BACP, NCPS

James Hodgeon , BACP, NCPS

Therapist in United Kingdom

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About James

James Hodgeon is a qualified client-centered counsellor based in the United Kingdom who brings 18 years of experience supporting mental health and emotional well-being. He works from a humanistic perspective that centres on how people perceive themselves and their present experience, helping to raise awareness and build practical skills to cope with current and future challenges.

His practice addresses a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, low self-esteem, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes. He also offers focused support for dissociation, divorce and separation, drug and alcohol addiction, feelings of emptiness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, questions of life purpose, men's issues, midlife crisis, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety and phobia.

James aims to cultivate a non-judgemental, empathic relationship in which the person feels heard and understood. His congruent manner and empathic presence are intended to create the conditions for personal insight and change as he works collaboratively with clients toward a more fulfilling life. He holds BACP and NCPS credentials, reflecting recognised professional qualification and membership of counselling bodies in the UK.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person rather than on diagnoses. It involves creating an accepting, empathic space where the individual explores their feelings and perceptions to build self-understanding and adaptive coping skills - useful for depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and life transitions.

Existential Therapy explores questions of meaning, responsibility, and personal freedom. It helps people facing life changes, midlife questions, feelings of emptiness, or struggles with purpose to clarify values and make intentional choices.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and gentle attention to thoughts and bodily sensations. It can support people who experience stress, anxiety, rumination, or trauma-related symptoms by strengthening emotional regulation and grounding.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. James will collaborate with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting the way he works as understanding grows. Licensed professionals often integrate techniques to match what helps most for the individual.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and access. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care around work, family, or mobility constraints, and allow people to connect with therapists without geographical limits when appropriate.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does James Hodgeon have?

James Hodgeon has 18 years of experience.

Is James Hodgeon a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credentials BACP and NCPS, indicating recognised professional qualifications and membership of counselling bodies.

In which languages does James Hodgeon provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English.

Where is James Hodgeon located?

James is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with James Hodgeon as my therapist?

You can work with James Hodgeon through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does James Hodgeon work with international clients?

James Hodgeon does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with James Hodgeon cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsGriefSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

DissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisPost-traumatic stressSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyExistential TherapyImago Relationship TherapyMindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

18+ years

Licensed

See below

Languages

English

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