- Relationship support
- Grief and loss
- Stress and anxiety
About David
David Spivey is a counsellor who focuses on men's wellbeing and on helping people facing relationship strain, grief, stress and anxiety. He welcomes conversations about career worries, parenting strains, intimacy concerns and midlife questions. David aims to make the first step easier by offering steady, non-judgemental support as people consider changes in their lives.
He brings 16 years of professional experience across varied jobs, including retail, running a construction business and managing services in the voluntary sector for homeless young adults and unpaid carers. This background includes volunteering in a hospice supporting bereaved relatives and mentoring through the Prince's Trust, all of which shape his practical outlook.
David works in a humanistic, relational way that prioritises the client’s experience. He also draws on Jungian ideas about symbolism and imagery and uses mindfulness and motivational interviewing techniques when helpful. Sessions blend counselling and coaching to suit what each person needs in the moment.
He describes the counselling space as one where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgement. David helps people reflect on their situation, notice patterns and find fresh perspectives to move forward.
People who meet him can expect a conversational, down-to-earth approach that allows for stories, dreams and practical steps. He asks curious questions and listens for what matters most, supporting clients as they decide what change looks like for them.
How David uses therapeutic approaches online
Attachment-based work focuses on patterns in close relationships. It helps people notice how past bonds influence current trust, intimacy and conflict, and supports changes in how they relate to others.Client-centred therapy places the person and their experience at the heart of the work. It involves careful listening, reflection and gentle questioning to help people find their own solutions and build self-understanding.
Jungian ideas bring attention to symbols, dreams and personal stories. This can be useful for people who want to explore meaning, life purpose or recurring themes that feel larger than day-to-day problems.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with the client to test different ways of working, match techniques to goals and adapt sessions as needs change. That collaboration helps people see what feels most useful for them.
The original profile does not list which online session formats are offered. Please confirm available formats before booking. In practice, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also gives flexibility for people living abroad to work with a registered professional in the United Kingdom.
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Experience
16+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with issues such as relationships, grief, self-esteem, stress and anxiety, plus workplace and money worries. He also supports people dealing with caregiving stress, divorce and midlife questions.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is humanistic and relational, with an openness to Jungian ideas, mindfulness and motivational interviewing. Sessions combine counselling and coaching to suit what each person needs.
What is his professional background?
He has 16 years of professional experience across retail, running a construction business and managing voluntary sector services. He has also volunteered in a hospice and with the Prince's Trust.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
David is registered with the BACP, which is recorded as his credential. He practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients according to the information provided.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule according to the therapist's availability.