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David Mayes, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

David is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with David. View 24 reviews
Great news, David is accepting new clients!
He is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom
Accepts worldwide clients

Recent reviews

David is fantastic. Irreplaceable

Reviewed December 2024

David is a great listener and knows what is relevant in the conversation and to guide towards the underlying issues. He is very kind and I know we will come to a satisfying result.

Reviewed November 2024

More about David

  • 7 years' experience
  • Male
  • BACP

Welcome to my profile. Hello there, my name is David. I am a talking therapies counsellor licensed in the UK with over 6 years of experience. I have worked with a diverse range of clients with many varied concerns such as depression, stress & anxiety, substance misuse & addictions including porn and bereavement & loss just to name a few.

I have also helped people with relationship/sexuality issues and trauma/abuse. I am kink/alternative lifestyle friendly and am more than happy to work with people on these issues. I am a mixed race counsellor that has a good understanding of racial/cultural and identity issues. Particularly in regards to Chinese/South East Asian.

I have seen clients short and long term with experience working face to face in a range of different settings such as IAPT, the NHS and in a forensic setting (prison) as well as online and over the phone. Both domestic and international.

My therapy style is first and foremost welcoming, friendly and easily approachable. This allows my clients to feel at ease which allows them to open up and explore their issues. I honestly believe in treating people in a polite manner and respecting everyone's individuality. My approach is humanistic which means that I am genuine and empathic.

I respect the courage it takes to enter therapy and am here to help bring about the change you want for yourself. Together we can achieve a real and lasting impact. I believe in empowering my clients on their journey to becoming the best possible version of themselves.

Would love to hear from you, to have the chance to enter into your world and work alongside you.

Specialties

Addictions Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Depression Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Abandonment Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant personality BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Dependent personality Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Money and financial issues Multicultural concerns Panic disorder and panic attacks Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Post-traumatic stress Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 381621 · Expires June 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for David Mayes

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

24 reviews

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David is fantastic. Irreplaceable

Reviewed December 2024

David is a great listener and knows what is relevant in the conversation and to guide towards the underlying issues. He is very kind and I know we will come to a satisfying result.

Reviewed November 2024

David is wonderful, pragmatic and straight forward about things. He is helping me through a difficult period and is really helping me work on my self confidence. Would highly recommend his services.

Reviewed June 2024

At the moment am loving the experience

Reviewed May 2024

David is the kind of person most individuals navigating modern issues needs. He can relate to my intersectionality and myriad of overlapping issues so easily, I don’t even realise he’s doing it. He’s amazing.

Reviewed May 2024

Very useful and helpful

Reviewed April 2024

Very approachable and respectful, allowing me to convey what I need and assisting where I may be forgetting part of the problem or my own feelings. Very helpful!

Reviewed February 2024

In all honesty I truly benefited with my therapist David, he helped me learn the situation I was in & gave me supportive advice & practical ways to handle the situation thus I would recommend David as a therapist

Reviewed September 2023

David is an excellent therapist with a lot of patience and empathy. I feel like he really cares about his clients and always tries his best to listen and support. There was one time I was feeling sad and wanted to schedule a call immediately, although his agenda was fully booked he still tried to make it work later that day which I’m extremely grateful for. I would definitely recommend David to anyone that is looking for a kind, professional therapist.

Reviewed June 2023

Absolutely loved my sessions with David. He is kind and has a good sense of humour. He is really good at summarising my thoughts, feelings and situation, and able to give me a prod when I struggle to find the right words. He has helped me crystalise random thoughts and find a way forward.

Reviewed June 2023

David has been an absolute pillar in my journey towards self improvement. It helps me recognising the negative behavioural pattern that hold me back, while allowing me space to feel the way I need to feel about them and walk away from them with grace. He also validates and celebrates with me my improvements and wins which I really need as easily tend to focus on fixing the wrongs instead of letting the good shine

Reviewed June 2023

After just a few sessions, David has helped me to reframe a few issues. He is skilled at listening to what is said and what is NOT said, and asking questions that help me deepen understanding. He is respectful while also being a partner to help me think and talk through what is going on!

Reviewed April 2023

Been great, really helped me to turn things around - thanks!

Reviewed March 2023

Fantastic therapist. Lovely guy, very empathetic, and understanding of my issues. Would recommended highly to anyone dealing with stress, family issues, or social/work anxiety

Reviewed February 2023

Thank you for your help!

Reviewed January 2023

Helped a lot in a short amount of time!

Reviewed November 2022

My experience with David has been brilliant. I was dealing several issues, both ones I was aware of and ones that were so subconscious I couldn’t quite place what was wrong. During the past two months David has helped me accept and understand events in my past and how they have affected my life now, and how to move forward and stop being so negative towards myself. He has equipped me with the tools I need to be happier, more confident, and more positive. I can’t thank you enough for all your help David.

Reviewed November 2022

It's only been a few sessions but better help has been so helpful for me

Reviewed September 2022

David has been really helpful to me. Kind and smart and lots of good advise

Reviewed September 2022

David really understands what I have been through and going through. The topics we have been discussing have left me feeling a lot better after our sessions and I can see changes in my own self emotionally off the back of these calls.

Reviewed July 2022

David is an empathetic and intuitive person who is really easy to talk to. There have been multiple occasions where he has provided useful insights into issues I've been struggling with, which have really helped me to get to a better headspace. I highly recommend him!

Reviewed June 2022

Working with David the past few months has been so insightful and helpful, not only giving me the space to work through my thoughts and emotions but also there for a good pick me up chat as well if required! Connecting the dots between problems past and present as well as unpacking big things changing in my life was all super helpful. The difference therapy has made personally has been really great and that’s all thanks to David working with me so cannot recommend enough!

Reviewed May 2022

Really enjoying my sessions with David Mayes, great listener and offers insight into problems I have without judgement. From the get go he's been really easy to talk to and actively engaged in what I'm saying.

Reviewed May 2022

David has really helped me in a few various ways. I’ve felt very comfortable in his presence and he has always been a great professional. Thank you again!

Reviewed April 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does David Mayes offer telehealth visits?

Yes. David Mayes works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does David Mayes speak?

David Mayes speaks English.

How many years of experience does David Mayes have?

David Mayes has 7 years of experience.

Where is David Mayes licensed to practice?

David Mayes is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does David Mayes accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

Yes, David Mayes accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does David Mayes offer?

David Mayes offers clients Client-Centered Therapy.

How can I communicate with David Mayes?

David Mayes can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with David Mayes?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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