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David Dunlevy

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David Dunlevy

United Kingdom

Men's wellbeing counsellor focused on practical change

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  • Clear supportive sessions
  • Practical coping skills
  • Focus on relationships

About David

David Dunlevy is a counsellor with four years' experience who focuses on men's wellbeing and a range of emotional difficulties. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression and addictions. He also supports those coping with grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, and the strain of parenting or young-adult transitions.

He uses approaches that include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT). Sessions aim to be straightforward and practical, with time spent talking through immediate problems and finding small changes that help day to day.

In the room, David concentrates on building a calm, non-judgemental space where people can speak plainly about what is hard. He pays attention to patterns in relationships, attachment and communication. He also addresses issues such as anger, low self-esteem, isolation and compassion fatigue.

People who prefer clear, goal-focused work alongside empathic listening may find his style helpful. He can also help those who want to explore forgiveness or recover after trauma and loss. Work often includes practising new ways of thinking, trying small behavioural changes, and noticing emotional responses.

David is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. He offers sessions in English from the United Kingdom. If you want to begin, you can use the site's Start Therapy button to complete a short matching questionnaire and arrange sessions according to availability.

How therapy approaches shape online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages noticing thoughts and feelings without fighting them, and choosing actions that match your values; it can help with anxiety, stress and making life changes. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and uses practical exercises to reduce unhelpful patterns, which can suit depression and anxiety. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on a respectful, non-judgemental relationship where the person sets the pace and direction of work.

Finding the right approach is usually a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with you about your goals and preferences and suggest ways of working that could fit. You can try methods and adjust them over time until something feels useful.

If you are considering online therapy, check the session options before booking so you know which formats are offered. Online work can make fitting sessions around work and family life easier and reduce travel time. It can also allow shorter check-ins when that suits a busy day, or quieter conversations without needing long journeys. Confirm available session formats during the booking steps and the therapist will help you choose what fits your routine.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Relationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesCommunication problemsForgivenessIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesSelf-harmYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)

Experience

4+ years

Credentials

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression and addictions, plus grief, relationship and intimacy issues. Other focus areas include anger, self-esteem, isolation and men's wellbeing.

What is his therapeutic style like?

His approach blends practical techniques with empathic listening. Sessions aim to be clear and action-oriented while also exploring feelings and relationship patterns.

How much experience does he have?

He has four years of professional experience working as a counsellor.

Which credential does he hold and where is he based?

He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and works from the United Kingdom.

Can sessions be conducted in other languages?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients supported?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I start working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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