David Wheatley, NCPS

David Wheatley is a counsellor who supports people with relationship strain, grief, low self-esteem, stress and anxiety. He also helps those facing big life changes, intimacy concerns, anger, career worries and issues related to ADHD and compassion fatigue. David uses a straightforward, listening-led approach to help people work through what matters most to them.

He trained in therapeutic counselling and holds an NCPS credential. He has worked in practice since 2019 and has accumulated over 800 client hours under regular supervision. His background includes private practice and work within health services, where he focused on practical, person-centred support.

David works in a person-centred way. That means he treats the client as the expert on their life and listens first. He will reflect back what is said, help reframe concerns and clarify choices without telling someone what to do.

Alongside person-centred work he uses solution-focused ideas when helpful. That means spotting strengths, defining small goals and trying practical steps that move things forward. Sessions aim to be respectful, sensitive and compassionate.

People looking after others may find his experience relevant, as he lists caregiver issues and stress among his focus areas. He also notes experience with ageing and geriatric matters, chronic illness and end-of-life concerns. If a reader wants to try working with him they should confirm current session options before booking.

How his approaches translate to online counselling

David uses Client-Centred Therapy, which focuses on listening and reflecting what you say so you feel heard and understood. This approach helps with issues like grief, relationship upset and low self-esteem by making space for your perspective.

He also draws on Solution-Focused Therapy when appropriate, which looks at strengths and small steps you can try now. That approach suits people who want concrete ideas to manage stress, communication problems or practical life changes.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss your goals and preferences and help decide whether more person-centred listening or solution-focused planning fits best. This is a collaborative process and can change as your needs change.

Session formats are not specified here, so confirm the exact options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy days, reduce travel time and offer more flexible scheduling. Some formats are better for quick check-ins while others suit longer conversations, so agreeing on a format that fits your routine helps make therapy a practical part of everyday life.