Losing Yourself to People Pleasing
If you've spent so long being what everyone else needs that you've forgotten who you actually are — this one's for you.
Read more →Counselling & Therapy in Anfield, Liverpool Support for Anxiety, Trauma, Confidence & Life Transitions
I'm David — a person-centred counsellor based in Anfield, Liverpool. I work with people who are carrying things that feel too heavy to carry alone: anxiety, low mood, past experiences, a loss, or just the feeling that something needs to change but you're not sure what. I offer in-person sessions in Anfield and online counselling across the UK. Whatever brings you here, the space is yours.
Not ready to talk yet? That's fine. Have a look around. There's no pressure here and no form to fill in unless you want to.
What I Can Help With
Everyone who comes to counselling is dealing with something different. These are the areas I work in most — click through to any of them for more detail about how I approach each one.
Anxiety & Overthinking Support
Racing thoughts, constant worry, that sense of dread that sits just under the surface. Anxiety can be exhausting to live with. We look at what's driving it, not just how to manage it.
More about anxiety support →Trauma-Informed Counselling
Past experiences that are still showing up in the present — as tension, avoidance, hypervigilance, or just a feeling you can't quite name. We work at your pace, with your safety as the priority.
More about trauma counselling →Depression & Low Mood
When everything feels flat and getting through the day takes everything you have. We work at whatever pace makes sense — there's no pressure to perform progress.
More about depression support →Confidence & Self-Esteem
That critical inner voice that never stops. We can learn to understand where it comes from and turn the volume down.
More about building confidence →Life Transitions
Big changes — career shifts, relationships ending, becoming a parent, or just feeling like you need to re-evaluate everything. You don't have to figure this out alone.
More about life transitions →Feeling Stuck
Sometimes we don't know what's wrong, only that something needs to change. That restlessness, that sense you're not living the life you want. That's enough to start.
More about feeling stuck →Men's Mental Health
A space where you don't have to perform strength. Whether it's stress, anger, isolation, or just not feeling right, I understand the particular pressures men face.
More about men's counselling →Pregnancy & Infant Loss
Specialist bereavement support for miscarriage, stillbirth, termination for medical reasons, and early infant death. Including dedicated support for fathers processing this grief.
More about pregnancy & infant loss support →How I work
Person-centred counselling means you set the direction. I'm not here to assess you, fix you, or hand you a list of things to do differently. I'm here to listen — properly — and to help you understand yourself more clearly. That's what actually moves things.
- You decide the pace. There's nothing you have to say before you're ready, and nothing you need to have figured out before you come. We start wherever you are.
- No judgment. Whatever you bring — however you've been coping, whatever you've done or not done — I'm here to understand it, not evaluate it.
- I show up as myself. I don't play a role in the room. My approach is warm, direct, and genuine — because that's what the work actually requires.
- The answers are yours. My job is to help you find your own understanding, not to tell you what to think or how to feel about your own life.
Hi, I'm David
I'm not here to fix you — because you're not broken. I'm here to sit with you in whatever you're experiencing, to really listen, and to help you find your own way back to yourself.
I work from a quiet, comfortable space in Anfield, Liverpool — easily accessible from Walton, Kirkdale, Everton and the wider city. I also offer online sessions if that feels safer or easier for you right now. Street parking is available nearby, and I'm well-served by buses from the city centre.
I've trained specifically in helping people through anxiety, depression, trauma, and the really hard life stuff like bereavement and pregnancy loss. I have particular experience supporting men through grief, including the complex emotions that come with baby loss from a father's perspective. Most importantly, I believe that healing happens when we feel truly heard and accepted. No judgment. No rush. Just a safe space to be exactly where you are.
Location & Accessibility
I'm based in Anfield, Liverpool — easily accessible from Walton, Kirkdale, Everton and the wider city. Whether you're looking for counselling in L4, L5, L6 or nearby areas, my practice is straightforward to reach.
- 🚌 Well-served by buses from Liverpool city centre (15-20 minutes)
- 🚗 Street parking available nearby
- ♿ Ground-floor access available — please mention any mobility needs when booking
- 💻 Online counselling available wherever you are in the UK
Not sure whether in-person or online counselling would work better for you? We can discuss this in your free consultation — there's no obligation either way.
Simple, Flexible Support
I keep things straightforward because when you're struggling, the last thing you need is complicated logistics. Not sure what to expect? Find out what happens in your first session →
First Conversation
Free
20 minutes, no obligation. Just a chance to see how it feels to talk with me, ask questions about counselling, and explore whether this feels like the right fit.
Book Free ChatRegular Sessions
£50
50 minutes, weekly or fortnightly. In-person in Anfield or via secure online video. You choose what works for your schedule and comfort.
Low Income / NHS / Student?
Let's Talk
I hold a limited number of reduced-fee slots. If cost is stopping you from getting help, please reach out. I believe therapy should be accessible.
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Read more →Common Questions
What types of counselling do you offer in Liverpool?
I provide specialist counselling for anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement, pregnancy loss, infant loss, and family issues. Sessions are available in Anfield, Liverpool and online throughout the UK.
Do you offer a free consultation?
Yes, I offer a free 20-minute initial consultation. This gives us a chance to discuss what's bringing you to counselling and see if we're a good fit to work together. Find out what to expect →
Do I have to talk about my past in counselling?
No. You bring what you want to bring. In person-centred counselling, the agenda is always yours. The past only comes up if and when you choose to bring it there. More on this →
How long are counselling sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes and typically take place weekly. We'll agree on a regular time slot that works for you. Read more about how sessions work →
Is everything I share confidential?
Yes, confidentiality is fundamental to my practice. The only exceptions are if there's risk of serious harm to you or others, or legal requirements — which I'll explain fully in our first session.
Ready when you are
However you get in touch — email, text, or call — I'll get back to you within 24 hours, usually much sooner. And if you're not quite ready yet, that's fine. Save this page and come back when it feels right.