David Slingsby, BACP

David Slingsby is a counsellor who uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people facing stress, anxiety and low mood. He has three years of professional experience in the United Kingdom and works with people who are struggling with relationship problems, trauma and abuse, and issues with self-esteem. He aims to treat everyone with respect, sensitivity and compassion.

In sessions David tailors the conversation and the plan to each person. He listens for what matters most and helps identify small, practical steps to try between meetings. He focuses on building clearer communication, coping strategies for anxiety, and ways to manage low mood and stress in day-to-day life.

David also supports people coping with more specific challenges such as abandonment fears, difficulty trusting others, body image concerns, chronic illness and pain, and the emotional impact of cancer or caregiving. He helps people think through commitment and control issues, codependency, and family of origin problems.

He uses approaches grounded in evidence and adapts them to individual needs rather than following a fixed script. That means sessions can include talking through difficult memories, practising new ways of relating, and learning techniques to manage strong emotions.

Taking the first step can feel daunting. David aims to make the process straightforward and collaborative, helping each person set realistic goals and notice change over time.

How evidence-based approaches translate to online therapy

David works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear steps and coping skills. One approach involves structured work to identify thought patterns that fuel anxiety and low mood, then practising alternative responses to those thoughts. This helps people manage daily stress and unhelpful thinking.

Another common approach concentrates on relationship and communication skills. Sessions look at how people express needs and set boundaries, then rehearse new ways of speaking and responding to others, which can ease recurring conflicts and improve closeness.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and decide together which techniques suit the client's goals and preferences. This collaborative process helps tailor sessions so they feel practical and relevant.

Practical benefits of online therapy should be confirmed before booking. Please check which session formats the therapist currently offers. In general, online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel time, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and offer options for speaking without being on camera. These practicalities can help therapy sit alongside everyday commitments while the therapist and client focus on progress.