David Goodman , BACP

David Goodman is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who combines a person-centred approach with EMDR therapy. He holds the BACP credential (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and has five years of experience supporting people through difficult moments.

He works with individuals facing stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma and abuse, relationship difficulties, and transitions in life. His practice also addresses a wide range of related concerns including addictions, family and parenting issues, grief, sleeping problems, anger, career challenges, compassion fatigue, and feelings of isolation or emptiness. When appropriate, he integrates EMDR - Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing - as a method to support processing traumatic memories or patterns that feel stuck when talking alone does not bring relief.

Grounded in a person-centred philosophy, he treats each person as the expert in their own life, offering a calm, non-judgemental space rather than directing or fixing. He aims to help clients explore their experiences, develop understanding, and find their own ways to heal and adapt. Reaching out for support is acknowledged as a courageous step, and he offers steady, collaborative assistance to whoever chooses to begin that work.

Client-Centred Care and EMDR for Online Support

David Goodman offers two complementary approaches suited to online work. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating an empathic, non-judgemental atmosphere where the person is treated as the expert in their own life; this approach supports self-exploration, emotional processing, and growth at a comfortable pace. EMDR - Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing - is a structured method used to help process distressing memories and reduce the hold of stuck emotional patterns when talking alone does not feel sufficient.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. He works collaboratively with each person to identify which method or combination of methods best fits their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as the work unfolds.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide practical flexibility. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, to connect from different locations, and to continue care during life transitions. The variety of formats also allows people to choose what feels most comfortable for starting and sustaining their therapeutic work.