Dennis Gurr , BACP

Dennis Gurr is an independent counsellor and psychotherapist practising in a private setting. He draws on a broad range of methods to support people through difficult moments, combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, solution-focused techniques, Existential therapy and Person-Centred work with psychodynamic ideas, creative counselling approaches and coaching skills. He adapts interventions to the needs presented in each conversation, aiming to meet people where they are and to work collaboratively toward clearer coping strategies and personal insight.

Dennis holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects his commitment to professional standards. He grounds his work in core relational conditions: empathy, positive non-regard, honesty and a non-judgmental stance. These principles inform a practice that prioritises listening, respectful challenge and practical support, helping people explore stress, anxiety, relationship issues, loss and other life transitions at a pace that suits them.

Therapeutic approaches for online care

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating an accepting, empathetic space where the person’s own goals guide the work. This approach helps people gain clarity, strengthen self-understanding and build confidence when facing life changes, relationship difficulties or emotional distress.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) addresses patterns of thought and behaviour by offering practical tools to reduce unhelpful reactions and develop more effective coping strategies. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression and stress-related concerns because it combines short-term skills with structured problem solving.

Existential Therapy explores meaning, choice and responsibility, helping people consider how values and life circumstances shape their sense of purpose. It can be useful for those wrestling with major transitions, grief or questions about identity.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Dennis works collaboratively with people to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, adjusting the plan as the work evolves.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage - video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging - which can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life or to access therapists from different locations. Licensed professionals can adapt these formats to deliver meaningful, goal-focused work while maintaining the relational core of therapy.