fit day-to-day life and build confidence to manage future challenges.
James lists 10 ways of working on the entry:
What James works with
The areas below are the ones James selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Intimacy-related issues
Also listed
- Abandonment
- Addictions
- ADHD
- Anger management
- Antisocial personality
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Career difficulties
- Coaching
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Compassion fatigue
- Control issues
- Coping with life changes
- Dependent personality
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Dissociation
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family conflicts
- Family of origin issues
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Grief
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- LGBT
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Parenting issues
- Personality disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self esteem
- Self-love
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Trauma and abuse
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Training and background
| Register | BACP |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 6 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | United Kingdom |
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Online support options
How therapy approaches work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then take actions that align with their values; it can help with anxiety, stress and low motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings and behaviours, and teaches practical skills to reduce unhelpful thinking and build healthier routines. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape present patterns and can help with intimacy, trust and communication problems.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the person about their goals and try different methods to see what fits. This collaborative process means the plan can change as needs become clearer.
Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when meeting in person is difficult. Phone sessions can be useful when internet bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging are helpful for short check-ins, ongoing reflection and flexible scheduling. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to access a registered or accredited professional from different locations.
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